Ideas for Wedding Card Boxes

About Wedding Card Boxes

Wedding Card Container for the Reception

A wedding card box is exactly that - some type of container, receptacle, or box that is typically displayed on the gift table at the wedding reception. It serves to house the cards that guests bring to the reception. Since many of the cards may contain cash, checks, or gift cards or certificates, it is essential to have a central place to contain the cards and keep their contents safe. To keep cards secure, many couples opt for slot-type boxes where the card is easily inserted into the box, but not easily retrieved. Additionally, some couples choose locked wedding card containers to keep valuables completely secure.

Special Décor

The functional purpose of these boxes is clear; however, they can also serve as a special element of décor. For this reason, it's important to choose a card box that harmonizes with your wedding. This could be in the theme, design, color, or style of the box.

Keepsake Card Boxes

A card box also serves a functional purpose in that it can house cards and special messages and mementoes from your wedding as keepsakes. Since these cards are special and hallmark a monumental moment in you and your new spouse's life, a special box can be very important on keeping your treasured memories safely stored. Couples often choose a box that matches their wedding theme or style, or that compliments their wedding album, which may be displayed on the same table. Oftentimes, the same container used at the reception can be used to store the cards.

Traditional Ideas for Wedding Card Boxes

There are a variety of ideas and themes used for wedding card boxes that are time-tested and used again and again -- for good reason. These traditional card boxes match many types of weddings and serve the purpose of housing the cards while in adding a special touch of décor. Popular traditional types of card boxes include:

• Wishing Well Card Boxes
• Treasure Chests
• Satin or Fabric Covered Square, Rectangular, or Oval Box
• Bird Cage Style Containers
• Tiered Hatbox Holder
• Mailbox Style Holder
• Church or Steeple Themed Box
• Gazebo Design Container

These timeless ideas can encompass nearly any wedding style or theme, and the many available designs allow you to purchase one that matches your wedding perfectly.

Unique Card Box Ideas

If you're looking for something a bit more unique, there are many ways to achieve a creative card box for your wedding. There are many ideas for wedding card boxes available that utilize color, detail, and theme often by custom crafters, party or wedding shops such as Showers by April. For a more unique card box, you may have to custom order, create, or decorate your own; however, it can be simple to create a customized box. Ways to make a splash with your wedding car box include:

• Color. Use a central or accent color, from your wedding for the box rather than white or ivory. Or, use brightly colored ribbons to dress it up.
• Flowers. Use fresh or silk wedding flowers to add to a standard wedding box.
• Shapes. Use a special shape for your card box, such as a heart or castle, or stack tiered boxes in a lopsided design for a touch of modernity.
• Use embellishments that represent your wedding theme. You can use items such as butterflies for a spring wedding, fall leaves for a fall wedding, holly berries for a winter wedding, or seashells for a summer or beach wedding.
• Sweet memories. Create or order a tiered card box that resembles the design of your wedding cake or another favorite confection, like those available from Satin Gift Box Company.
• Painted Scenes. Many craft stores sell simple cardboard card boxes that can be painted or decorated to match your theme. Use stencils or a simple scene ides, such as ocean waves for a beach wedding, to create a custom box.
• Personalized Photograph Box. You can either make a box yourself by attaching photos of you and your fiancée, or order one with screened photos from a venue like Dochelle Custom Creations. This is a perfect way to store cards after the wedding as well as hold them during the reception.
• Mirror, Mirror. A mirrored wedding card box, like this octagonal card box from the Perfect Wedding Box, will make a striking and elegant piece of décor.
• Etched Glass. You don’t have to be Cinderella to love this glass accessory. Beautifully engraved, personalized card boxes are elegant and stunning. Available at Mr. Tildo's Stained Glass Shop, Perfect Wedding Box, and select other retailers.

Your ideas for wedding card boxes don't need to be limited by anything but your imagination. From a simple covered white wicker basket to an elaborate silk rendition of your wedding cake, your card box is another element that will allow you to add your special signature to the wedding..