DIY Bouquet
January 10th, 2012
When I began working at Condé Nast, I was in awe of the intricate bouquets that were constantly being delivered to the office. They were unlike anything I had ever seen – bursting with vibrant colors, inside intricately lined vases, showcasing floral combinations I didn’t think were possible. It’s been five years since I worked there, but I still find myself drawn to the same kind of bouquet, so I visited one of my all-time favorite floral shops, Apropos, and learned how to do it at home!
1. With the oasis inside of the vase, start lining the inner rim with ti leaves, making sure both the top and bottom are cut at straight angles so they lay evenly in the vase. Continue adding until the entire vase is lined.
2. Create a circle around the lip of the vase with tape. Then make a grid pattern on the top (I used 3×3) and then secure with a final layer of tape around the circumference.
3. Begin with the largest flowers (in this example, white hydrangeas) and place them in the vase at varying heights (three shorter and three taller).
4. Add in the next largest flower (the pink peonies) and spread them out evenly. Trim them so that they’re about the same height as the tallest flower.
5. Finish with the smallest flowers (the tulips and freesia) and keep them long so that they don’t get lost.
6. Use extra leaves as filler to cover up any empty spaces and add water.
This is so beautiful! And the timing couldn’t have been better, I’m having a Gossip Girl premiere party and will use this and some of your hosting tips! Thanks!
Thank you so much for this! It is very insightful! This is why I love your blog so much there is so much for us to learn! I mean seriously, who wouldn’t want to marry you? You know EVERYTHING a girl should know to do! So congratulations on your engagement, which I should have done so long ago, and I am really looking forward to getting updates about your wedding! Tell your fiance he is a very very lucky man! Ahh I’m so excited for you! xx
Cindie
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This is so gorgeous! It’s just like the centerpieces I had at my wedding! http://www.casualglamorous.com
It´s amazing, as usual!
That bouquet is stunning.
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two of m favorite kinds od flowers! i didnt realize so much detail was involved. the tape is such a genius idea!
love kelly
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Very cool, I need to try this. Nothing like having fresh flowers in the house! Even better if they end up looking like the picture!
WOW ! Amazing and just what I love.
Can I copy the pictures and the DIY to my wedding blog ?
Love it! I will definitely try to make it one day
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If you can’t get peonies, there are tulips and roses that have a very similar look. Ask your florists or ck Breck’s catalog online to find out their names. The tape and the ti leaves are what will make the look professional. Simple but easy. Also if you want the flowers to last treat the water. And those gardening shears are a lifesaver. So worth investing in a pair even if you don’t garden but only ever use them to cut flowers. Visit my wedding blogs at http://theweddingqueen.blogspot.com and http://diyweddingplanning.blogspot.com and my 13 other wedding blogs all listed on the bottom right of the first blog listed. Embrace beauty!
absolutely beautiful! some of my favorite flowers, just so soft and gorgeous.
Really great stuff! I love flowers but I opt for fake ones these days purely because I don’t have the time to look after them and they tend to die very quickly =( and fake ones always keep the room nice. Are these carnations?
Dinx @ Lovely in Random xoxo
I have always wondered how to make my bouquets looks like this too! I have the right type of vase but i never knew you needed to use oasis and the tape grip. Thanks so much for the tutorial I will definitely be using this in my next floral arrangement. Now I just have to order some oasis!
Oh Emily ,
you must be the most gifted person! Everything you do is so meticulously done! You have pure poetry in your hands! love the bouquet!
kisses
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WOW who would have thought that’s how to make the bouquet look amazing!!!! So handy thanks you!!!!!
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LSB
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What kind of camera do you use? Your pictures are beautiful!
How gorgeous! Love how the bouquet turned out. The peonies are a great touch.
How beautiful! good job gal!
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This is such a cool idea. Floral arrangements are so pretty in any room of the house.
xoDale
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Love your blog!
wooowww nice idea !
Fresh flowers add so much to your day. From the smell or just having something pretty to look at, it makes everything better!
Oh my gosh! I wouldn’t even think of that tape idea!
-Elyse
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wow, nice idea, i always wondered how to made a wonderful bouquet
OMG!!! is amazing!!!
wait you`re amazing!! 
love it!!
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