Modern Country Flower Styling For A Wedding

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Welcome back to part two of </span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 25.6000003814697px; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: large;"><b>Modern Country Style Guide </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 25.6000003814697px; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: large;"><b>To Growing And Creating </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b style="background-color: white; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: x-large; line-height: 25.6000003814697px;"><span style="color: #134f5c;">Your Own Vintage Wedding Flowers</span>. </b><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib1ZNXlGQuVzWpNcJQsBymdsl04sWRdiBJ042-9zWsglAnpyYuaIBKI9lWOzxg0EiL6V1Az_8eKdEdODO9hQFKYrImwqVLOsv-nT0YxMLE7BW9yF9WJ_PFXkyWUvx4WA_IxJhunKpCTP-V/s1600/bandq+flowers+103.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib1ZNXlGQuVzWpNcJQsBymdsl04sWRdiBJ042-9zWsglAnpyYuaIBKI9lWOzxg0EiL6V1Az_8eKdEdODO9hQFKYrImwqVLOsv-nT0YxMLE7BW9yF9WJ_PFXkyWUvx4WA_IxJhunKpCTP-V/s1600/bandq+flowers+103.JPG" width="640" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">We're aiming for Modern Country flower styling that is: attainable, low-priced and gorgeous. Today's arrangement would look beautiful on the centre of each wedding table.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5xsFtMXCrzcS609QH070oq1SFtESvqAbS7h2fRaGiWMCwQIjYTBarCvLGmUQ0sqjBVLmlmSuBBqccUzjvSQElMG8CYnqdaomkdWbi1gfGIkL9Mbjjv7slPJppv6T08yMKMSW6aSrpx2H8/s1600/bandq+flowers+130.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5xsFtMXCrzcS609QH070oq1SFtESvqAbS7h2fRaGiWMCwQIjYTBarCvLGmUQ0sqjBVLmlmSuBBqccUzjvSQElMG8CYnqdaomkdWbi1gfGIkL9Mbjjv7slPJppv6T08yMKMSW6aSrpx2H8/s1600/bandq+flowers+130.JPG" width="640" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">And with that in mind, h</span><span style="font-size: large;">ere's how to create a <i>very </i>easy Modern Country Flower Arrangement. We're keeping it super-simple so don't be nervous. I've used an assortment of vases, just as we discussed in Part 1. The flowers are all easy to grow in the garden, and are all ready at this time of year.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLsAv53YoFv5KabtrfzsKBc0xZjgFcyM8Cjhofgl2-owySVIJki98UifulQNJ-vFqeqgJM_NZO-SnJRJRi-LfVfv74V9md9-rBwVLVOUE-Fnbh8js_r7hwurRqIALVhl24FPWISxKdslvq/s1600/bandq+flowers+121.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLsAv53YoFv5KabtrfzsKBc0xZjgFcyM8Cjhofgl2-owySVIJki98UifulQNJ-vFqeqgJM_NZO-SnJRJRi-LfVfv74V9md9-rBwVLVOUE-Fnbh8js_r7hwurRqIALVhl24FPWISxKdslvq/s1600/bandq+flowers+121.JPG" width="640" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">{Remember, when you're thinking about arrangements, you need to make sure the necessary plants are all going to be ready at the same time.}</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIlTHuXty5UlxBi8ER6HoDUYGkbORJLlddH73oKGWtjxa5VUtnAMPfOpc-AUnj8Chhxi9SJDvBiIQ_npa36sJti_ESzorGsLQ3IluzrBbS-U6VlTNOkmI4DAWlTs73xvP7QBYE2ojTisP_/s1600/bandq+flowers+090.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIlTHuXty5UlxBi8ER6HoDUYGkbORJLlddH73oKGWtjxa5VUtnAMPfOpc-AUnj8Chhxi9SJDvBiIQ_npa36sJti_ESzorGsLQ3IluzrBbS-U6VlTNOkmI4DAWlTs73xvP7QBYE2ojTisP_/s1600/bandq+flowers+090.JPG" width="426" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">This is a little like following a recipe.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Here's what you'll need:</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">One white hydrangea plant</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">An old terracotta pot</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Leafy evergreen branches</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Jam jars (I've used vintage Kilner jars)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Printing blocks</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Silvered glass bottles in large and small sizes (you can buy mine <a href="http://www.diy.com/departments/silver-vintage-bottle/778847_BQ.prd" target="_blank">here</a>)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Dried alium heads</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4usE1TG_vc4Q4SwNZDjXIP7h8d00FApXcmnB4gHBN_NEtc1tTZEFON_E_cackKs01B-7nw9qsSOUOkC7l1vuUZnB7SHog1p62Swb1q6JTQ3SS010AJABjeStEyfUYUMjxMs4q3vDhTXV5/s1600/bandq+flowers+106.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4usE1TG_vc4Q4SwNZDjXIP7h8d00FApXcmnB4gHBN_NEtc1tTZEFON_E_cackKs01B-7nw9qsSOUOkC7l1vuUZnB7SHog1p62Swb1q6JTQ3SS010AJABjeStEyfUYUMjxMs4q3vDhTXV5/s1600/bandq+flowers+106.JPG" width="426" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Pop the hydrangea plant into a suitably large old terracotta pot; if necessary, you may need to add more compost.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjx-xYUi8Uvclpt_7xnkJQ9QSsZefvr0-EKQc5FthMWXDxpolPwVeylNoiko0VJ5nruRHwMHZTiUfLhu6CZss8Gw9NDdue36mutllwELebmrVMOhXE7bM21RSGn6mcXJ4LsnCi1Saeo-lTl/s1600/bandq+flowers+123.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjx-xYUi8Uvclpt_7xnkJQ9QSsZefvr0-EKQc5FthMWXDxpolPwVeylNoiko0VJ5nruRHwMHZTiUfLhu6CZss8Gw9NDdue36mutllwELebmrVMOhXE7bM21RSGn6mcXJ4LsnCi1Saeo-lTl/s1600/bandq+flowers+123.JPG" width="640" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Add the evergreen foliage from your garden into the jam jars. I like sticking to one type for a simple, rustic feel.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIpcK2Z14V4op4ovzcPj4cAHl6tgFuSOWhsrRnmvwCZXFTsqbLEVHYg1vElgaCXxIsIH8YJXsLzoTxX5_e-ywQpJIPmEqt14Q25O36vIx_Ln3q-9vjRHDL5S9EF9pV5HSOTAQGJdo_nwdD/s1600/bandq+flowers+122.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIpcK2Z14V4op4ovzcPj4cAHl6tgFuSOWhsrRnmvwCZXFTsqbLEVHYg1vElgaCXxIsIH8YJXsLzoTxX5_e-ywQpJIPmEqt14Q25O36vIx_Ln3q-9vjRHDL5S9EF9pV5HSOTAQGJdo_nwdD/s1600/bandq+flowers+122.JPG" width="640" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Pop the alium heads into the silvered glass bottles. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ4kzQeKwIYpTCad8HqBAchKGeQyYSpCto23WoRcnc5iI4yzJopg2O5eGcPrsXrM-PQZHdlHflfZ8WUwfpxO4oEhmdwHVujz71GkIAOB8rhxuFF28Bx3tCjSJoeQtOC406qJAR5jmAw0XA/s1600/bandq+flowers+127.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ4kzQeKwIYpTCad8HqBAchKGeQyYSpCto23WoRcnc5iI4yzJopg2O5eGcPrsXrM-PQZHdlHflfZ8WUwfpxO4oEhmdwHVujz71GkIAOB8rhxuFF28Bx3tCjSJoeQtOC406qJAR5jmAw0XA/s1600/bandq+flowers+127.JPG" width="426" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">I love the contrast of their natural spikiness alongside the shiny glass. Alium Christophii heads work brilliantly for this. They keep their dried form all through the winter. I think they look like little fireworks!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFuYyXVo0tQkrkTgtNonAapx_W10pyqLqLhMt16qA_SzJuhi5sy305gQNrxSlYyYKCD3ZSYXrnT8IPMJiyygAn66AH40AchLOimbZCxov9NqdgvqW-2xAFLrcgt9cC9wVO4reVW8ufen0Q/s1600/bandq+flowers+132.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFuYyXVo0tQkrkTgtNonAapx_W10pyqLqLhMt16qA_SzJuhi5sy305gQNrxSlYyYKCD3ZSYXrnT8IPMJiyygAn66AH40AchLOimbZCxov9NqdgvqW-2xAFLrcgt9cC9wVO4reVW8ufen0Q/s1600/bandq+flowers+132.JPG" width="640" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">And then comes the fun bit! Keep moving the different pieces around until you find an arrangement that looks gorgeously and visually satisfying.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeRkMDQHN-HKutNAMk53KiDqa6G1y3vROIEGEvX8N1psM1-7NtxwMljzAfJN1Lf9UkZ7mfX64sbpe5WwKjfd4VKgMzEfBqvp4fPZz_KOyD1HfxWzWsMW8DB0ktwl1FjYp24K7dmHChg4oC/s1600/bandq+flowers+085.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeRkMDQHN-HKutNAMk53KiDqa6G1y3vROIEGEvX8N1psM1-7NtxwMljzAfJN1Lf9UkZ7mfX64sbpe5WwKjfd4VKgMzEfBqvp4fPZz_KOyD1HfxWzWsMW8DB0ktwl1FjYp24K7dmHChg4oC/s1600/bandq+flowers+085.JPG" width="426" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">I love the hydrangea in the middle as the centrepiece, and the jars in front, with the silvered glass bottles either side. </span><span style="font-size: large;">But if you find a different way that you prefer then go for it! This is your special day, after all!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib1ZNXlGQuVzWpNcJQsBymdsl04sWRdiBJ042-9zWsglAnpyYuaIBKI9lWOzxg0EiL6V1Az_8eKdEdODO9hQFKYrImwqVLOsv-nT0YxMLE7BW9yF9WJ_PFXkyWUvx4WA_IxJhunKpCTP-V/s1600/bandq+flowers+103.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="font-size: x-large; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib1ZNXlGQuVzWpNcJQsBymdsl04sWRdiBJ042-9zWsglAnpyYuaIBKI9lWOzxg0EiL6V1Az_8eKdEdODO9hQFKYrImwqVLOsv-nT0YxMLE7BW9yF9WJ_PFXkyWUvx4WA_IxJhunKpCTP-V/s1600/bandq+flowers+103.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">One of the best thing about this is that the budget is spent on things you can keep after the day is over, as a lifelong memory of your perfect Modern Country wedding.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm4JFrX3krRbi6guh2rlxEzQMAVqwURmP_QsTjEaHLhJCkup8I7zlujJ7eAkJUBxW821rGoYYoe3o4H1ksGNxTQdsjbCWTDtgZtAKk1zrV1VK_TBmNVAVMEbkD-Hhf7lDiq5CT-pPrhBk/s1600/911BDF1E66C2C8003D62774447FCC1C0.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-xfi351MsyndAYUmxHRkGj61sLDTTHthxjmqP_EqC0iadkaUpjrQDkUditdqsJUO44UYzJMr2L30-6QhSw3rOMyvnZOXIIuWdzCpbKvYZuRqn1fyarc_9lLE6E5bIUsmzFpoY5i9Ie40/s1600/2052BBEDE343AF4A73F6A61C3820B007.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>

Modern Country Flower Styling For A Wedding

Welcome back to part two of  Modern Country Style Guide  To Growing And Creating  Your Own Vintage Wedding Flowers .    We're aiming for...

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Grow Your Own Modern Country Wedding Flowers

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Welcome to the </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: x-large;"><b>Modern Country Style Guide </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: x-large;"><b>To Growing And Creating </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="color: #134f5c;">Your Own Vintage Wedding Flowers</span>. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">So many couples are looking for ways to add a personal touch to their weddings; what better way than growing your own flowers for your own, or your children's weddings? </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIeV4O1kIVPScGMO8HpLZgOADVns0hfVUmDdCdGctVYMyiP7Oc9aIWASDFbwNrAxSgj19mBRiDIx61d62r0DOStEdxy_uH-SQtZN2AwXT7HIky6aGD96R6h0D1lY1VZ8p_2TBEae6PYUUy/s1600/bandq+flowers+176.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIeV4O1kIVPScGMO8HpLZgOADVns0hfVUmDdCdGctVYMyiP7Oc9aIWASDFbwNrAxSgj19mBRiDIx61d62r0DOStEdxy_uH-SQtZN2AwXT7HIky6aGD96R6h0D1lY1VZ8p_2TBEae6PYUUy/s1600/bandq+flowers+176.JPG" width="426" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">And, as a huge bonus, growing your own wedding flowers is a hundred-fold cheaper than buying them from florists. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0JGHJ63IwEDeqb4hgb8J3ljPgwHRBvspbqRkFyq6uT4myXJZKqvp4VBTRB5dToxjUIrtahXEyTlPD-6T-GCnmDxFSUa-iwQlY8rTaG8yGnhnBQWD6cDkI-yv2P1CB3md8pC8AUzp6RcfQ/s1600/bandq+flowers+147.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="font-size: x-large; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0JGHJ63IwEDeqb4hgb8J3ljPgwHRBvspbqRkFyq6uT4myXJZKqvp4VBTRB5dToxjUIrtahXEyTlPD-6T-GCnmDxFSUa-iwQlY8rTaG8yGnhnBQWD6cDkI-yv2P1CB3md8pC8AUzp6RcfQ/s1600/bandq+flowers+147.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Today, let's start right at the beginning by putting the spotlight on v</span><span style="font-size: large;">ases. </span><span style="font-size: large;">We're going to take it very slowly by building up the look one post at a time so that you have time to play and consider what it is that you like.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFA-U9ou4cqz0b1mZ-cM59qM_EPPWLcb_ApC_knDXOhA0L4k5vzk-OjkddwfeXGQ0ar2B77zuN6TAxeV1Vg4IcZ9le7xnEhfLBYX4vuxU9XA9wdJ6TVJU2e47TVtLWtE2QUHKv0qhn-4tW/s1600/bandq+flowers+164.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="font-size: x-large; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFA-U9ou4cqz0b1mZ-cM59qM_EPPWLcb_ApC_knDXOhA0L4k5vzk-OjkddwfeXGQ0ar2B77zuN6TAxeV1Vg4IcZ9le7xnEhfLBYX4vuxU9XA9wdJ6TVJU2e47TVtLWtE2QUHKv0qhn-4tW/s1600/bandq+flowers+164.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Of course, if you have no significant wedding coming up, then these ideas would also work a treat for <i>any </i>special occasion so pull up a chair and let's dig in...</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQGLCWYZoaEMY69KbsvX1oly7WFjWK3OlMqjoNvbxo7HgMrtSdx1-MaYJgBxNVhfv2XDFpgZz-tvSoEGwjyIVErivO8y1_6wpLoX9eeAgbj5FRNnoilGb0r-ngiDDsK34-oKRHzgwMl48c/s1600/bandq+flowers+149.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQGLCWYZoaEMY69KbsvX1oly7WFjWK3OlMqjoNvbxo7HgMrtSdx1-MaYJgBxNVhfv2XDFpgZz-tvSoEGwjyIVErivO8y1_6wpLoX9eeAgbj5FRNnoilGb0r-ngiDDsK34-oKRHzgwMl48c/s1600/bandq+flowers+149.JPG" width="426" /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">For the next couple of weeks, we'll be looking at easy and cheap ways to give your wedding that Modern Country feel. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: x-large;">The focus will be keeping it </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: x-large;">attainable, </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: x-large;">low-priced </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: x-large;">and looking gorgeous.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEAVjx8aum6JHSqy2YZsFrTPvTJEl_A_WROmCleAwVP9eF-4zmaIXnqCMPY-xiYt-INShSjn9eXrJjtoJOehtRYs5L-7EAdiW73tOjI_lwHbF_bFyxGG1Cj8zX6SbFDVyiVVT5zzOBdzJg/s1600/bandq+flowers+153.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEAVjx8aum6JHSqy2YZsFrTPvTJEl_A_WROmCleAwVP9eF-4zmaIXnqCMPY-xiYt-INShSjn9eXrJjtoJOehtRYs5L-7EAdiW73tOjI_lwHbF_bFyxGG1Cj8zX6SbFDVyiVVT5zzOBdzJg/s1600/bandq+flowers+153.JPG" width="426" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">I'm <i>not </i>a trained florist, I just know what I like!...so rest assured that when I say 'attainable' I really do mean it! Follow my simple instructions for your very own Modern Country wedding.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwNa5BUoAZokibbGD9RU1scyifV-9BYUHqoAzUn5_CqOY2ifFtTQJu9itPJl9dbT2k8GGVpCwlQ8NL-UikpdiZLYFvRsNAUKDsAXeeBximOPvEveJbFtIuLvJz-fjsraOrCO_UCGQbeTo0/s1600/bandq+flowers+177.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwNa5BUoAZokibbGD9RU1scyifV-9BYUHqoAzUn5_CqOY2ifFtTQJu9itPJl9dbT2k8GGVpCwlQ8NL-UikpdiZLYFvRsNAUKDsAXeeBximOPvEveJbFtIuLvJz-fjsraOrCO_UCGQbeTo0/s1600/bandq+flowers+177.JPG" width="426" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Your first step should be to take the time to build up your own collection of vases. These should NOT be bog-standard vases. No, this is your chance to think outside that dull box. Instead, use terracotta pots, old crockery, jugs, jam jars and vintage crates to give a deliciously rustic vibe. I'll be showing you some of my own favourites very soon.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipaoe5Q5Kj6nFhdaxwY46qzcoTKj448rAIc89SJGTE_tAj7NiAsqjEmLchrxUsMmuHC-DefRBVwYVY5S8X_3aUZBVYezniAEUI4pJwwrv1Vjb5FtTh1u6ziRpx8Pf_ToXUGEcdLcw1ZUo1/s1600/bandq+flowers+139.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipaoe5Q5Kj6nFhdaxwY46qzcoTKj448rAIc89SJGTE_tAj7NiAsqjEmLchrxUsMmuHC-DefRBVwYVY5S8X_3aUZBVYezniAEUI4pJwwrv1Vjb5FtTh1u6ziRpx8Pf_ToXUGEcdLcw1ZUo1/s1600/bandq+flowers+139.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">So that's the Country part done and dusted. Now we need to add a touch of the Modern, no? My top tip is to choose a number of mercury glass bottles to lift the whole look. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtMXltABbcpu22rBe-xCFpsuRKmPZ6OOpEHM45TMNQuJqqU6b3lBV3bK_UsvHAdzAqBRtCbDjChZyXUwyZy12vWr9j9A4nEKuT3t5FXHo0tBfX6bgoHakqw10BfRoTr_V0oQEwvdhIxYti/s1600/bandq+flowers+140.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtMXltABbcpu22rBe-xCFpsuRKmPZ6OOpEHM45TMNQuJqqU6b3lBV3bK_UsvHAdzAqBRtCbDjChZyXUwyZy12vWr9j9A4nEKuT3t5FXHo0tBfX6bgoHakqw10BfRoTr_V0oQEwvdhIxYti/s1600/bandq+flowers+140.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Before you all clutch your credit cards to your chests, have a look at these bargainous beauties from <a href="http://www.diy.com/departments/silver-vintage-bottle/778847_BQ.prd" target="_blank">B&Q</a>. The large size is £12 and the smaller is £8. </span><span style="font-size: large;">The quality is incredible for the price; each bottle is slightly different and the mouths look hand-blown. </span><span style="font-size: large;">If you shop around carefully (or ask someone who does!), you can save those extra pounds for your honeymoon, or for a deposit on your first home together!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheM4QThiLL2AuOUWZXM4cV_3qjke1K8_A1VR5_u7Ud34tHVIcgjEoSig5jlFJFYSagkVrxul6HYOmXY40PJPF3G8-ZHWFghR-K0j2IIt7QJ7WGbsiEa_wgf9GoEDpC9IhVwLGaswNFRn7I/s1600/bandq+flowers+182.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheM4QThiLL2AuOUWZXM4cV_3qjke1K8_A1VR5_u7Ud34tHVIcgjEoSig5jlFJFYSagkVrxul6HYOmXY40PJPF3G8-ZHWFghR-K0j2IIt7QJ7WGbsiEa_wgf9GoEDpC9IhVwLGaswNFRn7I/s1600/bandq+flowers+182.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Next up, we'll be working at putting together your first Modern Country arrangement together, so don't forget to follow along!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhthN-yM7g2_v5dkqROHxxFsFpZB66mcA9cu3f3_6uUi9NVrJ7ibk5dETkSnwITz_7LpkEB0QSRKh8hrSV5hjIu66mgGmnbiiZybP9bFU5h_W9VhKzuX6xHVQPSsfn2a-2z0L56LmLytS4e/s1600/bandq+flowers+174.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm4JFrX3krRbi6guh2rlxEzQMAVqwURmP_QsTjEaHLhJCkup8I7zlujJ7eAkJUBxW821rGoYYoe3o4H1ksGNxTQdsjbCWTDtgZtAKk1zrV1VK_TBmNVAVMEbkD-Hhf7lDiq5CT-pPrhBk/s1600/911BDF1E66C2C8003D62774447FCC1C0.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img /></span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-xfi351MsyndAYUmxHRkGj61sLDTTHthxjmqP_EqC0iadkaUpjrQDkUditdqsJUO44UYzJMr2L30-6QhSw3rOMyvnZOXIIuWdzCpbKvYZuRqn1fyarc_9lLE6E5bIUsmzFpoY5i9Ie40/s1600/2052BBEDE343AF4A73F6A61C3820B007.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>

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