I am unable to get a florist for my xmas wedding?

as last delivery is way befor xmas. What do you think of this as an alternitive to a bouquet?


http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/WEDDING-brides-han...

I am unable to get a florist for my xmas wedding?
People order centerpieces for Xmas/or New Years parties don't they? Is it just that they wouldn't last the extra time between Xmas and New Years? You may be able to find a florist still.





If you really like that sparkly one, you should look into making it yourself. I know you can do something like that for cheaper and that one will arrive shipped and possibly smashed, require just as much work to reshape it as to make one yourself.





However, depending on your colours, I'd personally go for a really dense big cluster of red berries (like cranberries). You could even do something fun with very fancy ribbons that looks like a bouqet. I even read somewhere about doing a candy or cookie bouquet (all the kids will want to catch that one!). You can also do something with crystal or glass flowers, origami, a fur muff since its a winter wedding, a horseshoe for luck or lantern if its a rustic setting.


If you're religious you could carry a rosary or a bible/prayer book.


If the venue allows it , you could carry a single candle with a ribbon etc (with a glass shield). You could use it in a unity candle ceremony if you're into that.





You could also carry something that means something to you, your family or your future husband. If you are really into wine maybe something with grapes?





Wow, you're giving me ideas now!
Reply:It's not bad, very different, you want to make sure whatever it is doesn't clash with your dress!!! I found some websites when looking for crystals to put in my boquet, I'll attach them below for you to check out! Another option you can do is to have silk flowers (from any craft store) made into a boquet and them supplement it with the crystal, so you still have some type of flowerly look! GOod Luck! Congrats on the Wedding!





http://www.weddingflowersforyou.net/crys...





http://www.brilliant-wedding-jewelry.com...





http://www.weddingbouquets.net/crystalwe...





http://www.porcelainroses.com/
Reply:I think it is great. I was originally going to carry one of these but ultimately opted for flowers, but I do love this. It is different but not over the top different. It is still beautiful and elegant with lots of sparkle. You could also make this yourself and save some money if your crafty.


Here are some links if you are interested in doing it yourself.


http://www.geocities.com/chris_breecher/...


This is for DIY instructions. Now here are some links for the materials to purchase online.


http://www.jewelrysupply.com/swarovski.h...


http://www.jewelrysupply.com/wire_chain_...


You could mix this up too with different colored crystals or different colored wire.


I think you should go with it! Happy Wedding
Reply:If you love it then use it. It's not my style but then it's not my wedding to decide. Have you looked into local community colleges and technical schools for floral services? Many of them have floral students with a shop at the school and they are looking for all the experience they can get and they won't charge you an arm and a leg.
Reply:I don't understand...florists work the week between Christmas and New Year's, so what is their problem? Sorry, but I don't get why there isn't a florist out there who can deliver on your wedding day, provided it isn't Christmas day itself.
Reply:Make your own-pick up the flowers and put it together


Silk wedding flowers


Origami floral bouquets


Crystal or glass flowers http://www.advantagebridal.com/swcrwebo....


Carved wood flowers


Leather or suede bouquets


Ribbon flower arrangements


Candy or cookie bouquets
Reply:I don't like it, how about a colour scheme of red and green, as you can get some very pretty flowers, berries and dark green leafs.





Still have a great wedding.
Reply:I really like the burgundy one! But they are all very different, and unique.


I think it would be agreat compromise since you can't get flowers!
Reply:I like it and it is something you can keep, your kids may want to use it when they get married.
Reply:Not my personal taste, but then again, I don't think I'd get married on Christmas either. I'd be afraid nobody would show since everyone would be with their families. Just my opinion. Good luck.
Reply:That seems to be a new emerging trend. I think it fits perfectly with your date because it's wintery (like snowflakes) but definitely festive (like New Years Eve). Go for it!
Reply:ive also seen wooden roses that are pretty but i do like the crystals i dont know if theyll show up well in pictures.
Reply:I really don't care for it. I think I would keep looking for a florist or maybe even think about making your own bouquets.
Reply:Gorgeous! A fab idea - go for it! (Flowers just wilt and smell mouldy after a couple of hours anyway!)
Reply:Thats really nice and fits in with the Xmas theme! x
Reply:Nice but over-expensive. Have you thought of dried flowers?
Reply:not my personal taste sorry,





why dont you look into making your own bouquet, ?
Reply:u should try to make ur own i will be doing mine its not that hard