DIY Flower Buckets vs. Florist Arrangements: Which Is Right for You?
Planning a wedding, shower, dinner party, or celebration in Southeastern Connecticut?
Flowers can completely transform a space—adding warmth, color, and something a little magical. But when it comes to choosing your flowers, should you go with full-service floral design or do it yourself?
Here’s a breakdown to help you choose what works best for your event, budget, and schedule.
DIY Flower Buckets: Flexible, Affordable, and Hands-On
DIY buckets are exactly what they sound like—farm-fresh buckets of seasonal flowers ready for you to arrange. Each one includes a mix of focal flowers, filler blooms, and greenery, so you have everything you need to make your own arrangements.
Best for:
Couples planning a DIY wedding
Hosts working within a budget
People who enjoy creative, hands-on projects
Intimate gatherings with a relaxed feel
Pros:
Affordable and flexible
Seasonal chemical-free flowers
Creative freedom—make your own bouquets, bud vases, or centerpieces
Great way to involve friends the day before your event
Things to consider:
Arranging flowers takes time and a little practice
You’ll need to pick up your flowers and keep them cool
We recommend doing a practice round, especially if it’s for a big day
Florist Arrangements: Custom, Stress-Free, and Professional
Full-service floral design means everything is created for you—from bouquets to ceremony installs. It's a great option if you want your flowers handled start to finish.
Best for:
Larger or more formal events
Busy couples or hosts
Anyone wanting a polished, elevated floral look
Pros:
Professionally designed with shape, movement, and longevity in mind
No need to arrange or transport anything yourself
Can include delivery and setup (depending on the florist)
Things to consider:
Higher cost due to labor, sourcing, and design time
Less flexibility for last-minute changes or custom pickup options
So, What’s Right for You?
If you’re creative, budget-conscious, and excited to be hands-on, DIY flower buckets are a beautiful way to bring flowers into your event.If you want a more stylized look without the logistics, full-service florals might be the better fit.
Planning something special? Pre-order your DIY flower bucket and bring the beauty of the farm to your next event.
Bloom Harvest is a specialty flower farm and floral design studio located in East Lyme, CT, serving the Southeastern CT area.
We offer a seasonal bouquet subscription, DIY flower buckets, custom event florals, and fresh flowers at local farmers markets.
