Friday 3 September 2010

How to make a carnation and freesia bouquet for your bridesmaid.

1. Select appropriate materials, including tying ribbon and satin ribbon for finishing, Pearl or diamante pins.

2. Start your bouquet by arranging freesia for the focal part of your bouquet.




















3. Add carnations in groups of 3 to form clusters.





















4. Continue to add groups of freesia and carnations to create a dome of flowers.



















5. Your freesia and carnations should be arranged to create a balanced dome shape of flowers.

















6. Once your bouquet is complete finish by tying poly ribbon tightly to secure your bouquet.




















7. using Satin ribbon start at the top and wrap down wards and then again going back to the top of your handle and finish with either a diamante or pearl pin.












8. finish your bouquet by cutting the stems of your bouquet approximately 1inch below the ribbon