Treasure Chest for the Ringbearer
Once Andrew and I got engaged we pretty much knew who was going to serve each role within the wedding. With Noah being our youngest son it was only fitting that he be our ring-bearer. Honestly I did not really think about asking him, I just felt – as his mother, it was a given. During dinner one night we were talking about him being the ring-bearer and his response was shock. He looked at me and said “I’m not doing that“. My only response was to laugh and say “Oh, yes you are!“. Of course then I may or may not have express how he would make me cry if he didn’t and how sad I would be. A little mommy guilt thrown in. Finally I figured out the real issue was him being a little shy and the fact he did not want to carry a pillow.
After explaining the role of a ring-bearer a little more clearly to him he wasn’t as nervous. He understood that he would not be required to talk and he was simply carrying the rings down the isle. I even assured him after he hands over the rings he is free to take a seat. Since our wedding is vintage rustic and takes place outdoors I started coming up with ideas of what he could carry the rings on. In a box, on a piece of wood, etc. Without hesitation Noah looked at me and said “I want to carry them in a treasure chest“.
At the dinner table we pulled out my iPhone and started searching for a ring-bearer treasure chest. I had never thought of it before but apparently his idea was not a new one. We found tons of cute boxes and chests for the rings. While browsing on Etsy we stumbled upon the perfect treasure chest. As soon as Noah saw it he knew it was the one. We both LOVED it. I ordered it right away!
The treasure chest came in several colors so we were able to coordinate our wedding hues. I love the little hearts on top that say We Do. Noah was instantly sold on the latch. It resembles that of a real treasure chest to him.
The inside of the box is not painted so there is no worry of getting any residue on your rings. The bottom is lined with burlap which is perfect for our wedding having a hint of rustic to it. The outside of the chest has an antique finish which ties into my love for a vintage wedding.
There is twine inside the box. Two different sections to hold each ring – the groom’s wedding band and the bride’s wedding set. You can tie them into a love knot or just simply loop them over. I am so excited about our little find. I think this is one of my favorite wedding items purchased so far.
The best part: this little keepsake treasure chest only cost me $29.95 from Angi’s Southern Chic Decor. She was also very friendly to work with and responded to my questions quickly. I cannot wait to see my handsome little man walk down the isle carrying his special treasure chest on my wedding day.
How were your rings carried down the isle on your wedding day?
oh my word!! that is such a gorgeous way to carry the rings down the aisle. I love it. It matches your personality perfectly – rustic chic 🙂 A little of Andrew – country – and a little of you -feminine and pretty.
That is such a neat way to carry the rings! I’ll bet the ringbearer will think he’s delivering a little treasure!
I love this idea! How cute and special for a little boy to help keep track of valuable property!
I love the vintage chic look of it. I think that would be a wonderful keepsake.
I love that about it too! The color is so pretty! Totally a perfect pick 😉
That’s adorable! What a cute wedding craft!
That is so cute! This is perfect for memorable weddings. I’ll have to share with my cousin that is getting married soon.
We did not have a ring bearer. My sister and my hubby’s brother held our rings until it was time. this pox is too cute. Great for photos too!
This is such a wonderful wedding craft, I would love to make this for a friend who is getting married soon.
What a beautiful way to carry the rings. I’m not married yet so you’re giving a good idea.
That is so fun! Such a unique and cool change up from the heart shaped pillow.
It’s adorable. i saw it on instagram and loved it. I think if you lined it in photos of all of you that would be sweet.
OH, that is such a fabulous way for the ring bearer to bring the rings. Much cuter than an ugly satin pillow!
what a cute idea, love how antique it looks! Great keepsake!
Oooh, how cute!! What a lovely idea!
Our little ringbearer carried fake rings and we gave the real ones to the best man and maid of honor. 😉
My brother carried our rings and insisted he wouldn’t carry fake ones! He was so proud walking down the isle.
This is absolutely adorable! My rings were in my oldest step son’s pocket (best man) but my youngest, 3 at the time had a ring bearer pillow and my flower girl daughter practically dragged him up the isle. Haha!
i love this idea!! my son was a ring bearer but didn’t get to touch the rings ever. he was sad. this would have been fun for him
oh my gosh that is absolutely adorable!!!
Aw thats so sweet! Such a creative idea too! My hubby’s little brother was our ring bearer.
That is just such a wonderful idea! This treasure chest is absolutely adorable! We has a small wedding, so we just held our own rings. Not anywhere near as exciting as this 😉
Okay, that’s the cutest idea ever!!! You handled this so well and I am sure he loved this way more than a pillow. So cute and precious!!
What a fun and unique way to carry your rings! I love that color of blue!
What a cute idea…totally love it; my SIL has a wedding coming in December and this would be perfect, will share with her, thanks for sharing
That is beautiful! What a fun idea, I love it!!
This is so sweet! I love that little treasure chest, such a great idea. We didn’t have a ring bearer at our wedding so I think the best man just carried the rings for us.
We didn’t have a ring bearer. Too many nieces and nephews to choose from
Oh i love that treasure chest for the ring bearer! I love it lots more than a typical ring pillow! This is chic and creative and so very cute!
We are in the middle of planning a rustic outdoor wedding for my oldest son. This is such a great idea, but we are still not sure there is going to be a ring bearer. I am glad we have a whole year to figure it all out
Oh, I LOVE this! We are renewing our vows on the beach and this would be perfect for my son to carry.
I think this is such an adorable idea for your wedding rings. It makes such a keepsake too!
This treasure box is such a great idea for a ring bearer! I love that it’s so different than the usual little pillow!
Oh my goodness, that is the coolest box I have ever seen… I love the idea of a child being proud to carry it and it is a great keepsake. Thanks for sharing
That is the cutest box! SO rustic and classy!
Such a cute idea, I love this. Great beach theme.
I love that chest! That was such a creative idea!
That is the SWEETEST idea for the ring bearer!!! I love that little chest.
The little chest for the rings is such a cute idea. It is very pretty and unique.
This is such a cute idea! My daughter is in the process of planning her wedding and I will have to show her this post.
That’s adorable! I love that you were able to coordinate the colors with your wedding hues.
Now that is absolutely adorable!!!
That is such a cute way to carry the ring. I love that box. I love that it says “we do”
Love this! Super cute idea.
I haven’t heard of a chest for it either. I love the idea, and that one is cute!
That is such and adorable chest! I also think it’s a good idea so that the ring is in something big and less likely to get lost!
What a beautiful chest! So many memories in one chest!
That is such a great idea! I am getting married in 3 weeks and I love reading wedding posts.
I love the treasure chest. This is such a darling idea!
That chest is so nice! I love the price too!
That is absolutely beautiful. I also have a wedding blog so I love details like this!
This is such a lovely idea! The treasure chest is cute, and it is so wonderful that you involved your son in the planning process.
That chest is super adorable! We had our best man hold them, since we had no ring bearer
This is so cute! Would be a great gift!
That is so so cute. I’m very happy for you that he agreed to be the ringbearer and it’s great you could compromise and come up with something that he’d like to carry and that you love as well!
I LOVE this idea! We want to renew our vows at some point and I may have to do this!
That is so adorable and incredibly unique! Love that idea. We had the pillow. This is cooler.
What a cute idea! I love the treasure chest!
Such an adorable idea! My boyfriend and I aren’t married yet, but the big day will be here soon enough! Love this!
That’s so cute and creative! Plus, I love that they won’t be as at risk to be lost!!
This is just too cute!!!! I love the memento aspect too.
That chest is super adorable. I like that it clasps shut that way he won’t be afraid of losing the ring during the walk down the isle 🙂
Maid of honor and the best man carried our rings. Love that though it is too cute and what a great keepsake.
I just adore this treasure chest. I saw when you shared it on FB and I Just LOVE it!