Wedding Flowers & Wedding Garland

We saw these beautiful photos of some very cute wedding details over at the Bride’s Cafe the other day and we just had to share! We love little wedding details like these and this wedding had tons of them - almost all of them from Etsy shops!

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How sweet is that little garland that’s being used as a table runner? And the mason jars are a really nice touch in their bright blue containers. Check out all of the details from this wedding over at the Bride’s Cafe.

April Showers Bring May Wedding Flowers

Let’s kick off May with a little floral wedding inspiration - of the centerpiece variety. We gathered up a few different photos from around the web showcasing some different floral wedding styles for you to gander at. Click the photos to see where they originally came from for more ideas!

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Wedding Flower Arrangement Ideas

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Creating your own bouquets and flower arrangements can save you a ton of money, especially if you buy your flowers directly from growers. You can create your own simple arrangements for your tables and bouquets without a lot of work or stress. Use a lot of flowers to create simple elegance for your tables.

  • Purchase your flowers at the farmer’s market. Talk to the vendors and see what you can get from them. Many would be willing to aside some flowers just for you to pick up and buy before your wedding day.
  • Buy a variety of flowers from the farmer’s market, too. A lot of them already have bunches of flowers ready to go, which you can easily transfer into your centerpieces.
  • Visit thrift stores or flea markets and pick up vintage bottles for a steal. Lots of dishware and glass can be picked up a great price, saving you money and giving your reception a unique, homey look and feel to it.
  • Save the tin cans from your food and use those as vases for your flowers. Pick cans with your favorite labels on them or strip the labels off and creative your own labels or collages for each table at your reception.
  • Use something different for your vases, such as sake sets (which could also be used as favors), etched drinking glasses, used wine bottles, mismatched tea cups or pottery.
  • Learn how to grow your own flowers for your wedding and what’s best to grow and when you should plant.

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Check out some of these resources for more information on how to do your own bouquets and flower arrangements:

  • 2G Roses - Provides fresh cut flowers directly from the grower. They also have a list of flower availabilities by month.
  • How to Make a Bouquet for the Bride - Provides suggestions on how to make one-of-a-kind bridal bouquets.
  • Design Your Own Flower Arrangements (from Lowes) - Detailed instructions that tell you what supplies and materials you’ll need, container choices, how to care and prep your flowers, and various different arrangement styles. There is also a guide for what flowers are best for each season.

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Photos by John the Photographer

Wedding Flower: Fabric Flower by Emersonmade

Fabric Flowers are a great way to add a special touch your upcoming San Diego Wedding. Not only are they beautifully crafted, but they will serve as a lifetime keepsake after your wedding is over. The fabric flower featured in this post all come from EmersonMade. Check out the photos and links below!

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All products by EmersonMade
Trotting Blooms (flowers for your shoes!) | The Kiss Corsage (flowers for your dress!)
Something Blue Ring Bearer Pillow
| Souvenir Boutonnieres (flowers for your man!)

Balsa Wood Flower Arrangements

Stay eco-friendly while planning your San Diego wedding with these Balsa Wood flower arrangements. They’re the perfect eco-chic decor - everlasting, eco-friendly, and lovely to boot. They’re that special touch of ivory in your bouquet, the grooms’ boutonniere, or a table setting accent…and they’re perfect any time of year.

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Check out the full article on the San Diego Wedding Insider for more information about each photo!