by PlantCian
Are you searching for a delightful and engaging activity to enjoy with your friends? Look no further than hosting your very own DIY bouquet bar! Whether it’s for a bridal shower, baby shower, or Galentine’s Day celebration, a make-your-own bouquet bar is the latest trend that’s capturing everyone’s attention. And with good reason! Not only does it provide a unique and memorable experience for your guests, but it also allows them to take home a beautiful party favor. This affordable and fantastic activity is sure to elevate any event to the next level!
Contents
- Selecting Blooms for Your DIY Flower Bar
- The Bouquet Bar Experience
- How to Set Up a DIY Flower Bouquet Bar
- 1.) Order Wholesale Flowers
- 2.) Take Care of the Flowers
- 3.) Create Signs and Labels
- 4.) Design a DIY Flower Bar Display
- 5.) Provide the Finishing Touches
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- Credits:
Selecting Blooms for Your DIY Flower Bar
The first step in setting up your DIY flower bar is choosing the perfect blooms. A great place to start is by exploring the various styles of Flower Combo Boxes available at FiftyFlowers. These combo boxes are designed to make floral selection a breeze. Each box contains three to five different types of flowers and/or greenery, including a focal flower (the “thriller”), a flower that adds texture and depth (the “spiller”), and filler flowers that complete the bouquet. It’s like having a professional florist curate a collection of flowers that will look stunning together!
If you’re unsure about which flowers to choose for your bouquet bar, the combo packs are an excellent option. They come in endless colors and styles, offering something for everyone. You can browse all of our DIY Combo Packs here.
For those with a specific vision in mind, you can also order wholesale flowers by color or variety and create your own selection. Feel free to mix and match combo packs or add extra bulk flowers to expand the range of options for your guests.
The Bouquet Bar Experience
Designing flowers with your loved ones is a beautiful bonding experience. Whether it’s your first time or you’re already a seasoned flower enthusiast, there will be no shortage of laughter and giggles as everyone shares their unique perspectives and creative ideas.
Hosting a DIY flower bar is especially perfect for bridal showers, giving the bride and her loved ones a chance to become familiar with flowers before the big day. If you’re planning to arrange your own wedding flowers, this hands-on experience will enhance your floral design skills and allow you to create something truly special.
How to Set Up a DIY Flower Bouquet Bar
Now that you’re excited about hosting your own DIY flower bar, let’s dive into the practical steps to make it a reality!
1.) Order Wholesale Flowers
To get started, you’ll need to order affordable and high-quality flowers for your event. We recommend ordering in bulk to ensure a wide selection of stems for your guests. Buying flowers wholesale is not only budget-friendly but also guarantees the freshest blooms.
In addition to focal flowers, filler flowers, and greenery, consider offering a variety of options to unleash your guests’ creativity to the fullest. Having more flowers to choose from will result in more diverse and stunning arrangements. We suggest having your flowers delivered 2-3 days before your event to allow for hydration and preparation.
2.) Take Care of the Flowers
When your flowers arrive, it’s crucial to give them the care they need so they stay beautiful until your event. Start by cutting the stems at an angle and placing them in water. Adding flower food to the water will help nourish the blooms. Remove any excess foliage and store the flowers in a cool, dry place.
For more detailed instructions on how to handle your flowers properly, check out our Flower Care page.
3.) Create Signs and Labels
To enhance the DIY flower bar experience, provide clear signage to guide your guests through the process. Consider crafting the following signs and labels:
- A large sign that says “Bouquet Bar” or “Make Your Own Bouquet”
- Smaller signs to label each type of flower
- Signs that provide step-by-step instructions for creating a bouquet
4.) Design a DIY Flower Bar Display
Now it’s time to showcase the beautiful flowers you’ve selected! There are countless creative ways to display the wholesale flowers. We recommend using vases or buckets filled with fresh, cool water. Adding personal touches like candles, tablecloths, or frames will elevate the ambiance and make your DIY flower bar even more charming.
5.) Provide the Finishing Touches
To ensure your guests can take their creations home safely and beautifully, offer some finishing touches. Provide floral wire and pretty ribbons for them to secure their bouquets. Alternatively, consider gifting each guest a small vase to hold their arrangement.
Once you’ve set up all these elements, your bouquet bar will be complete and ready to be enjoyed!
Designing a bouquet in your favorite colors, practicing for your wedding bouquets, or gifting your arrangements to a senior home or local hospital are just a few ways to continue spreading the joy of floral design.
At PlantCian, we offer a wide selection of wholesale flowers, DIY flower combos, and Ready to Go Arrangements for weddings, bridal showers, and everything in between. Our flowers ship directly from the farms to your arms, ensuring the best price and freshest quality. We’re here to support you throughout your flower journey, so be sure to follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest for inspiration, tips, and trends.
Originally Written by Mariah Hebbeln, Updated by Leah Britt Jan 2022, Updated by Kailee Palileo April 2023
Read More Like This:
- How to Make a DIY Wedding Bouquet
- Types of Filler Flowers and Greenery
- 12 Types of Bouquets
Credits:
- Photo 1: FiftyFlowers
- Header Photo, Photo 2, 3, 4, 5, 6: Full-Color Napkins: For Your Party, Personalized Stir Sticks: For Your Party, Planning and Execution: Molly Boyd Event Design, Catering: Zoes, Custom Backdrop: Shindigz, Source: Sarah Tucker, Flowers: FiftyFlowers
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DIY Bouquet Bar
A DIY bouquet bar is a popular trend for hosting engaging and delightful activities at events such as bridal showers, baby showers, or Galentine's Day celebrations. It allows guests to create their own flower bouquets, providing a unique and memorable experience. Guests can select blooms, design their arrangements, and take home their creations as party favors.
Selecting Blooms for Your DIY Flower Bar
When setting up a DIY flower bar, the first step is to choose the perfect blooms. One option is to explore the various styles of Flower Combo Boxes available at FiftyFlowers. These combo boxes contain three to five different types of flowers and/or greenery, including a focal flower, a flower that adds texture and depth, and filler flowers that complete the bouquet. These combo boxes make floral selection easier by curating a collection of flowers that will look stunning together .
If you have a specific vision in mind, you can also order wholesale flowers by color or variety and create your own selection. Mixing and matching combo packs or adding extra bulk flowers can expand the range of options for your guests.
The Bouquet Bar Experience
Designing flowers with loved ones at a DIY bouquet bar is a beautiful bonding experience. It allows for creativity, laughter, and sharing of unique perspectives and ideas. Hosting a DIY flower bar is especially perfect for bridal showers, as it gives the bride and her loved ones a chance to become familiar with flowers before the big day. It can also enhance floral design skills for those planning to arrange their own wedding flowers.
How to Set Up a DIY Flower Bouquet Bar
To set up a DIY flower bouquet bar, follow these practical steps:
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Order Wholesale Flowers: Order affordable and high-quality flowers in bulk to ensure a wide selection for your guests. Buying flowers wholesale is budget-friendly and guarantees fresh blooms. Consider offering a variety of options to unleash your guests' creativity.
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Take Care of the Flowers: When the flowers arrive, it's crucial to give them proper care to ensure they stay beautiful until the event. Cut the stems at an angle, place them in water with flower food, remove excess foliage, and store them in a cool, dry place. For more detailed instructions on flower care, you can refer to resources like the Flower Care page.
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Create Signs and Labels: Enhance the DIY flower bar experience by providing clear signage to guide your guests through the process. Craft signs that say "Bouquet Bar" or "Make Your Own Bouquet," label each type of flower, and provide step-by-step instructions for creating a bouquet .
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Design a DIY Flower Bar Display: Showcase the beautiful flowers you've selected by using vases or buckets filled with fresh, cool water. Add personal touches like candles, tablecloths, or frames to elevate the ambiance of the DIY flower bar.
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Provide the Finishing Touches: Offer floral wire and pretty ribbons for guests to secure their bouquets. Alternatively, consider gifting each guest a small vase to hold their arrangement. These finishing touches ensure that guests can take their creations home safely and beautifully.
By following these steps, you can create a complete and enjoyable DIY flower bouquet bar experience for your guests.
I hope this information helps you in setting up your own DIY bouquet bar! If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask.
