How to Decorate With Ostrich Feathers

Ostrich feathers have been used in decoration since ancient Egyptian times. Tutankhamen and Cleopatra are believed to have used the plumes in fans and other ornamentation. Ostrich feathers make exotic and elegant centerpieces that are popular for weddings and all sorts of other events and celebrations. They dye well and come in a multitude of colors to suit any theme. If you want to try decorating for your next event with ostrich feathers, try the following suggestions.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Ostrich feathers
• Tall vase
• Floral foam (optional)
• LED lights (optional)
• Flowers (optional)
• Additional feathers (optional)

1. Put some florist foam in the bottom of a tall vase. If the vase is clear, you can skip the foam but keep in mind that you will have less control over the shape of the arrangement.

2. Stick the feather points into the foam. You may opt to put a tall plume in the center and shorter ones around it or any combination that looks good to you.

3. Put some LED lights like FloraLytes into the vase to illuminate your feather centerpiece.

4. Combine your ostrich feathers with other exotic feathers like pheasant and peacock if desired.

5. Use feathers in a flower arrangement. A vase filled with a variety of exotic blooms complements an ostrich plume or two.

6. For a simpler look, a single plume set in a clear glass vase works as well as anything.

Tips & Warnings

• It is a good idea to make up your feather arrangements a few days before the event. This gives the feathers time to settle, resulting in the classic arched shape of the plume.