So, you have finally tied the knot and have a dozen centerpieces on your hands. You spent all this money on something that is going to go to waste after your big day? What next? Here are some of the best ways to get rid of all those leftovers without letting them go to waste.
1) Donate your flowers to a nursing home. Nothing can brighten someone’s day quite as much as a simple bouquet of flowers. Imagine the look on their faces when the get a special delivery right to their very own door.
2) Give a little floral inspiration to your favorite people. Have your centerpieces sent to someone who couldn’t be there to celebrate your wedding day with you. Maybe it is a great-grandmother or a distant cousin. If the flowers are still in good condition, have a sibling or friend drop them off for you, or even have them delivered. These missing guests would appreciate being included even though they couldn’t make it. They’ll feel like they were genuinely missed.
3) Do you know of a battered women’s shelter or a children’s home? Your used flowers could become something new in the eyes of those who could use some spirit lifting.
4) A local hospital would really appreciate the gift! Think about how you’d feel being stuck in a hospital room for a few days or even weeks. The children’s ward could always use the burst of color and a cancer wing will be decorated with smiles after your delivery.
5) Sell them. I know, this isn’t the most charitable way to get the best out of your purchase, but you may have vases, candle holders, extra ribbon, etc. I am sure someone else needs whatever you are getting rid of, so why not make a profit? Ebay, Craigslist, local newspapers and even some wedding related forums and boards can be great resources for this.
6) Have them preserved. There are many companies that will turn your bouquet into a work of art. Keep these flowers as a reminder of the beautiful day that you shared your vows. These fabulous pieces of art can last a lifetime!
An indianapolis vendor who does preservation:
http://www.valleyfreezedried.com/photo from: yumsugar.com
This is the most creative wedding invitation i have ever seen, and i love it! How cool to get a dvd as your invite, an you can do it in your own style. Here is an example i found on one of my favorite blogs: http://redprairiepress.blogspot.com/2008/03/our-wedding-invite.html.
Watch the invitation and think of how you could do yours. 
So, you have finally tied the knot and have a dozen centerpieces on your hands. You spent all this money on something that is going to go to waste after your big day? What next? Here are some of the best ways to get rid of all those leftovers without letting them go to waste.
