Artificial stems have long been taboo but not any more. Gone are the days of unearthly shades of green ivy stuffed in every soffit, or day-glow yellow sunflowers shoved in ceramic vases. Today's silk florals are so realistic in appearance and texture that often even a touch-test doesn't reveal the truth.
For best results, choose artificial stems of flowers that are in season or just about in season. For early spring think cherry blossoms, tulips, forsythia, and dogwood blossoms.
artificial dogwood and forsythia
Mix textures and types of flowers to create interest.
the long stems of these water lily blossoms are placed with curly, leafy twigs at the base
Add real elements from nature in with your artificial stems. Real natural twigs, bark, and moss are all beautiful elements to mix in and enhance the artificial stems.
these artificial custard apple stems are arranged with real curly willow stems
Think beyond the vase! Artificial flowers and stems do not need to be plunked in a vase. Twist artificial branches with real moss down your dining table or across your mantle, mix mossy bark and clipped silk blooms in a shallow dish, or wind artificial stems in your chandelier... the possibilities are endless.
How cute are these leafy branches in this chandelier!
Finally, to really fool your guests into believing your artificial florals are real, do not forget fragrance. Bob's Flower Shop by Trapp candles is the perfect realistic flower scent. Learn more about this fabulous candle on this Friday's post.
-The Panther
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