Wedding flowers can feel overwhelming, especially if you don’t know where to start, what’s in season, or how to make your vision work within your budget. In this episode of Weddings 101, I sit down with local wedding and events florist Abby Jensen of Jensen Creations to walk through everything couples need to know before booking their floral vendor.

We talk about how to prioritize your ceremony space, why your bridal bouquet and a strong focal point are often the most important starting place, and how couples can repurpose florals throughout the day to get the most value from their investment. Abby also shares her “rule of three” approach to colors, textures, and design, along with how shape, size, and structure can completely change the look and feel of your wedding.

We dive into common floral misconceptions, including why lush designs are possible even with tighter budgets, what actually drives pricing, and why not every flower is available year round. Abby explains how choosing seasonal blooms leads to stronger, healthier flowers and how substitutions can still bring your vision to life beautifully.

You’ll also learn how florals can reflect your love story, what information to prepare before your first consultation, how to know if a florist is the right creative fit for you, and the ideal timeline for booking your wedding florist.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, unsure where to begin, or want your wedding flowers to feel meaningful and personal, this episode will give you clarity and confidence as you plan.

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Your wedding ceremony and reception should feel like one seamless experience, not a series of rushed or confusing transitions.

In this episode, I share how to create a smooth, stress-free flow from ceremony to cocktail hour to reception. You will learn how to build a realistic wedding timeline with buffer time, manage travel between venues, keep guests comfortable during transitions, and avoid common flow mistakes that can disrupt the energy of the day.

Whether you are planning a church ceremony, same-venue celebration, or destination wedding, this episode will help you design a day that feels intentional, connected, and enjoyable from start to finish.

Wedding rentals are one of the most overlooked and expensive parts of planning your big day. From tables and chairs to linens, lighting, and ceremony décor, it’s easy to get overwhelmed or accidentally overpay.

In this episode, I break down what wedding rentals actually include, what your venue may provide, and how to manage your rental orders efficiently. You’ll learn the key questions to ask vendors, avoid common mistakes, and build a rental setup that matches your vision and budget.

Whether you’re planning your ceremony, reception, or both, this episode will give you the confidence to handle rentals like a pro.