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Clinton News-Record, 1983-02-16, Page 31Comilla Granger shows Carolyn 4 Chits t 8 ®00 aw Electrohons® Howe 26" c e r Telsislat Lno ®r Jowvea Th unit! c or designed t fit t sir Dy int ®� ��®e y a r r 4 Anel. 0t maximizes flor s. ®� and all ws viewing fr any angle. Television and Appliances Goderich 324-8925 Fie DES EDITION •93 PAGE Flower A wedding without flowers? Perish the thought ! Wedding flowers go hand-in- hand with white dresses, tiered cakes and champagne toasts to future happiness. Flowers set the stage for wedding ceremonies and receptions alike. From the trail of rose petals dropped by a pint-sized flowergirl to the bridal bouquet caught by an unmarried bridesmaid, flowers are an integral part of the wedding celebration. So have they been for cen- turies. In ancient Roman times, brides carried bunches of herbs — a combination of garlic, chives, bay leaves, rosemary and other strong herbs — to help drive away evil spirits and ensure a lifetime of marital bliss. In later times, brides car- ried a bouquet of orange blossoms, symbolic of fertili- ty. And, centuries ago in England, an anxious groom would know that his bride-to- tt be had arrived at the church when her maid of honor presented him with a flower from the bridal bouquet to wear in his lapel. Today's bride, unlike the brides of times gone by, can have any flowers she desires — whether it's in season or not. Of course, flowers which are out of season will be more costly, but inay well be worth the extra expense if a bride has her heart set on heather in July. Planning the flower ar- rangements and bouquets is possibly one of the most pleasurable of all wedding preparations. If you select a reputable florist, your floral arrangements should be hassle -free. Meet with your florist at least a month in advance of the wedding, if not sooner. Discuss with him or her the color scheme you want to use. Take along swatches of material from the bridesmaids' dresses — it will make coordinating their uquets foolproof. Next, decide upon the mood you want to set with the flowers. Is the wedding to ,,., formal and traditional, or will it be a (lighthearted break from tradition? The florist will sugget various floral arrangements to key into the mood of your choos- ing. A conscientious florist will want to visit your church or temple, as well as the recep- tion hall, to get a feel for their design and determine the best possible floral ar rangements° Sweet-snaellbtg setifts Otherwise, supply the florist with floor plans and descriptions of the settings — this will eliminate the guesswork from your plann- ing, lanaing, and assure you a sweet- smelling setting ° for your wedding ceremony. Gaon CoannOy's LeogesO WOOL & VA N CENT E * Fabrics * HcCaU s Patterns *Se frg ,? ccessories * Notions *Singer... Se,vong ach nes Knotting chilies Vacuum C eaners * And much more LUS Ev a pthing y u99i need to makQimaids' Dr so -3s ffr • m stagy: to ffirash G9onvon C®nnenVys LaPgesQ SINGE CE' .1T E Pictured au= .eve, ®en shows Carolyn a uitirn t in space ea eewieT, to©h .ol. - ,y9 the Singer TT nn o MI This is ;use one B the many prac- tical gift i„soil for the bride a her new home that you li find et ®en's Sawing Conti*. DON'T ISS UR SINGER.... SALE-A-THON, COMING SOON