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Do you want to know how to make a bouquet with your own hands? Have you always dreamed of decorating bouquets of flowers, sweets or even socks yourself? We will tell you how to learn how to make bouquets from flowers, fruits and even money from scratch! 1 min

To compose beautiful bouquet, it is not necessary to contact florists. Moreover, it is not necessary to make it from flowers. You can make a bouquet yourself from fruits, toys, and sweets. And in general from everything that comes to mind.

In the article you will learn:

What you need when making a bouquet

First you need to understand what bouquet you want to make from. If this is a bouquet of flowers, then the first rule is that you cannot mix different types plants.

Flowers suitable for bouquets are:

garden
field
exotic

We are used to seeing garden flowers in all bouquets: roses, asters, carnations, gerberas. Bouquets are most often made from these flowers, and they are made quite simply.

Wildflowers grow everywhere outside the city; they can be collected in the meadow: daisies, lavender, cornflowers, freesias. Such bouquets turn out to be romantic.

Exotic flowers make the bouquet unexpectedly bright: phalaenopsis, orchids, camellias, callas. Only decorative greenery is often added to these flowers, and the result is impressive.

Decorative greenery helps when creating bouquets of any flowers. With them, gerberas and cornflowers do not look bald and empty. In addition, correctly selected herbs determine the mood of the bouquet.

In addition to feather grass and tansy, decorative greenery can be: apidastra, bergrass, gypsophila, ruscus, monstera and others. Walk into a flower shop and you will be surprised at the variety of suitable greenery!

For bouquets of toys, socks, candies and other components, the materials that are needed when creating a flower bouquet will be useful.

To create a flower bouquet you will need: wrapping paper, ribbon, bouquet frame, floral sponge, basket, skewers

What types of bouquets are there?

Bouquets are considered part of the holiday. They are given for birthdays and weddings, graduations and special occasions. Traditional flowers collected together are no longer as interesting as, for example, a bouquet of toys or money. They become an original gift for those who want to surprise their loved ones or friends.

According to Yandex statistics, bouquets are most often made of flowers, fruits, sweets, soft toys, socks and money. Maybe you also want to give your loved ones such a gift?

Flower bouquets are classified by shape. The name of the shape depends on how you stack the flowers on each other.

The shapes of bouquets are:

spiral
round
parallel

How to make a bouquet of living and non-living flowers

Learning to create a bouquet of living and non-living flowers is not so difficult. Of course, the perfect florist bouquet will not come out on the first try, but each time you will improve your skills and eventually achieve a better result.

How to make a spiral flower bouquet

Take in left hand most large flower, hold it vertically.
Place the remaining flowers at an angle to the central one, that is, the largest one.
Grasp the stems so that they touch only at one point - where your fingers hold them.
Small flowers and additional elements It is better to place it closer to the center.
Place large greens around the edges.
Tie a beautiful ribbon and wrap it in paper. Ready!

Video on how to make a spiral bouquet of flowers

How to make a round bouquet of flowers

A round bouquet is made by analogy with a spiral one.

The largest flower is taken first.
Everything else comes from him.
Herbs are laid between the flowers.

Video on how to make a round bouquet of flowers.

How to make a parallel bouquet of flowers

Take the largest flowers.
Place them in the middle.
Add those with smaller buds around.
You can also add various herbs.

Video on how to make a parallel bouquet of flowers

Of course, it is most profitable to make a bouquet of flowers, but if you want to distinguish yourself and surprise the hero of the occasion, then experiment with unexpected objects.

How to pack a ready-made bouquet

Packing a bouquet is not as complicated a process as it seems from the outside. There are many options to make it beautiful and simple.

Option one - use ready-made packaging film.

IN flower shops you are often offered to pack a bouquet in a similar one. It is usually transparent or patterned, matte or colored. This is the simplest option for packaging a finished bouquet. You just need to insert the bouquet and tie a ribbon so that it does not unravel.

Option two is to pack the bouquet with craft paper.

Packing a bouquet in craft is also not difficult. In order to pack a bouquet in craft you need:

To do this, cut 3 identical pieces of paper (approximately 50x30cm).
Leave two untouched and cut the third in half.
Bend two large pieces as shown in picture 2 and make slits at the bottom.
Wrap the bouquet with them and secure with a stapler.
Place the remaining halves in the empty spaces and also secure with a stapler.
Tie the resulting bouquet with a ribbon and, if necessary, trim the stems again.

Video on how to pack a bouquet in craft paper.

Option three is packaging with crumpled waterproof and mesh paper.

Perhaps this method is more difficult than the previous ones, but it is worth it. How to pack a bouquet in crinkled waterproof or mesh paper:

Place the crumpled and mesh paper together. Cut a square piece so that it completely covers the bouquet (photo 1).
Fold the paper from the lower right corner to approximately the middle of the canvas (photo 2).
Then unfold and cut the right corner at an angle, as shown in Photo 3.
Turn the paper over so that the cut corner is at the bottom left, swapping the layers (the crumpled paper should always remain on top of the grid). The mesh paper should protrude a couple of centimeters from under the folded paper (photo 4).
Fold the paper again to the middle of the canvas, now like an accordion (photo 5).
Turn the paper over and secure the accordion with tape (photo 6).
Place the flowers in the middle of the canvas, cover them with the upper untouched corner, bending it over (photo 7).
Now cover with the second corner of the accordion (photo 8).
Tie a beautiful bow (it is best to use an organza ribbon) (photo 9).
The bouquet is ready (photo 10).

Video on how to pack a bouquet in crumpled waterproof and mesh paper

Option four - use a floral sponge.

Flower arrangements are given not only in packaging, but also in various vessels - boxes, baskets, beautifully decorated containers. A floral sponge helps preserve the bouquet in them, as it retains moisture for a long time. Sponge happens various shapes, if desired, you can trim it as you need.

How to make a bouquet using a floral sponge:

Place polyethylene inside the selected container to prevent water from leaking.
Secure it with tape or thumbtacks.
Soak the sponge for 1 minute in water, then place it on the plastic.
Trim the stems of the flowers to 2cm and remove the leaves at the end of the stem - they may rot.
Insert the flowers into the sponge.
If the stem is too soft, you can wrap it with wire or insert wire inside the stem to stiffen it.
Flowers are selected according to the same principle as when arranging bouquets.
Remember to water the sponge with a little water every day.

How to make a bouquet of fruits and sweets, soft toys, money and socks

Non-standard gifts will always be fashionable, because people love to be pleasantly surprised. To make up not flower bouquet, it will take a little more time and, possibly, financial resources.

How to make a bouquet of fruits and sweets

Prepare washed fruit, candy, greens, skewers, tape, ribbon and wrapping paper.

How to make a bouquet of fruits and sweets with your own hands:

Place the fruits on 2-3 sticks and secure the candies with tape.
You can also plant berries on the branches (grapes, a sprig of currants, gooseberries) on the tape.
Assemble the sticks in a pattern similar to a flower bouquet (spiral, round or parallel).
Dilute the composition with herbs.
Tie the bouquet with a ribbon and wrap it in paper. If you wish, you can try arranging a bouquet in a basket or pot with a foam ball.

Video on how to make a bouquet of fruits with your own hands.

Don't forget that instead of fruit there can be vegetables, berries and any other edible products. The main thing is to attach them firmly to the skewer.

How to make a bouquet of soft toys

We'll tell you about the in a simple way making such a bouquet. Bouquets made from toys require more time and material, but the surprise at the gift is worth it.

In order to make a bouquet of toys, in addition to the main set (see above), you will also need:

Styrofoam
cardboard
glue
drapery fabric
corrugated paper
pins
toys

How to make a bouquet of toys with your own hands:

Prepare the base of the bouquet. To do this, take foam plastic (preferably in the shape of a sphere or hemisphere) and glue a cardboard leg to it.
Pin the drapery fabric to the foam frame. You can also make skirts for toys from it.
Pack the resulting composition in corrugated paper.
Now let's move on to the main part. We impale the toys on skewers (if you decide to make skirts, then put them on the sticks in front of the toys).
We insert the resulting structure into the frame.
If desired, you can add candy.

Ready! You are beautiful!

Video on how to make a bouquet of toys with your own hands

How to make a bouquet from socks and money

This bouquet will be an original gift for men on February 23rd, New Year or even fathers day. You can make it up only from socks or only from money, at your discretion.

You will need socks, pins, skewers, as well as ribbons/strings and money if you decide to add them to the bouquet.

How to make a bouquet of socks step by step instructions:

Roll the socks into a roll and secure with a pin or small rubber band.
Turn the edges of the socks over slightly so they look like rose petals.
Place them on skewers.
Money is also rolled up into a tube and tied with a ribbon (in the case of a man’s bouquet, it is better to use a burlap thread).
To keep the money on the skewer, do not thread it through a rolled up bill, but tie it with a thread containing money.

Such an original gift Usually they also find unusual packaging. It could be a bucket flower pot, basket, interesting wrapping paper in military style. Come up with your own interesting options.

Video on how to make a bouquet from socks.

As you understand, to make a flower bouquet, you don’t have to hire the services of a florist. You can create beauty yourself. Master these simple instructions for creating bright gifts and give joy to yourself and your loved ones!

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Try yourself as a florist - it's cool! Don't be afraid to experiment and combine. To do this, you don’t even have to get your hands dirty, just tell the flower girls what to connect with what.

Make combinations from different colors- they are always advantageous if chosen with taste

You can take flowers of the same type, but in two or three shades. This rule works for almost all plants, including classic tulips, roses, spray chrysanthemums and everything else.

Another popular option is different flowers, contrasting or harmonizing shades. This technique is often used by brides and people with good taste. Such a bouquet will communicate love, passion, cheerful character or, conversely, tenderness and sensitivity.

Use unusual flowers!

The European fashion for a variety of flowers is slowly reaching the Russian hinterland. Hydrangeas, hyacinths, orchids, callas, eustoma have appeared in our salons! They will make a magnificent bouquet on their own, or make an excellent company with other varieties.

Eustoma- a very delicate, sensual flower. Goes great with roses and lilies. And if you take several branches of the same or different colors, you will get a wonderful bouquet. If you find it difficult to remember this languid name, just ask florists for flowers starting with the letter “e” - they will understand.

Hydrangea simply charming! Our favorite. In Europe, it is often found in parks and on the streets. Someone smart thought of collecting bouquets from it for sale.

Hyacinths- rare guests in our salons, but if you are lucky enough to stumble upon them, take advantage of the moment! You definitely won’t be considered a banal person.

Orchids- self-sufficient flowers. It’s better to leave them in splendid isolation - they are already spectacular and exotic! But it can also be combined with other types.

Chamomile, unfortunately, not often found on sale. But she can distinguish you from the crowd as a sensitive and non-trivial person. If you want to attract attention to your person, give daisies.

Daffodils, lilacs, bluebells, lavender and even gladioli are also worthy of your attention. They are rare, but if you find them, feel free to add them to your bouquet!

When leaving bouquets, pay attention to the “background” flowers

Irises, peonies, daffodils, small bush carnations, alstroemeria, freesia, bells, gladioli, daisies. Even bamboo. Although it is not a flower, it is also suitable for creating a non-standard composition.

Hypericum perfectly dilutes bouquets and adds some playfulness to them. Its glossy red berries pair beautifully with light-colored flowers.

Small doesn't mean bad

Bouquets are the case where size is not important, and is more than compensated for appearance. If you are limited in funds or want to congratulate a not very close person, give a small bouquet of compliments.

Even one flower can look stylish if it is packaged, for example, in craft paper with a tag. And if this flower is a hydrangea or an orchid, then you will definitely be remembered!

Choose a bright way to present the bouquet

Believe me, there are more interesting and aesthetic options give flowers than just showing up to your beloved with a bouquet at the ready. Flowers placed in hat box, is fashionable and stylish.

The box may not be a hat box. And not even a box, but drawer.

Or basket. Non-trivial and convenient to put on the table.

Flowers in stylized umbrella- this is definitely an unused option. Your florist will have to work hard and spend time to create such beauty, but it will be worth it! Keep in mind: once you walk around the city with such a bouquet, in six months they will be everywhere. So be the first!

Flowers in handbag. Cute and cute again. Perhaps such a bouquet will not last as long as the usual options, but it will definitely be remembered. And it will certainly appear in photos on Instagram.

Paper cone bags are now becoming fashionable. Very practical and inexpensive design.

If you want to please a girl from 7 to 77 years old, not only flowers will always be appropriate, but also cookies or candy. Here is an option that seems interesting to us.

Flowers and macaroons in a small box are a great compliment and a way to lift your spirits.

Pay attention to succulents - they look original in bouquets

And even brutal. Compositions with them can be safely given to men. Or dilute it with classic colors. The undoubted advantage of these plants is their durability: they will last a long time.

Packaging is a delicate matter

If you decide not to experiment too much with rare and exotic plants and prefer the classics, don’t go wrong with the packaging. The simplest and most elegant solution for a classic bouquet is to simply tie it up ribbon, white or to match the colors.

More good options: craft paper, mesh, decorative “newspaper” or sheet music.

A bouquet wrapped in broad leaves or other greens. Nothing extra.

And finally, if you have already tried all these options, make your own original composition. You will definitely find or come up with something fresh and unconventional! At the same time, you can advise us.

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Some people think that floristry is a simple activity that anyone can learn. Others believe that natural or artificial floristry- this is an impossible task for an ordinary person who does not have the proper knowledge, skills, artistic taste and creative thinking. In fact, both the first and second statements are true.

Floristry is the decorative and applied art of assembling various flower arrangements, which has its own technical and creative side. This means that anyone can truly learn, especially if they have the desire. Therefore, if the birthday of your beloved friend, mother is approaching, or if roses have simply bloomed in the garden, do not put off your first lesson and try to collect a bouquet yourself. Simple and clear recommendations from an experienced florist will help with this.

Information: The main task of floristry is to provide floral decoration interior, outfit, cars for a holiday, drawing up everyday compositions for work, commercial and residential premises, as well as assembling bouquets various types and purposes. In addition, the florist can create accessories from flowers - frames, arches, garlands, baskets, handbags and even necklaces with bracelets.

Preparatory stage

Assembling bouquets begins with preparing raw materials and tools. Raw materials are primarily the flowers themselves, as well as auxiliary elements:

small buds and flowers;
green twigs, grass, ferns;
decorative accessories - butterflies, bears, hearts, etc.

The tools you need are scissors or pruning shears, a knife; a stapler and office adhesive tape will speed up and make the work easier (florists use special professional tape). Will be needed decorative mesh, film or paper for packaging the finished bouquet, perhaps some additional tools or decorative details.

Important: in order for the bouquet to look harmonious, you should remember one simple rule: the part of it that will be in a bunch or in a vase is equal to approximately one third of the total height of the composition. There are other proportions - five parts of the height of the flowers remain outside, three parts are immersed in the vase. This rule works for classic vertical bouquets.

Assembly options

Florists have several ways to assemble bouquets. You can’t just gather flowers and greenery in an armful, tie it with twine and wrap it in oilcloth - it will be ugly and sloppy. Although in some cases professionals use exactly this technique to obtain an original and unusual composition. But for beginners, it’s better to familiarize yourself with the classic techniques of assembling bouquets, and then move on to creative experiments. There are these main types:

Parallel.
Spiral.
Asymmetric.

Basic rules for composing bouquets.

If you take a closer look at the flower arrangements compiled by experienced florists, you will notice that, despite all their splendor and luxury, they are made, as a rule, from the most ordinary flowers that can be found in many household plots and summer cottages.

What is the secret of such floral arrangements? It's all about their masterful composition, in which florists take into account the characteristics of flowers and the rules for composing bouquets.

With well-chosen flowers in the composition, each bud emphasizes the beauty of the other and, at the same time, is itself a self-sufficient element of the bouquet.

The shapes of bouquets can be very diverse, and each of them is good in its own way:

Compositions round shape are performed using a special technique in which flowers are arranged in a spiral. Such bouquets are popular among brides, as they look very harmonious and neat, adding completeness and femininity to the image.

Bouquets made in the form of an arc require the florist to have certain knowledge and skills. Such compositions can be made using several techniques at once, so they are rightfully considered one of the most complex.

Bouquets with an elongated shape are made using the technique of parallel selection of flowers.

Preparation of any bouquet begins with the design of the main part. To do this, select flowers that will become the center of the composition and will attract the most attention.

Other flowers and ornamental plants will serve as a background for the central part, emphasizing its beauty and composing with it harmonious composition. That is why it is very important to choose the right flowers for the central part of the bouquet, taking into account their shape, color, and stem length. When composing a bouquet, it is very important to follow this rule: auxiliary plants in the bouquet should not be more spectacular and brighter than the main ones.

Upon registration flower arrangement dedicated to a specific event, the florist must take into account the age and gender of the recipient of the bouquet and the nature of the planned celebration:

It is customary to give young people small compositions rounded shape. Orchids, light-colored roses, and lilies are suitable for such bouquets.

It is best to give middle-aged women bouquets of gerberas, spray chrysanthemums, irises and roses. The main thing is that the flowers in such compositions should be bright, and the bouquets themselves should be spectacular, while the shape does not play a special role.

For mature ladies, it is preferable to give massive bouquets of round shape, consisting of lush flowers of rich color. Such flowers can be large chrysanthemums or burgundy roses.

It is customary for men to be presented with discreetly elegant bouquets that have a slightly elongated shape. Flowers for such compositions should be chosen especially carefully. It is best to give preference to irises, gladioli, gerberas or roses in dark tones.

Of course, the above rules are not strictly mandatory, because it is important to take into account the preferences of the person for whom the bouquet is intended. If choosing flowers causes difficulties, it is better to seek help from an experienced florist, who will take into account the age of the gift recipient, his tastes, and the date the bouquet is dedicated to.

When choosing a flower arrangement, do not forget about how exactly it will be packaged. Correctly chosen packaging will not only give the bouquet a complete look, but also delicately emphasize its advantages.

An experienced florist will not be content with the traditional cellophane wrapping that flowers are usually sold in at street markets. He will certainly come up with something original that will make the bouquet unique and truly delightful.

Before making a bouquet of flowers, you need to determine its purpose, choose a suitable color scheme, select packaging and decorative elements. Taking advantage detailed instructions And useful recommendations, you will learn to create beautiful compositions from living plants.

What to prepare before making bouquets of flowers

Before work, you need to prepare everything you need to compose the composition: flowers, greenery for decoration, a tool for cutting stems, packaging material and tape. The choice of plants depends on who the gift is intended for.

By learning how to arrange flower bouquets, you will be able to create stunning compositions

To make the bouquet look impressive, use the following tips:

the composition will be more natural if the stems are of different lengths;
decorative greenery should not cover the flowers;
when using inflorescences of the same type, select exhibits with different stages of bud dissolution.

The color of the bouquet can be monochromatic, consistent in a single color scheme or contrasting.

How to make a bouquet of fresh flowers: instructions

Stages of creating a floral composition:

Having chosen the largest and brightest inflorescences, connect them together.
Place small flowers around the resulting base.
Create a border of greenery using ferns, herringbone or other ornamental plants.
Pack the resulting composition in foil or colored film, securing the attachment points with a stapler.
Tie the package with a ribbon and decorate with a bow.

If the bouquet is complemented by cereals, their heads should rise above the buds.

Experienced florists advise following the following rules:

one bouquet should not contain more than three varieties of inflorescences;
combination of field and exotic or garden flowers looks ridiculous;
roses, lilies and other elegant representatives of flora look great on their own;
When collecting a bouquet of flowers for a young girl, you should give preference to delicate shades, while for older women, richly colored flowers are better suited.

A lush bouquet of flowers, collected yourself, will be an excellent gift for a name day, wedding, special event or holiday. All necessary plants can be collected in the garden or purchased at a specialty store. Packaging film and tapes are sold in flower shops. When working on a composition, you can show your imagination, but you should not neglect the advice of florists.