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Lexically, nosegay is a bunch of fragrant flowers or herbs. It is usually used as a gift in a wedding or Christmas party. Actually, this bunch of flowers has existed since long time ago and been generated from generation to generation. In the first place, nosegay was created and worn to keep the nose happy because of not smelling unpleasant fragrance around. In its development, it becomes a popular gift in parties to symbolize a message sending to the recipients.
Nosegays come in various designs and sizes and are widely available in the florists. However, to give more personal touch, you better arrange the nosegays by yourself. You can select the kinds of Maggie Sottero Destinations AD3394 flowers that meet your taste and make them as special nosegay bouquets of either Purple Pride Bouquet, Purple Calla Lily Bouquet, Silver Lavender Bouquet or else. Arranging a nosegay is quite simple to do and it requires neither special skill nor background. Here is how to make a nosegay easily:
1. Prepare the materials needed;
a. Flowers with stems (large and medium sizes)
b. Bouquet holder
c. Spray for filler flowers
d. Satin ribbon (wide and narrow)
e. Floral wire
f. Glue gun and glue stick
2. Take the flowers and gather the stems into one hand and hold them firmly. Then, wrap with floral wire to hold them together.
3. Take the wide ribbon and cut it into some pieces needed. Put each piece into a loop and secure the ends with floral wire. Don't forget to hot glue the ribbons around the edges of the holder.
4. Cut off some pieces of the filler flower spray into a certain length and insert them evenly around the flower.
5. Tie around the base of the flowers with narrow satin ribbon and let the ribbon hang freely.
6. Attach some small Maggie Sottero Destinations AD3395 flowers and glue them on the tails of the ribbon.
Additional Tips:
1. To create the elegant and romantic nosegays, you can vary the number of Maggie Sottero Destinations AD3396 flowers with big size, small and petite ones.
2. Then, you can embellish the nosegays with a variety of colored ribbons and bows.
3. You should always try to keep the nosegays simple in order that the designs are visible. Never confuse yourself with intricate patterns.
4. To make it close to the mood of the party, you have to give extra attention to the color combination. But always try to keep the look more natural.
5. If you do not want to be overwhelmed with the size, keep the size moderate, neither too big nor too small.
Now, a beautiful nosegay is done and ready for use in a romantic wedding party.
