Planning your wedding is one of the most exciting times of your life. From picking the perfect dress to choosing the color palette, every detail reflects your unique love story. DIY projects, like creating your own wedding centerpieces, can seem like the perfect way to add a personal touch while saving money. But before you break out the scissors and floral foam, there are a few things to consider. While DIY centerpieces might sound like a fun and creative idea, they come with hidden challenges that could make your wedding prep more stressful than anticipated.
Let’s explore why trusting the professionals at Willow & Thistle might be one of the best decisions for your big day!
Time Investment: It’s More Than You Think
DIY centerpieces might sound simple, but they require significant time and effort—more than you might realize. Creating 15–20 arrangements for your tables (or more, depending on your guest count) involves plenty of planning and preparation.
Here’s what’s involved:
Sourcing materials: You’ll need to track down all the hard goods (vases, candles, lanterns) and soft goods (flowers, greenery, fillers) for your designs. This might mean visiting multiple stores or waiting for online orders to arrive.
Arranging the flowers: Once you have your materials, arranging the blooms can take hours. You’ll be trimming stems, adjusting layouts, and tweaking until everything looks just right.
Other DIY tasks: On top of centerpieces, you might be working on place cards, signage, or other décor, which all require time and attention.
If you’re not careful, these projects could take away from the time before your wedding day when you could be enjoying the excitement with your loved ones.
Costs: DIY Doesn’t Always Mean Cheap
At first glance, creating your own centerpieces might seem like a budget-friendly option. However, the costs can add up quickly—and in some cases, DIY can end up being pricier than hiring a florist.
Here’s why:
Hard goods: Items like vases, lanterns, and candles can be expensive, especially when purchased in bulk. Renting these items from a florist is often more cost-effective.
Soft goods: Flowers and greenery may seem affordable, but it’s easy to underestimate how much you’ll need. Florists often have access to wholesale pricing, while DIY couples pay retail.
Unexpected extras: Think floral foam, storage supplies, and transportation costs—these can sneak up on you.
Shipping fees: Sourcing items from different places often leads to high shipping costs. And if anything arrives damaged, you’ll need to reorder.
DIY doesn’t always mean saving—it often means reallocating costs in ways you might not expect.
Logistics: The Not-So-Glamorous Side
DIY projects aren’t just about creativity—they’re about logistics, too. From transportation to setup, these tasks can be a major challenge.
Transporting flowers: Keeping blooms fresh while transporting them to your venue is no small feat. Without proper packaging and support, flowers can wilt or get damaged.
Delivery of hard goods: Items like vases and candles can be bulky, fragile, and tricky to transport. Making multiple trips to the venue or fitting everything in your car might not be feasible.
Takedown: After your magical night, someone has to gather up the centerpieces and return rented items. Do you want to end your wedding evening hauling decorations?
Hiring Willow & Thistle takes this weight off your shoulders. We handle everything—delivery, setup, and teardown—so you can soak up every moment of your special day.
Quality Control and Expertise
Creating polished, professional-quality arrangements isn’t as easy as it looks. The talented designers at Willow & Thistle are experts in their craft. They know how to pair blooms, work with textures, and create a cohesive look that ties your entire wedding together.
With DIY, even the best intentions can sometimes fall short. Flowers are delicate, and achieving your dream centerpiece design takes skill and practice. By working with us, you’re guaranteeing a stunning, seamless aesthetic for your big day.
The Wedding Day Experience, A Worthwhile Investment
Your wedding day should be about celebrating love, not stressing over last-minute centerpiece adjustments. DIY projects can add pressure to an already busy day. Hiring a florist ensures everything is in place, letting you relax and soak in the joy of your wedding.
Your wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime celebration—why not leave the flowers to the pros? By trusting a florist, you’ll have beautiful, expertly crafted centerpieces that bring your vision to life. More importantly, you’ll have peace of mind, knowing every detail is taken care of, so you can focus on what matters most: celebrating your love story.
Willow & Thistle Floral & Event Design is a boutique studio specializing in floral designs and event styling for weddings, corporate events, memorials, and social gatherings of all kinds. From bouquets and elegant centerpieces to custom installations and full-scale event decor, our experienced team is dedicated to making every event memorable.
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