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		<description><![CDATA[Congratulations! You have found the man of your dreams and are getting married. What a wonderful time in your life &#8211; full of promise, hope, and happiness. Can you think of a better way to express these emotions than through flowers? A wedding would just not be the same without wedding flowers.  The Tradition [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">Congratulations! You have found the man of your dreams and are getting married. What a wonderful time in your life &#8211; full of promise, hope, and happiness. Can you think of a better way to express these emotions than through flowers? A wedding would just not be the same without wedding flowers.  The Tradition of Wedding Flowers  Carrying flowers by the bride is not something new; it actually has its roots in ancient times. Strong smelling herbs and spices were used to keep away evil spirits during the wedding celebration. Later, during the Roman era, flowers were used to symbolize fertility. Eventually, flowers were given different meanings and used as a way of sending &#8220;love notes&#8221; in the form of bouquets. Soon, the tradition of the meaning of each flower trickled down and was adopted for the bride&#8217;s bouquet.  By tradition, the groom wears a flower that appears in the bridal bouquet in his buttonhole. This custom originates from the Medieval tradition of a knight wearing his lady&#8217;s colors as a declaration of love.  So it seems that a wedding without flowers is like, well, it&#8217;s like a garden without flowers!  So Many Choices  Have you ever considered how many different kinds of flowers there are? Hundreds of beautiful blooms are available to create the romantic elegance your wedding deserves. You may even feel like author Phoebe Cary, who said, &#8220;I know not which I love the most, Nor which the comeliest shows, The timid, bashful violet Or the royal-hearted rose: The pansy in purple dress, The pink with cheek of red, Or the faint, fair heliotrope, who hangs, Like a bashful maid her head.&#8221; So, how do you choose?  One way is to consider the different meanings of the flowers and create a bouquet that is not only beautiful to the eye, but also meaningful to the heart. Another way is to consider the time of year. Many flowers are more common during one season than another, so finding off-season flowers may be difficult!  Based on tradition, here are some of the more popular wedding bouquet flowers and what they mean, along with when they are in season:      * Red Rose &#8211; Love, All Year     * White Rose &#8211; Unity, All Year     * Yellow Rose &#8211; Joy, All Year     * Orange Rose &#8211; Passion, All Year     * Pink Rose &#8211; Secret Love, or Grace &amp; Sweetness, All Year     * Alstroemeria &#8211; Devotion, All Year     * Baby&#8217;s Breath &#8211; Innocence, All Year     * Calla Lily &#8211; Magnificent Beauty, March through September     * Carnation &#8211; Devoted Love, All Year     * Daisy &#8211; Innocence &amp; Romance, All Year     * Ivy &#8211; Fidelity, Marriage, All Year     * Lily Of The Valley &#8211; Happiness, March through September     * Myrtle &#8211; Joy , All Year     * Orchid &#8211; Love &amp; Beauty, All Year     * Stephanotis &#8211; Marital Happiness, All Year     * Tulips &#8211; Love &amp; Passion, January through April     * Zinnia &#8211; Affection, All Year  The best way to get the right flowers is to choose the right florist and one of the best ways to find a good florist is by word of mouth. If the florist&#8217;s service and work comes highly recommended, chances are they will do a good job for you. Select a florist that listens to you and really grasps the look and feel you want. Be open to the florist&#8217;s ideas and suggestions. In the long run, it will be the value of their experience, talent, and expertise that you have purchased.  Don&#8217;t Forget the Flowers for the&#8230;.  In addition to flowers for the wedding party and family members, you will need flowers for the church, arrangements for the reception tables, head table, and guest book table. You may even want flowers for the cake and a small bouquet for the ladies&#8217; room. To make sure you don&#8217;t forget any of your floral needs, here is a list of possibilities:      * Flowers for the Bridal Party     * Bride&#8217;s Bouquet     * Maid/Matron of Honor     * Mother of the Bride     * Mother of the Groom     * Bridesmaids     * Flower Girl     * Grandmothers     * Groom     * Best Man     * Father of the Bride     * Father of the Groom     * Ushers     * Ring Bearer     * Grandfathers  Flowers for the Wedding Ceremony      * Altar Arrangements     * Aisle Markers     * Candelabras     * Aisle Runner     * Canopy or Archway     * Kneeling Bench  Flowers for the Reception      * Bridal Table     * Cake Table     * Guest Table     * Buffet Table     * Bandstand     * Gift Table     * Guest Book Table     * Bouquet to Throw  Fresh flowers underline the importance and elegance of your wedding day. They enhance any setting and can literally transform an average looking room into a beautiful scene. If you&#8217;ve planned well, your flowers will be exactly what you want, and you&#8217;ll be free to focus on what your day is all about.  Claire Bowes runs her own website Wedding Favors Ideas If you&#8217;re planning a wedding, then get some ideas for Cheap Wedding Favors  Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Claire_Bowes</p>
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		<title>Save Money on Your Wedding Flowers &#8211; Buy Flowers According to Season</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Avoiding the frustration of going over budget on your wedding flowers can be averted if you know the availability of your flower choices. Just like certain fruits and vegetables, you can except to see certain flower types more abundant during certain times of the year. Although there are some flowers ready for purchase year-round, for [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">Avoiding the frustration of going over budget on your wedding flowers can be averted if you know the availability of your flower choices. Just like certain fruits and vegetables, you can except to see certain flower types more abundant during certain times of the year. Although there are some flowers ready for purchase year-round, for an event such as your wedding, you may want to expand your flower choices to non-traditional selections. Even though you choices may be narrowed down, it can be a beautiful way of incorporating flowers that are synonymous with the weather. Doing so will also allow you to buy flowers in bulk more readily, helping you save. Including seasonal flowers within you bouquet and arrangements will enhancing the naturally inspired beauty of your wedding.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Spring Flowers<br />
Spring is the season of re-birth and new beginnings. There are many wedding flower choices perfect for springtime &#8211; daffodils, tulips, hyacinths and soft colored roses in pink and peach. Many of these flowers add eye-appealing interest to your bouquet. These blooms are also closely linked to meanings of happiness in marriage and romance. Purple, pink and white tulips are a favorite for spring because of their simplistic elegance. Adding other romantic flowers such as peonies and lily-of-the-valley to your bouquet will wow your guests.</p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">Summer Flowers<br />
Summer is the time when a large variety of flowers are at hand. Vibrant colors are usually used in bouquets and flower centerpieces. Accenting these flowers with white roses or orchids, can be a great way to spice things up, but always keep your wedding on the traditional side. Flowers that are abundant during summer are: snapdragons, sunflowers, zinnias, dahlias, daisies, and cockscomb to name a few. Summer wedding flowers usually come in a wide variety of shades to complement your wedding theme. These dazzling and colorful bouquets are great for conveying messages of youthful love and everlasting admiration.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Fall Flowers<br />
Colors that are usually associated with fall are orange, yellow, brown and darker shades of red. This color combination can make for a beautiful and eye-catching wedding bouquet. Look for flowers like hydrangea, sun flower, asters and chrysanthemums. For personalized touches in your fall flower bouquet, adding green or darker brown leaves will help add an earthy, natural vibe. Adding texture to your arrangement is also easy &#8211; consider using berries, which are bursting with color. This will give your bouquet the ultimate fall appearance. If your heart is still set on summer flowers, it&#8217;s no problem! Many flowers are still grown through the fall months and can easily be added to your bridal bouquet.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Winter Flowers<br />
Winter is a time of formality, with soft shades of blues, lavender and white commonly appearing in flower arrangements. The simplicity of flowers like orchids and amaryllis have a striking elegance during the winter months. Flowers that are abundant during this time of year are orchids, sweet pea, camellia, grape hyacinth and viburnum. Shades of blues and purples have a calm and soothing appearance and have the ability to be both restful and majestic. Fit for a queen, these lovely wintry colors will grab attention and love from all your guests.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">There still are many options for wedding flowers that are available year-round. Flowers such as roses, aster, calla lilies, carnations, delphiniums, iris, orchids, gerbera and chrysanthemums can be purchased without worry of becoming too costly. If you are provided with the option of buying your wedding flowers in bulk, take advantage of it. Most times, these prices are cheaper compared to the amount of flowers you get. Especially if you are doing your wedding flowers yourself, it can assist you in making sure you stay under budget. Adding pop and shine to your flower bouquet is easy when you incorporate fresh, seasonal flowers!</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Janna Hagan is the owner of http://www.special-flower-delivery.com/wedding-flowers.htm where you can find a complete guide to finding the perfect wedding flowers, from bouquets to arrangements. Learn how to hire the right florist and save money on your wedding floral designs.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Janna_L_Hagan</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[From the rings to the shoes, from the food to the flowers, weddings come at no small cost. It only makes sense that current brides and grooms-to-be are choosing to penny-pinch wherever possible. Wedding flowers often become the first casualty of a budget-minded couple’s matrimonial plans, but there are many tricks of the trade which [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>From the rings to the shoes, from the food to the flowers, weddings come at no small cost. It only makes sense that current brides and grooms-to-be are choosing to penny-pinch wherever possible. Wedding flowers often become the first casualty of a budget-minded couple’s matrimonial plans, but there are many tricks of the trade which will allow you to lavish your ceremony with floral bliss and not break the bank. Use these excellent tips to minimize spending and get the biggest bang for your buck!</p>
<p>1. Choose Flowers in Season</p>
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<p>This is a critical money-saver. It is also important to keep in mind that flowers look and smell best when they are fresh and in season. This is especially true for roses. But if you have your heart set on a particular flower that holds sentimental value for you, it would be wise to plan your ceremony around the time period it will be in seasonal bloom.<br />
Although flowers in season will give you a beautifully scented bouquet, use caution with the flowers you choose to include in any centerpieces at your reception. The fragrances that come from flowers as gardenia, jasmine or freesia can be overwhelming and may not be the best choice for dining tables. Overpowering flowers might also stir up any allergies that your guests may have.</p>
<p>2. Do it yourself</p>
<p>When considering the daunting task of preparing and designing the wedding floral arrangements on your own, take the time to fully consider all of the responsibilities that will come with such a task. Questions that you might want to ask yourself are:</p>
<p>• Am I motivated enough?</p>
<p>• Will I have enough time to arrange bouquets/centerpieces before the ceremony?</p>
<p>• How much money will I save vs. how much work is involved?</p>
<p>Many women find that, in the interest of saving money, they end up learning a costly lesson. It is important to remember the many challenges involved with coordinating what may be the most important event of your life. You may be able to find a relative or member of the bridal party who would be willing to help you assemble your floral arrangements and bouquets. Think of the fun you would have spending your last days as a bachelorette with your best friends!</p>
<p>If you find yourself industrious enough to go it alone, there are many quick courses in floral design that are available through local community colleges and arts-and-crafts stores such as Michaels.</p>
<p>The internet is a fantastic resource to take advantage of, as well! Web sites such as save-on-crafts.com offer free instructional lessons that will tell you not only which flowers work best in a bouquet, but provide valuable steps designed to help you put your arrangements together successfully. You might also want to check for wedding ceremonies that will be held on the same day as yours. Chances are good that you could share the expense of the ceremony flowers with another couple looking to do the same!</p>
<p>Keep in mind, however, that even if opting for the “budget bridal bouquet”, remember that it is a very key aspect of the wedding and should be an expression of the bride’s personality. Try to keep a sense of balance between the wedding gown, the bridesmaid’s gowns, the ceremony flowers and decorations and the bouquet.</p>
<p>From that point, the other flowers, such as the bridesmaid’s flowers, the flowers at the reception can follow the theme and take on the elements of the bride’s bouquet. Current colors for 2006 are chocolate with pale pink, baby blue or mint green. Colors generally follow the trends of interior designing.</p>
<p>Consult with a florist. This could cost up to $100 in consultation fees, but their wealth of knowledge is sure to add a professional polish to the finished product. If you take into account the fact that florists can generally charge 3 times the price that a wholesaler would and charge additional labor costs for designing and assembling the flowers, you would still be saving money.</p>
<p>Buy your flowers from a wholesaler. Wholesalers sell their flowers much more cheaply than a florist does. If you decide to deal with a floral wholesaler, it is important to know that they use a grading system. When choosing your flowers, make sure that you choose Grade 1 flowers. You can locate many floral wholesalers online. OnlineWholesaleFlowers.com actually offers “Wedding in a Box” packages of varying sizes that come with all the flowers necessary to create the look that you want. Budget-Bride.com has a similar package, which even includes items such as the cake knife and ring pillow!</p>
<p>If you are getting married in the spring/summer time, visit the farmer’s market and talk with the flowers vendors. Find out if they grow the flowers that you are looking for and don’t be shy to ask if they have ever done weddings. Always be sure to ask them what they do with the flowers that they don’t sell. You might be able to grab large amounts of them for a steal!</p>
<p>Tip: Try using masses of one flower to showcase the flower’s individual beauty.</p>
<p>3. Use a school</p>
<p>Most high schools and colleges have horticulture classes that specialize in caring for and arranging flowers and plants. For a small fee, you could hire these aspiring florists who would be thrilled to work on your arrangements. The teachers of such a course will act as your safety net and, as an added bonus to you, will have extensive experience and oversee your project.</p>
<p>4. Have a Garden Wedding</p>
<p>Consider having the ceremony and/or the reception in a beautiful garden! Do you know someone that has a beautiful backyard and would be honored to host a wedding there? There will be no need for arrangements if you are already surrounded by lush greenery and blossoming flowers. Be prepared, though! Depending on the regional climate (or the time of year you hold your wedding), you may want to make use of either awnings, patios or sophisticated white open-air tents in case Mother Nature decides to become a wedding guest!</p>
<p>5. Cut down on attendants</p>
<p>By choosing fewer attendants, you will not have to provide as many bouquets and boutonnieres. Since small ceremonies are currently in vogue, it will be a natural progression to balance out the ceremony with a more intimate wedding party. Many couples favor a secluded setting with soft, glowing candles or lights to provide a devastatingly romantic theme. These more intimate, family oriented gatherings are also advantageous because they help the bride and groom to stay within their budget.</p>
<p>It is also very elegant to have your bridesmaid carry a single flower tied with a piece of satin ribbon. Choose a flower that matches one of those in the bride’s bouquet, or that signifies a special meaning to you.</p>
<p>6. Avoid having your wedding on or near a holiday</p>
<p>Flowers are generally in high demand around Valentines Day, Mother’s day, proms, graduations and other special holidays. Because of this, prices rise dramatically and certain flowers are often impossible to find. As if this isn’t enough bad news, florists tend to be extremely busy during holidays while they desperately try to keep up with their increased business. Will they be left with enough time to put the desired attention into your flowers?</p>
<p>You can take great advantage of this if planning your wedding around the Christmas holidays. It is a safe bet that most venues, either indoor or out, will be festively decorated before you arrive!</p>
<p>7. Use alternate centerpieces</p>
<p>It is not necessary to adorn every table with a high-priced floral centerpiece. Candles are beautiful and provide an amazing ambience! Try submerging an orchid (or flower of choice) in a glass container filled with water and float a candle on top. Also attractive is placing river rocks at the bottom of a glass container, adding water and floating a flower on top. Try using orchids, roses, peonies, camellias or gerberas.</p>
<p>A dramatic and stunning effect can be created with an inexpensive, rectangular mirror (much like the ones designed to hang on a bedroom door). Place the mirror reflective-side-up and let it run the length of the table, placing tealight candles at even intervals down the center. Sprinkle colored glitter or flower petals across the surface. The result is not only attractive, but sets the tone for your reception.</p>
<p>Tip: Search the internet and magazines for great ideas on alternative centerpieces.</p>
<p>8. Rent outdoor plants or small trees for an indoor garden effect</p>
<p>Decorate with greenery. Many nurseries will let you rent plants for your wedding and it is much cheaper than buying them. This will allow you to fill the room with greenery and make flowers more or less unnecessary. Use trees to fill up large spaces, and ivy garland to gracefully drape across the tops of doorways.</p>
<p>9. Let Your Flowers Do Double Duty</p>
<p>If your ceremony and reception are in two separate places (or even two separate rooms), let the floral arrangements that decorate the ceremony do double duty by using them to also decorate the reception! Find out if your florist is able to transport and setup the flowers at your reception after the ceremony is finished. There is usually sufficient time between the two, and you can save an incredible amount of time and money by “recycling” your beautiful, fresh flowers!</p>
<p>10. Forget the corsages</p>
<p>Corsages are not as trendy with modern weddings as they once were. 21st century Moms are trendy and don’t always want a flower pinned on them. Ask first.</p>
<p>You have waited your entire life to reach this day, and it should be as beautiful as you always imagined it would be. A ceremony without the soft, delicate beauty and fragrance of flowers would be like having a cake without icing. Although paying the traditional retail price for wedding flowers can cost you a bundle in materials and fees, utilizing these great cost saving tips will keep the floral arrangements from becoming one of the most expensive items on your budget checklist.</p>
<p>Jacquie Cattanach is a new bride and founder of Buy-N-Send-Flowers-Online.com which offers advise, opinions and helpful hints on buying and sending flowers from tropical flowers to funeral flowers worldwide through online florists.</p>
<p>Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Jacquie_Cattanach</p>
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		<title>How Using Silk Flowers Can Save Your Wedding Budget</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">Using silk flowers for your wedding is one idea that you will be glad that you went with. Thought of as a social faux pas in the past, silk flowers are now becoming the choice of many brides not just those worried about cost. Many brides are choosing to use silk flowers in their weddings because it cuts back on the stress and worry before the final days. This is especially true if you are doing your flowers yourself.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">When you are thinking of silk flowers on your wedding day, do not think of the ratty flowers at the dollar stores with the misshapen petals or the thread coming undone. Think about high quality silk flowers that truly mimic the look of fresh flowers. These silk flowers have been put together with the care and the study of the real flower to make them look as realistic as possible. Silk wedding flowers give you the beauty of flowers on your wedding day without the fuss.</p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">Where to Find Quality Silk Flowers</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The DIYers already know that one of the best places to find beautiful silk flowers is at your local craft or hobby story. Because there are those who dabble in flower arranging, these stores offer a variety of flowers. Some stores even offer classes on arranging flowers or have someone who can make custom arrangements for you. Also, if you are like me, you want to feel and touch the flowers to actually see the quality of what you are getting. You can study them to see how well they can go with your look.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Your local florist is another place where you can get beautiful silk wedding flowers. Many people may want arrangements done for a number of events or their personal space where they don&#8217;t want the flowers to die in a few days. Because the florist has the best connections and the expertise on flower arrangements, they are a great resource in finding fabulous silk flowers for your wedding day.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Last but not least is the internet. The internet has many sites that not only offer silks, but packages with them arranged as well. You can get the flowers you want arranged at quite a reasonable price. Silk wedding flowers can even be found on eBay. However, always make sure you find a reputable company that has a reputation of providing quality service. Many sites do show pictures of their arrangements and offer testimonials. If this does not assure you, buy a test bouquet to see if the quality is what you are looking for.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The Advantages of Silk Wedding Flowers</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">1. They can be done in advance. Although real flowers are very beautiful and breathtaking, they must be done right before the wedding in order to not wilt. If you are a bride on a budget and taking this task on yourself, you may find yourself overwhelmed and stressed during a time that should be fun and relaxing. With silk arrangements, you can arrange them ahead of time which can reduce the stress of the last few days leading up to your wedding. On the day of your wedding, they will still be even more beautiful than the day you bought them.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">2. Submerged, they look real. One of the big trends in weddings now is the submerged flower. What is so good about this trend is that you can submerge a silk flower in water and no one will be able to tell if it is real or not. If the flower is submerged in water, all people will see is a beautiful arrangement. No one will actually put their hand in the water to see if the flower is real. Also, being that you need less flowers when doing submerged or floating centerpieces, this saves on money.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">3. Allergies are not aggravated. You, your hubby to be, or any of your guests may have certain allergies when it comes to flowers. To avoid the inevitable sneezing, runny noses, or red eyes, silk wedding flowers are a great way to have that floral beauty and happy guests. This is also a plus if you are having an outdoor wedding and are afraid of attracting insects.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">4. Life-lasting keepsake. The fabulous thing about using silk flowers for your wedding is that you can have a keepsake. You can bring a centerpiece home as well as your bouquet and save on floral preservation costs. They can become a decoration for your home and a reminder of the start of your married life.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">5. Great as favors. Many of your guests may fall in love with the wedding centerpieces that you have on the tables. A great favor would be to send the centerpieces home with those flower-loving guests. Your guests get great arrangements to beautify their space as well as a reminder of your wedding day.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">6. Sturdy flowers. Because real flowers are more delicate, cold or heat can cause them to wilt quickly. If you are having an outdoor ceremony, the flowers may not be able to stand the heat. What if you forget to put them in water to keep them looking fresh? Well, with silks, this is not a problem. They don&#8217;t need water and can stand any weather conditions.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">7. Less expensive. Now this is always argued because quality silk flowers can cost as much as live ones. This is true; however, if you need a particular flower in December that can only be found in France, the cost can rise. You can use silk flowers instead and have incredible savings. Also, when submerging flowers, because you generally use less, you can use silks instead of the real ones which can run cheaper. You can also save money with silks by checking out sales on the internet and in stores.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">How to Spice Up Your Silk Wedding Flowers</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">If you are using silk flowers for your wedding day, there are many ways that you can spice them up to make them even more unique which gives a personal touch to your day.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Scent. We love the smell of real flowers, so how can we replicate a fragrant smell with silks. Spraying the perfume of your choice on the flowers is a great way. This way, the flowers have a wonderful smell that can add spice to your reception. Although, you want to make sure the smell is something that will not aggravate guests. I would suggest a real clean, light scent.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Jewels. Instead of having a plain bouquet of flowers, add jewels to liven it up. You can get crystals glued to the petals of the flowers. This adds more pizzazz and personality to an already beautiful arrangement. Plus, you don&#8217;t have to worry about damaging the flowers because they are sturdy enough to be handled.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Feathers. Feathers can add flavor to any floral arrangement. Adding feathers to a silk bridal bouquet gives an extra flair that makes it stand out. Beautiful peacock feathers in a silk centerpiece arrangement helps add a certain level of exquisiteness.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">How to Care for Silks</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Although one of the advantages of silk flowers is that they need little tending and care, here are a few tips to make sure your silk flowers for your wedding day are in perfect condition.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• To clean silk flowers you can wash them or clean them by hand, but this is not the most recommended way because it can become a bit messy and time consuming.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• A great way to keep silks looking their best is to use an ozone safe aerosol spray. This can keep them looking clean and fresh.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• If any of the greenery is wrinkled, you can steam iron the leaves. Just make sure the temperature is on the lowest steam setting. Test a corner before steaming out the wrinkles.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Many stores that carry silk flowers also carry silk flower cleaners that can keep silk flowers looking great.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[The selection process of your wedding flowers will usually begin with a discussion of the Bride’s bouquet. You will have a choice of several basic styles. These are cascade, crescent, contemporary, nosegay, hand tied bouquet and arm or presentation style. You can better prepare for your first meeting with your florist if you bring the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">The selection process of your wedding flowers will usually begin with a discussion of the Bride’s bouquet. You will have a choice of several basic styles. These are cascade, crescent, contemporary, nosegay, hand tied bouquet and arm or presentation style. You can better prepare for your first meeting with your florist if you bring the following;</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• A list of those in your wedding party that will need flowers.</p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">• A list of what flowers you will want at the ceremony.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• A list of what flowers will be needed at the reception, including table count, size and shape.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Color/fabric swatches and pictures of your dress and bridesmaids dresses, if you have them.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Feel free to also bring pictures of flowers that you like.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Your florist will also have pictures of flowers, bouquets and arrangements to help determine exactly what will create the wedding of your dreams. If your wedding has a &#8220;theme&#8221;, let your florist know before the consultation, as they can prepare suggestions to fit the style of your wedding. After style, the next thing to consider is if there are any specific flowers you want.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Keep in mind that some flowers are not in season year round. The flowers that will give the best presentation are those in their season prime. Make sure you let your florist know if your ceremony and/or reception will be held outdoors. Certain flowers do not hold up in hot/humid conditions. Consider color, shape, and fragrance when selecting your bouquet flowers. A note of advice on color choice, avoid all white flowers, they do not photograph well.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">It is important that you are upfront with your florist about your budget. Not just for your bouquet but for all of your flowers. Be realistic. You may want a $200 bridal bouquet, but if you only have $400 for a flower budget, you will not have enough left for 3 bridesmaids bouquets, 2 corsages, 3 boutonnieres and 15 centerpieces for your reception. Choose similar flowers to be used throughout your wedding. Using 20 different kinds of flowers will quickly increase the cost. Your florist can balance your needs with your budget. They can offer alternatives. Exotic flowers such as Orchids are very pretty, but they are more expensive. Consider more affordable flowers if you are on a budget. Don’t plan your wedding near big flower holidays, such as Valentine’s Day, Easter and Mother’s Day. If you do, expect to pay more for your flowers. Not because the florist&#8217;s want to charge you more, but due to the fact that the wholesalers charge more during these busy holidays based on growing and demand.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Once you have chosen your Bouquet you have selected the “center” of your wedding flowers. The other pieces can be used to incorporate your bouquet flowers throughout your entire wedding. The following is an example list of the flowers you may need for your “Special Day”&#8230;</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Bride’s Bouquet</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Toss Bouquet for Bride to Throw</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Maid of Honor Bouquet</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Bridesmaids Bouquets</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Grooms Boutonniere</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Boutonnieres for Best Man and other male attendants in the wedding</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Boutonnieres for Father of Bride and Groom</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Corsages for Mothers/Grandmothers and/or Guests of Honor</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Boutonniere for Ring Bearer</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Flower Basket (with petals?) or small bouquet for flower girl*</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Ceremony Arrangements (can serve double duty at your reception perhaps at your buffet)</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Vase at Guest Book Table</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Centerpieces for Reception Tables (make sure you get an accurate count)</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Centerpiece for Head Table (usually larger than other centerpieces)</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Flowers or Petals for Cake Table (Flowers for Cake if necessary)</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">*If you are considering petals for the aisle at your ceremony, make sure your accomodations allow them. Also remember that roses with color petals will stain the carpet if stepped on. White petals are recommended for carpeted areas.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">A very important detail is to make sure your florist knows exactly when and where your flowers will need to be delivered. They will also need to know ahead of time if you will need them to set up the flowers. If you have someone else handling set up, make sure your florist knows who they are and how to reach them. You will probably want your flowers to arrive at least an hour before you need them. Make sure you have somewhere safe and cool to keep them until you use them. Always leave your florist a phone number of someone you trust (preferrably with a cel phone) that can handle any last minute decisions regarding your flowers.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Finally, when it comes to your wedding flowers, don&#8217;t skimp! I have heard many sad stories about bride&#8217;s trying &#8220;do-it-yourself&#8221; flowers or having a friend design them, only to end up with bouquets falling apart minutes before the wedding! Don&#8217;t risk it! Experienced florists process and design your wedding flowers for optimum presentation and performance. Your flowers are one of the most important elements of your wedding! You want them to be beautiful. They compliment you, your wedding party, your wedding photos and provide an elegant atmosphere for you and your guests on your special day!</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Congratulations!</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Tenley McDonald- Former Florist- Now Co-Owner of [http://www.flowerpowernetwork.com] (Online Directory of Real Local Florists) Ms. McDonald has over 14 years experience in ~Consumer Relations/Marketing ~Customer Service Management ~Floral Design. Please email the Author directly for reprint permission of this article.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[These tips for cheap wedding flowers are essential as it’s easy for your wedding flower budget to spiral out of control. Flowers are beautiful but always more expensive then you think! However there are hundreds of ways to reduce your flower costs and here are my favorite:
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">These tips for cheap wedding flowers are essential as it’s easy for your wedding flower budget to spiral out of control. Flowers are beautiful but always more expensive then you think! However there are hundreds of ways to reduce your flower costs and here are my favorite:</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Get a relative to help out</p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">Having a relative help out at your wedding it a great way to get someone involved. It’s also a great way to save money! Ask around relatives and see if anyone has a dab-hand at flower arranging.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">A word of advice though &#8211; leave the bouquets and button-holes to the experts.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Use the flowers from the ceremony at the reception</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Often it’s not necessary to double up on flowers at both the ceremony and reception. They’re often the same type of floral arrangement and so once the ceremony is over, the flowers can then be used at the reception.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Check if the venue supplies flowers</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Some venues insist that you use their florists for the venue. If this is the case, be careful as you’re likely to get charged through the roof. Try and stick to simpler arrangements or even balloons as this will keep your costs to a minimum.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Check if the church supplies flowers</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Many churches have specific rules when it comes to flowers in the church. They may insist that the flowers are done through the church committee, whereby the church flower arrangers will provide the arrangements for a small fee.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">If a particular church is popular for marriages, the same flowers may then be used for all ceremonies that particular weekend. This is often a good thing, as you will usually pay a low set charge, however it means you may not get control over the flowers on the day. Check with your celebrant to see if there’s any flexibility.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Use a hand-tied bridal bouquet</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The bridal bouquet can come in all shapes and sizes, but the general rule is that the more complicated you go, the more expensive the bouquet will be. Having a hand-tied bouquet is an easy way to lower the costs – sometimes even by half.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Use corsages for the bridesmaids, rather than small bouquets</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">A corsage is a small arrangement that sits on the wrist. They’re often made up of one, two or three main flowers and some greenery. They’re then secured to the wrist using ribbon or tie. Because they use less flowers, they’re much cheaper then bouquets.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">An added benefit is that they allow the bridesmaids to have both their hands free during the day – to hold your bouquet, bag or drink.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Choose simple button holes</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">You can easily triple or quadruple the price of your buttonholes by choosing different flowers or multiple flower buttonholes. Go for simple, one flower buttonholes and you’ll keep your costs to a minimum.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Use single flowers instead of bouquets or arrangements</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The cost of arrangements or bouquets is usually dependant on the cost of the flowers used and the complexity of the arrangement. You can cut your costs dramatically by going for single flower arrangements.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The best cheap wedding flowers for bouquets are simple and elegant. Single flower arrangements make great a bridal bouquet or table centrepiece. Flowers such as lilies or exotic flowers make stunning single bouquets, and large flowers such as peonies or camellias work great as single flower centrepieces.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Hire any accessories you may need instead of buying them</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Before you rush out to buy vases for your table decorations, have you considered hiring them? Most florists will hire any equipment you need to create fabulous floral arrangements. Hire equipment comes in a variety of different shaped vases, pedestals and containers for all your flower arranging needs.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Buy flowers that are season</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">By choosing flowers that are in season, you will ensure that you get the freshest, cheapest, best quality flowers. Check with your florist which flowers are in season for your big day.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Nicola Ray is the owner of Cheap Wedding Success, a website dedicated to planning and creating the perfect cheap wedding. With lots of advice, tips and ideas to lower the cost of your wedding, Cheap Wedding Success is the perfect place to start. You can find more articles like this one in the Wedding Flowers section.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Rose is the universal wedding flower, but now, different varieties of flowers are being used during weddings and these include tulips, calla lilies, sunflowers, hyacinth, carnation and other floral varieties. With the wide range of choices available today, most couples find it hard to decide what wedding flowers to choose.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">Rose is the universal wedding flower, but now, different varieties of flowers are being used during weddings and these include tulips, calla lilies, sunflowers, hyacinth, carnation and other floral varieties. With the wide range of choices available today, most couples find it hard to decide what wedding flowers to choose.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">We are all aware that in any kind of wedding, flowers are always great additions. From simple to elegant weddings, the floral designs and themes contribute a lot to the beauty of the setting. As always, flowers stand as a symbol not just to unite but also to protect the union of two persons. Because of this, brides put much importance on what kind of flower to use and how their wedding flowers will look like.</p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">Before selecting the flowers to use, have a checklist on where the wedding flowers will be used. Your list should include the following:</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Flowers for church decorations</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Flowers to be used in the reception site</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Boutonnieres for the groom, the parents, groomsmen and ushers</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Bridal bouquet</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Bouquets of the bridesmaids</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Petals for the flower girls</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Flowers for the mothers&#8217; corsages</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Flowers to be used in embellishing the cake and the table</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Bouquet to be thrown by the bride</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">You may also need flowers for:</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• The corsages of grandmothers and other important female guests</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• The boutonnières of grandfathers and other significant male guests</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Decorating the places where pictorials will be done</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• The hair of the bride or the bridesmaids</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">When you are selecting the kind of flower that you will use in your wedding day, there are some things that you must consider.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">1. The wedding flower should reflect your personality and should match your wedding theme. Don&#8217;t choose a flower because it is what your mother wants or because it is your friend&#8217;s favorite. You can be open for suggestions but the final decision should come from you. It is your wedding so it isn&#8217;t about what people want but about what you want.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">2. Look through different samples of wedding bouquets and flowers. You have to be familiar with the different flowers, colors and designs so better look at many photographs of wedding flowers. The World Wide Web is a great place where you can find lots of varieties to choose from.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">3. As you look through the web pages, consider first the style. This is because there are flowers that may not suit the style that you want.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">4. Keep in mind that large bouquets are quite heavy so the bride with small body frame should not choose a big bouquet.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">5. After deciding on the style, you can now determine the kind of flowers and colors to choose.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">6. You can base your choice of flowers on their meanings. Among the popular flowers used in today&#8217;s weddings are:</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Red roses &#8211; they stand for true love</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• White roses &#8211; they symbolize purity and innocence; they also mean &#8220;I am worthy of you&#8221;</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Calla lily &#8211; it represents beauty</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• White carnation &#8211; it is a symbol of fascination and woman&#8217;s love</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Red tulips &#8211; they signify the avowal of love</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• White lily &#8211; it means purity and heavenly</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Babies&#8217; breath &#8211; this flower signifies purity of the heart</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Hyacinth &#8211; it stands for loveliness</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Blue Violet &#8211; it is a sign of faithfulness</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Daisy &#8211; it symbolizes innocence</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Iris &#8211; this flower stands for affection and warmth</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">• Ivy &#8211; it denotes fidelity and eternal love</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">7. For those who prefer fragrant flowers, then you can go for hyacinth, gardenias, tuber roses and star-gazer lilies. The fragrance of such flowers will surely be heavenly.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">8. Choose the flowers that will suit your budget. If you are on a tight budget, you can just make your own bouquets.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Choosing the wedding flower that is right for you is really important. Some of the main choices that you are going to make are the types of wedding flowers and their arrangements, the color of the flowers and the greenery choices and whether to employ silk or real flowers.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Remember that the wedding flowers are among the magnificent and significant parts of any wedding. At first, you may find it hard to decide what wedding flowers to choose, but in the end the hardships will be paid off once you discovered how the wedding flowers that you chose add color and splendor to your big day.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">For more information on flowers and their special meanings please visit: http://flowersforsomeonespecial.com/ and http://www.drnathaliefiset.com</p>
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