Totally get that, my ceiling fan was doing the same weird wobble last summer. Turns out one blade was just slightly looser than the others after years of use. Five minutes with the same screwdriver you mentioned and it was like a new fan. Felt pretty silly for putting up with the noise for so long. Really is one of those simple fixes that saves you from a bigger problem down the road.

Last year, I tried the double chicken wire thing for a backyard wedding and it was a mess until I added zip ties. @christophermitchell, your tip about the tight grid is key, I space mine about three inches apart now. It's funny how we all skip foam thinking wire is enough, but those stems need something to grip onto. I even use a bit of floral tape on the zip ties to prevent slipping, which is a small step that makes a big difference. Really, once you get the grid right, the whole arch feels solid and you can pack in the flowers without worry.

Totally agree that order saves frustration, so spending ten minutes on setup now prevents hours of searching later.