
"On the fifth day of Christmas my true love sent to me five golden rings, four calling birds, three French hens, two turtle doves and a partridge in a pear tree!"
Our fifth Christmas tip is regarding flowers!
With flower arrangements getting ever more expensive, it is worth noting the following:-
- Florists are busier than ever, especially at Christmas, therefore it is essential that you book your florist well in advance.
- If your budget is tight, try to choose flowers that are in season - this will make it considerably cheaper than those that have to be shipped in from far and wide.
- Low table centrepieces are 99% of the time cheaper than high ones.
- If your budget is tight, try to use vases that the florist has in stock.
- Try to book a florist local to your event - this will save on excessive transport costs.
- Remember that these days there are many ways in which to make your arrangements stand out - your florist will be able to advise you of all the ideas. Coloured water, fruit, ribbon and other props are just the start....
- Discuss an appropriate pick up time with your florist and the venue. Often the space will be booked out back-to-back for another event, so it is essential that the pickup time is pre-arranged.
- If you are having tall flower arrangements, ensure that the stem of the vase is thin enough to allow guests to see each other from across the table.
- Ask your florist to do a mock-up of the arrangement for you to see before the event. This will ensure that no viewing obstructions (as per the point above) occur. It will also help you to plan all the other creative elements of the event (table linen, glassware etc).
- Take a photo of the mock-up flower arrangement. Should you have any problems with the flowers on the night, you will have this photo to compare against.
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