DIY Hanging Terrarium Head Table Decor

2 min read September 14, 2026 Kara Allen
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The head table at a wedding is the most important table of them all. Not only does it display the loving bride and groom, but it is also what all eyes will be looking at during the wedding dinner and program. The decor on and around the head table should be exquisite and well thought out. Create this DIY hanging candlelight terrarium decor piece to magically transform your head table into a romantic and beautiful space. Be sure to check out the entire Spring Barn Wedding along with the DIY "Perfect Match" Wedding Favor tutorial and DIY Love is Sweet Lollipop Seating Chart!

Project Time
50 to 60 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

Create some sort of awning or table covering that will hang above your head table, like this wooden arbor.

DIY Hanging Terrarium Head Table Decor step 1
Step
2

With fishing line, string Small Round Hanging Globes filled with Battery-Operated Tea Light Candles, at various heights onto your wooden arbor.

DIY Hanging Terrarium Head Table Decor step 2
Step
3

Continue to string the bulbs onto the arbor until you've filled the space.

DIY Hanging Terrarium Head Table Decor step 3
Step
4

Wrap your arbor with Silver Dollar Eucalyptus Garlands.

DIY Hanging Terrarium Head Table Decor step 4 part 1
DIY Hanging Terrarium Head Table Decor step 4 part 2
Step
5

Wrap your arbor with Pink Peony Faux Floral Garlands.

DIY Hanging Terrarium Head Table Decor step 5 part 1
DIY Hanging Terrarium Head Table Decor step 5 part 2
Step
6

Cover your main table with a tablecloth and decorate. To see the entire wedding and setup check out the full Spring Barn Wedding.

DIY Hanging Terrarium Head Table Decor step 6

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