Dreaming of a beautiful, fresh floral-filled wedding without breaking the bank? Do-it-yourself wedding flowers are a fantastic way to save money and add a personal touch to your BIG day. With a little planning and effort, you can create stunning fresh arrangements that will impress your guests.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you get started:

Step 1: Set a Budget

Before you start, determine how much you want to spend on your wedding flowers. Think bridal bouquet, bridesmaid bouquets, boutonnieres, corsages, aisle décor, and table arrangements. These can be as simple or elaborate as your budget allows. Setting a specific cost will help you choose the right flowers and supplies.

Step 2: Select Your Wedding Flowers

• Consider your wedding theme and color palette. Do you want the vibe to be country-chic with florals like baby’s breath and garden roses? Do you dream of an upscale wedding with florals like calla lilies and stock? Do you want simple décor on the tables like a self-made garland of silver dollar eucalyptus or something dramatic like gladiolas?
• Purchase your flowers and supplies from FlowersForWeddings.com for a wide variety of options and competitive prices. We offer wholesale wedding flowers, greens, and garlands. From tulips, to lisianthus, ranunculus, and more!

Step 3: Gather Your Supplies

• Vases: Choose a variety of sizes and shapes to create different arrangements.
• Floral Foam: This will help keep your arrangements in place.
• Floral Wire and Tape: These are essential for creating bouquets and boutonnieres.
• Floral Shears: For cutting stems and foliage.
• Ribbon: Tie your wedding flowers with an elegant ribbon.
• Thorn Strippers: Essential for removing thorns and leaves from roses.

Step 4: Learn Basic Flower Arranging Techniques

• Watch online tutorials (Follow FlowersForWeddings.com on social media for tutorial videos) or take a floral arranging class. We havesimple tutorials on boutonnieres, corsages, DIY centerpieces, and more. Learn the difference between the multiple eucalyptus varieties, and how to incorporate sage green into your décor.
• Start with simple arrangements and gradually work your way up to more complex designs. Designing your own wedding flowers is a budget-friendly way to add beautiful, fresh elements to your special day. A little creativity and patience has a big payoff.

Step 5: A few Tips to Create Your Arrangements

• Start by adding a base of greenery, to hold your wedding flowers in place.
• Select a focal point flower for your arrangement, such as a large bloom or a cluster of blooms.
• Add filler flowers for balance. Spin your bouquet, so you can see each angle.
• Use more greenery to fill in the gaps.
• Utilize floral wire to stabilize any bendy stems.
• Utilize floral tape or floral adhesive to secure florals together.

Here are some DIY wedding flower ideas to inspire you:

• DIY Wedding Bouquets: Create a beautiful bouquet using your favorite flowers.
• DIY Centerpieces: Design elegant centerpieces using a variety of vases and containers.
• DIY Boutonnieres and Corsages: Make personalized boutonnieres and corsages for the groom, groomsmen, and special guests.
• DIY Flower Crowns: Add a bohemian touch to your wedding with DIY flower crowns.

Remember, the key to successful DIY wedding flowers is planning and practice. Start early, gather your supplies, and have fun experimenting with different textures, tones, designs. By following these tips and purchasing your flowers and supplies from FlowersForWeddings.com, you can create stunning floral displays that will make your wedding day unforgettable.