become your own florist
flowers simply make you happy.
Step 1
Strip all stems of excess foliage, leaving one or two leaves at the top, and lay them on a table.
Step 2
Gather a base of five or so sturdy stems, such as roses, in your hand, angling them so they form a spiral. Make sure any leaves face outward.
Step 3
Layer in more-delicate stems, always at an angle, threading them through the foliage. If you use rosebuds, leave room for them to open.
Step 4
Turn the bouquet frequently in your hand to make sure it's balanced. Push or pull on stems from the bottom to achieve the proper height for each.
Step 5
Bind with a rubber band, looping it around the stems tightly enough to hold the bouquet. Choose a vessel, and cut stems to fit.
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