Here is a quick tip on Flowers and table decorations and how to make cheap look chic (I sound like a craft show, huh?)
Flowers for pews:
Choose an inexpensive white medium like Baby's Breath. Then add 3 bold colored flowers (i.e. deep red roses) to each arraingment (always 3, as it's asymmetry adds body and drama). Finish off with a little green for background and some mixed in the white...
For larger flower arraingments:
Choose an inexpensive white medium, a few bunches of bold color (bunches always 3) and then top off with some scattered "middle" flowers (i.e. irises, tulips, lilies.. just nothing to outshine the bold color) Again, use green as background and mixed in with the white medium and bold colored flowers. Always remember to have height to your arraingments.
Centerpieces - the medium flowers can be used for centerpieces - small fish bowls with a beautiful beta fish. Add some (very little) baby's breath, 3 lillies (or whaterver you choose) and a couple of sticks (like bamboo or thinner) to give the arraingment height. A little bit of green, and your done. Using the medium flowers will not only save you money, but won't "overcrowd" the tables. They are inexpensive, creative, and memorable.
I guess ya'll are wondering how I know this stuff, huh? I watch all those art/craft/design shows... I know, I'm a looser.
