What’s in My Florist Tool Bag? Essentials for Event and Wedding Setups

If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to pull off a smooth, stress-free floral installation for a wedding or event, let’s talk about the real MVP: the florist’s tool bag. After several years of designing weddings and events, I’ve refined my on-site toolkit to include everything I (and sometimes other vendors!) might need. This isn’t just about floral shears—this is about being ready for anything.

Whether I’m dealing with fragile centerpieces, setting up in the wind on a mountaintop, or polishing candleholders before guests arrive, I’ve learned to show up over-prepared. From wire types and ribbon scissors (clearly labeled!) to fishing line and first aid kits, my tool bag is stocked with the essentials that keep setups running smoothly and professionally.

I even include items for personal care and professionalism—like deodorant, a lint roller, and a jacket for when I’m delivering the bridal bouquet. Because let’s be real: after three hours of heavy lifting and floral arranging, it’s important to look as put-together as your work.

Here’s a list of the essentials:

3 SHEARS + 1 KNIFE

RIBBON SCISSORS

POT + BOUT TAPE

CHICKEN WIRE

BIND + RUSTIC WIRE

BOUILLON WIRE

STRAIGHT WIRE

PADDLE WIRE

ZIP TIES

COMMAND HOOKS

FISHING LINE

U-GLU STRIPS + DOTS

S PINS + BRADS

C CLAMPS

RIBBON

DISPOSABLE GLOVES

CROWNING GLORY

WINDEX

POLISHING + REG RAGS FOR DRYING BOUQUET STEMS + SPLILLS

WATER TUBES

TRASH BAGS + COLLAPSIBLE CANS

TARPS

LIGHTERS

FIRST AID KIT

BOUT MAGNETS/PINS

CORSAGE BRACELETS

LINT ROLLER

HAMMER + NAILS

POLYFILL PAPER

BUSINESS CARDS

LADDERS + STEP STOOLS

WAGONS

SMALL FOLDING TABLES TO DESIGN ON

BROOM + DUSTPAN

SWIFFER MOP

SANDBAGS/WEIGHTS

EXTRA FOAM + CAGES

EXTRA VASES

EXTRA CANDLES

EXTRA CANDLE HOLDERS

CANDLE PUTTY

HOT GLUE GUN + EXTENSION CORD

WATER TO DRINK

ALLERGY FREE SNACKS