Floral Arrangements:
The number of flowers in the arrangement is not the issue. Sometimes a single rose provides a strong impact.
The following will help you expand upon that and develop the ability to create beautiful floral arrangements.
Step One: Ask yourself these three questions:
Where will the arrangement be placed?
How will it be lit?
From what angle will it be seen?
Step Two:
Pick a container. There is a wide, wide range of container possibilities, vases, jugs, baskets made from a variety of materials which come in an array of shapes available. The container should match your room décor and the flowers that will be placed in it.
Step Three:
Cutting and Preparing the Flowers:
Remember that when you first cut a flower it is a living and growing plant. The morning is the best time to cut as the plant will hold more water than at any other time of the day.
If you can’t cut in the morning then the evening is the next best time.
Be sure to slit (vertically about 5 cm long) the stems first, and then put them into deep water and store in a cool palce for several hours.
Always use a sharp knife.
Supports:
Crumpled chicken wire works well for woody stems or heavy flowers. Plastic foam that is water absorbent can support flowers in place at any angle. You can cut the foam to fit the container.
The foam needs to be soaked in water for 30 minutes before using; if you skip this step, the foam will suck the flower dry and they will fade fast.
When you begin, keep it simple and remember your goal is to enhance your interior design not to show your visitors how many flowers your garden grows.
Colours, shape, texture all play an important role when choosing both the flowers and the containers.
A floral arrangement can be an attractive centerpiece for a special dinner; a bouquet for a special occasion or a way to bring the beauty of your garden into a hallway, living or dining room or a way to express your personal creativity.