How to Make a Floral Christmas Spray Arrangement
Providing a decorative touch for a door, Christmas floral spray arrangements are an alternative to the more traditional wreath. Combining plants like evergreen branches with winter flowers creates these objects, which also have a place on hearths, tabletops, interior windows and fences. Make floral Christmas spray arrangements for yourself or give them to friends and family as a token of the holiday season. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Gather five evergreen branches ranging in length from 24 to 36 inches. If you have no live evergreen branches available, you can purchase fake ones from most craft stores.
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Arrange the branches on top of one another with the thick part facing the same direction and the bottoms fanning out.
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Add several flowers, including their stems, to the stack of branches. You may want to add them directly to the top of the branch pile or in between, allowing the flowers to peak through the evergreen branches. Aim for flowers that are either red or white in color to stick with a Christmas theme. Roses, tulips, calla lilies and orchids are all options. Mix and match the flowers for variety or stick to one type for consistency.
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Bind the stems and branches together at the top using thin craft wire. Wrap it around at least 10 times for maximum security.
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Tie a decorative ribbon or bow around the top to hide the craft wire.
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Add any additional decorative embellishments you desire such as a thin layer of spray snow, glitter or holly berries.
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Tips & Warnings
Place holiday cards in your floral Christmas spray arrangement as you receive them.
Twine can provide an alternative to craft wire.
Use your Christmas spray arrangements during multiple years by sticking to artificial branches and flowers.
References
- Photo Credit holly berries image by Edsweb from Fotolia.com
