How to Make a Simple Rose Boutonniere

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By Amy Howarth
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Make a Simple Rose Boutonniere

Boutonnieres are a staple of most weddings. Not only does the groom don one on his lapel, but also groomsmen, and parents and grandparents of both the bride and groom. Buying a boutonniere from a florist for this many people can become quite costly. Boutonnieres are also an important accessory for prom, homecoming, and other formal affairs. Read on to learn how you can make your own with all the style and appeal as a florist’s boutonniere for less.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Roses with attached leaves
Baby’s breath
Floral tape
Corsage pins
Ribbon

Step 1

Cut a piece of floral tape to about 6 to 7 inches and set aside.
Step 2

Trim the head of the rose, leaving only about one inch of the stem.
Step 3

Select a large enough leaf to provide for a backdrop to the rose. Remove from the rest of the stalk, still leaving enough stem at the bottom to match the length of the rose.
Step 4

Cut baby’s breath to the same length as the leaf.
Step 5

Arrange as follows: leaf, baby’s breath, rose. Carefully hold stems together and tightly wrap with floral tape, beginning at the top and working your way down.
Step 6

If desired, you can tie a piece of ribbon at the top of the stem to add a classy touch.

Tips & Warnings

Keep the boutonniere in a cool, semi-moist place (like the refrigerator) until it is ready to be worn.
Substituting other flowers for the rose is easy! Just choose a flower with a large head (like a calla lily or carnation).