Making Flower Arrangements

Too many small flowers will distract the eye and make the arrangement seem disorganized rather than refreshing. For large arrangements, rather than picking many tiny blooms, select a few large flowers that will act as focal points.

Also, fill in the gaps with leafy greenery and baby's breath. Choose flowers that appear and smell good when blended with others. For instance, do not combine red with pink roses, or yellow daisies with dyed green carnations. Choose a color scheme for flowers in groups.

In cutting your flowers, be sure you cut the stems at an angle because that will let them absorb water properly and stay fresh for a long time. You may want to use a tall vase for a tulip arrangement. It should have the correct height for the kind of flowers you want to use. For vase arrangements, choose your container first before picking out the flowers.

Also, decide earlier on if you are going to make a simple arrangement or an elaborate one so you will know how many flowers you need to buy. Your purpose, together with the occasion, will help you decide the kind of flowers and accessories you will need. Is it for a wedding, a birthday, a present for your mother, or simply a home decoration? First, consider your purpose.