Activity for Mary

FH and I have a pretty tight budget (we'll be getting married just after college) and the reception and ceremony are our priorities in the budget. We want to have a rehearsal dinner, but venues and restaurants are very expensive. My FH older sister...

We are looking for alternatives to the traditional candle or sand ceremony. Preferably something we can hang or display in our future home. Any ideas? I've also looked at the braid, but looking for other ideas.