Calla Lilies

The word Calla isn't synonymous with white anymore. And even brides who love tradition are going nuts for the deep hues of mini-callas in shades like mango, gold and burgundy.

Callas are costly, so they're used more sparingly than some other blooms. Expect to pay almost $5 a stem for the big, traditional kind, even if you're buying in bulk. Partly due to expense, callas tend to draw DIY'ers. They're relatively sturdy. They're available all year round. They enjoy a long vase life, and they're simple to prepare.

Mini-callas come cheaper; close to $2.50 or $3.00 per stem.  Also, the sky's the limit when it comes to color choices for minis, but if you need really big blooms for things like tower vases and centerpieces, you'll want to stick to white.  But keep in mind that mini-callas...the kinds with color...are just that...mini!

I found images of calla lilies being used in most every aspect of a wedding...from bouquet to the ring bearer. You will see callas being used alone and a single color...and in combination with other flowers and more than one color.  All are beautiful. 

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Please share your comments and ideas below.  Are you planning on using Calla Lilies at your wedding?  If not, what flowers will you be using...or are you possibly going with a non-floral style? If that is the case, be sure to check out our earlier blog..."Non-Floral Arrangements". We would love to hear your plans for your big day.

Non-Floral Arrangements...

Flowers at weddings make a beautiful statement.  They look lovely and smell great. But if you are not the typical bride and usual think outside the box...using non-floral arrangements may just be the style for your wedding.  

Also, the flowers are usually one of your larger expenses at a wedding. So if you are trying to save a little money and flowers are not your "got to have" item for your wedding...then non-floral arrangements could be just right for you.

Non-florals can be interesting, fun and as beautiful as a floral arrangement. 

Here are some of the many options you could use if considering using non-floral arrangements at your wedding and/or reception. 

Candles

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Fruit

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Lanterns

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Feathers

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Beach Wedding

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There are so many beautiful and unique options for non-floral arrangements.  Please share what you are planning on using for your wedding and reception.  Are you using floral arrangements? Are you going the non-traditional route and using non-floral arrangements?

Brooch Bouquets...Adding Some Bling!

Every bride wants to add a personal touch to their wedding day.  Something that makes their wedding different from everyone else's. Some brides are opting for a brooch bouquet instead of the usual floral bouquet.  They may possibly be brooches or pins that were given to you by your mother, grandmother, aunt or special family friend. What a special touch that would be on your wedding day. And after your wedding, the bouquet can be displayed in a special place in your home...possibly with a photography of you on your wedding carrying the beautiful brooch bouquet.  It would be something to cherish for many years to come.

Following are examples of some gorgeous brooch bouquets.  If you do not want your whole bouquet made of brooches, you could always ask the florist to add a few brooches to a floral one.

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As you can see from all the images of these beautiful bouquets, they can be customized in so many ways to fit the style and color of your wedding.  Just like snowflakes, with so many different shapes, colors, sizes of brooches, as well as different styles of bouquets, there are no two exactly alike. All of the many options will insure that your brooch bouquet is totally your own!

If you have made a brooch bouquet, carried one in your wedding or plan to carry one, please share below in the comment section.  I would love to hear about your experiences because I plan to make a brooch bouquet in the very near future!

If you are interested is trying your hand at making your own brooch bouquet, here is a great video I found that gives great instructions that are easy to follow.  I have bought all the materials to try my first attempt at making a bouquet.  I will post pictures of the finished product.

Video on making a Brooch Bouquet

Please visit our Wedding Bouquet Board on Pinterest to see more bouquets...both floral and brooch!