A while back, Mr. D and I decided we wanted to have a cherry blossom theme for our wedding. Our wedding was going to be held in the Spring, a season often symbolic of new life and blessing. When I thought of the tone we wanted to set for our wedding, words that came to mind were happy, sincerity, love, joy, friendship, fun, fresh, free, innocence, and beauty in simplicity.
Mr. D and I thought that light Spring colors would help exude this tone. We’ve decided on a pale spring green and a pastel pink, and cherry blossoms (which we both love!) would fit perfectly. The only problem was that cherry blossoms are in season during March-April…and our wedding was in May. However, we weren’t going to let that stop us, and started to get creative. For those of you cherry blossom fans out there, I thought I’d share with you how we’ve done that so far…
We started with a personal touch. We found these beautiful toasting flutes from Macy’s, and purchased them right away for our use on our wedding day…the cherry blossom design has been etched into the crystal!
For decor, we’ll try to intermingle some glass cherry blossoms in with our real flowers…We bought these in a furniture store, but they are available for cheaper from White Aisle:
Our invitations will also have a cherry blossom theme to them - we are making these ourselves! Details forthcoming…We’ve already designed the invitations together, purchased most of our materials, and will begin assembling them during the holidays.
Other ways we are considering tying in the cherry blossom theme…
We love these candle votives (available from Ideal Favors) as potential decor or wedding favors. In our efforts to cut costs, however, we may find a way to make these ourselves. If we do, I will of course share all the details with you all!
We may incorporate these cute cherry blossom sprays into the guest escort cards…
Istockphoto also has a wide range of beautiful cherry blossom images. We will likely be using many of these on our wedding website! I absolutely love this image below…and it is pink and green, like our wedding colors!
There are also tons of wedding favors that incorporate cherry blossoms into them. We won’t be using these, but these may prove helpful to all you cherry blossom fanatics out there. 
Wedding favor boxes from White Aisle:
Cherry blossom chopsticks from Stuart Creations:
Cherry blossom mint tins from Brides and Bells:
And cherry blossom tea! My mom bought some of these…The full blossoms are actually used to make a tea. Could be a great party favor!
Yay for cherry blossoms!
How about you? Are any of you trying to tie in an out-of-season flower into your wedding?
i love this! so pretty.
another way to the candles is to put a cherry blossom image directly on the candle. you could also personalize with your names or wedding date, etc.
miss D - great entry! i’m speechless bc we’re doing the exact same things - almost everything that is. this is crazy weird. hahah!
those glasses are BEAUTIFUL
i love cherry blossoms. we got engaged in japan during CB season so it has a very special place in my heart. 
if you’re up for it, buy tall curly willows (or thin tree branches) and use pink tissue paper to make the blossoms. i made a huge tree for my sister’s baby shower and it looked fantastic!!
Tofu - that’s an awesome project! Can you put up a picture of that and directions somehow? My BFF (MOH) is also getting married next year and wants cherry blossoms off-season. I have emailed her your suggestions! They are soo pretty!
You should also check out Pier One Imports. I bought some beautiful silk cherry blossom branches there.
Miss Daffodil, everything is just beautiful! Can’t wait to see how it all comes together on the big day!
I started out with a cherry blossom theme because we live in DC, which absolutely comes alive with blossoms every spring. Then the theme sort of morphed and moved on from there, but at least the blossoms still exist in our invitation paper ’cause it was the first thing I bought….
Vivian, I don’t know whether this is the project that Tofu mentioned, but Martha has a how-to for making adorable paper cherry blossoms. I won’t post the link because it’s a mile long, but it comes up easily if you go to http://www.marthastewart.com and search for “cherry blossoms.”
Ms. D - we are so freakishly similar, it scares me! hahaha. I LOVE YOUR flutes, so gorgeous!
Miss Daffodil, I wanted a Cherry Blossom themed wedding too but our wedding is planned for the Fall. However, I’m thinking I should still get the flutes just to have something cherry-blossom-esque
Miss Daffodil — Here is a suggestion on how to do the candles yourself: http://www.scrapgirls.com/Chit_Chat_070816_Thurs_Real.htm
This is from a scrapbooking newsletter; you’ll need to scroll down about at least halfway to find the right part. It’s called “Way Cool Stuff Product Review: Embellishments.”
Miss Daffodil, those glasses are so pretty. I love the Cherry Blossom look as well - they are a very hot and very now flower and you’ll be able to find loads of CB-themed items to add to your wedding look!
Gorgeous! Red Envelope has Cherry Blossom items too.
ah! i just saw some artificial cherry blossom wreaths on sale at target a few days ago- they were on sale (50% off)…i think $14 or something? i thought they would be cute to hang on a door or something- maybe they have them at a target near you.
Mrs. Daffodil, San Francisco/Los Angeles
Age and Occupation: 26, Nonprofit Strategy Consultant
Fiance's Age and Occupation: 26, Resident Physician
Engagement Date: December 29, 2006
Wedding Date: May, 2008
Blogging Since: August, 2007
Venue: Church w/ floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Valley; Westin in downtown LA
About Me: I moved around a lot growing up, but consider myself a Southerner at heart. I love scrapbooking, dancing, doggies, and diet coke. I am all about personalizing everything and hence, I'm a DIY bride who is just loving the entire wedding planning process! Mr. Daffodil and I met in our college fellowship group and were "just friends" for three years before we started dating. We've been together for four years now and can't wait to get married in sunny SoCal, Mr. Daffodil's hometown.
i love the cherry blossom too! i especially love those cheery blossoms etched into those glasses! sooooooooo pretty!