Aisle Runners

[MsNelle5]

Are you having one? Is it necessary?

I have been debating on whether or not I should get an aisle runner. :headscrat The ceremony will last only 30 minutes. After that, what do I do with the aisle runner? I will never use it again. Is it a waste of money? Did/Will you have one?

[GMAbride]

I think the purpose of the aisle runner is so that the bottom of the bride's gown won't be scraping the floor after guest have walked on it possibly dirtying the bottome of the dress. It also gives the bride the feel of royalty walking down the aisle. I may or may not depending on the style of my dress (train or no train).

[rejah2209]

I originally decided against it, since I'm not having aisle angels instead of flower girls, so I didn't see the point, and I really don't want to waste the money. Now, that I've seen Mom's post, I don't know, but if I do, I'll make it myself.

[MsNelle5]

I originally decided against it, since I'm not having aisle angels instead of flower girls, so I didn't see the point, and I really don't want to waste the money. Now, that I've seen Mom's post, I don't know, but if I do, I'll make it myself.

Is it simple to make? Can I just go to the craft/fabric store and buy yards of fabric? :headscrat

[GMAbride]

Here's a link from TLC to make your own aisle runner. You don't have to do it exactly as the one there because it costs to much but take the instructions as a guide DIY Aisle Runner (http://tlc.discovery.com/fansites/betterorworse/projects/runner.html)

[MsNelle5]

:thanks:

[Crystal]

We are. Since we aren't getting married in a church we have no aisle and have to create one. We are really getting married on the all wood dance floor. I have decided to create an aisle using balloons (not too high) in our wedding colors and having the colored weights attached to the bottom. From there we will weave fabric in and out of the balloons for effect and still have the white runner in the center.

[deesexy69]

I think is goes with tradition. It something about walking down the Aisle and since I am getting married outside I will need it

[GMAbride]

Though I will probably use one, I found this article on UW that I found interesting. Especially for you ladies having outdoor weddings on the grass.

Warnings About Using an Aisle Runner
Written by Dave Sugarbaker


The white aisle runner was first employed so the Bride wouldn't get her dress muddy. In the days when roads were unpaved, wedding guests would arrive and track in dirt or mud from the streets. It didn't seem right for the Bride to drag the hem of her dress in the mud, so a clean white runner was laid down for the Bride. These days most indoor locations don't have problems with guests tracking dirt and mud into the room.

Unless you can secure it really well, don't consider having an aisle runner. They don't stay where you put them. Your photographer will be taking pictures from the back of the room and one of the most prominent features will be the white aisle runner pulled and stretched this way and that by the procession of Bride and bridesmaids.

Don't use either a cloth or plastic aisle runner outside over grass unless it is backed by plywood or something solid. The women's heels will go through the runner into the sod beneath. Secure it well. Taping or tacking it at both ends will not keep it from being picked up by a breeze.

[rejah2209]

I have consistently "heard" a lot of people on CB refer to UW or say, "on the other site", but I always assumed they were talking about The Knot, or something like that. What is UW? :headscrat

[MsNelle5]

I have consistently "heard" a lot of people on CB refer to UW or say, "on the other site", but I always assumed they were talking about The Knot, or something like that. What is UW? :headscrat

UW is UltimateWeddings.com

[msrevlon08]

I think the purpose of the aisle runner is so that the bottom of the bride's gown won't be scraping the floor after guest have walked on it possibly dirtying the bottome of the dress. It also gives the bride the feel of royalty walking down the aisle. I may or may not depending on the style of my dress (train or no train).


Wow that is exactly what I was going to say. I want one even though mine will be outside. Just adds a little more pazazz to the ceremony. Here is a idea to use it as a autograph paper roll at the reception. Have guest sign persoanl messages on it if you use a paper one. This way you will have the words to reflect back on in years to come. :1luvu: :irlove: :grouphug: :grouphug:

[peace]

i will be using a aisle runner but it will only be for the Bride to walk on. When it's time for me to come in they will put down the aisle runner.

[DeeZetaLady]

i need to decide what i'm going to do in terms of a runner.

the ceremony will be on grass, and i'd HATE to dirty my gown, or have the BMs' heels get caught :rofl2:

i was recently in a fabric store, and in the upholstery section found a material that's VERY durable and is almost stretchy like rubber. i bought a yard, took it home, and basically walked allll on it. LOL it seems like that may be the way to go, especially since i'm not trying to spend hundreds of dollars on a runner.

comments, suggestions?

i'm thinking i buy enough of this fabric (and it does come in white), and use that as my runner.

BUT, what would my wedding party use? perhaps i can put that down, have them walk on it, THEN put a regular runner on top???? :down:

help!

[snj]

Is there a way to section off the path so only your bridal party can walk on the runner? If so, you can have it already on the ground for the processional. If it’s blocked off, guests can't walk on it so it won’t be ruined before you get down the aisle. If there is no way to section it off, you can have it pulled before the processional begins rather than when it would normally be pulled.

[beezlilmama]

I thought of making my own runner (not just designing it) and here is my suggestions:
1. You can buy that material and go to a carpet place and see how much a non stick backing is. Adhere the backing to the material that way it will be thick and not slide around on the grass.
2. Get an inexpensive runner, like on sale at Michaels and have it already laid out in the aisle. Let you wedding party walk down on that, then before you walk down have your ushers (or whoever) pull that runner back and unroll your runner. That way everyone isn't on your runner and it adds a wonderful effect.

[kia1908]

Is there a way to section off the path so only your bridal party can walk on the runner? If so, you can have it already on the ground for the processional. If it’s blocked off, guests can't walk on it so it won’t be ruined before you get down the aisle. If there is no way to section it off, you can have it pulled before the processional begins rather than when it would normally be pulled.

I've seen pics where the aisle is blocked off with a ribbon so that guests have to use the outside of the aisles to enter the rows and not the middle. THen the ribbon or swag is cut when it is time for the ceremony to start.

[DeeZetaLady]

i like the ribbon idea...

i'm not superstitious at all about the BP walking on the runner before me. just don't want anyone to bust their arse coming down that aisle. :rofl2:

thanks!!!

[bamnglo18]

I'm getting married outside and will be using a runner. The banquet hall where we're getting married has a paved brick walk-way which will make it easy for my BP to walk down the aisle. The runner will be pulled down to cover the brick when it's time for me to walk out and my heels won't sink through the runner because of the brick being under it. I will be the only person walking on it though.