How To Make a Corsage and Boutonniere |
How to Make
Corsages & Boutonnieres
Lesson Objectives
Learn basic floral arranging techniques to create beautiful boutonniers and corsages.
Introduction
Tools and Materials
Introduction >>> Preparation >>> Create Boutonniere >>> Create Corsage
Introduction
Flowers Selection
Introduction >>> Preparation >>> Create Boutonniere >>> Create Corsage
Preparation
Ribbon
Introduction >>> Preparation >>> Create Boutonniere >>> Create Corsage
Add your favorite color to an arrangement by adding ribbon loops.
Preparation
Floral Tape
Introduction >>> Preparation >>> Create Boutonniere >>> Create Corsage
Tip: For best results, stretch the floral tape just before the breaking point.
Preparation
Selecting Roses
Introduction >>> Preparation >>> Create Boutonniere >>> Create Corsage
Preparing the Roses
Wire and Tape
Preparation
Taping the Roses
Introduction >>> Preparation >>> Create Boutonniere >>> Create Corsage
Boutonniere
Assembling the Boutonniere
Introduction >>> Preparation >>> Create Boutonniere >>> Create Corsage
Arrange the greenery towards the back with the ribbon and filler flower towards the front. Tape all the pieces together wrapping the wires all the way to the end. Curl wire end around a pen or pencil as a finishing touch.
Corsage
Preparing the Corsage
Introduction >>> Preparation >>> Create Boutonniere >>> Create Corsage
Repeat steps from the boutonnierre to create three more boutonnieres. These three will be used for the corsage.
Corsage
Assembling the Crosage
Introduction >>> Preparation >>> Create Boutonniere >>> Create Corsage
Assemble the corsage by arranging the three boutonneires in a triangle like shape. Tape the boutonnieres together, starting as high as possible. Once secured together, trim off the excess stems and wires from two of the three bountonniers. Continue wiring, covering the entire remaining wire. Gently bend the roses and ribons as desired.
Corsage
Constructing a Bow
Introduction >>> Preparation >>> Create Boutonniere >>> Create Corsage
Materials Needed
Corsage
Finishing Touches
Introduction >>> Preparation >>> Create Boutonniere >>> Create Corsage
Tutorial Complete!
Sources:
Material (pictures, video, artwork) for this tutorial was created by Brittany Collier.
Congratulations!
Enjoy your newly created corsage or boutonniere. Be sure to refrigerate each floral arrangement until the big event. They should last 2-3 days depending on temperature and climate conditions.
If you liked this tutorial, please take a second to rate it.
|
|
|||||
Description: Create a beautiful corsage or boutonniere for your next wedding or special event at a fraction of the price of a florist.
|
Support
