You may be conscious of the environment. The last thing you want to do is hurt mother nature through your purchase of real flowers for your decoration, or even for your events. At the same time, you find yourself being worried as to how you can arrange artificial flowers. If this is you, fear not! The art of arranging artificial flowers and real flowers is more or less the same. Without further ado, read on to find out the different ways you may arrange your flowers.
Prior to arranging your flowers, go ahead and visit the store that sells artificial flowers nearby. Choose the kinds of flowers you want, having the type and size of vases you have at home. If you do not yet have any vase at home, then envision your setting. Think about the feeling you want to exude through your floral arrangement. By doing all this, you would find yourself having a clearer picture of the types of flowers you would like to arrange.
- Group Stems by the Flower’s Color and Type
Begin by organizing your stems into groups based on similarity in colors, and the types of flowers. Next, bend the leaves and flowers out to ensure the foliage is evenly spread.
- Select a Focal Point
Choose a standout stem and use it as the centerpiece of your arrangement. Next, you would want to find other smaller blooms or stems to build around it.
- Arrange Stems Diagonally
While you are arranging, hold the first stem and layer additional stems diagonally over each other. Remember to keep your grip relaxed to avoid having tightly packed bunches. Instead, you want to allow the stems to spread naturally.
- Twist and Repeat
After placing three or four stems, twist them in your hand and add another layer of flowers. Continue this process so that you can spread out stems to distribute colors and flower types evenly.
- Frame with Larger Foliage
As your arrangement takes shape, use larger leaves to frame the outer edges. That way, it allows the arrangement to have some sort of volume.
- Ensure Balance
View your arrangement from above to ensure a balanced distribution of colors and flowers. Use a mirror for easier assessment. Adjust any clumped colors or flowers by gently lifting and rearranging them.
- Fine-tune Until Satisfied
Continue adjusting until you’re pleased with the overall appearance. For additional stems, simply loosen your grip and insert them into the middle.
- Secure with Ribbon or String
Secure the stems with tape and tie a ribbon or string around them, removing the tape once secured.
- Trim Stems
Place your arrangement next to the vase and trim the stems as needed. Remember, do not use scissors as some of these stems are much thicker than you think they are. Instead, use pliers or wire cutters for precision.
- Display in Vase
Finally, place your bouquet in the vase and admire your handiwork.
Remember, perfection isn’t necessary on your first attempt—feel free to dismantle and begin anew if needed. Or, take on a new challenge should you feel bored with your current arrangement.