"Then I will always sing praises to your name as I fulfill my vows day after day." - Psalm 61:8
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"As God's chosen ones, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience.
Bear with one another and, if anyone has a complaint against another, forgive each other; just as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive.
Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.
And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in the one body. And be thankful.
Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly; teach and admonish one another in all wisdom; and with gratitude in your hearts sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs to God.
And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him."
- Colossians 3:12-17 (NRSV)
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FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS
Underscore the drama of your wedding with the right flowers. Praise Unlimited Weddings will take the time to learn about you and the ambience you want to create. Six months before the wedding is not too early to select your flowers, especially if you're planning an elaborate wedding. We import a lot of our flowers from Ecuador and need shipping time. When you talk with us, be guided by these elements: the style and mood of your wedding, the season or environment, your budget and, more to the point, what you like.
Come prepared. Selecting your gown, the bridesmaids' dresses and the overall color theme is a must before choosing your flowers. Bring fabric swatches and descriptions (pictures are even better) of your selected wedding apparel. Also have examples of the colors and styles of the mothers' gowns and the attire of the groom and his attendants. With this information in hand, we will be able to suggest floral combinations and artistic treatments to create beautiful floral complements for your wedding.
Traditionally, the bridal bouquet is composed of all white flowers but, if you would prefer, the addition of colorful blossoms is certainly appropriate. The groom's boutonniere, worn on his left lapel, is usually a spray of the same type of blossoms used in your bouquet. Remember that the ushers and groomsmen wear boutonnieres different from the groom's and your attendants' flowers are different, of course, from your bridal bouquet. Corsages for the mothers and boutonnieres for the fathers are coordinated in color and style within the general floral theme.
You may wish to select certain flowers for personal reasons. Others may be chosen because they have traditional meanings. For example, hyacinth signifies constancy. Some herbs, too, are important in bridal lore. In medieval Germany, brides wore rosemary to guard against pregnancy! Consider including unusual greenery plants. Asparagus fern and multicolored coleus are attractive in summer bouquets. Holly and pine sprays are popular for December nuptials. Stalks of golden-brown wheat are a sentimental touch for harvest brides.
If budget is a consideration, flowers and greenery in season are more abundant and generally less expensive. Also, be sure the flowers you select will hold their shape throughout the day. Tulips, for example, look lovely when fresh - but by the end of the day in South Carolina heat - they will open fully, loosing their normal appearance.
Permanent Botanicals or Silk flowers are an equally beautiful alternative to fresh flowers. Manufacturers now produce nearly any type of blossom or plant in fiber form. The bonus is that these exquisite imitators bloom forever. Silk flowers can also be a way to reduce your costs. Praise Unlimited Weddings rent silk altar arrangements and other pieces for a fraction of the cost of fresh flowers.
You'll need a number of other floral pieces for your wedding:
Praise Unlimited Weddings will offer guidance in these and many other areas. Our artistry, knowledge of wedding protocol, and ability to listen to your needs will ensure that you'll get a good value for your money, and have the perfect floral accents to enhance your wedding day.
For more information, please contact Nita Hozey at: praiseunlimitedweddings@yahoo.com or call us at 864-446-3157 in Abbeville, South Carolina
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