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Make your Own Flower Arrangements
Given the cost of wedding flowers - some people choose to make their own wedding flower arrangements. Whilst this can potentially save you quite a bit of money - you need to consider whether you have sufficient creative flair to make it work. If you have to practise a lot - you could find it costs you a lot more in terms of time and money.
Timing is another factor to consider. Wedding flowers need to be fresh - which means buying the flowers and making your wedding flower arrangements a day or two before the wedding. With everything else going on - have you really got time? Unless you opt for simple arrangements and have friends available to help - you may find yourself taking too much on.
Tips for making your own wedding flower arrangements:
- Choose flowers that are in season. These are the cheapest option and will be easier to obtain.
- Choose flowers that stay fresh longer.
- Keep your wedding flowers simple. Choose an arrangement that is easy to replicate and quick to do.
- Buy your flowers direct from a wholesaler or local flower market.
- If in doubt - take a floristry course. Lots of courses cater especially for those choosing to make their own wedding flower arrangements. What better way to have fun and learn a new skill in the process?
- Ask around to see whether you have any talented friends or florists who want to help with your wedding flowers.
- Search the web for good deals on flower vases - eBay is a great place to start. You can save even more money if you sell the vases after your big day.