I'm a budget-obsessed bride-to-be, but I'm trying to keep from drowning in the sea of online wedding inspiration. Sure, there are some seriously drool-worthy sites out there, but they're so chock-full of content that clicking around can sometimes feel like being hit with a (frilly, pretty) tidal wave. I am enamored with flowers, though, and though I'm a die-hard penny pincher, I want to incorporate fresh blooms into our cheapskate ceremony. Luckily, one of my dapper co-workers assembled some boutonnieres for a wedding tomorrow.
Don't worry, future groomsmen--I was taking notes. Here's how we're going to make you look classy on the cheap.
You'll need:
- Flowers (try delicate ranunculus)
- Floral wire
- A sprig of berries
- A feather
- A large leaf
- Ribbon and glue (or washi or floral tape)
Make it:
- Trim flower stems. Stagger the heights slightly to make a more visually-appealing arrangement.
- Nestle berries in front and feather behind, and cradle the whole shebang in the leaf. Secure with floral wire.
- Wrap washi tape or ribbon around the floral wire. Apply glue in the back if needed.
You can make these in advance; just pop them in a water-filled vase and stick in the fridge overnight.
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