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I must confess, I've done this before. Granted, not for a wedding, but a birthday party of equal size. It requires a bit of give regarding the precise look and perhaps flower choice for each arrangement. It also requires either extra hands or extra time to prepare. But, you can say you did your own - which to me is special in its own right, and save a good bit of money too.
I've found the best way to do this is to do your research. You Tube has tons of videos showing you how to make all sorts of arrangements and bouquets. There are just as many books on the subject. Where to get your flowers depends upon where you live and what flowers you want. Many wholesale florists will sell to the public, so you can google or ask around for good ones in your area. There are tons of websites that offer wholesale flowers, two of which I have used and loved: www.bloomsbythebox.com and www.fiftyflowers.com. Buy a dozen from your florist or grocery store and try a small arrangement before you decide this is the option for you.
The one thing I recommend is to order a sample batch of flowers from your chosen supplier, something delicate like hydrangeas, to test the shipment times and quality. Use these test shipments to create a nice centerpiece for your dining room table, or to give as a gift. Once you feel confident you can place your orders.
I know this option is definitely not for everyone and that I have a small event to do arrangements for, but for the right money savy bride, this option is too good to pass up.
