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The fireplace in this room becomes a focal point by placing this impressive swag on the mantle. This swag is made up of bunches of green grapes, limes, red tulips and fern. |
Creating a scheme using Wedding reception flower arrangements
Flowers are by far the most effective way to customize and personalize a space such as a hotel reception room or marquee, these create a welcoming and celebratory atmosphere. It is natural for the reception flowers to be inspired by the bride and bridesmaids bouquets, but there is scope to use a larger range of flowers and colors which will allow you to create a variation of the wedding theme.Start by selecting the positions for your wedding reception flower arrangements within the space. Then make the most of your budget, place your largest arrangements which are obvious focal points where they will be noticed most: such as the entrance and exits; the place where the receiving line will be, fireplaces, alcoves, niches or windowsills.
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Add a floral arrangement to a water feature helps set the tone. |
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Roses and greenery at the entrance to the reception give an indication to a romantic theme. |
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A few flowers decorate the front porch at the wedding reception. |
Then consider the details for the wedding reception flower arrangements which are to be used on the tables and as centerpieces. If the table is long and faces the rest of the room a striking centerpiece or even a swag along its length will make an impressive display.
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If the tables are round a center display or one large arrangement or a cluster of smaller ones works well; if your guests are to be seated at a long trestle table, a series of arrangements going down the length of the table looks great.
Remember whatever arrangements that you select make sure that they don’t obstruct your guests view from the person opposite; make sure that they are low or tall enough so that your guests can converse.
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Tall centerpiece |
Low centerpiece |
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Small flower arrangement used to decorate a curtain. |
Simple display of gerbera daisies use for the table center shows what can be done even on a limited budget. |
A casual floral arrangement sets a tone for a relaxed reception |
Then think about the smaller floral details. You could decorate each place setting with a single flower such as a rose, tulip, carnation or orchid.
Instead of the traditional place cards you could plant miniature terracotta pots (painted or unpainted) with growing flowers such as violets, lilly of the valley or alyssums and then tie a name label to the pot with narrow ribbon or use bamboo skewers to stake the name tags into the pots.
If you are having a spring wedding you could plant bulbs well ahead of time so that they will be in flower for the wedding. These can also double up as favors for guests to take home.
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An assortment of fresh spring flowers in terracotta pots. |
Napkins can be secured with sprigs of flowers and ribbon or cord; small posies can be tied to the backs of the chairs and decorated with tulle or ribbon. Scatter the tables with rose petals or have small bowls filled with water and floating candles and flower heads.
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A chair back decorated with pink flowers. |
A maroon orchid and gold ribbon decorate this napkin. |
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Fresh petals make a romantic confetti scattered over the table. |
The cake can even be decorated with fresh flowers which is an easier and cheaper way to decorate your cake.
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Using fresh flowers is an easy and quick way to decorate your wedding cake. |
Make sure that the flowers that you use have not been sprayed with chemicals. |
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Wedding Tip #2 If you are on a tight budget use lots of greenery. Greenery is inexpenvise and will make a great filler and you will use less flowers. Try using potted plants and shrubs such a ficus trees which can be rented. You may even have your own fake trees at home, or you could borrow from friends and family. These will look charming when lit with tiny lights. |
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