Tip: Make sure your vase is leak proof, and has a neck and water reservoir large enough for your flowers to fit comfortably. For some flower arrangements you may also want to use a brick of floral foam?a substance that, when saturated, holds flowers in place. |
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In a water-filled basin or bowl submerge flower stems, and cut them diagonally with scissors. This simple step will help your flowers absorb cut flower food, while eliminating stem-clogging bacteria.
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Cut all flowers and foliage to the same length, leaving several stems an inch or two longer for use in the middle of the arrangement. |
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Flowers have distinct shapes, fragrances, and colors. In learning about floral design, let nature and your own creative inspiration be your guide.
Step back and look over your work. Make adjustments if desired. Last, insert filler flowers to connect all flowers into a pleasing arrangement. |  |
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Tip: Make sure your vase is leak proof, and has a neck and water reservoir large enough for your flowers to fit comfortably. For some flower arrangements you may also want to use a brick of floral foam?a substance that, when saturated, holds flowers in place. Tip: Be sure to soak your foam in water containing a floral food solution.Let foam absorb water at its own rate. |
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It's fascinating to know how different types of flowers and foliages are combined to make beautiful bouquets.
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The drafts and heat will cause the water to rapidly evaporate out of the flowers and the vase and leave you with a wilted bouquet. |
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