Eternally In Bloom uses “Sola” flowers, which are faux flowers made of balsa wood and tapioca plants to create beautiful bouquets that will last years beyond your wedding day. Nicole, the owner of Eternally In Bloom, was kind enough to sit down with us to discuss what made her fall head over heels for Sola flowers.

RW: You’re using sola flowers in your own wedding this coming June, right? What made you turn to using faux flowers in your wedding rather than fresh flowers?

Nicole: I was determined to make my own arrangements for the wedding. Originally I was going to buy fresh flowers the day before and arrange them myself to save some money. After telling a few people about my idea I began to get very stressed about it. They brought up points like what if they die? Will you have enough time? etc. My future mother in law offered to pay for the arrangements, so I didn’t have to worry, but they were already helping out in so many other ways. I wanted a better solution so they wouldn’t have to pay.

RW: Do you plan on using faux flowers throughout the decor, or just for your own bouquet and those of your bridal party?

Nicole: I will be using sola flowers for my centerpieces as well as throughout the reception hall.

 

RW: Why did you choose to use Sola flowers in your wedding rather than a different type of faux flowers, such as silk or paper flowers?

Nicole: I never really was fond of silk flowers. I was actually browsing the Internet for silk flowers when I found the concept of sola flowers. I was super excited to purchase some samples and start to arrange them. Once I received them, added the stems, dyed them to the colors and arranged them, I knew I wanted continue to make them. I didn’t have much to do with a ton of bouquets so I decided to start selling them so I could continue to make them.

RW: How long do Sola flower bouquets last?

Nicole: With proper care they can last years. They are fairly delicate, but if you just keep them in a vase on table or laying on a shelf they won’t be harmed.

RW: I see that you carry Sola flowers that resemble roses and carnations. Are there any other types of flowers that they come in?

Nicole: Sola flowers come in a wide variety of types including mums, zinnias, dahlias, roses, and carnations. And I then I also use real baby’s breath as a filler flower.

RW:What colors do the flowers come in?

Nicole: The flowers that I get arrive in a cream color. I then dye them to any color desired. The colors for my wedding were pink and yellow so my personal bouquet (it is actually the one in the top photo of this article) is mostly cream with hints of yellow, pink and even a little brown.

RW: Do you create custom bouquets?

Nicole: Everything is actually custom. That way the flowers can match the wedding. Items on my Etsy page are just some examples of what is available. If you are interested in an order feel free to email me at eternallyinbloom@gmail.com. I also offer free shipping nationwide for orders over $200.

Thank you so much for talking with us today, Nicole! We can’t wait to continue to see more bouquets designed by you in the future! Get in touch with Nicole on her Etsy page, her website, or by emailing eternallyinbloom@gmail.com!