A natural look for both traditional and non-traditional weddings.The traditional Jewish marriage canopy is known as 'the Chuppah'. It represents the first home that the newly married couple is creating. It is open on all sides to recall the tent of the biblical Abraham, a symbol of hospitality. Abraham and Sarah had doors on all four sides of their dwelling so that visitors would all know that they were welcome.
HAND HELD CHUPPAH
During the sixteenth century, the hand held chuppah came in fashion, as many wedding ceremonies were held outdoors in the marketplace. It served as a sacred space to perform the ceremony while the community surrounds the chuppah. Under the chuppah stood the bride and groom with the rabbi. Their immediate families stood along side them.
The chuppah should be a temporary, handmade structure. It is a great honor to be asked to be one of the four pole bearers. The honored guests represent the community that is part of the couples support system, as they establish their new home. Many times the chuppah becomes part of the processional, with pole bearers displaying the chuppah as they walk down the aisle.
Our handheld chuppah has bamboo poles were selected by the Rabbi from the garden of his friend who brings the Dalai Llama to San Francisco annually. We view the Dalai Llama as one of the thirty - six righteous leaders upon whom the preservations of the planet depends. Many couples love using these poles that stand for peace and harmony for all people.
Our chuppah coverings are handmade using delicate sari material. Their simple and elegant design are constructed to withstand winds up to 40 mph.
Floral decorations and custom work is available for an extra fee.
STATIONARY CHUPPAHFor those couples who prefer a stationary chuppah, we have designs in both birch or bamboo poles. Securely fashioned to withstand wind. We can work with you to customize your canopy design.
Please contact Yehudit for more info such as pricing and specifications via email- yehuditsc@gmail.com
