{"id":16397,"date":"2015-04-16T03:14:41","date_gmt":"2015-04-16T07:14:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/?p=16397"},"modified":"2015-04-02T10:30:34","modified_gmt":"2015-04-02T14:30:34","slug":"fun-wedding-send-offs-10-alternatives-to-throwing-rice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-favors\/fun-wedding-send-offs-10-alternatives-to-throwing-rice","title":{"rendered":"Fun Wedding Send-Offs: 10 Alternatives to Throwing Rice"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>While we love how wonderfully nostalgic throwing rice is after you&#8217;ve been pronounced &#8216;husband and wife,&#8217; it&#8217;s fun to mix things up and choose something festive that suits the theme and feel of the wedding <em>and<\/em> you as a couple.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Here&#8217;s a round-up of some send-off ideas we love:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>CONFETTI: Light, bright-colored confetti makes for a\u00a0cheery\u00a0celebration.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/539657967822077272\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/4f\/ee\/a2\/4feea293e492e2c7d71df08ab6a3ba10.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Wedding Trends 2014: Give your guests confetti, sprinkles, or glitter.. to throw instead of rice\" width=\"600\" height=\"899\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/4f\/ee\/a2\/4feea293e492e2c7d71df08ab6a3ba10.jpg\" alt=\"Spring Wedding Trends 2014: Give your guests confetti, sprinkles, or glitter.. to throw instead of rice\" width=\"600\" height=\"899\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Pinterest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>LAVENDER: Aromatic and a perfect shade of\u00a0pastel purple, lavender is suited for a rustic, farm-inspired affair.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 602px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/91620173643402213\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/3b\/04\/29\/3b0429e24666b7b66ea4a9bf10b33e11.jpg\" alt=\"cones of lavender to toss | see the wedding on #smp: http:\/\/www.stylemepretty.com\/2013\/12\/16\/south-of-france-wedding-at-chateau-dalpheran\/  Wesley Nulens Photography\" width=\"602\" height=\"810\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/3b\/04\/29\/3b0429e24666b7b66ea4a9bf10b33e11.jpg\" alt=\"cones of lavender to toss | see the wedding on #smp: http:\/\/www.stylemepretty.com\/2013\/12\/16\/south-of-france-wedding-at-chateau-dalpheran\/  Wesley Nulens Photography\" width=\"602\" height=\"810\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Pinterest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>BEACH BALLS: If oceanside I dos are in your future, beach balls make a splash with guests to celebrate the new couple.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 606px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/108649409735592326\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/85\/22\/52\/852252d646be791efd1b2c1c3909ac4f.jpg\" alt=\"Many weddings have themes such as the colors and decor which help to make the wedding more unique and personable to the bride and groom. Rice throwing at the end of a wedding is a long standing tradition, but this does not mean it cannot also be unique. Personalize your wedding by throwing something different such as sequins, or paper airplanes!\" width=\"606\" height=\"403\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/85\/22\/52\/852252d646be791efd1b2c1c3909ac4f.jpg\" alt=\"Many weddings have themes such as the colors and decor which help to make the wedding more unique and personable to the bride and groom. Rice throwing at the end of a wedding is a long standing tradition, but this does not mean it cannot also be unique. Personalize your wedding by throwing something different such as sequins, or paper airplanes!\" width=\"606\" height=\"403\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Pinterest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>RIBBON WANDS: String together colored ribbons to make these whimsical wands, which look stunning flying through the air.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 613px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/277112183291247520\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/44\/5f\/d7\/445fd723372b2ea31a266c30a399bae5.jpg\" alt=\"Ribbon wands! Fun favor for a wedding or shower or just a fun thing for little girls!\" width=\"613\" height=\"920\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/44\/5f\/d7\/445fd723372b2ea31a266c30a399bae5.jpg\" alt=\"Ribbon wands! Fun favor for a wedding or shower or just a fun thing for little girls!\" width=\"613\" height=\"920\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Pinterest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>FEED THE BIRDS: For the eco-friendly love birds, throwing birdseed is a cool send-off sans guilt.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 622px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/123004633545519188\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/21\/a8\/1b\/21a81b17e8c85c3065ef35fe7491741f.jpg\" alt=\"DIY Birdseed Favor - toss some; take the rest to use at home. #rustic #chic #wedding\" width=\"622\" height=\"976\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/21\/a8\/1b\/21a81b17e8c85c3065ef35fe7491741f.jpg\" alt=\"DIY Birdseed Favor - toss some; take the rest to use at home. #rustic #chic #wedding\" width=\"622\" height=\"976\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Pinterest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>SPRINKLED WITH JOY: They&#8217;re on your favorites cookies, your favorite sundaes and now on your favorite day \u2014 multi-colored sprinkles are a sweet salute to your new marriage. And they&#8217;re photogenic!<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 608px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/416231190532565704\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/60\/31\/6c\/60316c1fcc91e414629792ded735c860.jpg\" alt=\"Throwing sprinkles instead of rice at a wedding. Fun pictures! Planning on cupcakes so it would fit great!\" width=\"608\" height=\"608\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/60\/31\/6c\/60316c1fcc91e414629792ded735c860.jpg\" alt=\"Throwing sprinkles instead of rice at a wedding. Fun pictures! Planning on cupcakes so it would fit great!\" width=\"608\" height=\"608\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Pinterest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>UP, UP AND AWAY: There&#8217;s a childlike wonder in releasing balloons into the sky \u2014 fitting for the two kids in love.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 618px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/137570963587268812\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/8d\/be\/e7\/8dbee73cc1af30c847bbf719f9c4d04f.jpg\" alt=\"Red balloon sendoff as an alternative? In absolute LOVE.\" width=\"618\" height=\"927\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/8d\/be\/e7\/8dbee73cc1af30c847bbf719f9c4d04f.jpg\" alt=\"Red balloon sendoff as an alternative? In absolute LOVE.\" width=\"618\" height=\"927\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Pinterest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>GO WILD: Freshly-picked blooms are an earthy way to shower the newlyweds. How clever are these sheet music cones?<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 621px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/195625177536913409\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/dc\/7b\/a7\/dc7ba78c0495368ff4fb38c1b7f4466c.jpg\" alt=\"Tubes of small flower petals...This would be great to hand to several guests sitting along the isle as the bride and groom pass! Very pretty and biodegradable and inexpensive..\" width=\"621\" height=\"931\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/dc\/7b\/a7\/dc7ba78c0495368ff4fb38c1b7f4466c.jpg\" alt=\"Tubes of small flower petals...This would be great to hand to several guests sitting along the isle as the bride and groom pass! Very pretty and biodegradable and inexpensive..\" width=\"621\" height=\"931\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Pinterest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>ALL THAT\u00a0SPARKLES:\u00a0If bling is your thing, flying glitter is just the ticket for your send-off.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 631px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/91620173645196297\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/18\/41\/3e\/18413e2ed921eefac350f7412a45b083.jpg\" alt=\"A glittery sendoff - wedding whimsy - www.theperfectpalette.com - Angie Capri Photography, Styled by Amanda O'Shannessy of One True Love Vintage Rentals\" width=\"631\" height=\"947\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/18\/41\/3e\/18413e2ed921eefac350f7412a45b083.jpg\" alt=\"A glittery sendoff - wedding whimsy - www.theperfectpalette.com - Angie Capri Photography, Styled by Amanda O'Shannessy of One True Love Vintage Rentals\" width=\"631\" height=\"947\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Pinterest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>WAVE &#8216;EM\u00a0HIGH:\u00a0Mini flags flying through the air couldn&#8217;t be any more charming. Fourth of July wedding, anybody?<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 629px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/505388389407396842\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/a3\/df\/ba\/a3dfba6a7c1d17f35763072e092f88b8.jpg\" alt=\"Repurpose These 15 Backyard Barbecue Ideas At Your Wedding:  1. Hand out flags for a patriotic ceremony or reception exit.\" width=\"629\" height=\"775\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/a3\/df\/ba\/a3dfba6a7c1d17f35763072e092f88b8.jpg\" alt=\"Repurpose These 15 Backyard Barbecue Ideas At Your Wedding:  1. 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