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Bouquets are a floral accessory for both bride and bridesmaids. No wedding is complete without some variation of this age old tradition. But you should know, this wedding day accent was not always so...flowery. Superstitious Roots If you were to take a step back into our superstitious roots, ancient Brides and Grooms actually wore wreaths of scented herbs to ward away evil, grant fertility and bring luck. The wreath developed into garlands, and from garlands came hand tied clusters of herbs, flowers and spices. Now I'm sure that flowers must have come into play after the blushing bride carried a powerful collection of garlic down the aisle succeeding in warding off the groom with the scent. Wedding Flowers in Victorian Times Actually, flowers seemed to come into play around Victorian times. During these times, flowers were chosen for their scents. Have you ever wondered why certain floral arrangements are sometimes called "Nosegays"? Because they were meant to keep the Nose Gay, or keep the nose happy. Flowers during these times were also picked for their unique meanings (ie; daisies for innocence, red roses for passionate love, etc, etc). Flowers TodayToday, flowers are chosen for the joy that their beauty brings to a wedding. Either for color, scent, theme, meaning….the rules are much more relaxed and accommodating for today's Brides. In fact, literally hundreds of flowers are now available to you. But flowers are not your only option anymore. Alternatives to Floral Bouquets Many alternatives exist if fresh flowers are not suitable for you. Everything from posies made out of tissue paper or beads, to entire cascades of flighty butterflies…even show stoppers that have been given up from the depths of the ocean! The imagination and a realistic budget are your only limits. In this section we have compiled several projects (Fresh Flowers & Alternatives!) for your crafting pleasure. Most of these hand held creations are suitable for Brides, and with minor alteration (slightly smaller, or different color) would be great for the maids. Before you dive in, look at the projects and decide if creating these bridal bud designs are something within your skill level and comfort zone. We're hoping that with a little bit of Bride Craft guidance it will be!
NEW! Calla Lily Bridal Bouquet
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