Making bouquets of fresh flowers. Bouquet shapes

No celebration is complete without flowers. They help to express feelings for a person more than words. Decorate the room, cheer up, inspire, fall in love with yourself. If you are not able to compose a gift yourself, then you can order a bouquet of flowers in Voronezh http://portrose.ru/magazin/bouquet/, here you can buy beautiful and always fresh compositions from different buds.

How to collect a bouquet of flowers

Bouquets express feelings, therefore, before creating, you need to familiarize yourself with some of the subtleties of the “language of flowers”.

Lilies and camellias will perfectly help express your admiration.
If you make a bouquet of orchids and chrysanthemums, it means that the donor is very pleased to meet you.
Mimosa hints that the donor is hiding his feelings in vain.
If you want to talk about your charm for a person, you should create a composition of violets, lavender, burgundy roses.
With red and white roses, it can be argued that the person to whom the gift is intended is your soulmate.
Yellow carnations indicate that the giver's feelings have faded.
Carnations, hyacinths and chrysanthemums speak of respect.
But white irises, red or pink tulips, roses can tell about love.

A little about floristry

Before we figure out how to assemble a beautiful bouquet, let's turn to a very interesting science - floristry. Already from the name it is clear that it is about plants (approx. Flora), this is one of the forms of design and applied art. Berries, leaves, nuts are used here.
There are four types of compositions in floristry from living plants:

made in one color.
using contrast solutions.
using different shades.
made from different colors.

There are a number of rules, one of which is probably the most important: only one primary color should prevail in the bouquet.

"The right neighborhood" or how to assemble a bouquet of flowers with your own hands

Compositions of fresh flowers can be assembled independently, however, it is worth adhering to specific rules. We will analyze everything point by point, how to properly assemble a bouquet.

To begin with, you need to think everything through. You need to imagine the future gift as much as possible. You can draw it, find an inspiring photo on the Internet, dream up yourself. As you wish, the main thing is that every detail is thought out.
Shape and color. It is very important to define these parameters. This is very important and can take quite a long time.
It is necessary to study the topic of "neighborhood". It is better not to see some buds together, for example, the composition “roses-wild flowers” would be very inappropriate. If you prefer wild flowers, it is better not to add anything to them, exotic plants also do not need a neighborhood. If you choose an orchid, you can dilute it with a little greenery.
There are also rules on how to assemble a bouquet of flowers.

Stylistic enumeration is unacceptable for a “hand-made” set, translating into a simple language, you should not use too many different types of plants in the composition. To avoid congestion, it is enough to use no more than 2-3 varieties of plants and a small amount of greenery.

Important details. If you want to collect a set of flowers from your garden, you need to cut them at an angle. The number of colors must be odd. The size depends on the celebration: it is customary to give large ones for birthdays, and small ones for weddings, not voluminous.
Gifts are so different. The forms of men's and women's bouquets vary considerably. It is acceptable for women to give rounded, and for men more elongated.

Master class "how to assemble a bouquet"

Often, the simplest compositions look very beautiful. A very delicate bouquet can be created from white and pink flowers. Suitable ranunculus and peonies.

We will need:

floral tape;
Gardening scissors;
Wire.

1. Flowers should be the same length 40-45 cm, the cut is at an angle.
2. Prepare the plants: remove all the leaves below, then find the largest flower and take it in your left hand. Next, with your right hand, form a composition of smaller buds, pink buds are placed in the center, framed by white ones.
3. Smaller flowers are located just below the central one, turn the future bouquet with buds towards you. When adding new flowers, some should be placed at 45 degrees, crosswise.
4. Cover the floral tape with a wide pink satin ribbon, going from top to bottom. Then, trim all the stems so that they are the same.

Now you know how to assemble a bouquet yourself.

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How to assemble a bouquet yourself

Sometimes you want to please a woman with an unusual gift that would demonstrate your individuality. This role can be handled by a bouquet that you have collected yourself.

First you need to decide on the number of flowers and their colors. You can take the same roses or use several different varieties.

Bouquets can be of the following types:

flower arrangement on floral foam. Such a bouquet can be of any shape that fantasy suggests. The most romantic will be a flower arrangement made in the form of a heart;
classic bouquets are collected either in parallel, in such a bouquet all the flowers are on the same level, or in a spiral, this composition looks like a hemisphere.

Application of floral foam

For such compositions, short flowers are needed, about 10 cm. In roses, the lower leaves and thorns must be removed. Before work, the foam must be well wetted. Flowers are installed in the prepared base in such a way that there is no free space between them.

Leaves cut from roses can be useful for decorating the composition on the sides. They are secured with small pins. As an additional decor, you can use ribbons, beads imitating pearls. Bright butterflies look beautiful.

Assembling a traditional bouquet

If there are a small number of roses and additional decorative leaves are also few, then you can collect the entire composition in parallel. To do this, on the table or in the hands of all the components of the bouquet are stacked on the same level. The stems are then tied with ribbon. If desired, the bouquet can be wrapped with a film, decorative mesh or paper.

If the bouquet is supposed to have a large number of flowers, then it is better to use the spiral method. In this case, one flower is taken as the basis, which is held in the left hand.

The rest of the flowers are added with the right hand, while making sure that the buds are slightly lower than the previous flower. And the stems need to be placed at a slight angle. In this case, the flower buds will not interfere with each other and there will be free space between them.

Floristry for beginners: how to make a bouquet of roses with your own hands:

Making a bouquet is a complicated procedure for beginners, which is performed according to certain rules. You can’t collect all the flowers you like in one bunch, decorate them with a couple of sprigs of greenery and pass them off as a beautiful bouquet. The composition should maintain a balance of combinations of shades and combinations of different plants. Another important nuance is the moderate use of decor so that the basis of the bouquet is not lost against its background. In addition to everything, flowers must be arranged in accordance with the rules of the language of flowers, which has nothing to do with linguistics. The amount of complexity for such a seemingly simple task is surprising, isn't it? Let's talk about how to properly arrange a bouquet.

What do the flowers say

The language of flowers is the symbolism that is given to certain plants in a bouquet. This subtle, refined way of expressing feelings appeared in the East. According to legends, it was invented by women who, due to the peculiarities of local customs, were not able to communicate fully. They began to put the gamut of their feelings into bouquets. One of the French monarchs brought the basics of the art of composition to the Old World after a friendly visit to the Persian king. The language of flowers gained particular popularity in the territories of England and France. In these countries, they even began to publish special booklets and dictionaries containing lists of plant names with their symbolic meaning. The language of flowers is widely used by florists. At the same time, not only the flowers themselves are important, but also the shades of the buds, the number of participants in the bouquet. The following are examples of the meanings of the most popular plants:

Rose (red) - a declaration of passionate love.
Violet is a symbol of fidelity and fragility.
Daisies speak of simplicity and unobtrusiveness.
Lily personifies greatness, nobility, luxury. Suitable for a gift to a woman who is adored.
Chrysanthemum is a symbol of good health and longevity. In some countries this flower is sacred.

Poppy means grief and loss.
Gerbera personifies lightness and coquetry. Suitable for a gift to a woman with whom a relationship is just emerging.
The carnation is a symbol of courage and perseverance. "Male" flower.
Gladiolus represents courage, nobility and brings good luck.
Iris is a flower of pride (not to be confused with pride) and wisdom. In Japan, "ayama" (iris flowers) of blue, blue and lilac shades are considered exclusively "male" flowers. Only they could be given to men of the samurai class.
Lilies of the valley express sensuality, innocence, fragility. Usually they are given to young "Turgenev" girls.
Lilac symbolizes freshness, youth.

Red flowers are a symbol of passion. Pink speaks of sensuality and grace. Blue flowers symbolize fidelity. White represents purity and innocence. Yellow, depending on the "neighbors" in the bouquet, can speak of both separation and nascent love.

Basic techniques and rules for making bouquets

Among the variety of techniques, three traditional methods are noted, which can be safely attributed to the classic ones:

Biedermeier. The bouquet can have three shapes: flattened, round, pyramidal. All members of the composition fit very tightly to each other. A striking example of Biedermeier design is the traditional wedding bouquet of the bride. Plant stems are wrapped with decorative paper or ribbons and form one thick “leg”.
Parallel. The bouquet is going to "ladder". The composition has no center, the buds form parallel rows, which gradually narrow towards the top of the cascade.
Spiral. The composition is based on the central flower. Other plants sequentially begin to add to the bouquet, forming circles. Their stems are applied to the stem of the central flower at an angle, slightly obliquely. If you look at the composition from above, you get a spiral, hence the name of the technique. The stems of flowers touch each other only at one point, where the bouquet is pinched by the florist's fingers. Complete the assembly of the composition by adding a border of green leaves.

There are a lot of subspecies of the above techniques and the lists are replenished every year, since the fantasies of florists, as well as the perfection of bouquets, have no limits.

The most popular types of flowers for spiral technique are chrysanthemums and roses. Their buds have different colors, so a bouquet of the same plants does not look boring and monotonous.

Roses have very strong, strong stems. Gerberas can also be used to form flower "hats", but each leg will have to be pre-reinforced and wrapped with a transparent film. Their stems are quite strong, but there is a discrepancy between the weight of the flower head and its support. For this reason, gerberas often "break" at the sepal itself. Carnations are also suitable for this type of assembly, but due to the fragility of the stems, only high-class professional florists can work with them.

Types and forms of bouquets

Bouquets, depending on the style of decoration, are classified into three types:

Women's. Bright, voluminous compositions.
Men's. Restrained bouquets with strict, straight lines.
Neutral. They are used as a decorative element and are designed in accordance with the style of the room.

There is another classification according to the form:

Round. This is a classic form that can be attributed to win-win options. The round bouquet is easily integrated into any decor. In combined compositions, large buds are placed at the bottom, and small inflorescences are placed closer to the top.
Unilateral. All participants in the composition "look" in one direction.
Asymmetrical. Flower buds are sent in different directions, while the composition is carefully balanced.
Linear. Flowers are arranged in a cascade on one line. The lower stems are short. The higher the bud, the longer its “leg”. The bouquet looks luxurious and impressive.

There are also creative ways to make bouquets:

In a wicker basket or stucco box. The bouquet is ideal for decorating a table or window sill.
Animal figurines on a rigid frame. Creating such a composition requires skill from the florist, so this option is not suitable for beginners.
Another rare species is glamelia or a flower-bouquet, which is collected from the petals of many buds, gluing them together.

The combination of flowers in a bouquet

In addition to the combination of shades, the flowers in the bouquet should look good with each other and "get along" in one vase. For example, despite external compatibility, the following plants cannot be combined:

Carnations with lilies of the valley.
Lilies with daffodils.
Carnations with roses and lilies.
Lilies and cornflowers or poppies.

With such a neighborhood, the flowers will begin to fade rapidly. The rose is the universally recognized queen of flowers. As befits a crowned “person”, she is extremely capricious, therefore in bouquets she is very often surrounded only by decorative greenery (asparagus, fern leaves, palm trees, spruce branches).

The composition is balanced and complete, but even a rose can have neighbors. And not from the "lower classes", but the same "flower nobility" with a slightly lower rank. In the role of a suite of roses can be:

Lilies.
Chrysanthemums.
Gypsophila.

Another "royal" flower is a magnificent lily. For five centuries and up to the present day, the "fleur de lis" has been the unchanging heraldic symbol of the European Bourbon dynasty. Over the years, the flower has become automatically associated with high status, wealth, luxury and nobility. As another representative of the "blue-blooded" flower aristocracy, the lily tolerates the neighborhood only of those plants that do not try to outshine its own beauty. It should shine, and the radiance will be brighter against a faded background. In a bouquet for a lily, you can add:

Daisies. Too rustic wild flowers will only set off the sophistication of noble lilies.
Irises.
Phloxes.
Peonies.
Primrose.

Lush peonies also occupy a rather high position in the "flower society", but at the same time they do not boast of their origin, like roses or lilies. They perfectly coexist with small inflorescences, shading the flowers of large buds. For a bouquet of peonies fit:

Daisies.
Velvet.
Mattiola.
Freesia.
Forget-me-nots.

Irises are refined representatives of the upper class, but with a "broad" soul, which makes it easy to make acquaintances with flowers of a lower class. Although they are endowed with certain regalia, they calmly relate to the neighborhood with bookworms (both in a bouquet and in a flower bed), tulips, and lavender. That's really from whom no one really expected whims, so it's from simple village "suns" - sunflowers.

But they really do not tolerate any neighbors at all in a bouquet composition. Even greenery "from the side" is treated with rejection, preferring their own wide leaves as decoration. The male flower is a carnation, with a truly iron endurance, endures the neighborhood of a wide variety of colors:

Chrysanthemums.
Crocuses.
Anemones.
Dahlias.

Prickly twigs of ruscus and graceful bergrass are used as decor for bouquets of carnations. Gerberas, more reminiscent of large multi-colored daisies, with the same enthusiasm welcome both noble roses or chrysanthemums, and “simpler” wild flowers.

In floristry, three primary colors are used:

Yellow.
Red.
Blue.

Green acts as a decoration, but the center of the composition is always captured by the representatives of the trio. They organically complement each other. Yellow and red are warm, sunny colors. Blue and its shades (blue, purple, lilac) are cold tones. The color temperature of green is also quite "low". Pay attention to bouquets consisting exclusively of blue flowers. They look strict and impregnable. The coldness of the blue is multiplied by the surrounding greenery. It is enough to add a couple of warm yellow, orange, red notes to the bouquet and the composition is filled with inner light, its “mood” changes dramatically. Neutral white can set off the brightness of its neighbors or be used on its own in delicate bouquets. For example, white roses do not need additions.

Decorated with a sprig of asparagus and wrapped in a transparent film envelope, they become the epitome of luxurious laconicism. Monochromatic bouquets of delicate flowers (pink, white, pale yellow) are enough to be diluted with hints of greenery. The blue color is perfectly combined with yellow, and one of its shades, blue, with pale pink. Another elegant, win-win combination is white and red.

Design rules

In a properly assembled bouquet, secondary participants in the composition organically set off the main "central" flowers. Assembly starts from the middle. First, the "backbone" of the bouquet is collected, to which its surroundings are gradually added. When choosing colors and shapes, they are guided by the gender and age of the person to whom the flower gift is intended:

For young girls, small round bouquets, consisting of wildflowers or decorative roses, are suitable.
It is customary for young guys and men to give discreet asymmetrical bouquets with elongated lines.
Bulk bouquets of roses, asters, chrysanthemums or gerberas are suitable for women of Balzac age.
The fair sex of the elderly is presented with lush bouquets of rounded shape, consisting of buds of bright and juicy flowers.
Packaging plays an important role in a bouquet. It must be carefully selected for filling.

Variety of materials for decoration

There is a huge selection of wrapping materials that vary in color and texture. The most popular include:

Corrugated paper. Its edges are sealed using a special machine.
Film. The classic version is transparent. It is used in the preparation of envelope bouquets, for packing single flowers (popular for the holidays of May 9 and September 1 to school), as an integral part of a complex wrapper made of several layers of different materials.
Floral mesh. It looks like a dense "perforated" matter that holds its shape perfectly.
Kraft. Classic wrapping paper. It goes well with any bouquets, brings laconic notes to the composition.
Organza. A translucent material that perfectly emphasizes the richness and luxury of the bouquet.

As an additional decor use:

Tapes. The undisputed leader among jewelry. They are "let" in waves along the edge of the package, lush bows are collected from them with the help of a stapler, cut into small, "curly" ribbons, with which flowers are sprinkled on top.
Sisal. The fibers of the agave leaves are pale brown in color. Give the bouquet a touch of exotic.
Ropes. Usually a simple twine is used. They are tied up with kraft paper packaging or complemented with sisal decorations.

In more expensive bouquets, instead of simple ribbons, satin ribbons can be used. Bows from them are obtained more tender and neater.

Decoration with a floral grid

The floral net is made of natural fibers, does not fade in the sun, is not afraid of water, and does not have an unpleasant odor, as is the case with the film. It gives the bouquet a touch of tenderness and grace. Produced in various color variations. Can be topped with glitter. In a bouquet, it is usually used without additional packaging materials, since the mesh itself looks luxurious. The sharp corners of the wrapper are easily straightened, giving volume to the composition. As a rule, flowers are wrapped in several layers of wrapping to make the mesh material look denser.

Packing a bouquet in a film is a classic option. The material can be used both for "envelopes" and for lush compositions. In the first case, a piece of film is cut off from the roll and unfolded on the table. The flower is placed at one of the corners diagonally. Then they begin to wrap it in a film. The second corner is fixed with tape. In lush bouquets, the film is collected in an "accordion" around the base of the composition, while holding it in your hand. If the flowers are arranged in a cascade, then the substrate for them is made separately.

A piece of material cut at the corners is also collected with an "accordion", fixing it at the base with a stapler. After that, the packaging seems to be wrapped around the bouquet and its edges are fixed with each other. Transparent and translucent film looks beautiful in combination with corrugated paper and opaque wrapping.

Corrugated paper decoration

Corrugated paper is widely used in needlework and in the design of bouquets and gifts. The surface of the material is "crumpled" in a special machine. The dimensions of the corrugation may vary. For gift wraps and bouquet wrappers, paper is used in a small "accordion". The material is easily stretched, thanks to which it can be deformed to your taste, adding volume to the composition. To make the bouquet look neat, before using paper, its edges are processed on a special machine that tightens the twists and fixes them. The edges of such a sheet are "wavy". Corrugated paper looks good with a floral mesh and film wrap. Unlike these materials, she is afraid of water. It's better to use a double wrap. The base is made of corrugated paper, and the outer short package is made of waterproof material.

Making a bouquet of roses at home

As a first experience for beginners, it is better to choose simpler compositions. Roses are ideal in this regard, as luxurious flowers do not need lush decoration. They will look equally elegant both in a transparent film and in a corrugated paper wrapper. Garden decorative roses have uneven stems and a large number of buds on one branch. From such flowers it is better to collect miniature round bouquets, similar to wedding ones, or compositions in a basket. Exquisite roses on long stems are suitable for lush bouquets and "envelopes". The latter look more concise, but are ideal as a gift for your beloved woman. Consider a short master class on assembling a simple bouquet:

First you need to cut off a small piece of transparent film. It is crumpled and compressed, forming a dense "ball".
A lump of film is wrapped with tape. This "ball" will become the basis of the bouquet.
Holding it in your hand, they begin to attach one rose in a circle, pinching each stem with your fingers.
Now you can add some greenery. Roses pair perfectly with asparagus and gypsophila. The composition is tied with a ribbon, fixing the stems at the base ball.

You will need

- flowers;
- tape or cord;
- decorative greenery;
- additional accessories (framework, packing material).

Instruction

Before you start compiling, select for it. In this matter, it is very important to take into account the age, gender, appearance and, of course, the personal taste of the person to whom the bouquet is intended. To avoid embarrassing mistakes, follow the basic rules of flower etiquette. For choose large, tall flowers. For example, gladioli, hippeastrums. More delicate plants are suitable for women - roses, lilies, tulips. Carnations are presented to mature and elderly people. The most versatile flowers are gerberas, they can be given to almost everyone.

Drawing up a bouquet is a work that requires preparation and understanding of the future creation. Think in advance about the shape and appearance of the future flower arrangement. Be sure to pay attention to the outlines of flowers and leaves, this will help you maintain harmony between all the elements of the bouquet. It is also important to correctly place accents and choose materials, but in this matter each master relies only on his personal taste.

To compose a bouquet, in addition to flowers, you will need a ribbon for a bundle, decorative greenery and any additional accessories you wish. The easiest way to make a bouquet is parallel. Take the largest flowers and place them in the center of the future bouquet. Add smaller flowers around. The frame of the resulting composition will be decorative greenery. Tie the bouquet with ribbon. Trim the flower stems to the same length.

A spiral bouquet is more complex, but at the same time more original. This option will look lush even with a small amount of flowers. To make a spiral bouquet, prepare the flowers and arrange them on the table in front of you. Collect the bouquet in your left hand, and add flowers one by one with your right. Make sure that the stems of flowers are in contact with each other only where they are held by the fingers of the left hand.

Take a large flower, which will be in the center of the composition, and set it vertically. Lay the subsequent elements of the bouquet a little obliquely, as if in a spiral. If you are adding flowers from the front, tilt them from left to right. Increase the angle of inclination as the bouquet fills. At the same time, arrange the flowers so that the inner and outer elements almost do not differ in length. Then your bouquet will be a beautiful round shape. Plants with small flowers and thin foliage can be raised slightly above the surface of the bouquet.

When the composition is ready, place decorative leaves along its edge. They need to be pushed a little beyond the edges of the bouquet to get a neat cuff. Then tightly twist the bouquet with ribbon or cord. Carefully trim the stems of the flowers to create a level base.

In every case there are secrets, mastering which a person becomes a professional. The art of floristics is not only knowledge of the rules for combining plants, composing compositions. This is the ability to reveal the features of each flower and present it in the most favorable light. If you love and feel flowers, you will definitely master the art of making beautiful arrangements. Knowing some rules will help you. Consider how to make a bouquet correctly.

What to consider when composing compositions

In order for the bouquet to be delightful and fit the occasion, it is advisable to adhere to the following rules:

Consider the gender of the person for whom the composition is being composed. Women's bouquets are round, men's are elongated. The size of the composition is different and depends on the case.
When composing a bouquet, observe the combination of bud colors. In this case, use no more than three shades. With purple lilacs, red or yellow tulips will not look. It is better to use white and pink tulips when composing the composition. They will help create gentle. A good addition to such a composition will be sprigs of white or lilac hyacinth. Such a bouquet framed by a pale pink mesh will cause admiration.
Carefully consider the selection of plant composition. Some of them are incompatible and cancel each other out. Make compositions of plants that are loyal to each other. Then the bouquet will remain fresh for a long time and delight others.
It is important to properly prepare the material before making a composition. To do this, you need to make oblique cuts on the stems, place the plants in water for several hours and then form a bouquet.
Any material that corresponds to the general concept of the composition is suitable for decorating a bouquet. It is important not to overload with all sorts of additional details and remember that the decor is used only to give completeness and style.

How to make a composition of several plants

Bouquets of several types of flowers look spectacular. They delight the eye with diversity and amazing combinatoriality, when incompatible plants converge in one place. This is the art and talent of a florist - to make a delightful creation in an unusual way. For those who are just learning how to make a bouquet of fresh flowers, we will tell you a few simple rules:

Correctly distribute the color of the buds. Light flowers with a small bud are placed along the edge of the bouquet, while bright and dark ones will form the center of the composition.
An excess of greenery can spoil the bouquet. A small leaf of a palm tree or a little fluffy asparagus will successfully fit into the concept of the composition. Greens should not be higher than other flowers. In this case, she will attract attention to herself and this will place the accents incorrectly.
Before creating a composition, think over the concept - whether it will be a bouquet of wild flowers or exotic ones. Agree, the composition of daisies and lilies of the valley in combination with irises will look ridiculous.
To make the bouquet look beautiful for a long time, use buds with varying degrees of openness: closed, barely open and fully bloomed.

The language of flowers, or what plants say

To know how to correctly assemble a bouquet for the occasion, you need to know the language of flowers. Plants can speak for us. It is important to understand them correctly.

If you want to tell about your admiration, beautiful camellias and lilies will do it for you.
If you were given a mimosa, know that the donor has tender feelings for you, but carefully hides them.
Roses, tulips and white irises will tell about love for you.
Yellow carnations hint about the opposite - you have fallen out of love.
Majestic chrysanthemums and fragrant hyacinths show respect for the giver.
If you were presented with a bouquet of chrysanthemums and orchids, know that communication with you is appreciated.
And lilac is given as a sign of great respect and former love.

Of course, you can give any flowers that you like and put your own, unknown meaning into them. But still, before ordering flowers from a florist, ask what kind of bouquet he recommends for your occasion.

The undisputed leader among flowers is. If you decide to make a composition of these flowers, florists offer the following options for bouquets:

Impromptu. Make up the composition that you like best. Such a beautiful flower as a rose looks great in any composition.
Unilateral. To create it, a large leaf, for example, a fern, is used. Roses are laid on it in tiers.
Ball. This bouquet looks great. Here it should be remembered that darker buds are placed in the center of the composition, and lighter ones along the edge. A minimal amount of additional greenery and stems wrapped in satin ribbon complete the composition.