Rachel & Micah’s Okanagan Wedding

Rachel and Micah’s wedding was a celebration full of heart, creativity, and personal touches — set in the stunning Okanagan region of British Columbia. Their special day took place at “My Garden Wedding” in Oyama, a picturesque venue surrounded by lush greenery and mountain views (now closed down).

Even though the venue is no longer operating, the beauty and creativity behind Rachel and Micah’s wedding continue to inspire — especially for couples dreaming of a DIY floral wedding filled with charm, color, and personality.

Why Rachel Decided to DIY Her Wedding Flowers

For Rachel, creating her own wedding florals wasn’t just about saving money — it was about expression, creativity, and connection.

“Affordability, to give my creative juices an opportunity to flow, have total creative control over the look and sizing of bridal and bridesmaids bouquets, a special memory with my bridesmaids creating the bouquets the day before.”

Those words perfectly sum up what makes DIY weddings so meaningful. By designing her own bouquets and arrangements, Rachel not only achieved her exact floral vision but also shared an unforgettable bonding experience with her bridesmaids the day before the wedding.

It’s moments like those — laughter, creativity, and hands covered in petals — that make DIY weddings so special. Her florals became a reflection of her personality: warm, natural, and beautifully imperfect in the best way.

Tips from Rachel for Future DIY Brides

Rachel had some wonderful advice for anyone considering DIYing their own wedding flowers — lessons learned from hands-on experience and a few memorable moments under the summer sun!

“Give yourself plenty of time to create the arrangements in a decent sized setup. Pull out your flowers, check them, and get them in water immediately upon arrival (Sarah is amazingly responsive if some florals didn’t travel well and need replacing). If you can help it, maybe don’t have an outdoor wedding on a 36 degree day lol.”

Here are her top takeaways:

• Start early. Set aside enough time to unpack, prep, and design your florals without rushing.

• Hydrate your blooms immediately. Flowers need water right away after shipping — it helps them recover and stay vibrant.

• Ask for help. Sarah from You Floral provides amazing support if any stems arrive in less-than-perfect condition.

• Mind the weather. Outdoor weddings are beautiful, but heat can be tough on both flowers and people — plan your timing carefully!

Her lighthearted note about the 36°C day says it all, DIYing in summer heat is an adventure in itself!

Planning Inspiration: How Rachel Found Her Style

Like many brides, Rachel turned to Pinterest for inspiration, and quickly realized how easy it is to get lost in the endless scroll of colors and styles.

“Pinterest takes you down a HOLE! A wonderful, inspiring hole, but one that could have you, like me, questioning your theme and color scheme repeatedly. What I found helped was to save everything that inspired or spoke to me, then I went back through and recognized the colors/themes that made up the majority. That’s what I was repeatedly being pulled to, which told me where my heart was for my vision.”

That approach is pure gold for any bride feeling overwhelmed by choices. Instead of second-guessing, Rachel trusted her instincts — narrowing her vision down to what truly spoke to her heart.

Her final color palette reflected exactly that: warm terracotta tones, soft peaches, creamy whites, and earthy greens — the perfect combination for an elegant, nature-inspired Okanagan wedding.

Rachel & Micah’s Floral Recipe

Rachel’s floral selection was both intentional and artful. She combined soft, romantic blooms with rustic dried elements and lush greenery for a look that felt timeless yet modern.

Here’s what she used to bring her floral vision to life:

🌸 Flowers

• Toffee Colored Roses – 1 bunch

• Terracotta Carnations – 1 bunch

• White Spray Roses – 1 bunch

• Peach Ranunculus – 2 bunches

• Burgundy Scabiosa – 2 bunches

• White Astrantia – 1 bunch

• Burgundy Astrantia – 1 bunch

• Peach Hypericum – 1 bunch

🌾 Dried Products

• White Bunny Tails – 2 bunches

• Scabiosa Pods – 2 bunches

🌿 Greenery

• Italian Ruscus – 2 bunches

• Parvifolia Eucalyptus – 2 bunches

• Baby Blue Eucalyptus – 3 bunches

• Agonis – 2 bunches

• Olive – 1 bunch

This combination of fresh and dried elements gave her arrangements texture, depth, and dimension. The warm earthy tones of terracotta and toffee roses complemented the rich burgundy scabiosa, while the eucalyptus and olive branches added that soft, flowing greenery every bouquet needs.

Her bouquets struck the perfect balance between modern boho and classic romance — effortlessly elegant and full of life.

A Wedding Filled with Heart and Creativity

Rachel and Micah’s Okanagan wedding proves that with a little planning, creativity, and passion, you can design wedding florals that feel uniquely you.

From brainstorming on Pinterest to arranging flowers with her bridesmaids the night before, Rachel’s journey wasn’t just about the final result, it was about the experience, the laughter, and the memories made along the way.

It’s a beautiful reminder that DIYing your wedding flowers can be one of the most rewarding parts of the entire day.