Loving the Lush

Lush, luscious, lovely les fleurs.  That's what we Pencils immersed ourselves in a few weekends back.  We went on a flower scouting trip with Mr. P's grandmother, who has graciously agreed to make our reception centerpieces, to the local flower mart.  It was cold but fun!  Even if you're not doing your own flowers, I recommend visiting a wholesale flower shop- such wonderful flowers to surround yourself on a dreary March day!

We were looking for lush round flowers to go with our square vases at the reception tables.  We found some great possibilities!  Of course, all I had was my Blackberry camera, so please forgive:

Yummy ranunculus.  

Pretty peonies!

We also found some "mini mums" in the best vibrant green:

And a long time favorite, gerbera daisies:

Mr. Pencils' grandmother pointed out that I was going for round flowers to juxtapose with the square vases.  I hadn't realized it, but it's absolutely true!

We also changed one thing while there.  Instead of river rocks in the bottom of the vases, we are going to wrap some of these to create a sweet rustic look!

And one final parting look:

Have you made any last minute changes to wedding decor when you saw what was available?  What's your favorite flower?