Should I Do my Own Wedding Flowers?
Weddings are dreamy!
With all the love exploding in your heart, filled with hopes and dreams of forever, it is pretty common to rush to Pintrest and begin your vision boards. Next you call your florist and name all the ways you want to fill your day with fresh gorgeous blooms, but then she asks you to name your budget for all your stunning ideas.
You are not alone if you suddenly think the only way you can have the wedding event of your dreams is to do them yourself (DIY). Many brides feel this way!
But is DIY right for you?
I am here for you! Here is a quick checklist to guide you through.
Do I feel comfortable working with flowers?
Do I (or someone I appoint) have at least 8 hours the day before the wedding to work on making the floral arrangements?
Am I able to travel to pick up my flowers a day before the wedding?
Do I have a good place (cool place out of direct sunlight and away from pets) to store the flowers between pick-up and the wedding and a good work space?
Do I have friends or family who can help me the day before the wedding willing to take part of a large last-minute project?
Will I be okay if my flowers aren’t exactly like my inspo picture?
Do I have someone willing to set up all the centerpieces and other flower decorations when I need to be getting dressed and ready?
Do I feel like hunting down all the vases and other containers myself, and do I know what I'll do with them afterwards?
Do I want to buy all the necessary supplies to make the more intricate wedding party flowers (boutonnieres, bouquets, corsages, etc) or do I want to hire a farmer florist to do those while I handle all the other flower decorations?
Do I have someone who can help clean up and take away all the flowers/decor after the wedding is done?
Just know that no matter which is best for you, or if a combination will work great, all are great options. I will help you with A’la Carte menu of pieces you would like made for you and loose stems to create your own. Simply inquire here!Also, I want to reassure you that the most important element for a beautiful wedding is two people being deeply committed to love, respect and care for each other. If you've got that, you have got not only a beautiful wedding in your future, but also a beautiful life.
Along with this checklist, once you are booked you will get emails that go over when to pick up your flowers and transportation details.
Don't worry. You are on the right path. I am confident that when these questions are answered truthfully, it is clear if DIY is right for you by the end.
I'll be here for you when you are done. Simply fill out this inquiry form to get us started!
