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Church bells used to ring loud and clear across the countryside in rural areas. It was a way to spread the news of an event that occurred at the church, whether it was announcing a service, funeral, or wedding. Wedding superstition follows the thought that the bells would scare off evil spirits intent on ruining the new couple’s happiness. The bells were thought to bring luck and fortune to the newlyweds.

The church bells would be rung as the couple walked down the aisle together or came out of the church. The wedding bells are often rung today as part of the wedding ceremony, to begin and end the service.

Wedding Bells Symbolism Today

In the twenty-first century and beyond, wedding traditions like bells have continued to be popular symbols of marriage. Although the superstition of warding off evil spirits has faded, they are still rung as a symbolic way to celebrate the couple’s new life together.

Wedding bell graphics used as ceremony and wedding reception decorations usually depict two bells joined at the top by a bow. This may be a symbolic depiction of the two people, bride and groom, who have been joined together in marriage.

Symbolic Bell Theme

With the history of wedding bells and their meaning of love and a new life, couples often choose to theme their wedding around the symbol. Bell representations can be used throughout the wedding and reception:

• As a graphic on wedding invitations
• On the wedding programs
• As an alternative to pew bows
• Hung from the ceiling at the wedding reception
• As part of the wedding reception centerpiece
• As unique wedding favors, kissing bells, toasting bells & bride and groom sendoff bells.

The use of wedding bells symbolism is a historical wedding tradition that continues to be popular in modern society. Although the folklore of warding off evil and bad luck has dissipated, the bells continue to symbolize love, joy, and the start of a new life together for couples who get married.

Magical Bells declared to be the “Official Sleigh Bells for Santa Clause”.

Twenty-five Santa’s set sail on a cruise ship to “Santa’s House” in North Pole, Alaska. Each Santa wore a “Magical Sleigh Bell” around their necks as a symbol to others on the ship to always BELIEVE in the spirit of Christmas.

Two Santa’s and their wives, one couple having been married for 39 years, the other 43 years, wanted to renew their wedding vows while at The North Pole in a special outdoor ceremony. At The North Pole, with all 25 Santa’s in attendance, the couples were each given a “Magical Wedding Bell” to serve as a cherished reminder of this special occasion. After the vows were renewed, instead of clapping, all of the Santa’s rang their “Magical Sleigh Bells” and the couples rang their “Magical Wedding Bells”!

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At the conclusion of the ceremony, Magical Bells were declared to be the “Official Sleigh Bells for Santa Clause”. The favorite “Santa Bell” is the replica of The Polar Express bell, sold in our “Santa’s Classic Gift Set”. No Santa had been able to find the exact replica of the bell from this beloved story until now. They were thrilled with the size, shape, quality and sound of all our handcrafted Magical Bells. An honor for sure, given their combined years as professional Santa’s and the amount of bells they’ve seen and used in their careers!

According to the Santa’s, Magical Bells allowed them to create magical memories that will last a lifetime. And because Magical Bells are heirloom-quality, they will last as cherished keepsakes, making their special Santa Cruise and The North Pole ceremony simply unforgettable.

Magical Bells Founder Christina Frueh is the featured “Artist of the Week” at Emmaline Bride: the bridal boutique for the handmade bride.

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Brides are asking this question these days, and it’s an important one. My opinion is, if it’s a special and unique gift that people will actually keep and appreciate – then yes, they are worth it.

 I’ve never understood using “throw away” or edible favors. Isn’t the point to give your guests something special that they will remember your wedding by?

Earlier this year, we expanded our products from holiday bells to include wedding bells because we felt that this meaningful, high-quality wedding favor meets the needs of today’s brides. For the increasingly popular DIY brides, we are offering loose bells that they can adorn themselves, perfectly coordinating them with their unique wedding theme and colors. We also offer three handcrafted wedding bell and gift bag sets, our “Elegant Design”, “Classic Design” and “Fun and Flirty” design. Each are stylish and will serve as a classic, yet whimsical, addition to your wedding day.  

Here are just some of the creative ways that brides are using our unique wedding bells:

Kissing Bells & Toasting Bells – Place the bells on your reception tables. Guests ring the bells when they want you to kiss. Or, you can use them as festive toasting bells. Just place a note on each table explaining what the bells are used for. 

Festive Escort Cards – Attach an escort card to each bell’s gift bag and place them on a table at the entrance to your reception.

Classic Seating Cards – Attach seating arrangement cards to each bell’s gift bag and place them at each place setting on the reception tables.

Bride and Groom Send Off – When your reception comes to a close and it’s time for your sendoff, imagine running through a gauntlet of bells! Bells are also an excellent choice for send off locations that prohibit the use of items that require clean up.

Wedding bells have long been the traditional symbol of marriage. Our premium quality wedding bells will last forever and are sure to inspire cherished memories as well as hours of fun on your big day.