How to Make a Rehearsal Dinner Bouquet out of Ribbons

The bride's rehearsal bouquet is usually very colorful.

A ribbon bouquet is technically used at the wedding rehearsal, though the bride can certainly carry it through the rehearsal dinner as well. A bouquet is made from the ribbons on presents at the bride’s wedding showers as a way to incorporate the friends and family of the bride into a part of the wedding. Assign a bridesmaid to make the bouquet during the shower and bring it to the bride for the rehearsal dinner.

Things You'll Need

• Large sturdy paper plate
• Utility knife
• Ribbons

Instructions

1. Cut a hole in the center of the paper plate with the utility knife. The hole should be about 1 inch in diameter.

2. Turn the plate so the bottom is facing up.

3. Bring a ribbon through the hole in the plate. A little more than half of the ribbon should be on top and less than half on the bottom.

4. Pull the top half over the edge of the plate and tie it to the other end with a knot. The knot should be under the plate, not against the side.

5. Continue tying ribbons around the plate, until the plate is covered.

6. Loop additional ribbons through the ribbons on the plate. Tie these into bows to keep making the bouquet.

7. Gather the ribbons on the underside of the plate together. Tie a final ribbon around them in a bow so the bride can carry her bouquet.

Tips & Warnings

• Save green ribbons to tie around the ribbons under the plate to create a “stem” for the bouquet.

References

• “Knack Wedding Flowers: A Complete Illustrated Guide to Ideas for Bouquets, Ceremony Decor, and Reception Centerpieces (Knack: Make It easy)”; Sharon Naylor, et al; 2009
• “The Ultimate Bridal Shower Idea Book: How to Have a Fun, Fabulous, and Memorable Party”; Sharon Naylor; 2003
• “The Quintessential Wedding Guide ... Maid of Honor”; Heidi L Holmes; 2008