Personalize Your Bouquet

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This year brides are looking for little ways to add a personal touch to their wedding. One way to achieve this is with you bouquet. Many brides are now adding family heirlooms such as pearl earrings, or a necklace to the handle of their bouquet. I have also seen brides wrap rosaries around the handle of the bouquet or a locket with a picture containing the couple’s picture. While the flowers are something you share with everyone, the handle of your bouquet is something personal and only for you. Adding personal touches to the handle makes the bouquet extra special and isn’t that what a wedding is all about; making things extra special?See Rosary pictured above. 

Who Pays for the Flower Girl’s Dress?

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Traditionally the little one’s parents pay for the dress. However, times have changed and sometimes the bride and groom fit the bill as an act of gratitude. If the parents are paying for the dress try to keep the dress in their price range. You may offer a choice of a few dresses so that they can choose one that is more in their budget. Keep in mind that the Bride and Groom do pay for the flower basket, any petals for the basket, and any flowers that you want in her hair.

Personalized Glass Photo Vase

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This vase pictured above is a great idea as a gift or for the décor of your wedding. The glass vase holds one 4×6 picture and you are able to customize the top line to say anything you want. This would be a great place holder for the bride and groom’s bale. Have your new names engraved or bride and groom and add an engagement picture and you have a one of a kind place setting! It can also be saved and used as a great decoration for you home after the wedding, either keeping your engagement picture or replacing it with your wedding picture.Check it out!

An Atmosphere of Romance

Warm up a winter wedding by creating an atmosphere of romance. A ton of candles will create this atmosphere with a far less coast than flowers. Arrange tea lights around your flowers or on your tables. Have pillar candles in various heights in special spots around your wedding. Use floating candles in a bowl with Rose blossoms, is a striking centerpiece. A great and unique way to make an impression is to light the pathway of your guests with candles. Arrange candles in Plexiglas boxes on the porch deck and hang then from the roof with ribbon, lighting a scenic path for guests departing the reception.

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What Needs to be in Your Contract with Your Florist

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I was browsing through The Knot website and I ran across an article that I wanted to share with you. These are twelve things that need to be in your contract with your florist. The Knot urges to not to sign anything unless these items are covered.

[] Name and contact information for you and the vendor:

[] Date, times, and locations of your ceremony and reception:

[] An itemized list of all the flower arrangements you’re buying — from bouquets to centerpieces — with exact names, amounts, and colors:

[] Flower alternatives (in your price range) should a specific bloom be unavailable on your wedding day; also include unacceptable substitutions, if any:

[] A list of items the florist will supply — centerpiece vases, trellises, other accessories:

[] Arrival times for setup at the ceremony and reception sites:

[] Where and when bouquets and boutonnieres should be delivered, if not to the ceremony site (to your home, for example):

[] Name of the florist who will be on hand during the wedding:

[] Total cost and payment schedule:

[] Sales tax, overtime charges, delivery fees, and setup fees:

[] Deposit amount and due date:

[] Balance amount and due date:

[] Cancellation/refund policy:

[] Florist’s signature:

[] Your signature:

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Trend Alert~Black and White Themed Weddings

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Black and white weddings were big last year, but this year they are going to be all the rage. This timeless look simply screams elegance. There are also a lot of ways to spice up a black and white wedding, like adding a black sash to your wedding dress or even getting a dress with a bit of  black in it. There are also many options for flowers. Roses are a timeless and beautiful option. Bouquets of mini white calla lilies are gorgeous, so is carrying one single calla lily. However, if drama is the name of your game then you have to go with the black calla lily. While they are not truly black, they appear black before they turn purple. So you and your florist will have to plan together to make sure the lilies look black. But this is a very bold and elegant look that is sure to be remembered. You may also think of having an all white candy bar. The all white candy bars are by far the prettiest I have seen. One thing is for sure the options are wide open for a black and white wedding. Whether you have something whimsy or traditional, it is sure to look extremely elegant.