What you need for your unity sand ceremony:

Three Vases - more if you choose to include the priest or children*. The center vase should be larger as this is where all participants pour their sand.

Sand - many select a different color sand for each participant and colors that compliment your ceremony flowers and/or wedding party colors.

You may purchase the vases and sand separately at a craft store, such as Michaels, or purchase a kit for your sand ceremony on-line at wedding specialty stores.

How the unity sand ceremony works:

Step 1: The groom begins with pouring a portion of his sand into the center vase.

Step 2: The bride will then pour a portion of her sand into the center vase, creating a layered effect.

Step 3: The bride and groom will simultaneously pour the sand into the center vase.

End result:

A beautiful vase filled with sand, symbolizing your marriage and forever a memory of your wedding ceremony. Be sure to "cap" the vase to ensure it doesn't spill!