Know Flowers » Arrangements http://knowflowers.com Learn to identify and know flowers. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 04:31:58 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 http://knowflowers.com http://knowflowers.com/wp-content/plugins/maxblogpress-favicon/icons/favicon-78.ico Know Flowers Cascading Silk Flower Arrangements http://knowflowers.com/cascading-silk-flower-arrangements.html http://knowflowers.com/cascading-silk-flower-arrangements.html#comments Fri, 27 Jan 2012 04:16:39 +0000 http://knowflowers.com/cascading-silk-flower-arrangements.html Continue reading →]]> Cascading Silk Flower Arrangements
Silk bouquets, especially silk flower wedding bouquets can be created days or even weeks before the ceremony. There is no lacking of choices in the colors or the type of flowers and of course the shape and design. Among the really popular designs that brides prefer is the cascading silk bouquets. As with anything important, cascading wedding bouquets need careful attention, some hard work and persistence to ensure the bouquet looks absolutely gorgeous as it tumbles down the front of the bride on her special day.

To create a cascading bouquet you need a hand held bouquet holder that has a Styrofoam insert, some mass blossoms like carnations, a number of line flowers like delphinium, a few stems of small blossoms like rose buds, a wire cutter, floral tape, 3 yards of ribbon and an empty container or vase. Of course, you can choose other flowers but stay with the general form of flower to ensure a great cascading bouquet.

Prepare a rather wide working area, making sure its clean. Divide the blossoms based on their type and color. Set them aside to one side of your working space. Next is to get the empty container and put it in the center of the work area. Then position the bouquet holder in the vase so that both of your hands are free to get the job done efficiently. Trim five of the mass blossoms until the stems around 4 inches. Position the main mass blossom in the middle of the foam. Proceed to position the rest of the mass blossoms in different angles from the top going to the base of the holder, making sure it looks well balanced. Continue to fill out the foam with the blossoms in varying measurements. Make sure there is an empty and open area at the base of the holder for the cascade piece. If you like, you can include some rhinestone spray bits.

For the cascade part, place a single 8 inch line blossom at the base of the foam in the back center. Prepare an ivy vine approximately 15 inches long. Get a wire and cut it into numerous pieces, all 5 inches long. Take the small blossoms, like the rose buds, and cut the stem into half an inch length. Tape each blossom to the piece of cut wire. Proceed to tape the small blossoms on the wire to the ivy vine and adorn with some pearl sprays or rhinestone. Place the cascade part in the base of the floral foam at the center part. You can then place a wired ribbon on the body of the bouquet to complete the silk cascading wedding bouquet.

Check that the form and shape is as you desire by looking at it in front of the mirror. You can then see all the angles of your gorgeous bouquet.

If you would like more information on silk flower arrangements & designs visit http://silk-bouquets.com

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]]> http://knowflowers.com/cascading-silk-flower-arrangements.html/feed 0 Russ on Flowers Show #26 – Wedding Reception Table Centerpiece Arrangements Using FlowerBudi System http://knowflowers.com/russ-on-flowers-show-26-wedding-reception-table-centerpiece-arrangements-using-flowerbudi-system.html http://knowflowers.com/russ-on-flowers-show-26-wedding-reception-table-centerpiece-arrangements-using-flowerbudi-system.html#comments Wed, 02 Feb 2011 21:20:56 +0000 admin http://knowflowers.com/russ-on-flowers-show-26-wedding-reception-table-centerpiece-arrangements-using-flowerbudi-system.html Continue reading →]]>

www.russwholesaleflowers.com Welcome back to Russ on Flowers. Today, Russ Phillip and Donna Theimer (Professor T) show how to create a stunning wedding reception centerpiece. Many brides are looking for wedding centerpiece ideas and they will show you how to create an inexpensive arrangement by doing it yourself (diy)! And using the new FlorwerBudi System, available exclusively on Russ Wholesale Flowers, you can create an amazing wedding table centerpiece on a budget. Click here for FlowerBudi System. All of the centerpiece components are available on Russ Wholesaleflowers.com. This weeks Flowers That Look Like People segment is the Rainbow Rose. Can you tell which crazy flower personality this flower looks like? And finally, here are the questions that Russ answers in this weeks segment of Russ on Flowers 1) April wedding with pink peonies or substitute flower that is the same in shape and size? 2) Local flowers in Spain to use in bridal bouquet? 3) What is the plant that looks like a caterpillar? 4) Does hairspray make fresh flowers last longer? 5) How to get a Bird of Paradise to open for flower arrangements?

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]]> http://knowflowers.com/silk-memorial-flower-arrangements.html/feed 0 Costco wedding flower arrangements any good? http://knowflowers.com/costco-wedding-flower-arrangements-any-good.html http://knowflowers.com/costco-wedding-flower-arrangements-any-good.html#comments Wed, 29 Dec 2010 04:56:35 +0000 admin http://knowflowers.com/costco-wedding-flower-arrangements-any-good.html Continue reading →]]> Question by djluckycat: Costco wedding flower arrangements any good?
I’m thinking about ordering Costco wedding flower arrangements for my wedding. Has anyone had any experience? Good/Bad?

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To make a bridal bouquet, choose the color theme and flowers, remove all greenery from the flowers, start with the largest bloom in the center and spiral the flowers around the center bloom. Wrap the bridal bouquet with floral tape and then double-sided satin ribbon using instructions from a florist in this free video on wedding flowers and floral arrangements. Expert: Christine Holanda Contact: www.lilyofthevalleyfloral.com Bio: Christine Holanda is a florist and the owner of Lily of the Valley Floral Design & Gift Shop in La Quinta, Calif. Filmmaker: Gina Miller-Britton

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]]> http://knowflowers.com/wedding-flowers-floral-arrangements-how-to-make-a-bouquet-for-the-bride.html/feed 25 I make silk floral arrangements as a hobby. How can I sell these to businesses/craft stores? Where do I start? http://knowflowers.com/i-make-silk-floral-arrangements-as-a-hobby-how-can-i-sell-these-to-businessescraft-stores-where-do-i-start.html http://knowflowers.com/i-make-silk-floral-arrangements-as-a-hobby-how-can-i-sell-these-to-businessescraft-stores-where-do-i-start.html#comments Sun, 31 Oct 2010 17:15:57 +0000 admin http://knowflowers.com/i-make-silk-floral-arrangements-as-a-hobby-how-can-i-sell-these-to-businessescraft-stores-where-do-i-start.html Continue reading →]]> Question by Babs: I make silk floral arrangements as a hobby. How can I sell these to businesses/craft stores? Where do I start?
The types of arrangements that I make are holiday/seasonal, wreaths, and, many other floral arrangements that can be placed around the home.

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start with your friends, neighbors, officemates and some referrals from them.

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]]> http://knowflowers.com/i-make-silk-floral-arrangements-as-a-hobby-how-can-i-sell-these-to-businessescraft-stores-where-do-i-start.html/feed 1 Wedding Flowers & Floral Arrangements : How to Make a Crystal Bead Bridal Bouquet http://knowflowers.com/wedding-flowers-floral-arrangements-how-to-make-a-crystal-bead-bridal-bouquet.html http://knowflowers.com/wedding-flowers-floral-arrangements-how-to-make-a-crystal-bead-bridal-bouquet.html#comments Fri, 29 Oct 2010 16:45:30 +0000 admin http://knowflowers.com/wedding-flowers-floral-arrangements-how-to-make-a-crystal-bead-bridal-bouquet.html Continue reading →]]>

To make a crystal bead bridal bouquet, create the bouquet by spiraling flowers around a center bloom, wrap the bouquet with ribbon and then place crystal pins into each flower. Find crystals for a bridal bouquet at any craft store with help from a florist in this free video on wedding flowers and floral arrangements. Expert: Christine Holanda Contact: www.lilyofthevalleyfloral.com Bio: Christine Holanda is a florist and the owner of Lily of the Valley Floral Design & Gift Shop in La Quinta, Calif. Filmmaker: Gina Miller-Britton

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]]> http://knowflowers.com/wedding-flowers-floral-arrangements-how-to-make-a-crystal-bead-bridal-bouquet.html/feed 11 I wish to buy wholesale artificial flowers for flower arrangements for functions like wedding receptions.? http://knowflowers.com/i-wish-to-buy-wholesale-artificial-flowers-for-flower-arrangements-for-functions-like-wedding-receptions.html http://knowflowers.com/i-wish-to-buy-wholesale-artificial-flowers-for-flower-arrangements-for-functions-like-wedding-receptions.html#comments Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:39:04 +0000 admin http://knowflowers.com/i-wish-to-buy-wholesale-artificial-flowers-for-flower-arrangements-for-functions-like-wedding-receptions.html Continue reading →]]> Question by Deliah: I wish to buy wholesale artificial flowers for flower arrangements for functions like wedding receptions.?
I was wondering if they would be more reasonably priced in Dubai or in Thailand? Or is there any other country where I can get good quality artificial flowers at reasonable prices? Basically, which is the best place to buy good quality artificial flowers at reasonable prices? Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

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Frankly, artificial flowers in an arrangement for wedding receptions seems a bit tasteless. I wouldn’t pay for such a thing.

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Silk flowers can be used to make a bridal bouquet that lasts forever, and it is very similar to arranging a fresh bouquet. Gather the desired silk flowers together, add a few accent flowers, and wrap the stems in ribbon with helpful tips from an experienced professionalflorist in this free video on wedding flowers. Expert: Crystal Nassar Contact: www.tuscanflorist.com Bio: Crystal Nassar is a floral designer and part of a family-owned business, Tuscan Florist, with more than 30 years experience in the floral industry. Filmmaker: Gina Miller-Britton

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]]> http://knowflowers.com/floral-arrangements-make-bridal-bouquet-out-of-silk-flowers.html/feed 1 Mixed Vase Flower Arrangements – For Beauty and Freshness! http://knowflowers.com/mixed-vase-flower-arrangements-%e2%80%93-for-beauty-and-freshness.html http://knowflowers.com/mixed-vase-flower-arrangements-%e2%80%93-for-beauty-and-freshness.html#comments Sun, 13 Dec 2009 09:11:08 +0000 admin http://knowflowers.com/mixed-vase-flower-arrangements-%e2%80%93-for-beauty-and-freshness.html Continue reading →]]> We use flower arrangements made with different flowers in weddings or parties. Beautiful flower arrangements help set the mood right for the occasion. When flowers can do this to an event that lasts for a few hours, imagine the effect they can create when we use them in our home or office where we spend most of our time.

Flowers can bring life to any room. The scent of fresh flowers and the magic of their brilliant colors cheer you up the moment you step into the room. Donâ??t wait any longer; decorate your home with flower arrangements made with fresh flowers. They will create a thoroughly soothing environment.

Select flower arrangements with colors and style that will blend with your home decor. A vase flower arrangement with mixed seasonal flowers is always a good option. The mixed seasonal flower arrangement from OnlineFlowers.com, which is an assortment of bright and beautiful flowers like roses, stock, delphinium, and other seasonal flowers, is perfect for any home, no matter what the style is. These vase flower arrangements, with a fascinating combination of beautiful colors, fragrances, and shapes create a stunning effect.

Flowers like roses are available throughout the year. But, not all flowers are available all year around; most of them are seasonal. So itâ??s good to go for seasonal flowers arrangements. Flowers like tulips and daffodils are spring flowers, whereas sunflowers and dahlias are summer flowers. Itâ??s up to you to choose the right flowers for your seasonal flower arrangements.

Flower arrangements donâ??t stop at creating a welcoming atmosphere in your home. According to a research conducted a few years back, flowers help reduce stress. A study conducted at Rutgers University reiterated this fact by proving that that flowers decrease anxiety, depression, and agitation. Another research also revealed that people communicate better in the presence of flowers. Now you have all the more reason to decorate your home or office with pleasing flower arrangements.

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