Wedding ceremonies are made up of many integral parts – one of which is flowers. The use of them has developed beyond just mere decoration, and they are now as much a part of wedding traditions as anything else. In fact, can you even remember the last time that you went to a wedding at which there was not any flowers?
They are a symbol of new hope and a bright future. The bride feels her wedding be akin to a fairy tale if the preparation and presentation of the flowers are done correctly.
So, what are the steps that need to be taken to ensure that flowers used at a wedding are perfect for the occasion?
1) Choosing Flowers
In picking what flowers to choose, keep in mind the theme and the color premise of the wedding. They should match and blend well with the entourage and the brides gown too. The types of flowers you choose are also important, so do not just focus on the color. Do a little research and find out what flowers are in season at the time of the wedding. By being knowledgeable about this, you can get the freshest looking flowers at the best possible price.
2) Preparing The Materials
You will need more than just the flowers themselves. Good scissors, florist tape and ribbons will also be required in order to turn a standard bunch of flowers into a bouquet of flowers that is fit for the bride to carry down the aisle. Consider buying, or renting from a library, some books on the topic too, so that you can learn some little tricks and tips.
3) Creation Of The Bouquets
This is one of the many various ways that you take your flowers and arrange them into a beautiful bouquet. Start by choosing three flowers that you want to use as the centerpiece of your arrangement. Puff air into the center of each flower to give it a fuller look. Put them together, creating a triangle. Stack each flower unevenly; each one should have a slightly different level of height. This technique adds dimension to your arrangement. Continue adding up two to three flowers at a time until they form a dome. After which, you can tie them up with a florist tape at least 8 inches below the flowers. This is really more than a one person job as, for a perfect result, you will need one person to hold the flowers together (there could be well be 36 in a single bouquet) whilst the other one tapes them.
4) Add The Final Touches
Adding ribbons to the flowers and tape should be done to cover up any unsightly parts and to highlight the colors of the flowers. Then carefully cut the excess stems and ensure that they are all even in length. Place the bouquet in a plastic container or a vase with a quarter inch of water or you can store them inside a fridge covered by a loose plastic bag. Finally, spray the flowers with water avoiding the ribbons.
