How to Wrap Flower Stems With Ribbon
Wrapping flower stems with ribbon is an easy way to create a professional-looking bouquet on a budget. A ribbon-wrapped bouquet is appropriate for carrying at a wedding or can be displayed in a vase as a formal centerpiece. Wrapping flower stems with ribbon is very easy and inexpensive to do using basic craft supplies. When choosing the ribbon to wrap your stems, choose a color that coordinates with the flowers, your outfit or the rest of the decor. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Remove all of the leaves and thorns from the flowers.
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Measure and cut a piece of floral wire that is the same length as one of the flower stems. Place the wire flush against the side of the stem. Wrap the stem and wire together using floral tape.
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Repeat step two with each of the flower stems. The floral wire will reinforce the stems and make them more durable within the bouquet.
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Arrange the flowers together in the bouquet. Using floral wire, wrap the bouquet together starting at the top of the stems and working at a downward angle. Cut off any extra wire using the scissors.
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Use a small piece of floral tape to secure the end of the ribbon to the bottom of the stems. Wrap the ribbon around the stems working at an upward angle. Wrap the ribbon tightly and overlap it so that none of the stems or floral wire are showing through.
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Tie the extra ribbon into a secure bow at the top of the flower stems.
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