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3. Recut the stem of each flower under water using a sharp knife or scissors.
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In addition to an abundance of flowers and foliage, you'll need a 24" length of twine, ribbon or raffia to complete this bouquet. Start by stripping leaves from the lower half of all stems. Throughout the process in making a hand-tied bouquet, hold flowers and foliage midway up the stems between your thumb and index finger. |
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The longest stems go in first. Next, repeat this process with your line and mass flowers, inserting the tallest flowers first and working outward to a fan shape. |
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Begin by placing one stem directly on top of the other at about a 45-degree angle. Continue adding stems of flowers and foliage at an angle, building your bouquet in a clockwise fashion. |
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Flowers have always been an essential ingredient in the occasions of our lives, celebrating or commemorating life passages, as well as expressing appreciation of our relationships, achievements and events.
Cut it to fit the shape of your container, leaving enough space for reserve water. Floral foam cuts easier when wet. |
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Flowers for Any Occasion
Looking for the perfect flowers for a specific occasion? You'll find them here.
Gifts
Check out this huge listing of gift related websites. In the Garden
Find links to gardening tips, the best products, wholesalers, and more!
Miscellaneous
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Branches and tall foliage can serve as line flowers.
Plus it's an economical way to try out new and different flowers! Select a narrow necked vase and fill with water. Cut flower stem to about twice the height of your vase. Strip stem so that no leaves will be covered by water. |
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Cut flower stem to about twice the height of your vase. Strip stem so that no leaves will be covered by water. Place flower in vase. To give added support and beauty, add a stem or two of linear foliage or a curly twig. Last, to give your bud vase an elegant, balanced look, insert a few small leaves at the rim of the vase.
DO use tall, cylindrical vases for arrangements that incorporate line flowers, such as gladiolus, Liatris (gayfeather), Delphinium, snapdragons, and bells of Ireland. |
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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. Tip: Keep your arrangement under 16" tall so as not to obstruct views across your dining table! Tip: Stretch your flower purchase by cutting long multiflowered stems into smaller sections. |
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