FH was shocked from a quote.............

Rosalind_75 Posted: Jan 12, 2009 02:23 PM

FH was shocked from a quote.............

we got yesterday.
We went to the bridal expo at the Marriott and as we were walking around I saw something similar to what I wanted for a centerpiece.

It was some branches with crystals and candles.
It was pretty huge.
FH asked how much he said $95 and he said we couldn't keep the vase.

I have to be honest I was a little shocked too.

But to give you an idea of what we are looking for
here it is.

Where can we get something like this but inexpensive? Or should we think of something else as a centerpiece?

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JC297 Posted: Jan 12, 2009 02:30 PM

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Shop around. Since you have a pic, I would print it out and go to a few different places. I would look at Flower Michele, Verbena, and a few local florist. I met with one florist who said that the vase were on rental and I felt that wouldnt work so I moved on to someone else. We ended up booking with verbena.

ETA: I dont think the price is a lot, I think it's a lot since you dont get to keep the vase.

lori7570 Posted: Jan 12, 2009 02:34 PM

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Sorry I haven't gone to florist yet...but I think the tall cp is usually pricey...I could be totally wrong though...I know I'm so helpful

Rosalind_75 Posted: Jan 12, 2009 02:37 PM

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Posted by lori7570

Sorry I haven't gone to florist yet...but I think the tall cp is usually pricey...I could be totally wrong though...I know I'm so helpful

I really don't want it to be that high but i can't find an exact picture

bulldoglover Posted: Jan 12, 2009 04:23 PM

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we saw flowers by burton setting up for a wedding at the woodlands on saturday - they did a tall cp with branches and flowers (no candles) which looked very nice. the BM we were talking to said they are reasonably priced - you can try to check them out?

rocketsummer17 Posted: Jan 12, 2009 04:25 PM

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that seems really expensive...try looking around at a bunch of different florists...
(maybe even try looking into renting your centerpieces...FH's cousin did that for their wedding...)

bulldoglover Posted: Jan 12, 2009 04:46 PM

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Posted by rocketsummer17

that seems really expensive...try looking around at a bunch of different florists...
(maybe even try looking into renting your centerpieces...FH's cousin did that for their wedding...)

if you rent centerpieces...how do u stop ppl from taking them?

LoL...i'm imaginging vases glued to the table...

rocketsummer17 Posted: Jan 12, 2009 05:14 PM

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Posted by bulldoglover

Posted by rocketsummer17

that seems really expensive...try looking around at a bunch of different florists...
(maybe even try looking into renting your centerpieces...FH's cousin did that for their wedding...)

if you rent centerpieces...how do u stop ppl from taking them?

LoL...i'm imaginging vases glued to the table...

normally if you can take them the DJ will make an announcement that you can, and will play a game to see who gets it. If the DJ doesnt make an announcement then you dont take them...

Alyssa79 Posted: Jan 12, 2009 07:21 PM

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i'm looking into the same type of high CP and I don't think $95 is alot. i actually am finding it to be average BUT the vases are mine so I can give the CP's away.

mosh424 Posted: Jan 12, 2009 07:45 PM

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I honestly don't think that is expensive because tall CP usually run around 125 give or take

RitasEngaged Posted: Jan 12, 2009 08:23 PM

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that actually isn't a lot for what you are looking for

Rosalind_75 Posted: Jan 13, 2009 09:06 AM

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Posted by RitasEngaged

that actually isn't a lot for what you are looking for

Since I'm 3 blocks from the flower district I'm going to take a look at what the florist pay wholesale for branches. Thay way I can see what the markup is. I know they charge for the labor but at least I can get an idea.

luckiestelc Posted: Jan 13, 2009 09:09 AM

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09er crashing....

i was quoted 200$ (with some orchids) and 160$ for one just like your photo...

it's a big racket!

Rosalind_75 Posted: Jan 13, 2009 10:04 AM

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Posted by luckiestelc

09er crashing....

i was quoted 200$ (with some orchids) and 160$ for one just like your photo...

it's a big racket!

That's crazy!!!!!
FH really likes this for our theme
He even suggested we make them
Not sure how I feel about that

luckiestelc Posted: Jan 13, 2009 10:48 AM

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Posted by Rosalind_75

Posted by luckiestelc

09er crashing....

i was quoted 200$ (with some orchids) and 160$ for one just like your photo...

it's a big racket!

That's crazy!!!!!
FH really likes this for our theme
He even suggested we make them
Not sure how I feel about that

honestly, they are probably really easy (and inexpensive) to make. if you are planning on having them on every table, it make make sense to DIY.

Rosalind_75 Posted: Jan 13, 2009 12:23 PM

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Posted by luckiestelc

Posted by Rosalind_75

Posted by luckiestelc

09er crashing....

i was quoted 200$ (with some orchids) and 160$ for one just like your photo...

it's a big racket!

That's crazy!!!!!
FH really likes this for our theme
He even suggested we make them
Not sure how I feel about that

honestly, they are probably really easy (and inexpensive) to make. if you are planning on having them on every table, it make make sense to DIY.

your right.
now i just need to learn how to make them

stinenandy2010 Posted: Jan 13, 2009 12:26 PM

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Posted by Alyssa79

i'm looking into the same type of high CP and I don't think $95 is alot. i actually am finding it to be average BUT the vases are mine so I can give the CP's away.

i agree with alyssa!

Kimbiz1 Posted: Jan 13, 2009 12:30 PM

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What happens if a guest walks off with the rented equipment???

drivwal Posted: Jan 13, 2009 12:35 PM

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you can totally re-create that yourself if you just go to michaels or another craft store. you can possibly buy the stuff you need for your centerpieces and ask the florist or someone at the hall to set it up for you that way you do not have to do this yourself. This centerpiece is totally do-able and $95 is a lot of money for that in my opinion. Once you say wedding to a vendor the price goes up astronomically because they know you are willing to pay for the convenience...shop around :) you'll get a better price

Rosalind_75 Posted: Jan 13, 2009 12:50 PM

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Posted by drivwal

you can totally re-create that yourself if you just go to michaels or another craft store. you can possibly buy the stuff you need for your centerpieces and ask the florist or someone at the hall to set it up for you that way you do not have to do this yourself. This centerpiece is totally do-able and $95 is a lot of money for that in my opinion. Once you say wedding to a vendor the price goes up astronomically because they know you are willing to pay for the convenience...shop around :) you'll get a better price

Funny you said that. FH wants to go to Michaels today

We told Denise at Cresent Beach what we wanted as a centerpiece and the first thing she said was try to make it yourself....go to michaels!!