Planning a spring/summer wedding and in dire need of inspiration for a fun centerpiece? Jell-O the no calorie treat that brings out the kid in us can actually be used to decorate your reception tables! I saw this on rachelraymag.com and just had to share it with you. See below for the easy steps on how to make your own Jell-O centerpiece:
- Combine six boxes of Jell-O powder in half the amount of water specified (to get a more vibrant color).
- Chill the mix in your choice of vase for approximately 30 minutes.
- Push the flowers into the semi-firm gelatin.
And there you have it!
Comments
Such a cute idea! I love the citrus colour and summery feel of it
Polka Dot Bride on September 15, 2008I love this idea! Bold colours and simple white flowers tinted with the gelatin, looks fabulous! Very stylish and budget friendly centrepiece option!
elizabeth on March 01, 2009How long can these sit out and not…melt? Awesome idea, but I’d have to think there’s be some down side to it.
Jess on March 09, 2009Hi Jess – I think you’re right because I looked it up and it says that Jello only lasts for a couple hours before it starts to get watery/sludgy. I’m not sure how it will look then. I think I might give it a try and let you know :P
admin on March 11, 2009Hi,
I absolutely LOVE this idea and am seriously considering doing this for my centerpieces for my wedding in May. I was just wondering where would be the best place to find square vases like these because I really want square ones just like this. Also are those flowers real or would you suggest fake ones?
[...] When I came across these Jell-O centerpieces I was blown away. They look great, are easy to make and would be very affordable. You would get a lot of impact for not a lot of money with these. I wouldn’t advise eating them though. You can find the instructions on how to make them at Wedding Obsession. [...]
J.E.L.L.O. « Wedding Blog • It’s a Bride’s Life • Real Brides Blogging til I do! on September 09, 2011I tried this and was very disappointed. 1) it takes much longer than 30 minutes to chill the mixture. 2) When you try to push in the flowers, they either all float to the top or else (if the jello is firm enough) the petals all close up as you push in the flowers. I ended up throwing the whole thing away. Any ideas on what I’m doing wrong?
BTW, I used real flowers. Perhaps you need to use fake ones?
Wendy on December 21, 2011
