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. A wedding would be quite incomplete without these fragrant gifts of mother earth.

They are more than just something nice to look at; they represent new hope and a prosperous future. The bride feels her wedding to be akin to a fairy tale if the preparation and presentation of the flowers is 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

Always keep the theme and colors of the wedding in mind when choosing what flowers to use. The flowers should complement the other aspects of the wedding, not distract from them, and so a good idea is to match and blend the flowers with color and style of the brides dress. 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) Additional Materials

The bouquet that the bride carries on the aisle is where the flowers play a major part. It is very easy to create your own. First, gather up your materials. You will need about three dozens of your chosen flower, a sharp scissor, florist tape, and ribbons.

3) Making Bouquets

This is one of the many various ways that you take your flowers and arrange them into a beautiful bouquet. Select three flowers, of the same type, that you particularly like, and that you want to make the centerpiece of the bouquet. 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. Be sure to ask for some help taping the stem; you might have a difficulty holding all 36 flowers and tying them together at the same time.

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. Carefully cut the excess stems with a sharp scissor approximately an inch below the ribbon. Place the bouquet on 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.

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