my fiance hasn't ever had a good relationship with his mother, and she left her husband with a man she met on the internet and moved across the country when he was 14. he hasn't spoken to her in about 4 years.
so he didn't invite her. i keep having people ask me about her (florists ask if i need 2 mothers corsages, friends ask about mother/son dance, relatives ask me if i like my future MOH, etc)
how can i politely say that she is a gutter skank that ruined his childhood and isn't allowed within 5 miles of my future husband, let alone the wedding?
How can i handle people asking me where the groom's mother is?
Just tell them that his mother is not involved in his life and leave it at that. Usually people will drop the subject after that response.
Reply:It's embarassing to keep hearing questions like that. And of course saying the truth isn't really what people want to hear.
Just smile politely and tell them that she's not gonna be able to attend the wedding. Say anything, I would say he's an orphan, but i dont' know if ure ok with that or not.
If u wanna get out of that lie, just say the son and mother havent really spoken to each other in a very long time and it's gonna be very hard to find out where she lives right now, since she moved with another man and no body knows where she lives right now.
Reply:Just remeber when dealing with vendors they are use to weddings and by that I mean all sorts of different kinds of set-ups. While it may seem out of hte ordinary to you or I, to them they don't really want/need the details, they just want to make sure they have considered everything in your price! So while you may feel awkard, they are probably thinking abou tthe next thing and what it will cost! Don't feel awkard, you know the situation and telling them they don't need to tack on an extra $65 dollars for a corsage you don't need is all they are really interested in. Congrats on the Wedding!
Reply:It's not anybody's business where the Mother of the groom is, or why she is not attending.
When they ask about her, just tell them that she will not be attending. If they ask why, give some ridiculous answer that will give them the clue that it's not their business... like "She is an astronaut and they wouldn't land the space shuttle early just for her."
You could even just tell them that the mother of the groom has passed... although that will prompt them to ask if you want some kind of tribute... like a bouquet of flowers in the seat where she WOULD be, etc.
Reply:I would ask your fiance what he would like you to tell people. But I would politely tell people that he no longer speaks to her and she will not be attending the wedding. You can tell people I'm sorry but my mother-in -law will not be able to make the wedding or friends I'm sorry he doesn't speak to his mom
Reply:I am glad you asked this question, cos I will have a similar problem when my wedding day (finally) arrives! I no longer speak to my mother, who lives in the UK. Fortunately, we live in Greece and the wedding will be here, so I can always say she was too unwell to travel or something like that. My Fiance's family are very close and very religious, I know they will push me for more answers, they will think it is a crime to get married without my mother there! They already think it is strange that I was not baptised as a child!
Good Luck xxx
Reply:you just politely say..No* there is no mother in law..long story and i'd prefer not to get into it* ..leave it at that*
its very unfortunate that this happend to him as a young child*
I wish you both the best on your wedding day and future*
Communication Trust and Honesty are the keys to a healthy relationship*....along with Respect* ~:) BEst WisheS*
Reply:Well you certainly don't have to answer like that, and with the example of questions you've given, you don't even have to provide an explanation.....just say they're divorced and she lives out of state and will not be attending the wedding if you feel like you need to.
Reply:You just say "she will not be attending" or "she will be unable to attend." My father-in-law couldn't attend the wedding for drama-filled personal reasons, and we just told people that he couldn't come. You don't need to get into all the gory, personal details.
Reply:tell them she escaped from her mental institute 3 years ago, and hasn't been seen since. or she could be a terrorist.
or you could say "she is a gutter skank that ruined his childhood and isn't allowed within 5 miles of my future husband, let alone the wedding"
Reply:Well the florsits and all those questioning you can't avoid, these people doesn't know about your fiance and his mother's problems. So simply say "His mother isn't around" and leave it at that. You do not owe them an explanation as to why.
Reply:You cannot POLITELY say anything of the sort. Nor should you ever speak that way about another human being, especially your future MIL. Get some class dearie!
You say, "My future mother in law isn't able to be with us for the wedding."
Reply:"how can i politely say that she is a gutter skank that ruined his childhood and isn't allowed within 5 miles of my future husband, let alone the wedding?"
She will be unable to attend.
Reply:you really don't need to explain your mother in law's lack of attendance to the wedding to anyone, all you need to say is she won't be at the wedding ,and leave it at that, nobody needs to know nothing more.
Reply:Just say that she won't be attending the wedding. It's that simple. No further explanation is required of you, and people with good manners won't ask for one.
Reply:1) she wasn't invited
2) she won't be attending.
Is there a mother-figure in his life that could fill the place of his mother? Someone he feels close to that he can dance the Mother/Son dance with?
Reply:"She was unable to make it today."
If anyone asks why you say "Why do you want to know?" This is usually enough to stop most rude people.
There's no need to elaborate.
Reply:it isn't their business...just say, she won't be attending the wedding...or that only one mother's corsage will be needed. Do you like her? I have never met her. What if you do meet her? I won't meet her....etc.
Reply:"His mother lives in a distant state, and unfortunately won't be able to attend."
"I haven't had the pleasure of meeting her yet."
Something along those lines.
Reply:just simply say that she is not attending.
and if ppl ask OMG WHY? say that she is simply not a part of our lives. thats is.
:D
Reply:Haha.. the last part there made me laugh...
I would just say.."she hasn't been around for a while" and say it in a way that they won't ask for details.
Good luck, poor fiance though.
Reply:i believe a simple "no we will need 1 mother corsage" would do or a simple "she will not able to attend" will do. there's no need to go into detail especially about his personal matters. just keep it light. best wishes
Reply:Just say he has decided to not invite her. It is nobody elses business and I doubt they will pry after that comment. If they do they are being rude. Just brush it off casually.
Reply:Maybe just say she wasn't able to come and give them the look. Everyone knows any decent mother would be able to attend her son's wedding.
Reply:Simply tell people "unfortunately, she will not be able to attend" and don't explain and leave it at that. It'll brook no other questions from people.
Reply:say it's a complicated story and kind of change the subject ... im sure they wont continue... and if they do just say ..basically she wont be able to attend
Reply:Just say unfortunatley his mother will be unable to attend and change the subject.
Reply:Politely say, "Unfortunately, she was unable to attend". That's all.
Reply:lmao...I wouldn't get yourself all worked up over it (especially if she is a gutter skank!) Just say she is no longer with us
Reply:Just tell people she wont be attending ,afrer all its nothing to do wiyth anyone else
Reply:These are all normal questions. All you have to say is he doesn't associate with her and leave it at that!
Thursday, January 26, 2012
DIY Centerpieces?
After receiving such expensive quotes from florists I think I am going to attempt to do them on my own, but need an opinion.
Our wedding is in the evening in October. The linens are a dark copper with a sage vine print . (Colors and sage and brown).
For the main centerpiece, 28 inch square glass vase filled with pears. Coming out of the top I will have branches and orange snapdragons (see pic for snapdragon).
http://s202.photobucket.com/albums/aa284...
http://s202.photobucket.com/albums/aa284...
I will also have two smaller arrangements on each table that will be small glass cubes filled with natural stones. They will have 3 roses (orange, champagne and red) and a bunch of berries (Hypercium).
What do you think? Does that work? Any suggestions?
THANKS!
DIY Centerpieces?
Check with your reception venue!!! I wanted to do a fruit themed centerpiece and they told me that they would only allow any type of food to be brought in (for consumption or not)if they did it themselves - with the exception of the cake!!
They would not allow me to use the fruit at all because they weren't going to take the liability of something being bad or bug inhabited that they did not 'approve'.
Your centerpiece ideas sounds lovely, but make sure you'll be allowed to use them before making elaborate plans.
Reply:practice, practice, practice. and have your mother or bridesmaids practice with you. make sure your arrangements are simple enough that they can be done in a few hours, you want your flowers to be fresh! also make sure they are easily transported and can be fixed easily if something goes awry in transporting them.
Reply:They seem like they might come out really nice, but be careful that it doesn't look like something done on Trading Spaces. Saddly, they have used fruit in so many of their designs that they took away the beauty of using fruit in a classy way. Since you are only going to use it as the main centerpiece, I think you're steering clear of the "trading spaces dilemma." The smaller centerpieces sound nice.
Have you thought about adding candles to the mix?
Good luck on you DIY. I'm glad to see that you're taking on this "challenge" and truely making your wedding that much more special!
Our wedding is in the evening in October. The linens are a dark copper with a sage vine print . (Colors and sage and brown).
For the main centerpiece, 28 inch square glass vase filled with pears. Coming out of the top I will have branches and orange snapdragons (see pic for snapdragon).
http://s202.photobucket.com/albums/aa284...
http://s202.photobucket.com/albums/aa284...
I will also have two smaller arrangements on each table that will be small glass cubes filled with natural stones. They will have 3 roses (orange, champagne and red) and a bunch of berries (Hypercium).
What do you think? Does that work? Any suggestions?
THANKS!
DIY Centerpieces?
Check with your reception venue!!! I wanted to do a fruit themed centerpiece and they told me that they would only allow any type of food to be brought in (for consumption or not)if they did it themselves - with the exception of the cake!!
They would not allow me to use the fruit at all because they weren't going to take the liability of something being bad or bug inhabited that they did not 'approve'.
Your centerpiece ideas sounds lovely, but make sure you'll be allowed to use them before making elaborate plans.
Reply:practice, practice, practice. and have your mother or bridesmaids practice with you. make sure your arrangements are simple enough that they can be done in a few hours, you want your flowers to be fresh! also make sure they are easily transported and can be fixed easily if something goes awry in transporting them.
Reply:They seem like they might come out really nice, but be careful that it doesn't look like something done on Trading Spaces. Saddly, they have used fruit in so many of their designs that they took away the beauty of using fruit in a classy way. Since you are only going to use it as the main centerpiece, I think you're steering clear of the "trading spaces dilemma." The smaller centerpieces sound nice.
Have you thought about adding candles to the mix?
Good luck on you DIY. I'm glad to see that you're taking on this "challenge" and truely making your wedding that much more special!
Looking for a blue lily bouquet?
I desperately want dark blue, silver and white as my theme for my wedding and I am trying to source dark blue lillies or roses from florists, they all say there is not such thing or they can't do it - I have tried quite a few too:(
It doesn't bother me if they are real or fake, dyed or sprayed, and even if they aren't roses or lillies, but another flower that is the same dark blue in colour.
I was wondering if there was anyone out there who could tell me where I could get them from, I'm not in a hurry as I am not getting married until 2009 - I am justing getting organised for everything.
Thanks, your help would be appreciated. I am in Australia but it doesn't bother me if I ordered them from overseas.
Looking for a blue lily bouquet?
Since you're not in a hurry, look up an origami design and make them out of paper (long lasting, durable, nonperishable, and cheap).
Earf!
Reply:Lilies don't come in blue as far as I know. Why not have white ones? They are stunning (it's what I am having) and it will still fit in with your colour scheme. I wouldn't get silk either, real ones are much nicer.
PS. Tulips come in blue and are gorgeous flowers
Reply:NO, no, no. Do NOT have roses or lillies sprayed with a dark color, else it will look like crap. A better idea is to have the white lillies or roses edged with silver and use dark blue ribbons. OR use dark blue ribbons and silver leaves.
Hotel Blu
It doesn't bother me if they are real or fake, dyed or sprayed, and even if they aren't roses or lillies, but another flower that is the same dark blue in colour.
I was wondering if there was anyone out there who could tell me where I could get them from, I'm not in a hurry as I am not getting married until 2009 - I am justing getting organised for everything.
Thanks, your help would be appreciated. I am in Australia but it doesn't bother me if I ordered them from overseas.
Looking for a blue lily bouquet?
Since you're not in a hurry, look up an origami design and make them out of paper (long lasting, durable, nonperishable, and cheap).
Earf!
Reply:Lilies don't come in blue as far as I know. Why not have white ones? They are stunning (it's what I am having) and it will still fit in with your colour scheme. I wouldn't get silk either, real ones are much nicer.
PS. Tulips come in blue and are gorgeous flowers
Reply:NO, no, no. Do NOT have roses or lillies sprayed with a dark color, else it will look like crap. A better idea is to have the white lillies or roses edged with silver and use dark blue ribbons. OR use dark blue ribbons and silver leaves.
Hotel Blu
Does the cost cutting tip of telling vendors you're having a party or family reunion really work?
I'm all for negotiating but I'm curious how this tactic worked for those who have attempted it.
Telling them it is a party or family reunion isn't technically lying because it is a party or family reunion. There happens to be a wedding going on as well. Some vendors won't even stay long enough to be able to tell. Tiered/stacked cakes for example are becoming popular for birthdays and such so they aren't limited only to weddings. People use florists and djs, etc for parties as well. So despite the fact that all things wedding are automatically 10x more expensive once you say "wedding", how are the services and products really that different for a wedding vs a party or event? Especially if you tell the vendor that you don't want or need the extra wedding stuff that they add on.
Does the cost cutting tip of telling vendors you're having a party or family reunion really work?
Personally, I found being honest with my vendors worked best. I never told them it was for anything other than a wedding; no way would I never have slipped up with that one.
If the vendors price was out of my range, I told them so. In today's economy, many vendors are willing to negotiate! I simply told them, "I would love to use your services, unfortunately your prices are out of my budget. Is there someone you might be able to recommend in a lesser price point?" This is where they will ask you about your budget %26amp; they will start working with you or refer you to someone else.
Example - my videographer shaved about $600 off of my price quote. He was running a special where if you booked you got an Ipod or PS3. I opted to not receive this "gift with purchase" and reduced the time I had him for. It was a win win for both of us.
Just be honest. You wouldn't want your vendor to lie to you, so start the relationship out that way.
Reply:For some vendors, when its not obvious, yes, this will work!
For example, my bakery. I got a small cake and cupcakes at half of what they wanted for a "wedding cake" and "wedding cupcakes"!! Now, clearly, it wasn't your traditional wedding cake, so it didn't really matter.
Also, you may be able to get centerpieces and some floral work done cheaper if its not identified as a "wedding centerpiece." But, its kind of hard to explain why you need a bouquet for a "family reunion."
Good luck!!
Reply:Do not tell your photographer or videographer this- as the poster above said, they will be unprepared and not able to deliver you the product that you'll expect.
I am not a fan of lying to vendors. How would you feel if they lied to you?
Reply:If you're having the party on a Friday or (especially) Saturday, you can forget about saving a lot of money. That is when the vendors get most of their work. You could save bunches of money by having the Wedding on any Sunday - Thursday, as long as it's not surrounding a holiday weekend when, again, they are naturally busy.
If you would like to see if there are cost savings, you could have a friend place a call on your behalf to a prospective vendor. Ask them how much a Saturday in (insert monty here) would cost for a party. Then, have someone else call the same vendor for a Wedding quote for a Saturday in the same month.
We tried this with our food vendor, and the prices were the same... which spoke volumes for them.
A BIG cost savings tip - consider favorite restaurants. Many have banquet rooms, or rooms that can be converted into banquet rooms. We got an amazing deal on a Sunday lunch Wedding at one of our favorite restaurants. Everyone loved the food, parking was abundant, and (best of all) we didn't have to ask friends/family to help clean up a venue when the party was over.
Good luck!
Reply:Although some tell you to do this, it doesn't really always work because vendors find out anyway. You're really better off being honest with them.
Regardless, you CAN negotiate with vendors--you just have to know how and to be patient and flexible. Certain things though, you CAN get away with--
*Cakes. If you are going for something less traditional, you can probably save money. Cupcakes are cheaper than wedding cakes and having your baker make a small tiered cake to cut and sheet cakes for serving (kept in the back) WILL save you money.
*Centerpieces are an easy way to save money. You don't necessarily have to tell the florist (if you are going the floral route) that it's for a wedding...you CAN tell them it's for a party. In addition, you can do non-floral CP's which can save you lots of money as well.
*DON'T try to use this "family party" tactic on a photographer or videographer--the packages are different and it's really not fair because it'll leave them unprepared.
Telling them it is a party or family reunion isn't technically lying because it is a party or family reunion. There happens to be a wedding going on as well. Some vendors won't even stay long enough to be able to tell. Tiered/stacked cakes for example are becoming popular for birthdays and such so they aren't limited only to weddings. People use florists and djs, etc for parties as well. So despite the fact that all things wedding are automatically 10x more expensive once you say "wedding", how are the services and products really that different for a wedding vs a party or event? Especially if you tell the vendor that you don't want or need the extra wedding stuff that they add on.
Does the cost cutting tip of telling vendors you're having a party or family reunion really work?
Personally, I found being honest with my vendors worked best. I never told them it was for anything other than a wedding; no way would I never have slipped up with that one.
If the vendors price was out of my range, I told them so. In today's economy, many vendors are willing to negotiate! I simply told them, "I would love to use your services, unfortunately your prices are out of my budget. Is there someone you might be able to recommend in a lesser price point?" This is where they will ask you about your budget %26amp; they will start working with you or refer you to someone else.
Example - my videographer shaved about $600 off of my price quote. He was running a special where if you booked you got an Ipod or PS3. I opted to not receive this "gift with purchase" and reduced the time I had him for. It was a win win for both of us.
Just be honest. You wouldn't want your vendor to lie to you, so start the relationship out that way.
Reply:For some vendors, when its not obvious, yes, this will work!
For example, my bakery. I got a small cake and cupcakes at half of what they wanted for a "wedding cake" and "wedding cupcakes"!! Now, clearly, it wasn't your traditional wedding cake, so it didn't really matter.
Also, you may be able to get centerpieces and some floral work done cheaper if its not identified as a "wedding centerpiece." But, its kind of hard to explain why you need a bouquet for a "family reunion."
Good luck!!
Reply:Do not tell your photographer or videographer this- as the poster above said, they will be unprepared and not able to deliver you the product that you'll expect.
I am not a fan of lying to vendors. How would you feel if they lied to you?
Reply:If you're having the party on a Friday or (especially) Saturday, you can forget about saving a lot of money. That is when the vendors get most of their work. You could save bunches of money by having the Wedding on any Sunday - Thursday, as long as it's not surrounding a holiday weekend when, again, they are naturally busy.
If you would like to see if there are cost savings, you could have a friend place a call on your behalf to a prospective vendor. Ask them how much a Saturday in (insert monty here) would cost for a party. Then, have someone else call the same vendor for a Wedding quote for a Saturday in the same month.
We tried this with our food vendor, and the prices were the same... which spoke volumes for them.
A BIG cost savings tip - consider favorite restaurants. Many have banquet rooms, or rooms that can be converted into banquet rooms. We got an amazing deal on a Sunday lunch Wedding at one of our favorite restaurants. Everyone loved the food, parking was abundant, and (best of all) we didn't have to ask friends/family to help clean up a venue when the party was over.
Good luck!
Reply:Although some tell you to do this, it doesn't really always work because vendors find out anyway. You're really better off being honest with them.
Regardless, you CAN negotiate with vendors--you just have to know how and to be patient and flexible. Certain things though, you CAN get away with--
*Cakes. If you are going for something less traditional, you can probably save money. Cupcakes are cheaper than wedding cakes and having your baker make a small tiered cake to cut and sheet cakes for serving (kept in the back) WILL save you money.
*Centerpieces are an easy way to save money. You don't necessarily have to tell the florist (if you are going the floral route) that it's for a wedding...you CAN tell them it's for a party. In addition, you can do non-floral CP's which can save you lots of money as well.
*DON'T try to use this "family party" tactic on a photographer or videographer--the packages are different and it's really not fair because it'll leave them unprepared.
DIY Reception Centerpieces - Can I do it?
After receiving such expensive quotes from florists I think I am going to attempt to do them on my own, but need an opinion. Our wedding is in the evening in October. Our colors are chocolate brown with sage green accents.
For the main centerpiece, 28 inch square glass vase filled with pears. Coming out of the top I will have branches and orange snapdragons (see pic for snapdragon).
http://s202.photobucket.com/albums/aa284...
http://s202.photobucket.com/albums/aa284...
I will also have two smaller arrangements on each table that will be small glass cubes filled with natural stones. They will have 3 roses (orange, champagne and red) and a bunch of berries (Hypercium).
What do you think? Does that work? Any suggestions?
THANKS!
DIY Reception Centerpieces - Can I do it?
i would not do so many arragements id do the smaller one on certin tables an tall ones on others but not all together unless you plan to have oblong tables i say leave it with the 28 inch vase with pears and branches with some crystals draped off of it and 4 or 5 snapdradon sprigged out of it keep it simple and if you want to bring it down to a nice glow then add candles around and dont do the rocks in them
Reply:That sounds great, just give yourself lots of time and recruit the bridesmaids or family to help you out!
Reply:Sounds good to me.
Reply:These ideas sound lovely! Good luck with them.
Reply:I think it sounds pretty. Don't get too much on each table. Less is better than too much. My daughter was married in October and we used small pumpkins and ivy.
Reply:Sounds like a beautiful idea you have. I am sure you can do it, just be careful not to put too much pressure on yourself. You don't mention how many tables you need to prepare or how much help you have. The best advice I have for you is to do as much as possible in advance.
The roses and hypercium are hardy as long as you keep them in a cool enviornment. And, obviously, the pears will be fine. While snap dragons are gorgeous, they are quite fragile and may not hold up long enough to be able to work with them in advance. As you probably know, they are also not in season in October, so you may be looking at a big expense there, if they are available at all, unless you are attempting to grow your own (which can be difficult to count on with success and timing of blooming.)
You may want to consider mums, mini-roses, orange sunflowers, or gerberas. They are all hardy and readily available in the fall.
I also suggest doing a trial run well in advance of your wedding. This will give you the opportunity to make sure that your vision plays out they way you hope and you can see how long it takes to put each centerpiece together so you know how much time to alot to complete each one.
Best wishes %26amp; Congratulations!
PS: You don't mention if you are able to have candles - some venues don't allow open flame. If this is the case, you can still add some light to your arrangments, take a peek at some floral lytes (some can even go in the water) - http://www.floralaccentlights.com/... or even battery operated candles http://www.100candles.com/battery_candle...
Both are available many places, I just included the links so you can see what I am talking about.
:)
Reply:I think that will look great and be fairly easy. I suggest using some Hanging Amaranthus in the tall arrangments to give a little more movement. It comes in a great green color .
The small arrangments sound great as well. Make sure you wash your stones very well so they dont contaiminate the water, it can kill your flowers pretty quickly.
Reply:My wedding day is in September. We want to make this 5 hours (ceremony + reception) as simple as possible. To us, the most important thing is to have good food and good entertainment. Everything else can be simplified.
My center piece will be 16" tall silk flower in a glass bowl filled with colored stones. We are doing it ourselves. And it can be done. To do fresh flowers yourselves will be difficult. Because you can not do it too early, and you need lots of rest before the big day. Consider silk flower if you like.
For the main centerpiece, 28 inch square glass vase filled with pears. Coming out of the top I will have branches and orange snapdragons (see pic for snapdragon).
http://s202.photobucket.com/albums/aa284...
http://s202.photobucket.com/albums/aa284...
I will also have two smaller arrangements on each table that will be small glass cubes filled with natural stones. They will have 3 roses (orange, champagne and red) and a bunch of berries (Hypercium).
What do you think? Does that work? Any suggestions?
THANKS!
DIY Reception Centerpieces - Can I do it?
i would not do so many arragements id do the smaller one on certin tables an tall ones on others but not all together unless you plan to have oblong tables i say leave it with the 28 inch vase with pears and branches with some crystals draped off of it and 4 or 5 snapdradon sprigged out of it keep it simple and if you want to bring it down to a nice glow then add candles around and dont do the rocks in them
Reply:That sounds great, just give yourself lots of time and recruit the bridesmaids or family to help you out!
Reply:Sounds good to me.
Reply:These ideas sound lovely! Good luck with them.
Reply:I think it sounds pretty. Don't get too much on each table. Less is better than too much. My daughter was married in October and we used small pumpkins and ivy.
Reply:Sounds like a beautiful idea you have. I am sure you can do it, just be careful not to put too much pressure on yourself. You don't mention how many tables you need to prepare or how much help you have. The best advice I have for you is to do as much as possible in advance.
The roses and hypercium are hardy as long as you keep them in a cool enviornment. And, obviously, the pears will be fine. While snap dragons are gorgeous, they are quite fragile and may not hold up long enough to be able to work with them in advance. As you probably know, they are also not in season in October, so you may be looking at a big expense there, if they are available at all, unless you are attempting to grow your own (which can be difficult to count on with success and timing of blooming.)
You may want to consider mums, mini-roses, orange sunflowers, or gerberas. They are all hardy and readily available in the fall.
I also suggest doing a trial run well in advance of your wedding. This will give you the opportunity to make sure that your vision plays out they way you hope and you can see how long it takes to put each centerpiece together so you know how much time to alot to complete each one.
Best wishes %26amp; Congratulations!
PS: You don't mention if you are able to have candles - some venues don't allow open flame. If this is the case, you can still add some light to your arrangments, take a peek at some floral lytes (some can even go in the water) - http://www.floralaccentlights.com/... or even battery operated candles http://www.100candles.com/battery_candle...
Both are available many places, I just included the links so you can see what I am talking about.
:)
Reply:I think that will look great and be fairly easy. I suggest using some Hanging Amaranthus in the tall arrangments to give a little more movement. It comes in a great green color .
The small arrangments sound great as well. Make sure you wash your stones very well so they dont contaiminate the water, it can kill your flowers pretty quickly.
Reply:My wedding day is in September. We want to make this 5 hours (ceremony + reception) as simple as possible. To us, the most important thing is to have good food and good entertainment. Everything else can be simplified.
My center piece will be 16" tall silk flower in a glass bowl filled with colored stones. We are doing it ourselves. And it can be done. To do fresh flowers yourselves will be difficult. Because you can not do it too early, and you need lots of rest before the big day. Consider silk flower if you like.
Would yo ube mad at your church if...?
Would you be mad if you got your church newsletter and it said your 7pm Wedding was to be held at 7am, and that there was another wedding the SAME day at 1:30 in the afternoon (about the time photographers, florists, and decorators should be showing up to ready the church for your wedding?)
Would yo ube mad at your church if...?
WHY ARE YOU ON THE COMPUTER!!! CALL THEM!
btw, that is pretty early for your wedding to set up for. 0_o i know things take time, but that is a big gap. it might not be AS bad as you think it is.
another BTW, why would they think a wedding would start at 7 am? 0_o that is way too early, TIME TO CALL!
Reply::) that is good, you do not need anymore stress. Glad it worked out. Report It
Reply:Glad it worked out for you, I hope everything else goes smoothly from here on. Report It
Reply:Well, it's not great that they made the typo, but hopefully that's not your wedding invitation, just an announcement!
As for there being another wedding, that's totally normal in most cases. That's something you could have kept in touch with the minister or church office about.
Good luck - and don't be mad at ANYONE, and surely not a building!
Reply:I would be very upset. Weddings and everything that they entail are stressful enough as it is without the church messing up something as important as the time AND doublebooking the church. If I were you, I would call them and politely ask them to fix their mistake and I would let them know what time everyone is coming to set up for YOUR wedding. If they do not respond to your polite requests, then you need to get rude. It is your wedding. However, I do have to ask, was your wedding booked first or was the 1:30 wedding booked before your's? That is where you may run into a problem. Regardless, this is not only a big issue for you, but for the other couple having their wedding there that day, and it needs to be resolved as soon as possible!
Reply:OMG, You better call them up and speak to them toot sweet, thats a major misprint and who knows what they are planning for you, call them NOW!
Reply:The newsletter is not relevant in any way shape or form to your wedding. It doesn't matter what time it says, your invitations are correct. Also, you had to know that churches book more than one wedding per day if you pick a popular day. There were 3 weddings in my church the day I got married, no big deal. Churches are for the entire congregation, they aren't banquet halls with exclusive contracts. There is no reason why anyone needs to be in the church 5 hours before the wedding. An hour or two is more the sufficient for setting up.
Reply:call about the misprint but there is nothing you can do about the other wedding!
so you'll have to get your decorators and so forth to show up an hour after like 2:30- 3 p.m.
Reply:No it was a typo and the other wedding will surely be gone in plenty of time for yours. Of course I've already had my wedding so hindsight yeah I would be. Just call the church and calmly ask whats up. Calm down everything will work out. And congrats on the wedding.
Reply:Oh wow, that is horrible! I would be so mad! Try and get your thoughts straight though and call them ASAP, the misprint cannot be helped now so ignore that, and maybe try and do the set up an hour later if not two, that should be enough time as i'm sure the other wedding won't be rescheduled
Reply:Well, that could be a problem, but before you get mad, call the person in charge of scheduling events at the church and calmly ask them to verify that times etc. for the day in question. It is certainly possible that there was some sort of error on the part of the creator of the newsletter rather than the actual church calendar.
I sure hope it was just a typo!! In that case it is a very small problem compared to those that could affect your day.
If in fact there is a wedding scheduled at 1:30 find out exactly what time period is blocked off. More than one wedding can be held in the same location on a given day, and frequently arrangements are made to have a wedding around midday and another in the evening.
These things should, of course, have been made clear to you when you made arrangements.
If, in the end, a serious mistake has been made in the booking of the church, then - one hopes that you have paperwork from when you arrangements were made ... then you should proceed to address with the church staff whose arrangement were made first. I would think that if yours were your arrangements should be favored in any corrective arrangements.
Ask what they will do to correct the problem, and try to be a willing to compromise a little bit to make things work. (I'm not saying you should bend over backwards - but the bigger a fit you throw the more stress you will have and you may find people dig in their heels and become more of a problem themselves.)
Best Wishes and Good luck!
Reply:Yes i would be
Reply:yaaa thats really stupid talk to the pastor about it its your day dont let it be ruined
Reply:YAH!! i mean it's ur "big day" and u want it to be a special as u can get it..
Reply:You better call them and straighten it out. Don't worry about the other wedding earlier in the day. There is still plenty of time to have the church set up for your wedding after the other one - besides they wouldn't be showing up 6 hours before your wedding anyway.
Reply:OH YES!!! You need to contact someone and get this figured out, otherwise it may end up as a disaster.
Reply:Don't waste time getting mad re. this typo, contact the church and get it corrected. Also, I assume all your clergy, vendors and guests know the correct time? I don't know how much of a problem this would cause w/o a correction, but get it corrected ASAP just in case.
Reply:Yes. They should have talked to you. Tell them that they need to change it back because you already have everything set and cannot change it.
Reply:Probably not. There are more important things in the world to waste my stress over. And it is probably an oversight......there are so many weddings happening in a weekend, it is common for a church to have a morning wedding and an afternoon wedding.....I know it is a pain but you cant stop them from holding another event on the day. A wedding doesnt take that long really, and once they are out, your decorators etc can move in. As long as they get in there by about 5, there shouldnt be any problem. Most wedding ceremonies last less than an hour and with photos etc, I am sure they would be well and truly out of there by 4.30. Decorators can do miricles in a short amount of time.....let them stress over it, you worry about yourself, and getting yourself there in time. I would make sure the church puts out an ammended newsletter tho, so you dont have any guests turning up at 7 am. Good luck anyway, and dont sweat the small stuff. I am sure it will all work itself out.
Would yo ube mad at your church if...?
WHY ARE YOU ON THE COMPUTER!!! CALL THEM!
btw, that is pretty early for your wedding to set up for. 0_o i know things take time, but that is a big gap. it might not be AS bad as you think it is.
another BTW, why would they think a wedding would start at 7 am? 0_o that is way too early, TIME TO CALL!
Reply::) that is good, you do not need anymore stress. Glad it worked out. Report It
Reply:Glad it worked out for you, I hope everything else goes smoothly from here on. Report It
Reply:Well, it's not great that they made the typo, but hopefully that's not your wedding invitation, just an announcement!
As for there being another wedding, that's totally normal in most cases. That's something you could have kept in touch with the minister or church office about.
Good luck - and don't be mad at ANYONE, and surely not a building!
Reply:I would be very upset. Weddings and everything that they entail are stressful enough as it is without the church messing up something as important as the time AND doublebooking the church. If I were you, I would call them and politely ask them to fix their mistake and I would let them know what time everyone is coming to set up for YOUR wedding. If they do not respond to your polite requests, then you need to get rude. It is your wedding. However, I do have to ask, was your wedding booked first or was the 1:30 wedding booked before your's? That is where you may run into a problem. Regardless, this is not only a big issue for you, but for the other couple having their wedding there that day, and it needs to be resolved as soon as possible!
Reply:OMG, You better call them up and speak to them toot sweet, thats a major misprint and who knows what they are planning for you, call them NOW!
Reply:The newsletter is not relevant in any way shape or form to your wedding. It doesn't matter what time it says, your invitations are correct. Also, you had to know that churches book more than one wedding per day if you pick a popular day. There were 3 weddings in my church the day I got married, no big deal. Churches are for the entire congregation, they aren't banquet halls with exclusive contracts. There is no reason why anyone needs to be in the church 5 hours before the wedding. An hour or two is more the sufficient for setting up.
Reply:call about the misprint but there is nothing you can do about the other wedding!
so you'll have to get your decorators and so forth to show up an hour after like 2:30- 3 p.m.
Reply:No it was a typo and the other wedding will surely be gone in plenty of time for yours. Of course I've already had my wedding so hindsight yeah I would be. Just call the church and calmly ask whats up. Calm down everything will work out. And congrats on the wedding.
Reply:Oh wow, that is horrible! I would be so mad! Try and get your thoughts straight though and call them ASAP, the misprint cannot be helped now so ignore that, and maybe try and do the set up an hour later if not two, that should be enough time as i'm sure the other wedding won't be rescheduled
Reply:Well, that could be a problem, but before you get mad, call the person in charge of scheduling events at the church and calmly ask them to verify that times etc. for the day in question. It is certainly possible that there was some sort of error on the part of the creator of the newsletter rather than the actual church calendar.
I sure hope it was just a typo!! In that case it is a very small problem compared to those that could affect your day.
If in fact there is a wedding scheduled at 1:30 find out exactly what time period is blocked off. More than one wedding can be held in the same location on a given day, and frequently arrangements are made to have a wedding around midday and another in the evening.
These things should, of course, have been made clear to you when you made arrangements.
If, in the end, a serious mistake has been made in the booking of the church, then - one hopes that you have paperwork from when you arrangements were made ... then you should proceed to address with the church staff whose arrangement were made first. I would think that if yours were your arrangements should be favored in any corrective arrangements.
Ask what they will do to correct the problem, and try to be a willing to compromise a little bit to make things work. (I'm not saying you should bend over backwards - but the bigger a fit you throw the more stress you will have and you may find people dig in their heels and become more of a problem themselves.)
Best Wishes and Good luck!
Reply:Yes i would be
Reply:yaaa thats really stupid talk to the pastor about it its your day dont let it be ruined
Reply:YAH!! i mean it's ur "big day" and u want it to be a special as u can get it..
Reply:You better call them and straighten it out. Don't worry about the other wedding earlier in the day. There is still plenty of time to have the church set up for your wedding after the other one - besides they wouldn't be showing up 6 hours before your wedding anyway.
Reply:OH YES!!! You need to contact someone and get this figured out, otherwise it may end up as a disaster.
Reply:Don't waste time getting mad re. this typo, contact the church and get it corrected. Also, I assume all your clergy, vendors and guests know the correct time? I don't know how much of a problem this would cause w/o a correction, but get it corrected ASAP just in case.
Reply:Yes. They should have talked to you. Tell them that they need to change it back because you already have everything set and cannot change it.
Reply:Probably not. There are more important things in the world to waste my stress over. And it is probably an oversight......there are so many weddings happening in a weekend, it is common for a church to have a morning wedding and an afternoon wedding.....I know it is a pain but you cant stop them from holding another event on the day. A wedding doesnt take that long really, and once they are out, your decorators etc can move in. As long as they get in there by about 5, there shouldnt be any problem. Most wedding ceremonies last less than an hour and with photos etc, I am sure they would be well and truly out of there by 4.30. Decorators can do miricles in a short amount of time.....let them stress over it, you worry about yourself, and getting yourself there in time. I would make sure the church puts out an ammended newsletter tho, so you dont have any guests turning up at 7 am. Good luck anyway, and dont sweat the small stuff. I am sure it will all work itself out.
Cheap Flowers?
I really really need help here I have $400 dollars to spend on flowers for my wedding (bride bouquet, and bridesmaids also decorations, etc, i don't need centerpieces) I"m using Gerbera Daisies very simple and not many. Please Florists in the Atlanta Metro area help!!!!!
Cheap Flowers?
You can do them yourself for not a lot of money if you buy them in bulk online. Try www.sommerflowers.com or www.fiftyflowers.com or flowerbud.com
Just search for bulk flowers.
Reply:You could make the flowers yourself, Its really not all that hard to do. order a bunfh of daisys to be delivered to the shop the day before, Take some ribbon and tie bows around the stems. Its simple, and cheap, and EASY. I just made all my flowers yesterday...... lol It cost me $40, and thats to do 3 bouquets, mine, 2 bridesmaids, 19 boutineers (Yes we have a very very large extended family with all our grandparents)
Think about different ways you can do it cheaper. You can buy fake flowers that look real and do it yourself. Have your bridesmaids help too. Make it a fun day.
Reply:hahah when i saw it i thought u were a guy about to buy a girl cheap flowers...
i was about to come though the screen and slap you... its all good now..
good luck and sorry i dont have an answer for ur question.
Reply:for real flowers-try Sam's or Costco
for fake-try Hobby Lobby
Reply:Hi,
I had the same prob for my wedding I was on a budget. So I went to look for a cheap florist....two days before the wedding he let me down. I ended up buying white and blue ballons, ribbon and wire. Tables alredy had white and blue (baby blue) as that was the theme for my wedding. A large heart shaped wire arch was made covered in ballons (4 blue, 4 white, 4 blue etc...) then ballons around the hall with ribbons. At first I thought it would look tacky but if its done right it can look beautiful and the best part it didnt cost much :) I did have centerpieces and these were blue floating candles (lit) in a shallow bowl and white candles (with the water dyed blue) I hope this helps or gives you an idea :)
Reply:Have you ever considered doing them yourself? It is really easy to do and since you say you are doing simple arrangements and not having a lot of flowers this would be inexpensive and things would be done the way you really want them! It's not hard to do, the only thing is time. You didn't say when your wedding was so that would be a factor so that you do not over stress yourself! Been there done that one! If you have time though this might be something you would want to consider.
Congratulations on your upcoming marriage! God Bless!
Reply:If you don't mind doing it your self (And it's not that difficult unless you have a very complicated design in mind) you can save bundles on doing it your self.
Also if you go for silk flowers it will most likely save you even more if you get them in the right place.
I bought all the flowers for our wedding (Silk flowers) on eBay, it saved us TONS of money!
Reply:have you checked out www.atlantabridal.com or www.theknot.com they have listings for metro atlanta area.
Reply:do you, or anyone in your family have a membership to costco or sam's club? you can buy flowers in bulk for a really good price that way... you might be able to pay a florist to arrange them for you, saving money on the cost of the flowers themselves.
also, do a little research to see if there are any florist warehouses in your area... there's one near me in michigan, and they offer classes on how to arrange flowers and even make your own bouquets for weddings! besides that, it's much cheaper to buy from a place like that where the florists themselves go to buy their supplies.
good luck!! :)
Reply:Go with silk flowers. Most look just as nice, you can keep them, they are very practical on price, and you can get more for less.
Reply:Gerber daisy are not always the cheapest flowers. They can be as expensive as roses depending on the time of year needed. Go into a florist, tell them your bugget. They should be able to help you out. If you want to do them yourself, see your local grocery store. They get bunches of flowers in you can make beautiful bouquets. Do not go with silk, they may last forever but silks can cost way more than fresh flowers. Just remember, you also have to pay for the labor of putting it together.
Reply:http://www.yaoflowers.com/ Buy Flowers: Anniversary Flowers If you're going to buy flowers online for your anniversary, YaoFlowers offers a wide variety of anniversary flowers and gifts. From deep red rose bouquets for expressing your love, to beautiful blends of mixed flowers to remind them that the spark is alive, our flowers are sure to convey your sentiments. Buying flowers for your loved one is the ultimate way to remind them of your enduring commitment. YaoFlowers has arranged an admiral collection of anniversary flower bouquets to help you decide which flowers to buy for your sweetheart. Our anniversary flowers are hand picked and delivered fresh from the fields, so when you buy flowers from YaoFlowers, you're sending the freshest flowers available. Our anniversary flowers are guaranteed to last for at least 7 days or your money back. Buy flowers for your loved one from YaoFlowers.http://www.yaoflowers.com/anniversary-fl...
Reply:Do you have a Sam's Wholesale in your area? They have great flowers/great prices. Get some of your friends together to tie ribbons on them.
Reply:I only spent about $100 for my bouquet, 4 bridesmaids bouquet, 4 groomsmen, 2 for the moms and dads (single flowers) and there were oriental lillies.
I went to my local florist shop @ the grocery store.
Reply:i would suggest buying fake flowers
we did that for my dads wedding they are cheaper
(go to a craft store) and last longer, thats something you can keep forever and yes you can keep real ones but you either have to freeze them or let them dry out
fake ones always stay pretty and you can put them almost anywhere as a decoration
Reply:I KNOW Iam going to catch heck for this answer, but here goes.
Check out your local cemetery. Yes, that is what I said. Many of the have a no flowers policy and remove all of the flowers weekly. I was looking for flowers for a Bible School project and someone told to try there. I ended up with thirty gardenias that looked brand new and reall as anything. I used them to do a wedding for a friend and it came out amazing. Maybe you can get most of your filler flowers through a cemetery and only have to buy a few to make your bouquets.
Just a thought.
Reply:Dandylions
sandals church
Cheap Flowers?
You can do them yourself for not a lot of money if you buy them in bulk online. Try www.sommerflowers.com or www.fiftyflowers.com or flowerbud.com
Just search for bulk flowers.
Reply:You could make the flowers yourself, Its really not all that hard to do. order a bunfh of daisys to be delivered to the shop the day before, Take some ribbon and tie bows around the stems. Its simple, and cheap, and EASY. I just made all my flowers yesterday...... lol It cost me $40, and thats to do 3 bouquets, mine, 2 bridesmaids, 19 boutineers (Yes we have a very very large extended family with all our grandparents)
Think about different ways you can do it cheaper. You can buy fake flowers that look real and do it yourself. Have your bridesmaids help too. Make it a fun day.
Reply:hahah when i saw it i thought u were a guy about to buy a girl cheap flowers...
i was about to come though the screen and slap you... its all good now..
good luck and sorry i dont have an answer for ur question.
Reply:for real flowers-try Sam's or Costco
for fake-try Hobby Lobby
Reply:Hi,
I had the same prob for my wedding I was on a budget. So I went to look for a cheap florist....two days before the wedding he let me down. I ended up buying white and blue ballons, ribbon and wire. Tables alredy had white and blue (baby blue) as that was the theme for my wedding. A large heart shaped wire arch was made covered in ballons (4 blue, 4 white, 4 blue etc...) then ballons around the hall with ribbons. At first I thought it would look tacky but if its done right it can look beautiful and the best part it didnt cost much :) I did have centerpieces and these were blue floating candles (lit) in a shallow bowl and white candles (with the water dyed blue) I hope this helps or gives you an idea :)
Reply:Have you ever considered doing them yourself? It is really easy to do and since you say you are doing simple arrangements and not having a lot of flowers this would be inexpensive and things would be done the way you really want them! It's not hard to do, the only thing is time. You didn't say when your wedding was so that would be a factor so that you do not over stress yourself! Been there done that one! If you have time though this might be something you would want to consider.
Congratulations on your upcoming marriage! God Bless!
Reply:If you don't mind doing it your self (And it's not that difficult unless you have a very complicated design in mind) you can save bundles on doing it your self.
Also if you go for silk flowers it will most likely save you even more if you get them in the right place.
I bought all the flowers for our wedding (Silk flowers) on eBay, it saved us TONS of money!
Reply:have you checked out www.atlantabridal.com or www.theknot.com they have listings for metro atlanta area.
Reply:do you, or anyone in your family have a membership to costco or sam's club? you can buy flowers in bulk for a really good price that way... you might be able to pay a florist to arrange them for you, saving money on the cost of the flowers themselves.
also, do a little research to see if there are any florist warehouses in your area... there's one near me in michigan, and they offer classes on how to arrange flowers and even make your own bouquets for weddings! besides that, it's much cheaper to buy from a place like that where the florists themselves go to buy their supplies.
good luck!! :)
Reply:Go with silk flowers. Most look just as nice, you can keep them, they are very practical on price, and you can get more for less.
Reply:Gerber daisy are not always the cheapest flowers. They can be as expensive as roses depending on the time of year needed. Go into a florist, tell them your bugget. They should be able to help you out. If you want to do them yourself, see your local grocery store. They get bunches of flowers in you can make beautiful bouquets. Do not go with silk, they may last forever but silks can cost way more than fresh flowers. Just remember, you also have to pay for the labor of putting it together.
Reply:http://www.yaoflowers.com/ Buy Flowers: Anniversary Flowers If you're going to buy flowers online for your anniversary, YaoFlowers offers a wide variety of anniversary flowers and gifts. From deep red rose bouquets for expressing your love, to beautiful blends of mixed flowers to remind them that the spark is alive, our flowers are sure to convey your sentiments. Buying flowers for your loved one is the ultimate way to remind them of your enduring commitment. YaoFlowers has arranged an admiral collection of anniversary flower bouquets to help you decide which flowers to buy for your sweetheart. Our anniversary flowers are hand picked and delivered fresh from the fields, so when you buy flowers from YaoFlowers, you're sending the freshest flowers available. Our anniversary flowers are guaranteed to last for at least 7 days or your money back. Buy flowers for your loved one from YaoFlowers.http://www.yaoflowers.com/anniversary-fl...
Reply:Do you have a Sam's Wholesale in your area? They have great flowers/great prices. Get some of your friends together to tie ribbons on them.
Reply:I only spent about $100 for my bouquet, 4 bridesmaids bouquet, 4 groomsmen, 2 for the moms and dads (single flowers) and there were oriental lillies.
I went to my local florist shop @ the grocery store.
Reply:i would suggest buying fake flowers
we did that for my dads wedding they are cheaper
(go to a craft store) and last longer, thats something you can keep forever and yes you can keep real ones but you either have to freeze them or let them dry out
fake ones always stay pretty and you can put them almost anywhere as a decoration
Reply:I KNOW Iam going to catch heck for this answer, but here goes.
Check out your local cemetery. Yes, that is what I said. Many of the have a no flowers policy and remove all of the flowers weekly. I was looking for flowers for a Bible School project and someone told to try there. I ended up with thirty gardenias that looked brand new and reall as anything. I used them to do a wedding for a friend and it came out amazing. Maybe you can get most of your filler flowers through a cemetery and only have to buy a few to make your bouquets.
Just a thought.
Reply:Dandylions
sandals church
What was your flower budget? What did it come with?
I am trying to come up with a realistic budget to give my florist when I find one... I want to be VERY stern and stick to ONE number not going over, since we have already found ourselves overbudget.....
I have 4 bridesmaids, 4 groomsmen, I dont need tall centerpieces but I have candleabras that can use a fresh flower wreath on the tables to tie our wedding colors in. 10 round tables of 10.
What was your flower budget? What did it come with?
This is going to vary so much depending on where people are and what kinds of flowers they used. The only way you're going to be able to know how much flowers will cost you is to visit some florists in your area. Talk to them about how many flowers you need for centerpieces, bouquets, boutonnieres, corsages, other decoration (church, flower petals, etc.) and what kinds are availalbe for what prices at the time of year you're having your wedding. Get several estimates before deciding.
In Chicago, I paid $281 for flowers: my bouquet (lilies and roses), my MOH's bouquet (also lilies and roses, but smaller), seven rose boutonnieres and six orchid corsages, for a late-spring wedding. Our centerpieces are fruit, and I don't need flowers or petals for additional decoration.
Reply:My florist has really worked with me. I wanted very simple arrangements for the centerpieces, just gerbera daisies, but when I went in for a quote she showed me how plain it would look if I did just the daisies. She put an arrangement together for me that I thought I wouldn't like but ended up loving it. My total flower cost was 850.00. That included
13centerpieces
my bouquet
2 bridesmaid
1 flower girl basket
grooms boutonniere
5 groomsmen boutonniere
sign in table arrangement
sweetheart table arrangement
2 mothers corsage
grandmothers corsage
5 aunts corsage
set-up and delivery
If you are on a budget, like I was, make sure you let the florist know. A lot of times they will work with what you have to spend. I got quotes from 4 florists before I chose this one.
Good luck to you
Reply:We had the same number of attendants as you are.
Firstly, the budget really depends upon the types of flowers you are going to use - that can make it vary widely.
Our flowers were just under 800. My bouquet was a handtied European bouquet, quite large, with a mixture of roses, mums, lilies, orchids, alstromeria, carnations, etc. in different colors. Wedding colors were pink, lilac, yellow, and light teal. The bridesmaids had smaller versions. Guys wore bouts of mini carns. There were only a few additional bouts and corsages. Cost also included two large centerpieces, which we used for the church, and later on the head table at the reception.
Reply:You don't have to have a florist, you could do the flowers yourself for a lot less. BUT since you want one it seems, I would go without the wreath at the bottom of the candelabra. I can imagine that getting really expensive really fast. I have 4 BMs and GMs too, with 3 MOB, MOG, and SMOB. My BMs bouquets are going to be small, with daisies. I wasn't even going to give them bouquets, but someone suggested we could take them from them after the ceremony and incorporate those flowers into the centerpieces because really, who wants to carry around a bouquet all night? not me.. But I am the bride. I don't know what our flowers are costing us, because his parents are paying for it. But our whole wedding is only costing about 4000. Hope yours works out.
Reply:your flower budget will depend on what you want. what is important to you. it can be very pricey. youwill ahve to talk tot he florist because depending on the type of flowers you want, will depend on the cost. my flowers are costing me about $1000. but i have a large party. 8 girls %26amp; 8 guys. plus parents %26amp; grandmother corsages. i also decided to do 2 big flower sprays for the church. bows for the pews. i have chosen roses for my wedding flowers. but my bouquet will be made of 3 dozen roses %26amp; my girls made up of 18 roses. so it also depends on how many flowers you actually want.
Reply:It WAS $288, but will be much less now that I am making myself a crystal bouquet. I am simply getting flowers from an online florist, and making my own bouquets. The Knot website has videos and step-by-step tips on how to make your own bouquets. That amount included seven attendants, wedding/toss bouquet, four long-stem flowers, arrangements, and 20 centerpieces.
Reply:I paid 85 dollars for mine...a bundle of star lillies and mini cat-tails in autumn colors,...corsages for my three daughters and my Mother, boutineers for the groom, best man %26amp; my son....they were beautiful, fresh and vibrant in color..and I got them from the floral dept of a local grocery store! For price I would check out grocery stores with floral depts for a price quote along with local florists...also consider silk arrangements...many craft stores will custom make arrangements and I have nothing against a beautifully done silk arrangement..even in the bridal bouquets...almost wish I had gone that route as a second time bride I had a lovely town hall ceremony and a home buffet reception-no garter or bouquet toss, and I would have loved the keepsake.....good luck.
Reply:From memory, I might be off a bit, but...
1 brides bouq. (calla lillies)
2 bridesmaids bouq. (calla)
6 bout. (calla)
10 centrepieces (low glass bowls with floating flowers and candles)
Spray of flowers at arch (it was an outdoor ceremony, there was a wrought iron arch already there)
Rose petals sprinkled on the aisle
I think thats the whole list. Came to 2,000. In CA.
Reply:We are spending about $1000 for the following:
6 bouquets, including one throwaway bouquet
9 boutenierres
4 corsages
1 flower girl kissing ball
10-12 centerpieces at $40-45 a piece depending on diameter.
Reply:We only spent $85., but the only flowers we got were a bouquet for me and a boutenniere for my groom. We were married on the beach in St Thomas, so Mother Nature provided all the beauty we could want.
Reply:What is your budget? Your flowers should be 7-10 percent of that.
Reply:maybe you should try garden ridge their flowers are very cheap and beatiful.
I have 4 bridesmaids, 4 groomsmen, I dont need tall centerpieces but I have candleabras that can use a fresh flower wreath on the tables to tie our wedding colors in. 10 round tables of 10.
What was your flower budget? What did it come with?
This is going to vary so much depending on where people are and what kinds of flowers they used. The only way you're going to be able to know how much flowers will cost you is to visit some florists in your area. Talk to them about how many flowers you need for centerpieces, bouquets, boutonnieres, corsages, other decoration (church, flower petals, etc.) and what kinds are availalbe for what prices at the time of year you're having your wedding. Get several estimates before deciding.
In Chicago, I paid $281 for flowers: my bouquet (lilies and roses), my MOH's bouquet (also lilies and roses, but smaller), seven rose boutonnieres and six orchid corsages, for a late-spring wedding. Our centerpieces are fruit, and I don't need flowers or petals for additional decoration.
Reply:My florist has really worked with me. I wanted very simple arrangements for the centerpieces, just gerbera daisies, but when I went in for a quote she showed me how plain it would look if I did just the daisies. She put an arrangement together for me that I thought I wouldn't like but ended up loving it. My total flower cost was 850.00. That included
13centerpieces
my bouquet
2 bridesmaid
1 flower girl basket
grooms boutonniere
5 groomsmen boutonniere
sign in table arrangement
sweetheart table arrangement
2 mothers corsage
grandmothers corsage
5 aunts corsage
set-up and delivery
If you are on a budget, like I was, make sure you let the florist know. A lot of times they will work with what you have to spend. I got quotes from 4 florists before I chose this one.
Good luck to you
Reply:We had the same number of attendants as you are.
Firstly, the budget really depends upon the types of flowers you are going to use - that can make it vary widely.
Our flowers were just under 800. My bouquet was a handtied European bouquet, quite large, with a mixture of roses, mums, lilies, orchids, alstromeria, carnations, etc. in different colors. Wedding colors were pink, lilac, yellow, and light teal. The bridesmaids had smaller versions. Guys wore bouts of mini carns. There were only a few additional bouts and corsages. Cost also included two large centerpieces, which we used for the church, and later on the head table at the reception.
Reply:You don't have to have a florist, you could do the flowers yourself for a lot less. BUT since you want one it seems, I would go without the wreath at the bottom of the candelabra. I can imagine that getting really expensive really fast. I have 4 BMs and GMs too, with 3 MOB, MOG, and SMOB. My BMs bouquets are going to be small, with daisies. I wasn't even going to give them bouquets, but someone suggested we could take them from them after the ceremony and incorporate those flowers into the centerpieces because really, who wants to carry around a bouquet all night? not me.. But I am the bride. I don't know what our flowers are costing us, because his parents are paying for it. But our whole wedding is only costing about 4000. Hope yours works out.
Reply:your flower budget will depend on what you want. what is important to you. it can be very pricey. youwill ahve to talk tot he florist because depending on the type of flowers you want, will depend on the cost. my flowers are costing me about $1000. but i have a large party. 8 girls %26amp; 8 guys. plus parents %26amp; grandmother corsages. i also decided to do 2 big flower sprays for the church. bows for the pews. i have chosen roses for my wedding flowers. but my bouquet will be made of 3 dozen roses %26amp; my girls made up of 18 roses. so it also depends on how many flowers you actually want.
Reply:It WAS $288, but will be much less now that I am making myself a crystal bouquet. I am simply getting flowers from an online florist, and making my own bouquets. The Knot website has videos and step-by-step tips on how to make your own bouquets. That amount included seven attendants, wedding/toss bouquet, four long-stem flowers, arrangements, and 20 centerpieces.
Reply:I paid 85 dollars for mine...a bundle of star lillies and mini cat-tails in autumn colors,...corsages for my three daughters and my Mother, boutineers for the groom, best man %26amp; my son....they were beautiful, fresh and vibrant in color..and I got them from the floral dept of a local grocery store! For price I would check out grocery stores with floral depts for a price quote along with local florists...also consider silk arrangements...many craft stores will custom make arrangements and I have nothing against a beautifully done silk arrangement..even in the bridal bouquets...almost wish I had gone that route as a second time bride I had a lovely town hall ceremony and a home buffet reception-no garter or bouquet toss, and I would have loved the keepsake.....good luck.
Reply:From memory, I might be off a bit, but...
1 brides bouq. (calla lillies)
2 bridesmaids bouq. (calla)
6 bout. (calla)
10 centrepieces (low glass bowls with floating flowers and candles)
Spray of flowers at arch (it was an outdoor ceremony, there was a wrought iron arch already there)
Rose petals sprinkled on the aisle
I think thats the whole list. Came to 2,000. In CA.
Reply:We are spending about $1000 for the following:
6 bouquets, including one throwaway bouquet
9 boutenierres
4 corsages
1 flower girl kissing ball
10-12 centerpieces at $40-45 a piece depending on diameter.
Reply:We only spent $85., but the only flowers we got were a bouquet for me and a boutenniere for my groom. We were married on the beach in St Thomas, so Mother Nature provided all the beauty we could want.
Reply:What is your budget? Your flowers should be 7-10 percent of that.
Reply:maybe you should try garden ridge their flowers are very cheap and beatiful.
Making own orchid bouquet?
I have found a company that can deliver a box of orchid stems to my door the day before my wedding and I want to put them together myself for my bouquet. I'm worried it will look funny. I just want simple stems tied together with say a ribbon. Assuming I need to use florist wire for each stem and pins to hold it together. Will it look strange (will the just stand too upright?). Want it to look like this but in a bouquet not vase http://www.ftd.com/yahoostore1/catalog/p...
Does anyone have some advice? I want it to look fantastic not home made.
Many thanks!
Making own orchid bouquet?
The way you do a wrapped bouquet like you are talking about is to take the stems and arrange them in a circle one next to the other. Be careful of the blossoms not to get them too tight or bruised. Then once you have the stems together take some floral tape and wrap the stems with them so as to hold them together. Take a piece of wide ribbon, and begin at the top under the blossoms and start wrapping it around the floral tape making sure the ribbon overlaps about half way. Once you get a couple of inches down, take some straight pins either white, clear or silver heads (white sort of look like pearls) and firmly pin the ribbon to the floral tape and stems of the bouquet. Then continue wrapping the ribbon down the bouquet keeping the ribbon uniformly spaced and tight. When you get to the bottom, cut off enough of the ribbon so that you have enough to fold over and then you put a couple of pins there. Then if you want, you can take the pins and put them in straight line down the length of the wrapped stems. You want to leave the bottom open so that you can put it in a vase with a little water in the bottom for the orchids to drink so they don't start to wilt before the wedding. Just make sure to keep water in the vase but keep it low enough that it doesn't hit the ribbon. Just enough to keep the end of the stems submerged. You can even wait to do the final two inches of wrapping till the day of the wedding so that they can sit in water over night and you don't have to worry about the ribbon.
HTH! Good luck and congratulations!!!
Reply:Exellent choice of flowers! I think you should put them in a very very short vase and tie the ribbon in the place where the stems form and X. You could put some cotton in the centre of the stems so the will hold the position. Do not press the bouquet tightly or you may ruin the form.
good luck!
Reply:I really reccomend you DON'T do this. Orchids are very delicate flowers and it takes an experienced hand to shape them without damaging them. Instead post an ad on Craigslist or talk with florists to see how much they would charge you to do the arranging.....or switch to a more sturdy flower that can stand up to amature arrangements.
If you still insist on DIY, Go to the craft store and pick up fake flowers in the same general shape as the type of orchid you ordered. Practice several times getting the look you want because you only get one shot on wedding day.
Reply:If you want it to look professional, I suggest you ask a local florist for advice, and they might even show you how. They'd probably charge you for the privelege, but you'll get the result you want.
Reply:At a party shop or craft shop, you can get the "collar" that will make your arrangement uniform and give you a place to tie your bow. You can buy one and practice with artificial flowers and have the ribbon ready prior to the arrival of the orchids. Did you order baby orchids or large ones. That will be a consideration also. Those in your picture appear to be baby orchids.
http://www.afloral.com/Floral-Supplies/B...
I also noticed the hand tied wrap at this site. It would work great.
Does anyone have some advice? I want it to look fantastic not home made.
Many thanks!
Making own orchid bouquet?
The way you do a wrapped bouquet like you are talking about is to take the stems and arrange them in a circle one next to the other. Be careful of the blossoms not to get them too tight or bruised. Then once you have the stems together take some floral tape and wrap the stems with them so as to hold them together. Take a piece of wide ribbon, and begin at the top under the blossoms and start wrapping it around the floral tape making sure the ribbon overlaps about half way. Once you get a couple of inches down, take some straight pins either white, clear or silver heads (white sort of look like pearls) and firmly pin the ribbon to the floral tape and stems of the bouquet. Then continue wrapping the ribbon down the bouquet keeping the ribbon uniformly spaced and tight. When you get to the bottom, cut off enough of the ribbon so that you have enough to fold over and then you put a couple of pins there. Then if you want, you can take the pins and put them in straight line down the length of the wrapped stems. You want to leave the bottom open so that you can put it in a vase with a little water in the bottom for the orchids to drink so they don't start to wilt before the wedding. Just make sure to keep water in the vase but keep it low enough that it doesn't hit the ribbon. Just enough to keep the end of the stems submerged. You can even wait to do the final two inches of wrapping till the day of the wedding so that they can sit in water over night and you don't have to worry about the ribbon.
HTH! Good luck and congratulations!!!
Reply:Exellent choice of flowers! I think you should put them in a very very short vase and tie the ribbon in the place where the stems form and X. You could put some cotton in the centre of the stems so the will hold the position. Do not press the bouquet tightly or you may ruin the form.
good luck!
Reply:I really reccomend you DON'T do this. Orchids are very delicate flowers and it takes an experienced hand to shape them without damaging them. Instead post an ad on Craigslist or talk with florists to see how much they would charge you to do the arranging.....or switch to a more sturdy flower that can stand up to amature arrangements.
If you still insist on DIY, Go to the craft store and pick up fake flowers in the same general shape as the type of orchid you ordered. Practice several times getting the look you want because you only get one shot on wedding day.
Reply:If you want it to look professional, I suggest you ask a local florist for advice, and they might even show you how. They'd probably charge you for the privelege, but you'll get the result you want.
Reply:At a party shop or craft shop, you can get the "collar" that will make your arrangement uniform and give you a place to tie your bow. You can buy one and practice with artificial flowers and have the ribbon ready prior to the arrival of the orchids. Did you order baby orchids or large ones. That will be a consideration also. Those in your picture appear to be baby orchids.
http://www.afloral.com/Floral-Supplies/B...
I also noticed the hand tied wrap at this site. It would work great.
Wedding Planners?
My advertising group and I are doing our term project for a wedding photographer. We think that some of the advertising will probably be aimed at wedding planners. So how do wedding planners work. Do they already have all the services or do they have contact with a bunch of caterers, photographers, florists etc. and show them to their clients? If the second option is the more right, how do they know about all these businesses? and how do these businesses usually advertise to wedding planners?
Wedding Planners?
If you want to know more about Wedding Planners career, you should enroll for the Wedding Coordination %26amp; Design Certificate Program held by The International School of Hospitality in Las Vegas, NV.
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Wedding Planners?
If you want to know more about Wedding Planners career, you should enroll for the Wedding Coordination %26amp; Design Certificate Program held by The International School of Hospitality in Las Vegas, NV.
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Flowers for my hair - should I use real or artificial - I'm confused?
I'm wearing my hair half up, half down and I want orchids (my wedding flower) in my hair. I'll probably have them on the side by my ear. Here's a photo of how it will look but my orchids will be fuchsia.
http://s20.photobucket.com/albums/b207/b...
Here's the thing:
My florist included fresh orchids for my hair in my flower package and he said that if the hairstylist needs them wired or whatever to just let him know. But I'm going to have so much going on that day, that I really don't want to have to think about picking up the fresh orchids.
I've made hair clips before with artificial flowers. Should I just do that instead? Would you think it's weird if all of the flowers at the reception are real and the only thing fake is in my hair?
UGH! And then matching it properly to the real ones. I don't know what to do.
Flowers for my hair - should I use real or artificial - I'm confused?
Definitely do artificial flowers. You wont have to worry about matching perfecting, because no one is going to hold your bouquet up to your hair and say, "hey, that looks a shade off!!
You wont have to worry about picking up fresh flowers that morning, or worry about the flowers wilting. Artifical flowers will look wonderful the whole day.
Beautiful style by the way!! I might steal it for my wedding, since I'm looking at hair styles.
Reply:I think you should go with the real flowers- silk dont look as nice, assign a bridesmaid or family member to be in charge of getting the flowers to you on time!
congrads
Reply:I would wear artificial because in your hair the real ones could wilt and not look so stunning later in the day. If they don't match 100%, but are close, I wouldn't worry, the rest of your flowers and your hair shouldn't come next to each other at all.
Reply:ok, fresh flowers that are wired will wilt in no time and won't look good all day! go with the silks, it doesn't matter if they don't match the real ones because you aren't going to be standing holding your bouquet up to your head, lol, or with your head beside floral arrangements period!
the silks are gorgeous, they will be gorgeous all day and it will be one less thing for you to worry about sweetie. ignore the florist on this one, just pop into michael's crafts or another shop and pick up a branch of orchids. your hair dresser can make it work for you and no one will be able to tell the difference between silk and fresh - especially in your hair.
p.s. the silk has the added bonus of not giving off a scent that will be in your face - so to speak! less chance of a headache!
have a great wedding and a happy marriage!
Reply:Whatever is easier for you! I think that no matter what it is an absolutely gorgeous hair style and will look just as beautiful if the flowers are real or not!
Reply:Delegate dear! You are the bride. Do you have Bride maids? If not a friend that can help out? If so have one of them swing by and pick up your perfectly matched/real orchids for your beautiful hairstyle. Don't forever look at your wedding photos and say, "ugh those fake orchids did not match...I wish I would have gotten the real ones".
Cogratulations on your wedding.
Reply:personal opinion, its ok to wear artificial if it's only one like the pic.
imagine having a natural flower... in your hair.!!
by the time of reception.. it may not hold up as good as artificial.
i would wear one
Reply:The florist is going to be on location that day anyways to drop off your bouquet so why cant he drop off the flowers then?
Reply:I would do the silk flowers. Like you said, you are going to have a lot going on that day, and by the end of the day the real flowers will start to wilt. If you have the silk, the will look fresh all day.
Reply:I would use the artificial flowers, they Do Not have to match perfectly, in fact I believe it would be better if it did not. The one thing I have found when doing wedding hair is, Not too big with the flowers in hair. Keep it on the smaller side and just blend it with the rest of the flowers. Hope I helped!
Reply:i would use silk flowers. real flowers pose all sorts of problems (from the pollen falling into your hair and making it look like you have dandruff, to them wilting because they're next to the heat of your head)......
either will look great, and i LOVE your hairstyle.
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http://s20.photobucket.com/albums/b207/b...
Here's the thing:
My florist included fresh orchids for my hair in my flower package and he said that if the hairstylist needs them wired or whatever to just let him know. But I'm going to have so much going on that day, that I really don't want to have to think about picking up the fresh orchids.
I've made hair clips before with artificial flowers. Should I just do that instead? Would you think it's weird if all of the flowers at the reception are real and the only thing fake is in my hair?
UGH! And then matching it properly to the real ones. I don't know what to do.
Flowers for my hair - should I use real or artificial - I'm confused?
Definitely do artificial flowers. You wont have to worry about matching perfecting, because no one is going to hold your bouquet up to your hair and say, "hey, that looks a shade off!!
You wont have to worry about picking up fresh flowers that morning, or worry about the flowers wilting. Artifical flowers will look wonderful the whole day.
Beautiful style by the way!! I might steal it for my wedding, since I'm looking at hair styles.
Reply:I think you should go with the real flowers- silk dont look as nice, assign a bridesmaid or family member to be in charge of getting the flowers to you on time!
congrads
Reply:I would wear artificial because in your hair the real ones could wilt and not look so stunning later in the day. If they don't match 100%, but are close, I wouldn't worry, the rest of your flowers and your hair shouldn't come next to each other at all.
Reply:ok, fresh flowers that are wired will wilt in no time and won't look good all day! go with the silks, it doesn't matter if they don't match the real ones because you aren't going to be standing holding your bouquet up to your head, lol, or with your head beside floral arrangements period!
the silks are gorgeous, they will be gorgeous all day and it will be one less thing for you to worry about sweetie. ignore the florist on this one, just pop into michael's crafts or another shop and pick up a branch of orchids. your hair dresser can make it work for you and no one will be able to tell the difference between silk and fresh - especially in your hair.
p.s. the silk has the added bonus of not giving off a scent that will be in your face - so to speak! less chance of a headache!
have a great wedding and a happy marriage!
Reply:Whatever is easier for you! I think that no matter what it is an absolutely gorgeous hair style and will look just as beautiful if the flowers are real or not!
Reply:Delegate dear! You are the bride. Do you have Bride maids? If not a friend that can help out? If so have one of them swing by and pick up your perfectly matched/real orchids for your beautiful hairstyle. Don't forever look at your wedding photos and say, "ugh those fake orchids did not match...I wish I would have gotten the real ones".
Cogratulations on your wedding.
Reply:personal opinion, its ok to wear artificial if it's only one like the pic.
imagine having a natural flower... in your hair.!!
by the time of reception.. it may not hold up as good as artificial.
i would wear one
Reply:The florist is going to be on location that day anyways to drop off your bouquet so why cant he drop off the flowers then?
Reply:I would do the silk flowers. Like you said, you are going to have a lot going on that day, and by the end of the day the real flowers will start to wilt. If you have the silk, the will look fresh all day.
Reply:I would use the artificial flowers, they Do Not have to match perfectly, in fact I believe it would be better if it did not. The one thing I have found when doing wedding hair is, Not too big with the flowers in hair. Keep it on the smaller side and just blend it with the rest of the flowers. Hope I helped!
Reply:i would use silk flowers. real flowers pose all sorts of problems (from the pollen falling into your hair and making it look like you have dandruff, to them wilting because they're next to the heat of your head)......
either will look great, and i LOVE your hairstyle.
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I want to open an all in one Bridal Shop, How can I get started?
I would like to open an all in one bridal shop with bridal gowns, prom gowns, tuxedos, bridal accessories, flower arrangements, invitations, entertainment contacts, wedding cakes. I want to have a one stop easy shopping for the bride to be in one place that they can depend on with everything and anything that the bride will need for her special day. I am considering on having an on site bakery, on site florist, and an on site taylor/seamstress. I know there is no other like it anywhere in close proximity to my area. So if anyone can direct me to the right direction I will greatly appreciate it.
I want to open an all in one Bridal Shop, How can I get started?
There is one near where I live. Here is their site. They do more consignment dresses but that would be an easy switch to new and including the prom dresses as well. DON"T forget mother of the bride dresses - so hard to find nice, non-frumpy grandmother dresses!! Good luck!
Reply:I have to agree with one of the other. You need to start small. The gown shop and tux rental would be good start. This is not uncommon to see them together.
The other companies could be hooked up to your company. These company share the same building. That way you would not have to worry about if you company goes under the rest will not be hurt.
Reply:First thing, you are going to need a Business Plan and financing from a Bank. You need to do your homework, figure out how much you are likely to get in a business loan and start putting paperwork together showing that you've researched.
I would not recommend an onsite bakery UNLESS you are an experienced baker. Having that would open up a whole other area of workplace and food safety regulations that you would have to meet.
To be honest, it would be best to start small. You are more likely to get financial backing (which you will definitely need) if you have a more modest goal at start. It's fine to plan for the future, but starting too big is one of the big reasons new businesses fail. Learn one area (i.e., dress shop) and build an excellent business reputation in that before you try to diversify.
If you don't have a business background or experience operating a company, I suggest you take some business classes. Owning and operating a business involves a lot more than you might think - hiring/firing/training staff, site mantenance, accouting rules and regulations, workplace safety, inventory management - just to name some of the basics.
Good luck! Opening a business is hard work and you have to be dedicated. You won't see a profit immediately, especially for the grand plans you have outlined. It's going to take a lot of dedication (and an outside source of income) to make your dream a reality.
I want to open an all in one Bridal Shop, How can I get started?
There is one near where I live. Here is their site. They do more consignment dresses but that would be an easy switch to new and including the prom dresses as well. DON"T forget mother of the bride dresses - so hard to find nice, non-frumpy grandmother dresses!! Good luck!
Reply:I have to agree with one of the other. You need to start small. The gown shop and tux rental would be good start. This is not uncommon to see them together.
The other companies could be hooked up to your company. These company share the same building. That way you would not have to worry about if you company goes under the rest will not be hurt.
Reply:First thing, you are going to need a Business Plan and financing from a Bank. You need to do your homework, figure out how much you are likely to get in a business loan and start putting paperwork together showing that you've researched.
I would not recommend an onsite bakery UNLESS you are an experienced baker. Having that would open up a whole other area of workplace and food safety regulations that you would have to meet.
To be honest, it would be best to start small. You are more likely to get financial backing (which you will definitely need) if you have a more modest goal at start. It's fine to plan for the future, but starting too big is one of the big reasons new businesses fail. Learn one area (i.e., dress shop) and build an excellent business reputation in that before you try to diversify.
If you don't have a business background or experience operating a company, I suggest you take some business classes. Owning and operating a business involves a lot more than you might think - hiring/firing/training staff, site mantenance, accouting rules and regulations, workplace safety, inventory management - just to name some of the basics.
Good luck! Opening a business is hard work and you have to be dedicated. You won't see a profit immediately, especially for the grand plans you have outlined. It's going to take a lot of dedication (and an outside source of income) to make your dream a reality.
Orchid help (what type are these)?
I would love a bouquet for my wedding that is similar to this http://www.ftd.com/yahoostore1/catalog/p...
What type of orchids are these?
I think they are maybe all mokara in yellow, orange, pink and purple. Are they all mokara?
What other orchids would be about a similar size (so not too huge for a bouquet!) that I could ask my florist for, if mokara aren't available?
Many thanks
Orchid help (what type are these)?
Yep, they are Mokara orchids. Vanda might be of the same size
Reply:Vanda, phalaenopsis (but only in purples, yellow and white),
dendrobiums, some of the smaller flowered cattleyas in every colour range. Odontoglossums come in similar size and resemble flamboyant pansies
What type of orchids are these?
I think they are maybe all mokara in yellow, orange, pink and purple. Are they all mokara?
What other orchids would be about a similar size (so not too huge for a bouquet!) that I could ask my florist for, if mokara aren't available?
Many thanks
Orchid help (what type are these)?
Yep, they are Mokara orchids. Vanda might be of the same size
Reply:Vanda, phalaenopsis (but only in purples, yellow and white),
dendrobiums, some of the smaller flowered cattleyas in every colour range. Odontoglossums come in similar size and resemble flamboyant pansies
Any idea where to start looking for an arch?
My wedding is going to be in a backyard now so I need to pull everything together. I've only seen one arch at a craft shop for about $20 but it was really cheap %26amp; flimsy. Where else do you go for that? Has anyone seen them at Home Depot, etc.? I couldn't find any on the website. I'm still keeping my florist who will be decorating the arch with a large center spray on top %26amp; some tool for the sides so it doesn't have to be incredible or anything. It's not really going to show. But, I also don't want it falling apart. Any ideas?
Any idea where to start looking for an arch?
check for party rental companies in your area. Everywhere has them and you can rent a wedding arch from them if you don't like the one from the store.
Honestly though, I know it looks flimsy in the store but it also isn't anchored properly. It wont' fall down or anything so unless you're getting marred in a hurricane you should be fine.
Reply:Yes, Home Depot has them (look in the garden section); also, E-bay might be the place to look.
Reply:I saw some thru oriental trading.
Reply:http://www.wrapwithus.com/wedding-arches...
I found theses ones and we might be getting one of them just because it comes with lights and stuff and we can decorate it however we want. B y the way we like the one that is for 30 or whatever it was.
Reply:My mother got a beautiful one from Canadian Tire (I'm from Canada). Check out websites like Home Depot or Sears. I'm sure you will find some. Also, Michaels had a really pretty one (here) but it was quite expensive.
Reply:Instead of spending $20 on an arch you may only use once, you can rent a strong arch from your local rental store. Check the yellow pages for Rental Service Stores. You can check a couple different places in the area to find the best price.
Reply:If you have a friend who's handy with a saw and screw driver, ask them if they would be willing to build you one-you'll buy the wood, screws, etc. and then THAT is thier wedding gift to you. You'll get exactly what you want, and you'll own it afterwards. It can become a garden decoration, or even a unique fixture in your house.
I've been doing that with a lot of the things I need for my wedding- my sister made my dress, a friend is doing photography, another friend is doing music for the ceremony. Since all my friends are flat broke, they seem to love the idea of giving a service instead of serving ware.
Reply:Most Party rental shops have them and can be rented for the day for approx. $20.00.
Reply:see if you can find a contractor in your area. I'm sure you can find one to build on for you pretty cheap. Otherwise, find rental stores in your area, they'll have some pretty sturdy ones.
Reply:My wedding was outside and on the beach. I rented my arch from the florist. Call around. I'm sure that some florists rent them.
Reply:I've seen them at Home Depot, craft stores, and the florist shops that I looked at. Or you could rent one. You can order them from a ton of places on the internet if you don't care if you see it in person beforehand.
Here is metal ones
http://www.save-on-crafts.com/meargawece...
There are even some on e-bay very cheap
http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll...
Any idea where to start looking for an arch?
check for party rental companies in your area. Everywhere has them and you can rent a wedding arch from them if you don't like the one from the store.
Honestly though, I know it looks flimsy in the store but it also isn't anchored properly. It wont' fall down or anything so unless you're getting marred in a hurricane you should be fine.
Reply:Yes, Home Depot has them (look in the garden section); also, E-bay might be the place to look.
Reply:I saw some thru oriental trading.
Reply:http://www.wrapwithus.com/wedding-arches...
I found theses ones and we might be getting one of them just because it comes with lights and stuff and we can decorate it however we want. B y the way we like the one that is for 30 or whatever it was.
Reply:My mother got a beautiful one from Canadian Tire (I'm from Canada). Check out websites like Home Depot or Sears. I'm sure you will find some. Also, Michaels had a really pretty one (here) but it was quite expensive.
Reply:Instead of spending $20 on an arch you may only use once, you can rent a strong arch from your local rental store. Check the yellow pages for Rental Service Stores. You can check a couple different places in the area to find the best price.
Reply:If you have a friend who's handy with a saw and screw driver, ask them if they would be willing to build you one-you'll buy the wood, screws, etc. and then THAT is thier wedding gift to you. You'll get exactly what you want, and you'll own it afterwards. It can become a garden decoration, or even a unique fixture in your house.
I've been doing that with a lot of the things I need for my wedding- my sister made my dress, a friend is doing photography, another friend is doing music for the ceremony. Since all my friends are flat broke, they seem to love the idea of giving a service instead of serving ware.
Reply:Most Party rental shops have them and can be rented for the day for approx. $20.00.
Reply:see if you can find a contractor in your area. I'm sure you can find one to build on for you pretty cheap. Otherwise, find rental stores in your area, they'll have some pretty sturdy ones.
Reply:My wedding was outside and on the beach. I rented my arch from the florist. Call around. I'm sure that some florists rent them.
Reply:I've seen them at Home Depot, craft stores, and the florist shops that I looked at. Or you could rent one. You can order them from a ton of places on the internet if you don't care if you see it in person beforehand.
Here is metal ones
http://www.save-on-crafts.com/meargawece...
There are even some on e-bay very cheap
http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll...
I'm over budget & need to change my centerpieces?
Can you guys help? I thought I was okay on flowers, but now I realize it's adding up to too much. My entire wedding is supposed to be between $8,000-$10,000, which I realize isn't a lot to some but everything is getting out of whack.
My florist invoice is $1200 so far. I'm cutting a few things out that I know won't be a huge difference but I'm struggling on centerpieces.
My flowers will be fuschia Bombay Orchids %26amp; we're using a lot of greenery like bear grass. I want orange for an accent color so I chose Dahlias. We're mixing in other tropicals too like Asiatic Lilies, Ginger, etc. This is not my arrangement. They were going to be tall %26amp; dramatic but it gives you an idea of the flowers %26amp; colors:
http://weddings.theknot.com/odb/themes/r...
I've thought about doing a single stem of Orchids in water, like this:
http://flickr.com/photos/69429153@N00/14...
Do you have any suggestions or ideas? I really appreciate it.
I'm over budget %26amp; need to change my centerpieces?
I LOVE the orchids in the water, they are so gorgeous! I would do that. It would probably work out cheaper because you don't have lots of arrangements, just a few flowers for each vase.
I really love this type of thing:
http://au.images.search.yahoo.com/search...
Here are a few ideas:
http://au.images.search.yahoo.com/search...
http://au.images.search.yahoo.com/search...
The best way to make your centrepieces cheaper is to have less flowers and more candles, candles are much cheaper than flowers. Also look on ebay because they have cheap supplies for centrepieces.
http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll...
http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll...
Good luck!
Reply:Axing the flowers save the money .
Reply:In stead of doing centerpieces i am doing chair covers and petals on the tables. I've seen it done before it looks really nice.
Reply:Please! My whole budget for my entire trousseau, attendants' gifts, and flowers is less than that! Just pick up a few large pillar candles to scatter among the flowers to make them go further. Just a few blooms per arrangement, keep it simple. Less is more.
Reply:the 2nd one is very nice
Reply:Something like the 2nd link you posted would look niced!
How about fake flowers or buy some wholesale for your tables?
some vases with grass in them?
or
get a bastket put fruit and stick a few flowers or grass
or look here are some nice ideas
http://bridalshop.freeservers.com/center...
http://www.cateredforyou.com/Party_Renta...
Reply:Have you thought about doing the centerpieces yourself? You can save sooo much money! Order the flowers wholesale online.. there are some really great sites and your will save tons of money.. Try these sites for wholesale orchids:
I checked the first one and you can get your Dendrobium Orchids for 3 dollars a stem... A STEAL!
www.growersbox.com
www.onlinewholesaleflowers.com
www.flowerexchange.com
For the vases and whatever other wedding accessories go to www.save-on-crafts.com . AMAZING site.. high quality goods you would spend so much more money on anywhere else! The picture of the orchids in the vase is GORGEOUS and you could totally pull it off ! :)
Reply:The flowers in the water do look really nice. You could always go with the option of doing silk flowers for centerpieces. I know not as nice but they usually still look good. Some people don't even know.
You could opt for a centerpiece without flowers at all.
These here could be used in an arrangement. Yes I know it might seem like those are more New Year's Eve or something but these could be used if you think outside of the box. I think they would make really neat arrangements.
http://www.windycitynovelties.com/EPayso...
These could pull all your beautiful colors together that are used in your flowers.
Here is another link for ideas on non floral centerpieces
http://www.coreywilliams.com/ideas/cente...
You could also use vases with tissue paper and use large sticks of rock candy in your wedding colors. That would be inexpensive, different and edible.
Here is a place that sells them in bulk.
http://www.candydirect.com/specialty/Roc...
http://www.bulkfoods.com/old_fashioned_h...
You just got to think of things that would be available in your wedding colors, which are beautiful by the way, and use something completely different.
Play around with different ideas and make them yourself. They don't have to be floral. I hope you find something! Good Luck
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My florist invoice is $1200 so far. I'm cutting a few things out that I know won't be a huge difference but I'm struggling on centerpieces.
My flowers will be fuschia Bombay Orchids %26amp; we're using a lot of greenery like bear grass. I want orange for an accent color so I chose Dahlias. We're mixing in other tropicals too like Asiatic Lilies, Ginger, etc. This is not my arrangement. They were going to be tall %26amp; dramatic but it gives you an idea of the flowers %26amp; colors:
http://weddings.theknot.com/odb/themes/r...
I've thought about doing a single stem of Orchids in water, like this:
http://flickr.com/photos/69429153@N00/14...
Do you have any suggestions or ideas? I really appreciate it.
I'm over budget %26amp; need to change my centerpieces?
I LOVE the orchids in the water, they are so gorgeous! I would do that. It would probably work out cheaper because you don't have lots of arrangements, just a few flowers for each vase.
I really love this type of thing:
http://au.images.search.yahoo.com/search...
Here are a few ideas:
http://au.images.search.yahoo.com/search...
http://au.images.search.yahoo.com/search...
The best way to make your centrepieces cheaper is to have less flowers and more candles, candles are much cheaper than flowers. Also look on ebay because they have cheap supplies for centrepieces.
http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll...
http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll...
Good luck!
Reply:Axing the flowers save the money .
Reply:In stead of doing centerpieces i am doing chair covers and petals on the tables. I've seen it done before it looks really nice.
Reply:Please! My whole budget for my entire trousseau, attendants' gifts, and flowers is less than that! Just pick up a few large pillar candles to scatter among the flowers to make them go further. Just a few blooms per arrangement, keep it simple. Less is more.
Reply:the 2nd one is very nice
Reply:Something like the 2nd link you posted would look niced!
How about fake flowers or buy some wholesale for your tables?
some vases with grass in them?
or
get a bastket put fruit and stick a few flowers or grass
or look here are some nice ideas
http://bridalshop.freeservers.com/center...
http://www.cateredforyou.com/Party_Renta...
Reply:Have you thought about doing the centerpieces yourself? You can save sooo much money! Order the flowers wholesale online.. there are some really great sites and your will save tons of money.. Try these sites for wholesale orchids:
I checked the first one and you can get your Dendrobium Orchids for 3 dollars a stem... A STEAL!
www.growersbox.com
www.onlinewholesaleflowers.com
www.flowerexchange.com
For the vases and whatever other wedding accessories go to www.save-on-crafts.com . AMAZING site.. high quality goods you would spend so much more money on anywhere else! The picture of the orchids in the vase is GORGEOUS and you could totally pull it off ! :)
Reply:The flowers in the water do look really nice. You could always go with the option of doing silk flowers for centerpieces. I know not as nice but they usually still look good. Some people don't even know.
You could opt for a centerpiece without flowers at all.
These here could be used in an arrangement. Yes I know it might seem like those are more New Year's Eve or something but these could be used if you think outside of the box. I think they would make really neat arrangements.
http://www.windycitynovelties.com/EPayso...
These could pull all your beautiful colors together that are used in your flowers.
Here is another link for ideas on non floral centerpieces
http://www.coreywilliams.com/ideas/cente...
You could also use vases with tissue paper and use large sticks of rock candy in your wedding colors. That would be inexpensive, different and edible.
Here is a place that sells them in bulk.
http://www.candydirect.com/specialty/Roc...
http://www.bulkfoods.com/old_fashioned_h...
You just got to think of things that would be available in your wedding colors, which are beautiful by the way, and use something completely different.
Play around with different ideas and make them yourself. They don't have to be floral. I hope you find something! Good Luck
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Does anyone know of any reputable flower companies online?
Upon considering everything, I have decided that ordering wholesale flowers online will be cheaper than consulting a florist to do all the work. I love to DIY, so I have decided that I will work on creating some of the arrangements for my wedding ceremony. What would be a good website to order wholesale flowers online? I have a few concerns though:
1. Is the company is reputable?
2. Quality of the products
3. Quality of the service.
If anyone has ever ordered flowers online please inform me of your experience.
Does anyone know of any reputable flower companies online?
I am a wedding consultant and we have used this website for a couple low-budget weddings. We have has very good experiences with them. The flowers arrived a couple days before the event and were fresh and beautiful.
Reply:I just read on another post that costco actually does flowers.
Reply:i am using http://onlinewholesaleflower.com
They have very good price and dont charge for shipping. That is always a plus :)
Reply:Costco-I've only heard good things about their flowers and service and they are rather inexpensive.
Reply:I had great luck with www.theflowerexchange.com. I did my own flowers for my wedding and ordered them from this company. I ordered calla lilies and Oriental lilies for the main flowers and them some other filler flowers. The flowers lasted well over two weeks. They were absolutely stunning. Service was great. I was so pleased that for Thanksgiving dinner this year, I ordered a bunch more flowers. I cannot say enough great things about them.
Good luck!
Reply:sam's club.com
That's what I'm going to use for my wedding.
Reply:Hi Heather:
I used this site: www.rosesource.com for my son's wedding. They sell ALL types of flowers, not just roses.
http://www.rosesource.com/
Yes, this company is reputable. You can see my testimonial signed "Gail B." on their site.
The only thing....research and know what you are getting into before you decide this! I would not suggest for you to make up complex arrangements/bouquets unless you have LOTS of help. Also....when is your wedding? What time of year? My son's was in the summer and we have an air conditioned house, so it all worked out. They caution you NOT to put the flowers into regular refrigerators.....just keep them cool. Also, since these are fresh flowers, you will need to have them delivered 2 days before the wedding....then do all the arrangements, bouquets, boutonnieres the day BEFORE your wedding. It it LOTS of work! But, again, well worth it also!
I ordered 250 roses, which would have cost me $1,000 and I only paid (in 2006) $160!! Cheap! I did not do up bouquets, etc. I only used them for table arrangements for the rehearsal dinner, reception, church, cake table, etc.
Good luck!
Reply:I like oconners in GA ... they were nice and could match you to what you want..
http://www.connerflorist.com/
Reply:I received roses from a friend last Valentine's day and they came from ProFlowers.com.
I can not recommend them as the flowers appeared to be already dying as I took them out of the box. I had to start removing the unsightly ones the very next day and most were gone within 5 days.
Reply:1800flowers, been using them over a year, no problems
1. Is the company is reputable?
2. Quality of the products
3. Quality of the service.
If anyone has ever ordered flowers online please inform me of your experience.
Does anyone know of any reputable flower companies online?
I am a wedding consultant and we have used this website for a couple low-budget weddings. We have has very good experiences with them. The flowers arrived a couple days before the event and were fresh and beautiful.
Reply:I just read on another post that costco actually does flowers.
Reply:i am using http://onlinewholesaleflower.com
They have very good price and dont charge for shipping. That is always a plus :)
Reply:Costco-I've only heard good things about their flowers and service and they are rather inexpensive.
Reply:I had great luck with www.theflowerexchange.com. I did my own flowers for my wedding and ordered them from this company. I ordered calla lilies and Oriental lilies for the main flowers and them some other filler flowers. The flowers lasted well over two weeks. They were absolutely stunning. Service was great. I was so pleased that for Thanksgiving dinner this year, I ordered a bunch more flowers. I cannot say enough great things about them.
Good luck!
Reply:sam's club.com
That's what I'm going to use for my wedding.
Reply:Hi Heather:
I used this site: www.rosesource.com for my son's wedding. They sell ALL types of flowers, not just roses.
http://www.rosesource.com/
Yes, this company is reputable. You can see my testimonial signed "Gail B." on their site.
The only thing....research and know what you are getting into before you decide this! I would not suggest for you to make up complex arrangements/bouquets unless you have LOTS of help. Also....when is your wedding? What time of year? My son's was in the summer and we have an air conditioned house, so it all worked out. They caution you NOT to put the flowers into regular refrigerators.....just keep them cool. Also, since these are fresh flowers, you will need to have them delivered 2 days before the wedding....then do all the arrangements, bouquets, boutonnieres the day BEFORE your wedding. It it LOTS of work! But, again, well worth it also!
I ordered 250 roses, which would have cost me $1,000 and I only paid (in 2006) $160!! Cheap! I did not do up bouquets, etc. I only used them for table arrangements for the rehearsal dinner, reception, church, cake table, etc.
Good luck!
Reply:I like oconners in GA ... they were nice and could match you to what you want..
http://www.connerflorist.com/
Reply:I received roses from a friend last Valentine's day and they came from ProFlowers.com.
I can not recommend them as the flowers appeared to be already dying as I took them out of the box. I had to start removing the unsightly ones the very next day and most were gone within 5 days.
Reply:1800flowers, been using them over a year, no problems
I need ideas for BOUQUET!!!! Look at pics plz!!!?
I'm getting married in March. I have an appointment next week to finish choosing flowers and such. My florist's daughter is creating my bouquet, but I have no idea what I want. Rather, i don't know what would look good with my dress.
Here are links to pics. of the dress.
http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I...
http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I...
Wedding colors are burgundy, pink and off white. Please help!!!!!No comments on the dress, just ideas on what bouquet would look nice. Include links to pics. if possible.
I need ideas for BOUQUET!!!! Look at pics plz!!!?
Since the dress has burgundy red details on it, you will want a very simple bouquet. It should compliment, not detract from your dress. I suggest a simple bouquet of ivory or red roses and / or calla lilies. Simple and elegant, the flowers will let your dress take center stage.
http://www.eventcreations.biz/white%20bo...
http://www.creativeenvironments.org/imag...
http://www1.istockphoto.com/file_thumbvi...
http://www.waxblossom.co.nz/p7hg_img_1/f...
Reply:Your dress is beautiful! I love it! Some ideas.....you could go with burgundy, white, and pink roses all together in one arrangement.... But I think a big bouquet of 24 or so large white roses would look perfect---it won't distract from your dress. Your dress is so pretty I don't think I would put any other colors against it. :)
Reply:Burgundy, pink and off-white flowers.
Reply:I would go with something simple with a dress so detailed already....perhaps all white...or all burgundy to match the details. Then add the other colors like pink to the bridesmaids bouquets!
Reply:http://www.kremp.com/index.cfm/fuseactio...
http://www.kremp.com/index.cfm/fuseactio...
http://www.kremp.com/index.cfm/fuseactio...
Reply:Calla lillies. Always beautiful, elegant and tasteful.
Reply:Love the dress!!!
I think a white rose bouquet would be perfect. I wouldn't do any color because of the intensity of the dress.
Reply:I would go with roses the same color of the ones on the dress. All one color to emphasize the dress.
Reply:http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=h...
http://www.flowerworksuk.com/florist/ima...
http://www.affordable-elegance.com/files...
http://www.lazytulip.com.au/images/flowe...
good luck!!
Reply:There is so much detail in the dress already so nothing that would take the focus away from the dress.
Try a sheath of burgandy arum (calla) lillies. Three with a wide satin burgandy ribbon tied around.
Bridesmaids could have one dust pink arum lilly with matching ribbon.
http://www.flowerchix.com.au/gallery.php...
7th picture. This sheath has irish bells in it and tied with a strand of fake pearls. The arum lillies leaves a dark green and would compliment the burgandy of your dress really nicely.
Good luck.
Reply:this seems to be a nice website
http://www.thebridesbouquet.com/Red.asp
even though you said no comments on the dress...i love it...its so bold and beautiful
Reply:I think that you should carry a voluminous boquet of burgandy roses with some spiky greenery and maybe a off ehite feather plume ... this will look better in your pictures ... and your maids should carry off white bouquets of roses
Reply:First of all, I think your dress is beautiful!! I agree that you should use some dark roses to match the color of the dress and then use some lighter shades of the other colors you are using. Your bridesmaids can use all the same colors, just not as many roses. Trust your florist and be open to suggestions. They do this every day! Good luck!!
Reply:How about burgundy roses with white calla lillies mixed in?
Reply:because your dress has so much detail and colour on it I would go with something really simple and one colour otherwise you will take attention away from your gown. It will look to "busy" if you do anything more than two colours. Is this going to be a winter wedding? Hope this helps!
Reply:some of those dark red roses would look good
Reply:Just carry a few cala lillies rapped in a red satin ribbon. You have enough roses going on in the dress.
Here are links to pics. of the dress.
http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I...
http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I...
Wedding colors are burgundy, pink and off white. Please help!!!!!No comments on the dress, just ideas on what bouquet would look nice. Include links to pics. if possible.
I need ideas for BOUQUET!!!! Look at pics plz!!!?
Since the dress has burgundy red details on it, you will want a very simple bouquet. It should compliment, not detract from your dress. I suggest a simple bouquet of ivory or red roses and / or calla lilies. Simple and elegant, the flowers will let your dress take center stage.
http://www.eventcreations.biz/white%20bo...
http://www.creativeenvironments.org/imag...
http://www1.istockphoto.com/file_thumbvi...
http://www.waxblossom.co.nz/p7hg_img_1/f...
Reply:Your dress is beautiful! I love it! Some ideas.....you could go with burgundy, white, and pink roses all together in one arrangement.... But I think a big bouquet of 24 or so large white roses would look perfect---it won't distract from your dress. Your dress is so pretty I don't think I would put any other colors against it. :)
Reply:Burgundy, pink and off-white flowers.
Reply:I would go with something simple with a dress so detailed already....perhaps all white...or all burgundy to match the details. Then add the other colors like pink to the bridesmaids bouquets!
Reply:http://www.kremp.com/index.cfm/fuseactio...
http://www.kremp.com/index.cfm/fuseactio...
http://www.kremp.com/index.cfm/fuseactio...
Reply:Calla lillies. Always beautiful, elegant and tasteful.
Reply:Love the dress!!!
I think a white rose bouquet would be perfect. I wouldn't do any color because of the intensity of the dress.
Reply:I would go with roses the same color of the ones on the dress. All one color to emphasize the dress.
Reply:http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=h...
http://www.flowerworksuk.com/florist/ima...
http://www.affordable-elegance.com/files...
http://www.lazytulip.com.au/images/flowe...
good luck!!
Reply:There is so much detail in the dress already so nothing that would take the focus away from the dress.
Try a sheath of burgandy arum (calla) lillies. Three with a wide satin burgandy ribbon tied around.
Bridesmaids could have one dust pink arum lilly with matching ribbon.
http://www.flowerchix.com.au/gallery.php...
7th picture. This sheath has irish bells in it and tied with a strand of fake pearls. The arum lillies leaves a dark green and would compliment the burgandy of your dress really nicely.
Good luck.
Reply:this seems to be a nice website
http://www.thebridesbouquet.com/Red.asp
even though you said no comments on the dress...i love it...its so bold and beautiful
Reply:I think that you should carry a voluminous boquet of burgandy roses with some spiky greenery and maybe a off ehite feather plume ... this will look better in your pictures ... and your maids should carry off white bouquets of roses
Reply:First of all, I think your dress is beautiful!! I agree that you should use some dark roses to match the color of the dress and then use some lighter shades of the other colors you are using. Your bridesmaids can use all the same colors, just not as many roses. Trust your florist and be open to suggestions. They do this every day! Good luck!!
Reply:How about burgundy roses with white calla lillies mixed in?
Reply:because your dress has so much detail and colour on it I would go with something really simple and one colour otherwise you will take attention away from your gown. It will look to "busy" if you do anything more than two colours. Is this going to be a winter wedding? Hope this helps!
Reply:some of those dark red roses would look good
Reply:Just carry a few cala lillies rapped in a red satin ribbon. You have enough roses going on in the dress.
Head table decoration ideas??
I'm getting married this October and I'm now starting to figure out how to decorate the reception. I am doing tall vases with flowers at each table and probably some candles too, but I don't know how I'm going to decorate the head table? I have a very big wedding party so we are going to do something like this:
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b48/Be...
My florist said to maybe put some tall vases on the head table also,but they are a bit pricy so was trying to think of something different...I liked this idea:
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b48/Be...
Do any of you know where I could get that glass "container" I guess you could call it that they have the floating candles in?
I have no idea where I could find one and have been looking online. I was thinking about maybe putting that in the center of each head table. A friend of mine got married last September and she just bought a few vases and when her bridesmaids walked in she
Head table decoration ideas??
Since you have such a big head table I think it would be best to stick with something very simple. If you are looking to save some money you could probably do it yourself. If you want those containers you may be able to rent them - but that might end up costing you just as much as the floral arrangements.
You could go down to Michaels and get some of the floral garland to drape onto the head table.Or you could use these lights to drape onto the head table.
http://www.save-on-crafts.com/pinkroseli... Then you can just sprinkle some rose petals and candles at the edge of the table. I think that would look lovely.
Or maybe you could get some small floating candle bowls to place at the edge of the table and put this in it. I think it would give the table/room a nice glow.
http://www.save-on-crafts.com/lilylytes....
Or maybe you could use some of the oversized martini glasses. Then you can add some water and floralytes to them and give it a nice glow. You would only need to add a few...
http://www.save-on-crafts.com/grandemart...
In regards to the ideas with the bridesmaids bouquet, you could have them decorate the head table like this, then place the bouquets on there like they have in the picture...
http://passionforpetals.net/images/uploa...
Here are some pictures of the way that others have decorated their head tables. You don't need all that much really - besides, the day of you will be so busy you will hardly even notice.
I hope that this helps! Good luck and congrats on the wedding! :)
http://www.enchantedforestweddings.com/C...
http://www.cupidsarrowweddings.net/image...
http://www.eventdecorbykristin.com/weddi...
http://5starcatering.com/cakes/pics/pics...
http://www.primroserentals.com/Quickstar...
http://images.snapfish.com/344%3C364%3B2...
http://memorabledesigns.ca/storemaker/im...
http://www.untouchablecrafts.com/files/1...
Reply:Personally, I would go with something lower so that everyone can see the head table and to help conversation. You can buy the bowls for floating candles at www.sav-on-crafts.com They also have vases that are the perfect size to hold your bridesmaid bouquets--I got 5.5 inch clear glass ones for $2.99 each. Not only will the bouquets dress up the table, I think the attendants will be happy to have a place to "park" the flowers.
Reply:this was our head table
http://www.eclecticlightstudios.com/phot...
we sat our best man and maid of honor with us on the stage and then had 3 round tables that were infront of the stage that we sat the rest or our wedding party, their dates (yes they got to sit with their dates and they really appreciated it), our parents, grandparents, and a few aunts and uncles, and the minister. the rest of the guests sat a rectangular tables so it helped to set them apart.
Reply:When it comes down to it, there really isn't a lot of room to put stuff on. We had two large floral arrangements - which we had used at the church, too. The bridesmaids and I put our flowers down on the table as well, so that added a lot. There were pillar candles, too.
We also had decorated Ukrainian wedding breads, which were pretty and colorful, but that's an ethnic thing.
Reply:For our wedding we took our unity candle and flower arrangement around the unity candle and used that as the center piece and then took the bouquets and used them on the sides. It look really nice. I would do that because it does get pretty costly when you start worrying about that. Trust me people don't really look at the decor that much on the tables.
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b48/Be...
My florist said to maybe put some tall vases on the head table also,but they are a bit pricy so was trying to think of something different...I liked this idea:
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b48/Be...
Do any of you know where I could get that glass "container" I guess you could call it that they have the floating candles in?
I have no idea where I could find one and have been looking online. I was thinking about maybe putting that in the center of each head table. A friend of mine got married last September and she just bought a few vases and when her bridesmaids walked in she
Head table decoration ideas??
Since you have such a big head table I think it would be best to stick with something very simple. If you are looking to save some money you could probably do it yourself. If you want those containers you may be able to rent them - but that might end up costing you just as much as the floral arrangements.
You could go down to Michaels and get some of the floral garland to drape onto the head table.Or you could use these lights to drape onto the head table.
http://www.save-on-crafts.com/pinkroseli... Then you can just sprinkle some rose petals and candles at the edge of the table. I think that would look lovely.
Or maybe you could get some small floating candle bowls to place at the edge of the table and put this in it. I think it would give the table/room a nice glow.
http://www.save-on-crafts.com/lilylytes....
Or maybe you could use some of the oversized martini glasses. Then you can add some water and floralytes to them and give it a nice glow. You would only need to add a few...
http://www.save-on-crafts.com/grandemart...
In regards to the ideas with the bridesmaids bouquet, you could have them decorate the head table like this, then place the bouquets on there like they have in the picture...
http://passionforpetals.net/images/uploa...
Here are some pictures of the way that others have decorated their head tables. You don't need all that much really - besides, the day of you will be so busy you will hardly even notice.
I hope that this helps! Good luck and congrats on the wedding! :)
http://www.enchantedforestweddings.com/C...
http://www.cupidsarrowweddings.net/image...
http://www.eventdecorbykristin.com/weddi...
http://5starcatering.com/cakes/pics/pics...
http://www.primroserentals.com/Quickstar...
http://images.snapfish.com/344%3C364%3B2...
http://memorabledesigns.ca/storemaker/im...
http://www.untouchablecrafts.com/files/1...
Reply:Personally, I would go with something lower so that everyone can see the head table and to help conversation. You can buy the bowls for floating candles at www.sav-on-crafts.com They also have vases that are the perfect size to hold your bridesmaid bouquets--I got 5.5 inch clear glass ones for $2.99 each. Not only will the bouquets dress up the table, I think the attendants will be happy to have a place to "park" the flowers.
Reply:this was our head table
http://www.eclecticlightstudios.com/phot...
we sat our best man and maid of honor with us on the stage and then had 3 round tables that were infront of the stage that we sat the rest or our wedding party, their dates (yes they got to sit with their dates and they really appreciated it), our parents, grandparents, and a few aunts and uncles, and the minister. the rest of the guests sat a rectangular tables so it helped to set them apart.
Reply:When it comes down to it, there really isn't a lot of room to put stuff on. We had two large floral arrangements - which we had used at the church, too. The bridesmaids and I put our flowers down on the table as well, so that added a lot. There were pillar candles, too.
We also had decorated Ukrainian wedding breads, which were pretty and colorful, but that's an ethnic thing.
Reply:For our wedding we took our unity candle and flower arrangement around the unity candle and used that as the center piece and then took the bouquets and used them on the sides. It look really nice. I would do that because it does get pretty costly when you start worrying about that. Trust me people don't really look at the decor that much on the tables.
Wedding Flowers?
Hi Everyone, I am having eggplant bridesmaids dresses and I have met with a couple of florists...I really liked this one lady I met the other day and this is what she came up with for the bridesmaids....i want to know your opinion...
dark purple lisianthus
lavendar (blue curiosa) roses
green hydrangea
I'm just not sure what this is going to look like, so anyone that knows anything about flowers, please let me know!! Also, if anyone can find a picture of what this might look like, that would be awesome!
Wedding Flowers?
Here is a similiar arrangement with white flowers thrown in.. sounds beautiful!
http://www.flowersbyanne.com/cgi-bin/lis...
Reply:I was looking at the links posted by the first poster, and I think the green hydrangeas will be a little too much for the bouquet. Instead I would see if the florist will add some baby's breath, and throw in some white roses too, or go with white hydrangeas because they will look better with the purple.
Reply:I think that sounds beautiful! I am also having lavender roses, they are really pretty and I love green hydrangea. That will be a very elegant look. Go for it!
Reply:http://gcrec.ifas.ufl.edu/Harbaughpubs/P... to see the lisianthus
http://www.rosesource.com/250_Roses_40cm... to see the lavendar (blue curiosa ) rose
http://www.hydrangeashydrangeas.com/gree...
Some white mixed in the boquets would be very nice also... maybe some baby's breath or something light. The green hydrangea may be too big for the delicatness of the other two flowers.
Reply:beautiful go with it or look up pics of those flowes online
Reply:This sounds perfect, actually! Lisianthus is a beautiful flower that resembles a rose but has more detail, is more delicate and has more aroma. Lavender roses (also called sterling roses, I believe) are perfect with a deep purple and the green hydrangea will add just the right touch! This florist really knows her stuff!
Reply:The flowers will look lovely. One suggestion though - you may want to mix in some whites or cream color flowers... otherwise your bridesmaids may end up looking too 'purple' with an eggplant color dress and a purple bouquet. Just my two cents.
Congrats!
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dark purple lisianthus
lavendar (blue curiosa) roses
green hydrangea
I'm just not sure what this is going to look like, so anyone that knows anything about flowers, please let me know!! Also, if anyone can find a picture of what this might look like, that would be awesome!
Wedding Flowers?
Here is a similiar arrangement with white flowers thrown in.. sounds beautiful!
http://www.flowersbyanne.com/cgi-bin/lis...
Reply:I was looking at the links posted by the first poster, and I think the green hydrangeas will be a little too much for the bouquet. Instead I would see if the florist will add some baby's breath, and throw in some white roses too, or go with white hydrangeas because they will look better with the purple.
Reply:I think that sounds beautiful! I am also having lavender roses, they are really pretty and I love green hydrangea. That will be a very elegant look. Go for it!
Reply:http://gcrec.ifas.ufl.edu/Harbaughpubs/P... to see the lisianthus
http://www.rosesource.com/250_Roses_40cm... to see the lavendar (blue curiosa ) rose
http://www.hydrangeashydrangeas.com/gree...
Some white mixed in the boquets would be very nice also... maybe some baby's breath or something light. The green hydrangea may be too big for the delicatness of the other two flowers.
Reply:beautiful go with it or look up pics of those flowes online
Reply:This sounds perfect, actually! Lisianthus is a beautiful flower that resembles a rose but has more detail, is more delicate and has more aroma. Lavender roses (also called sterling roses, I believe) are perfect with a deep purple and the green hydrangea will add just the right touch! This florist really knows her stuff!
Reply:The flowers will look lovely. One suggestion though - you may want to mix in some whites or cream color flowers... otherwise your bridesmaids may end up looking too 'purple' with an eggplant color dress and a purple bouquet. Just my two cents.
Congrats!
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Tipping question for my wedding.?
I am getting married next month. I am spending thousands of dollars on a bunch of vendors (Catering Hall, Photographer, Videographer, DJ, Florist, etc). My Catering Hall is providing me with a Maitre'D and a Bridal Assistant for the whole day. An 18% gratuity is being automatically added to our bill for the catering hall but someone told me that that 18% only gets split between the waiters and bus boys and that I should give an EXTRA tip to the Maitre'D and Bridal Attendant (Keep in mind, the 18% gratuity on the final bill is already over $2000!) Do I have to tip them? If so how much? Also, do I have to tip the Photo, Video and DJ also?? Help!!
Tipping question for my wedding.?
It would seem to me that the Photo, Video and DJ are all self employed people so would not expect a tip as they will provide an invoice.
Regarding the maitre'd and bridal assistant, ask the catering hall ~ they will let you know how the gratuity is disbursed. You may even be able to advise how you would like it shared.
If they are not included in the gratuity divide the $2,000 by how many the catering hall tells you it is shared between, add $50 and put it in separate envelopes for the maitre'd and the bridal assistant.
If they ARE included in the gratuity, $50 in an envelope for them each would be fine. They should get a little something extra directly from you because they are performing a direct PERSONAL service for you.
Adds up, doesn't it?
Hope your day is wonderful ~ best wishes :-)
Reply:Do you have a wedding planner.
This is something I would ask her.
Tipping question for my wedding.?
It would seem to me that the Photo, Video and DJ are all self employed people so would not expect a tip as they will provide an invoice.
Regarding the maitre'd and bridal assistant, ask the catering hall ~ they will let you know how the gratuity is disbursed. You may even be able to advise how you would like it shared.
If they are not included in the gratuity divide the $2,000 by how many the catering hall tells you it is shared between, add $50 and put it in separate envelopes for the maitre'd and the bridal assistant.
If they ARE included in the gratuity, $50 in an envelope for them each would be fine. They should get a little something extra directly from you because they are performing a direct PERSONAL service for you.
Adds up, doesn't it?
Hope your day is wonderful ~ best wishes :-)
Reply:Do you have a wedding planner.
This is something I would ask her.
Wedding flowers?
I need suggestions on wedding flowers. I was trying to plan for an elegant but in my budget wedding. I am only having one bridesmaid, and possibly a matron of honor (if my sis who hasn't had a wedding chooses to participate). One groomsman poss best man. I don't know a flower girl or a ring bearer. The facilatator from my church wants me to have a flowre girl, ring bearer, and at least three ushers and three hostess. Now she has said I need corsages, boutineers (spelling) and I don't know how to budget for this. I don't know how much wrist corsages cost and boutineers and I can't afford to spend over a thousand dollars on florwers. Any ideas on how to cut florist cost. I was thinking of making at least the bridesmaid bouquet and my throwaway bouquet from Michaels but she my facilatator got a little racial and stated african americans buy their flowers making them is too cheap. Please help me. I am getting married in April 08
Wedding flowers?
Buy fresh flowers in Walmart and make them your self. Enroll the help of crafty relatives or friends.
or
Have silk flowers instead.
As far as the church attentdant, be honest and tell her that you are looking into a more simple affair and that you don't need all of that. It seems like your church "buddy" is trying to bully you into something completly unnecesary, how tacky is that?
You don't have to have a flower girl or ring bearer. They are out of style as a matter of fact.
You need a bouquet for you, one for your bridesmaid and MOH, and bouttonniers for the groom, groomsman, best man, mother of the bride and father of the bride, That's it.
I've never hear of corsages for attendants!!! Do what you can afford and don't let nobody twist your arm and intimidate you into getting additional and unnecesary expenses just because they need to feel superior giving you so called "advice".
Do not listen to her and stand up to her and tell then that you have other plans in mind and that it's ultimately YOUR choice what to do at your own wedding.
Good luck
Reply:First off, no one should be telling you what you have to have at your wedding. There is no such thing as a requirement to have wedding flowers etc. If I were you, I would switch the place you are getting married at because the facilitator sounds like a real doush bag.
On another note, if you would like to make your own bouquets, go to Jo Ann Fabrics. They have the best silks and they are always having sales. Just go with something basic like all roses or w/e and wrap them up in some nice ribbon. It doesn't have to be extravagent for it to look nice.
Reply:First off, check with some local florists. You should be able to do everything for WAY under 1K. Depending upon where you are, even check with Safeway. I think that it's really nice to have real flowers for a wedding, but not for the ignorant reason the woman gave you - but because a wedding is special.
You need a bouquet for yourself - can be a full bouquet of assorted, or just roses, or carnations, and a smaller one for your bridesmaid. For your groom, a boutonniere of a main flower, and a smaller one for the groomsman. Corsages for grandmas and grandpas, moms and dads. Corsages really don't cost a lot; it's best to keep them simple anyway. For the moms, maybe three sweetheart roses; for the guys, mini carns.
Good luck!
Reply:You don't have to go overboard....It is not up to the church facilitator to decide how many bridesmaids and groomsmen you have much less a flower girl and a ring bearer.
It is your wedding...it is totally up to you to decide. You just need to tell this lady that you will decide who you want in your wedding and that her job is to assist you in making it a beautiful ceremony.
Now the question...you can buy simple boutonnieres at your local florist for about $5 - $6/each. You can purchase a bouquet for $35 - $50. I just got married in November and purchased a simple bouquet with 3 carnations for $12 or so. Just go to the florist and tell them what you a looking for. You can choose flowers that don't cost an arm and a leg. Etiquette says that you should provide a corsage for the mother's of the bride/groom and the grandmothers (if any) and that the groom, best man and groomsmen should have boutonnieres along with the fathers and grandfathers. You could have the maid of honor and/or bridesmaids carry a single calla lily tied with a bow/ribbon. It should cost you less than $10. You also need a flower arrangement for the church...either 1 big one or 2 small ones....This could be transported to the reception hall by a friend that you designate to double as a centerpiece for the reception table. All in all you should be able to come out less than $300...Believe me, it doesn't have to cost a fortune. You can do this! Congrats!
Reply:well, if you don't want ushers and flower girls and all don't have them, thats the first way to cut costs! If you are just getting bouquets and bouts and corsages for that many people, it should cost no where near a grand, I have just done that and have way more attendants than you and my bill is around 600.
If you are looking to do floral decorations with it, use things like colums with ferns and greenery on top and drape them with pretty sheer fabric, this goes a long way, for a lot less money that lots of floral arrrangements.
to cut costs, avoid calla lilies is the first thing $8-12 a stem, no thanks! use things like roses, gerbera daisies, normal lillies, and greenery that aren't necessarily the cheapest flowers you can get, but they aren't the most expensive either, and they are bigger so they cover more area in a bouquet. Average bridal bouquet is around 150 in my area and bridesmaids around 40 a piece, but you can go smaller if needed
As far as the corsages and bouts, use things like shasta daisies or carnations instead of pricier flowers, they will still be pretty and will actually last a lot longer. price wise, if you go with a wrist corsage it will cost more, they are harder for florists to make so you pay for labor mostly, go with sholder corsages. At the florist I worked for, it was 7.50 per shoulder corsage and 18.50 for a wrist corsage, BIG difference! Bouts shouldn't be that expensive either, around $5 each!
I am basing these prices on Mississippi costs, so things may be more expensive in your area, but you should still be able to have beautiful flowers for that amount, let me know if you need anymore ideas, I have gobs of um!
Reply:That woman at your church should be ashamed of herself-what does being African American have to do with choosing flowers? That's moronic! You only need to have as many attendants as you wish to have--we aren't having ANY at all!
You can get fresh flowers for under $1000 if you want-a small wrist corsage shouldn't cost more than $25. Don't tell the florist its for a wedding-they automatically jack up the price the minute you say wedding.
Reply:No one should say things like that!! You will be about to find flowers for way under $1000.00 And don't go with the first quote you get. Plus you have plenty of time.
Reply:I would suggest getting a new wedding planner/facilitator. For her to tell you how many people to have and what items need to be purchased is just wrong.
Otherwise, put her in her place and say look, you are free to offer up suggestions, but I make the decisions. Based on my budget, we're not having ushers or hostesses.
Advise her that her racial comments will be brought to the attention of the church.
Reply:First, don't let ANYONE pressure you into something you don't want or can't afford. You don't HAVE to have three ushers, three attendants or anything else she suggested (is she paying for your wedding?). Second, cut floral cost by creating your own bouquet, boutonnieres and arrangement using silk vs. real flowers. Go to www.save-on-crafts.com they have really reasonable rates and great ideas and you have plenty of time to make things since you have over a year. Good luck.
Reply:You've got over a year to decide what flowers to have...you need help with that? Duh! Why do women complicate everything?
Reply:Congratulations!
I'm planning my own wedding and I'm making ALL of the floral arrangements, bouquets, corsages, etc. by myself. Here's the sites I'm buying my flowers from:
www.bigrose.com
www.fiftyflowers.com
BigRose actually has entire bridal kits where they make everything FOR YOU and their prices are VERY reasonable (range from $399 to $799). The largest package includes:
1 Bridal Bouquet (up to 50 stems)
1 Maid of Honor Bouquet (up to 18 stems)
4 Bridesmaid Bouquets (up to 12 stems)
1 Toss Away Bouquet (up to 12 stems)
2 Petit Hand-tied Mother's Bouquets (up to 8 stems)
16 Attendant Boutonnieres (up to 3 stems)
14 Centerpieces (No Vases Included) (up to 24 stems)
3 Rose Petal (Boxes)
Hope this helps, and good luck!
Reply:I got all of my flowers off ebay for 200. I had 4 groomsmen and 4 bridesmaids, 3 flower girls. 4 set of parents and 2 sets of grandparents. I thought that was a really good deal and they really turned out nice.
Reply:I helped my friend plan her wedding and was in charge of the flowers (among many other things). I found that if you go to a wholesaler that you'll get the best price. I talked to some independent florist and looked at their books and prices and they seemed pretty good. Then i asked where they got their flowers from and it was a local wholesaler. So i cut out the middle man and went strait to them. They were way more affordable.
Wedding flowers?
Buy fresh flowers in Walmart and make them your self. Enroll the help of crafty relatives or friends.
or
Have silk flowers instead.
As far as the church attentdant, be honest and tell her that you are looking into a more simple affair and that you don't need all of that. It seems like your church "buddy" is trying to bully you into something completly unnecesary, how tacky is that?
You don't have to have a flower girl or ring bearer. They are out of style as a matter of fact.
You need a bouquet for you, one for your bridesmaid and MOH, and bouttonniers for the groom, groomsman, best man, mother of the bride and father of the bride, That's it.
I've never hear of corsages for attendants!!! Do what you can afford and don't let nobody twist your arm and intimidate you into getting additional and unnecesary expenses just because they need to feel superior giving you so called "advice".
Do not listen to her and stand up to her and tell then that you have other plans in mind and that it's ultimately YOUR choice what to do at your own wedding.
Good luck
Reply:First off, no one should be telling you what you have to have at your wedding. There is no such thing as a requirement to have wedding flowers etc. If I were you, I would switch the place you are getting married at because the facilitator sounds like a real doush bag.
On another note, if you would like to make your own bouquets, go to Jo Ann Fabrics. They have the best silks and they are always having sales. Just go with something basic like all roses or w/e and wrap them up in some nice ribbon. It doesn't have to be extravagent for it to look nice.
Reply:First off, check with some local florists. You should be able to do everything for WAY under 1K. Depending upon where you are, even check with Safeway. I think that it's really nice to have real flowers for a wedding, but not for the ignorant reason the woman gave you - but because a wedding is special.
You need a bouquet for yourself - can be a full bouquet of assorted, or just roses, or carnations, and a smaller one for your bridesmaid. For your groom, a boutonniere of a main flower, and a smaller one for the groomsman. Corsages for grandmas and grandpas, moms and dads. Corsages really don't cost a lot; it's best to keep them simple anyway. For the moms, maybe three sweetheart roses; for the guys, mini carns.
Good luck!
Reply:You don't have to go overboard....It is not up to the church facilitator to decide how many bridesmaids and groomsmen you have much less a flower girl and a ring bearer.
It is your wedding...it is totally up to you to decide. You just need to tell this lady that you will decide who you want in your wedding and that her job is to assist you in making it a beautiful ceremony.
Now the question...you can buy simple boutonnieres at your local florist for about $5 - $6/each. You can purchase a bouquet for $35 - $50. I just got married in November and purchased a simple bouquet with 3 carnations for $12 or so. Just go to the florist and tell them what you a looking for. You can choose flowers that don't cost an arm and a leg. Etiquette says that you should provide a corsage for the mother's of the bride/groom and the grandmothers (if any) and that the groom, best man and groomsmen should have boutonnieres along with the fathers and grandfathers. You could have the maid of honor and/or bridesmaids carry a single calla lily tied with a bow/ribbon. It should cost you less than $10. You also need a flower arrangement for the church...either 1 big one or 2 small ones....This could be transported to the reception hall by a friend that you designate to double as a centerpiece for the reception table. All in all you should be able to come out less than $300...Believe me, it doesn't have to cost a fortune. You can do this! Congrats!
Reply:well, if you don't want ushers and flower girls and all don't have them, thats the first way to cut costs! If you are just getting bouquets and bouts and corsages for that many people, it should cost no where near a grand, I have just done that and have way more attendants than you and my bill is around 600.
If you are looking to do floral decorations with it, use things like colums with ferns and greenery on top and drape them with pretty sheer fabric, this goes a long way, for a lot less money that lots of floral arrrangements.
to cut costs, avoid calla lilies is the first thing $8-12 a stem, no thanks! use things like roses, gerbera daisies, normal lillies, and greenery that aren't necessarily the cheapest flowers you can get, but they aren't the most expensive either, and they are bigger so they cover more area in a bouquet. Average bridal bouquet is around 150 in my area and bridesmaids around 40 a piece, but you can go smaller if needed
As far as the corsages and bouts, use things like shasta daisies or carnations instead of pricier flowers, they will still be pretty and will actually last a lot longer. price wise, if you go with a wrist corsage it will cost more, they are harder for florists to make so you pay for labor mostly, go with sholder corsages. At the florist I worked for, it was 7.50 per shoulder corsage and 18.50 for a wrist corsage, BIG difference! Bouts shouldn't be that expensive either, around $5 each!
I am basing these prices on Mississippi costs, so things may be more expensive in your area, but you should still be able to have beautiful flowers for that amount, let me know if you need anymore ideas, I have gobs of um!
Reply:That woman at your church should be ashamed of herself-what does being African American have to do with choosing flowers? That's moronic! You only need to have as many attendants as you wish to have--we aren't having ANY at all!
You can get fresh flowers for under $1000 if you want-a small wrist corsage shouldn't cost more than $25. Don't tell the florist its for a wedding-they automatically jack up the price the minute you say wedding.
Reply:No one should say things like that!! You will be about to find flowers for way under $1000.00 And don't go with the first quote you get. Plus you have plenty of time.
Reply:I would suggest getting a new wedding planner/facilitator. For her to tell you how many people to have and what items need to be purchased is just wrong.
Otherwise, put her in her place and say look, you are free to offer up suggestions, but I make the decisions. Based on my budget, we're not having ushers or hostesses.
Advise her that her racial comments will be brought to the attention of the church.
Reply:First, don't let ANYONE pressure you into something you don't want or can't afford. You don't HAVE to have three ushers, three attendants or anything else she suggested (is she paying for your wedding?). Second, cut floral cost by creating your own bouquet, boutonnieres and arrangement using silk vs. real flowers. Go to www.save-on-crafts.com they have really reasonable rates and great ideas and you have plenty of time to make things since you have over a year. Good luck.
Reply:You've got over a year to decide what flowers to have...you need help with that? Duh! Why do women complicate everything?
Reply:Congratulations!
I'm planning my own wedding and I'm making ALL of the floral arrangements, bouquets, corsages, etc. by myself. Here's the sites I'm buying my flowers from:
www.bigrose.com
www.fiftyflowers.com
BigRose actually has entire bridal kits where they make everything FOR YOU and their prices are VERY reasonable (range from $399 to $799). The largest package includes:
1 Bridal Bouquet (up to 50 stems)
1 Maid of Honor Bouquet (up to 18 stems)
4 Bridesmaid Bouquets (up to 12 stems)
1 Toss Away Bouquet (up to 12 stems)
2 Petit Hand-tied Mother's Bouquets (up to 8 stems)
16 Attendant Boutonnieres (up to 3 stems)
14 Centerpieces (No Vases Included) (up to 24 stems)
3 Rose Petal (Boxes)
Hope this helps, and good luck!
Reply:I got all of my flowers off ebay for 200. I had 4 groomsmen and 4 bridesmaids, 3 flower girls. 4 set of parents and 2 sets of grandparents. I thought that was a really good deal and they really turned out nice.
Reply:I helped my friend plan her wedding and was in charge of the flowers (among many other things). I found that if you go to a wholesaler that you'll get the best price. I talked to some independent florist and looked at their books and prices and they seemed pretty good. Then i asked where they got their flowers from and it was a local wholesaler. So i cut out the middle man and went strait to them. They were way more affordable.
2 questions!!! #1 Calla lillies expensive in FL? #2 Silk faux paux?
#1. Love calla lillies but are unsure of cost. Would like to spend no more than $500-$700 %26amp; bridesmaids offered preparation (afraid florist will be too much). Reception is at country club %26amp; desired vibe is romantic evening in candlelight with clean %26amp; simple -but elegant-flower arrangements.There is no flower wholesaler locally that I know of, nor have I ever seen a calla lilly in Publix, or in Florida for that matter, etc. Please let me know if I'm out of my mind.
#2. Before I begin let me tell you that I despise fake flowers. However, while in Pier 1 Imports, I have to admit they had the most gorgeous long stemmed flowers -about $4-$7 ea %26amp; they are huge. The stem base is wax %26amp; flower is silk or wax depending on type. I would not use add'l flowers, but just place 5 flowers or so in a tall, narrow clear vase. What would your opinion be if you saw this at a wedding. P.S.-if you aren't familiar w/P1 Imp.-these could surely pass inspection %26amp; I think the dimmly-lit room would help.
2 questions!!! #1 Calla lillies expensive in FL? #2 Silk faux paux?
http://home.proflowers.com/wedding/index...
The website above has amazing pricing and their bouquets are just amazing looking also. You can get what you need for a decent price.
http://www.fiftyflowers.com/product/Supe...
http://www.amazoniaflowers.com/Amazonia-...
This one once again awesome prices, unbeatable really.
This also has amazing prices, its 650 for 200 standard lillies and 80 minis, you of course have to do the work yourself, but they also offer different colors and other packages that have roses and lillies and stuff, take a look, I can say the above sites are 3 of the most amazing ones ive seen yet.
Hope this helps and good luck.
Ive been researching flowers for like 5 months and those are the best of the bunch.
Reply:There are silk flowers out there that look real unless you touch them. In a dim light no one would be the wiser. With your budget, depending on how many you need, you can probably pull it off much cheaper than real ones. You'd also be able to let 'special' family and friends and those who helped out with the wedding take home a centerpiece as a thank you and special memento. I know of several women who did that and they loved it. Best wishes!
Reply:Silk flowers:
http://www.wedideas.com/index.htm
http://www.elegantbridalbouquets.com/def...
Wholesale flowers:
http://www.growersbox.com/
http://www.samsclub.com/shopping/navigat...
Reply:Hey-I used ivory English roses from Pottery Barn, and everyone kept asking if they were real, so I say YES to silk flowers.
I have seen the silks at Pier One, and they are so pretty, so yes, go for it!
#2. Before I begin let me tell you that I despise fake flowers. However, while in Pier 1 Imports, I have to admit they had the most gorgeous long stemmed flowers -about $4-$7 ea %26amp; they are huge. The stem base is wax %26amp; flower is silk or wax depending on type. I would not use add'l flowers, but just place 5 flowers or so in a tall, narrow clear vase. What would your opinion be if you saw this at a wedding. P.S.-if you aren't familiar w/P1 Imp.-these could surely pass inspection %26amp; I think the dimmly-lit room would help.
2 questions!!! #1 Calla lillies expensive in FL? #2 Silk faux paux?
http://home.proflowers.com/wedding/index...
The website above has amazing pricing and their bouquets are just amazing looking also. You can get what you need for a decent price.
http://www.fiftyflowers.com/product/Supe...
http://www.amazoniaflowers.com/Amazonia-...
This one once again awesome prices, unbeatable really.
This also has amazing prices, its 650 for 200 standard lillies and 80 minis, you of course have to do the work yourself, but they also offer different colors and other packages that have roses and lillies and stuff, take a look, I can say the above sites are 3 of the most amazing ones ive seen yet.
Hope this helps and good luck.
Ive been researching flowers for like 5 months and those are the best of the bunch.
Reply:There are silk flowers out there that look real unless you touch them. In a dim light no one would be the wiser. With your budget, depending on how many you need, you can probably pull it off much cheaper than real ones. You'd also be able to let 'special' family and friends and those who helped out with the wedding take home a centerpiece as a thank you and special memento. I know of several women who did that and they loved it. Best wishes!
Reply:Silk flowers:
http://www.wedideas.com/index.htm
http://www.elegantbridalbouquets.com/def...
Wholesale flowers:
http://www.growersbox.com/
http://www.samsclub.com/shopping/navigat...
Reply:Hey-I used ivory English roses from Pottery Barn, and everyone kept asking if they were real, so I say YES to silk flowers.
I have seen the silks at Pier One, and they are so pretty, so yes, go for it!
DIY save the date magnets - has anyone done this?
I just had a brilliant idea! I'm totally in over my head with my wedding budget. I am not trying to do tacky DIY stuff but between the venue, the reception, the food, the officiant, the florist, the cake, the DJ, the favors, blah blah blah I just need to cut back somewhere. I'm pretty creative so I'm making my own invitations (they will be gorgeous and are going to look expensive) but I just had an idea for save the date magnets.
They sell magnet sheets at staples that you print yourself with your inkjet and then you can cut them to any size you want. If I make my own, it's about $12 for 5 sheets and I can definitely get between 60-80 magnets out of that.
Has anyone done this? I'm worried that the ink will smudge especially because people will probably put them on the refrigerator and if their hands are wet in the kitchen . . .
What do you think?
DIY save the date magnets - has anyone done this?
We did this for my best friend's wedding about 5 years ago. They looked great and did not smudge.
I decided not to do this though because the ink did fade after a few months (so be careful if you are sending them out very early!)
Oh and the new trend of having stainless steel appliances also turned me away from doing this - magnets don't stick to stainless steel!
Reply:These are quite common and generally well accepted by most people. I don't think smudging is an large of a concern as you think it is.
I think this sounds lovely and cost effective.
Go for it.
Also note that you do not have to send out "save the dates" unless your wedding falls around a holiday, peak vacation time, or includes mostly out of town guests.
Sending regular invites 8-10 weeks in advance would leave plently of time for most (the usual timeframe for sending invites is 6-8 weeks for the vast majority).
Reply:Save your money alltogether! Don't bother with these. The ink will smudge and I personally find save the date magnets useless. Unless you are having a large number of out of town guests, do not bother with save the dates of any type. They are a wedding marketing gimic to get you to spend more money. I throw these things away once I get them.
Reply:yeahh its the new thing i guess. i'd do it. its pretty neat. and no one will forget your date bc everyone will put it on their fridge. and they'll prbly keep it after the wedding too to remember ur day. so go for it!
Reply:that's smart. I did my own Save-the-date postcards. they looked amazing. But I would suggest you get a whole sheet of that size cards printed at kinkos. They're having a .49 cent special on color copies. So get a few pages of those on cardstock, cut them out and stick them on the magnets. They'd be gorgeous. :)
Reply:for my invitations, i put a magnet on the back of each one... so people can put it on their fridge..
everyone loved that idea...
Reply:I don't know much about printing but I would think you need a special kind of ink that will stay put. I did my own save the date magnets and had them printed at vistaprint.com for about $1/each. This included the cost of a customized envelope.
http://www.vistaprint.com/vp/ns/gallery....
Reply:A friend of mine did this , and they looked great! It didn't smudge on our fridge.
Reply:You can save money even further by buying one magnet sheet and cutting it up into small squares and gluing one to the back of a save the date made from some extra paper from your invites.
EG. out of an A4 paper sheet you should be able to print about 8 save the dates (you might want to print on slightly thicker paper or card) if you place a piece of magnet on the back with some double sided tape or glue it will hold the weight. The magnet only needs to be about 1cm or 1/2 inch square and you don't have to worry about it smudging. You might even get 12 save the dates out of an A4 sheet if you are frugal
Reply:I would suggest printing the invitations on some nice sturdy stationary and just attaching a strip of magnet on the back. I think if you printed on a magnetic sheet they would look kinda cheesy.
Reply:i made my save the date magnets the other night. First we made our cards (which are actually photos like you would get from a photobooth and in each picture we are holding a different picture "save", "the", "date" "7.26.08". ) we took pictures and made them on photoshop, it is shaped like a bookmark. Then we put as many as we could on one page in a microsoft document and took them to Staples and printed them off in black and white (too save money and look authentic). I cut them out and got a roll of magnetic tape and cut little squares and stuck them to the top of the save the date so it could be on my refridgerator. They are really cute and only ended up costing .49 cents a sheet about 28.00 for me and i bought tape and envelopes for 12 bucks. so about 40 bucks. really cheap and original.
Reply:I love that idea! Go for it, it is a new chic trend and not very many couples are doing this so, it will be something they will remember from your wedding. Great DYI project! I have been doing alot of DYI things for my wedding and I'm having so much fun , you will love it! Enjoy and congratulations!
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They sell magnet sheets at staples that you print yourself with your inkjet and then you can cut them to any size you want. If I make my own, it's about $12 for 5 sheets and I can definitely get between 60-80 magnets out of that.
Has anyone done this? I'm worried that the ink will smudge especially because people will probably put them on the refrigerator and if their hands are wet in the kitchen . . .
What do you think?
DIY save the date magnets - has anyone done this?
We did this for my best friend's wedding about 5 years ago. They looked great and did not smudge.
I decided not to do this though because the ink did fade after a few months (so be careful if you are sending them out very early!)
Oh and the new trend of having stainless steel appliances also turned me away from doing this - magnets don't stick to stainless steel!
Reply:These are quite common and generally well accepted by most people. I don't think smudging is an large of a concern as you think it is.
I think this sounds lovely and cost effective.
Go for it.
Also note that you do not have to send out "save the dates" unless your wedding falls around a holiday, peak vacation time, or includes mostly out of town guests.
Sending regular invites 8-10 weeks in advance would leave plently of time for most (the usual timeframe for sending invites is 6-8 weeks for the vast majority).
Reply:Save your money alltogether! Don't bother with these. The ink will smudge and I personally find save the date magnets useless. Unless you are having a large number of out of town guests, do not bother with save the dates of any type. They are a wedding marketing gimic to get you to spend more money. I throw these things away once I get them.
Reply:yeahh its the new thing i guess. i'd do it. its pretty neat. and no one will forget your date bc everyone will put it on their fridge. and they'll prbly keep it after the wedding too to remember ur day. so go for it!
Reply:that's smart. I did my own Save-the-date postcards. they looked amazing. But I would suggest you get a whole sheet of that size cards printed at kinkos. They're having a .49 cent special on color copies. So get a few pages of those on cardstock, cut them out and stick them on the magnets. They'd be gorgeous. :)
Reply:for my invitations, i put a magnet on the back of each one... so people can put it on their fridge..
everyone loved that idea...
Reply:I don't know much about printing but I would think you need a special kind of ink that will stay put. I did my own save the date magnets and had them printed at vistaprint.com for about $1/each. This included the cost of a customized envelope.
http://www.vistaprint.com/vp/ns/gallery....
Reply:A friend of mine did this , and they looked great! It didn't smudge on our fridge.
Reply:You can save money even further by buying one magnet sheet and cutting it up into small squares and gluing one to the back of a save the date made from some extra paper from your invites.
EG. out of an A4 paper sheet you should be able to print about 8 save the dates (you might want to print on slightly thicker paper or card) if you place a piece of magnet on the back with some double sided tape or glue it will hold the weight. The magnet only needs to be about 1cm or 1/2 inch square and you don't have to worry about it smudging. You might even get 12 save the dates out of an A4 sheet if you are frugal
Reply:I would suggest printing the invitations on some nice sturdy stationary and just attaching a strip of magnet on the back. I think if you printed on a magnetic sheet they would look kinda cheesy.
Reply:i made my save the date magnets the other night. First we made our cards (which are actually photos like you would get from a photobooth and in each picture we are holding a different picture "save", "the", "date" "7.26.08". ) we took pictures and made them on photoshop, it is shaped like a bookmark. Then we put as many as we could on one page in a microsoft document and took them to Staples and printed them off in black and white (too save money and look authentic). I cut them out and got a roll of magnetic tape and cut little squares and stuck them to the top of the save the date so it could be on my refridgerator. They are really cute and only ended up costing .49 cents a sheet about 28.00 for me and i bought tape and envelopes for 12 bucks. so about 40 bucks. really cheap and original.
Reply:I love that idea! Go for it, it is a new chic trend and not very many couples are doing this so, it will be something they will remember from your wedding. Great DYI project! I have been doing alot of DYI things for my wedding and I'm having so much fun , you will love it! Enjoy and congratulations!
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