You don't have to famous party girl Paris Hilton or have her money to
make your parties a memorable event. Simple and creative use of flowers
will keep your guests talking about your party and looking forward to
the next one for weeks to come.
Flowers can be an integral part of the decorations and help set the
mood for your party –from fun and frisky to elegant and sophisticated.
And, you don't have to be a party planning expert to use flowers
effectively; all you have to do is enlist the help of your favorite
professional florist who will be able to help you create the look and
feel you want with flowers in the right colors and styles. Your florist
can even help you use flowers in some very surprising and unique ways
no matter what type of party you're throwing.
Backyard Barbecue
Backyard barbecues are friendly, relaxed events with an informal
setting and comfortable clothing. Of course, they're also held during
the summer when it's hot! You'll want to ask your florist which flowers
will last the best throughout the event and stay looking fresh for
hours. Some suggestions are daisies, marigolds, lilies, asters, and
sunflowers.
For simple, fun centerpieces, try placing big bunches of daisies in
canning jars. They'll look great in the center of the traditional
checkered tablecloth. Or, you could have your florist use bottles or
baskets as containers for floral arrangements. For and even prettier
table, tie raffia bows around your napkins and silverware and slip a
flower through the bow.
Patio or Garden Party
Your patio or garden party might be a sophisticated affair, or it could
be informal, but since it's an outdoor party, you'll want to focus on
the beauty of the surroundings. Flowers can help you enhance that
beauty. Try using clay pots filled with flowering plants or green
plants strung with twinkling white lights. Or, fill clay pots with
topiary designs. Set your tables with small vases containing several
different types of flowers or crystal bowls with low arrangements
surrounded by scattered petals. Place a flower on the napkin of each
table setting.
Mexican Fiesta
A spicy Mexican Fiesta needs bright, feisty flowers. The bolder the
colors the better! Gerbera daisies are an excellent choice since
they're a casual flower available in a wide variety of bright colors.
Try placing them in Mexican "bubble" glass or painted pottery. You can
even float a few blossoms in your Sangria bowl or pierce small blossoms
with a toothpick to decorate your Margaritas. For a festive floral
arrangement, take empty piñatas with openings cut into the top to your
florist. Ask them to create flower arrangements using the piñatas as
containers. Hang the finished arrangements around your party space.
These are just a few ideas you can use to make your parties the talk of
the neighborhood. Your florist can help you find creative ways to use
flowers for any party theme or setting you can think of. Who knows,
with the right mix of fun and flowers, you might start getting calls
from Hollywood A-listers like Paris Hilton begging to be invited to
your events!
