Penny Saving Ideas

Flowers -

Ahh flowers, perhaps one of the main styling choices that will really set the tone of your theme, vibe and atmosphere. However, as wonderful as they are, those little petals can soon start to add up. In order to save some pennies on the flower front, without compromising on your vision for the venue, why not do some foraging on the run up to your wedding?

Spring - Summer

Ok, so this time of year may be slightly harder to forage for, due to the law in the UK that makes it illegal to pick wild flowers if you’re out in nature - HOWEVER, lets think Bluebells, Daffodils, Cornflowers, Fern, Lavender, Poppies - if you’re able to plant some of these Spring/Summer wild flower seeds ahead of your big day and then pick them in time, they would make for the perfect little table fillers, pop them in some nice little vases, or up cycled jam jars, to add a pop of colour and gorgeous smells. Maybe have a nice little word with the parents, or grandparents, I am sure they would be more than happy to take on this lovely task on the run up to your big day, and they would take so much pride in doing so!

Another little tip to bulk out your table decor, little jars filled with strawberries, Blackberries and raspberries to add that pop of colour and true British Summer feel.

Autumn - Winter

Now, this time of year allows us a little more flexibility whereby we are able to really live our best foraging life. Here’s a few ideas you might want to try. Collect a mixture of twigs all different shapes and sizes, you can fill larger vases with these and wrap around some copper-wire fairy lights and pop in any large, sparse corners you may have. Fallen autumnal leaves to strategically scatter down either side of the isle. Conkers, Acorns, Cranberries, Satsumas, Cloves, placed in little bowls or jars for a truly cosy feel, and authentic wintery smell. PUMPKINS.

If foraging might be the way to go for you, make a morning out of it, invite your bridal party to help and take yourselves for some well deserved lunch and Prosecco once you’ve conquered the forests!