Silk Wedding Flowers Are Ideal For Allergy Sufferers
Jun 24th, 2009 by Phillipa Davis
Are you worried about having flowers at your wedding because of allergies? There is no need to worry about this any longer because the high quality silk flowers that are available will make you forget all about fresh cut flowers. The silk flowers that are on the market now are so realistic that nobody will know the difference unless they touch them. If you have been worrying about suffering from allergy symptoms on your wedding day, you can relax because you have found the solution. You will be able to enjoy the beauty of flowers without all the downsides as long as you choose wisely.
Technological improvements have made it possible to find silk flowers that are so detailed and lifelike that you’d be hard pressed to tell them from fresh flowers. It’s really no surprise that they are gaining such popularity. In addition to being non allergenic (for people who are allergic to real flower) these lovely blossoms will never wilt, turn brown, or be crushed if handled carelessly. There’s really no limit on the number of arrangements you can design with all the varieties that are available. You will always find that the flowers you love are in season.
If you want to create some basic silk flower arrangements for the reception tables you will need to create a base that’s heavy enough to prevent tipping. You may consider using opaque vases with some floral foam in the bottom. If you want to use clear vases, glass pebbles and water should add enough weight. Don’t overlook this steps since some of the silk blossoms are actually heavier that they look.
When making the arrangements, choose a flower that will be the focal point. This blossom should be the tallest in the arrangement, but should not exceed three to four times the height of the chosen vase. Choose a flower that is richly colored as well as large in order to really catch the eye. If it seem to droop at all, just trim the stem a little to stabilize it. Once this flower is in place you can add slightly shorter and smaller flowers to accent and provide visual support. Don’t place any flowers below the lip of the vase or they will not be seen. These accent flowers will draw the eye to the center of the arrangement. Usually, three to five small flowers are sufficient for smaller arrangements.
Now, it’s time to fill in. Use fern fronds and other leafy greenery, as well as smaller accent flowers like eucalyptus branch, forget me not, baby’s breath and forsythia. You want to make things look properly full without crowding. Remember that imperfection is better than perfect symmetry, which looks rather artificial. It might take a few tries, but when you’re done, you’ll have a beautiful silk flower arrangement for your wedding. Plus, if it doesn’t go well the first time, these forgiving artificial blossoms will let you try again!
