I know it sounds stupid, but i was wondering if you planted roses, like just the bottow part where the stem is, more would grow. I am sure the answer is no, but hoping it is yes.
Can you plant a flower from a bouquet and cause more to grow?
It is not easy to do and it depends on a lot of factors. When you get roses in a bouquet they are normally cut too short to root. You need a stem with leaves on it, at least.
Rooting hardwood cuttings (which is what you are trying to do) needs practice and time. You will need rooting compound, peat, a pot, and a plastic bag. See the instructions on this web site.
Reply:You might root it but you will have to cut the flower off and put the stem into a jar of water. Put some foil over the top and suspend the stem in the foil if possible to keep the stem off of the bottom of the jar to allow the stem to grow. This would take some time but it very well could work. I don't take it that you have a woody stem but rooting it may be more effective in a pot of often-watered sand.
Reply:You can try a product called Root Tone; it is used to help enable a clipping to grow roots. Also, there is a product called Take Root, they both have the same purpose, and it appears that Rose growers have successfully used them.
Search for those products and you can get more specific info, or go to a local nursery and ask about them.
Reply:no. actually for some yes. it is not stupid becuase flowers such as hibiscus will grow back. as long as the hibiscus has a woody stem all you need to do it put it in water and wait for it to root.
Reply:nope
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Monday, May 11, 2009
How can i dry out a bouquet of flowers that i got today?
I'm not sure what kind of flowers they are, they're all different colors of orange though. If this can be done, someone tell me how!
How can i dry out a bouquet of flowers that i got today?
Tie all the flowers together in a bundle and hang upside down that way when the flowers dry, they will have straight stems when standing them upright. sweetsdecoratives.com
Reply:Hang the whole bunch upside down in a room temp. dry place. Direct sunlight will fade them. A fairly dark place is best. They will dry in a week or two, depending on the relative humidity. My wife has done this with great success many, many times.
Reply:I would wait until they bloom fully (so they're the most beautiful) and them you use a large size rubber band, band the stems together, and hang them upside down. (I usually hang them in the bathroom, out of the way.)
Some people suggest hair spray, etc, but this will only cause mold. Just hanging them upside down works excellent. :)
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How can i dry out a bouquet of flowers that i got today?
Tie all the flowers together in a bundle and hang upside down that way when the flowers dry, they will have straight stems when standing them upright. sweetsdecoratives.com
Reply:Hang the whole bunch upside down in a room temp. dry place. Direct sunlight will fade them. A fairly dark place is best. They will dry in a week or two, depending on the relative humidity. My wife has done this with great success many, many times.
Reply:I would wait until they bloom fully (so they're the most beautiful) and them you use a large size rubber band, band the stems together, and hang them upside down. (I usually hang them in the bathroom, out of the way.)
Some people suggest hair spray, etc, but this will only cause mold. Just hanging them upside down works excellent. :)
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Can anyone tell me how to french-braid ribbon for a wedding bouquet?
my sister is getting married soon and wants bouquets with french braided handles...help!
Can anyone tell me how to french-braid ribbon for a wedding bouquet?
try this site here Wedding Projects: How to make a classic hand-wrapped bouquet
Buy discount craft supplies, wedding %26amp; reception supplies, scrapbook supplies, ... How to make a Hand-tied Rose Wedding Bouquet. 1. Prepare your flowers. ...www.save-on-crafts.com/bridbouq.html - 41k
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Can anyone tell me how to french-braid ribbon for a wedding bouquet?
try this site here Wedding Projects: How to make a classic hand-wrapped bouquet
Buy discount craft supplies, wedding %26amp; reception supplies, scrapbook supplies, ... How to make a Hand-tied Rose Wedding Bouquet. 1. Prepare your flowers. ...www.save-on-crafts.com/bridbouq.html - 41k
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Does hairspray preserve a bouquet?
I heard somewhere that if you spray your bouquet with hairspray and dry it out, it will keep its form and shape? Any advice?
Does hairspray preserve a bouquet?
How to
Dry Flowers
Love your flower bouquet so much you don't want to have to let it go? Consider preserving it with our easy-to-follow guide. Let us show you how to dry flowers in a matter of a few simple steps, so that you can keep your special memories close for years to come. Whether you choose to hang the flowers on their own or add them to another crafts-related project, you'll love the delicate beauty of your dried flower bouquet. Interested in an added twist? We'll show you how to dry flowers in the microwave!
Before you get started, you'll need to assess whether your flower bouquet will dry well. Blooms should not be fully mature or they will lose their petals in the flower drying process. Also, consider the type of flowers you are using. Air drying will work for more robust varieties such as roses or small, long-lasting varieties like lavender. For more delicate flowers like lilies, try another preservation technique, such as pressing. Gerbera daisies, chrysanthemums, roses, and tulips are great candidates for the microwave flower drying technique, a process that will preserve their color and structure better than air drying does.
How to Air Dry Flowers
(using everyday household items)
1. Strip excess foliage from your flowers and cut the stems to your desired length (but not shorter than six inches). To help your flowers maintain their color during the drying process, it is important that you remove them from sunlight as soon as they're cut. Rubber band bunches of stems together if you would like to hang a bouquet, or leave the stems be if you'd like to hang the flowers individually.
2. Find a dark, dry area with good circulation. An unused closet will work perfectly. With unflavored dental floss, secure the bottom end of the flower’s stem to a hanger. You may hang two flowers/bunches on each hanger by hanging items from each side, or you can hang one flower/bunch by hanging it from the middle. Once secure, hang flowers upside down to dry. Leave your flowers there for a good two to three weeks and make sure not to remove them until they are completely dry.
3. Remove the flowers from the hangers and spray them with hairspray to give them some extra protection. You can now hang your dried flowers around the house as you please, remove the petals and make potpourri, or use them in a crafts-related project to make a thoughtful gift for someone else. Dried flowers don't like sunlight or extreme heat, so try to find homes for them in more shaded areas.
How to Dry Flowers with a Microwave
(requires items found in craft stores)
1. Find a microwave-safe container that will hold your flowers and fit into the microwave. (Do not use a dish you might want to use for food again after this project.) Your flowers will dry to the shape of the bottom of your container if you do not support them, so you will need to use silica gel in the container to help the flowers maintain their shape. Cover the bottom of the container with about an inch or two of silica gel (more for larger blossoms), place your flowers in the gel with the flower blossom opening upward, and then gently pour gel over the flower to ensure all petals are positioned to dry properly. If you are not careful with the gel, you can flatten your petals. Still, be liberal with it for best results. Don't worry; your silica gel can be used over and over again.
2. Microwave temperature and time will vary from flower to flower, so find the right recipes by trial and error. Place your uncovered container in the microwave. A safe bet is to start the microwave on one or two levels above defrost for 2-5 minutes. Roses can withstand more heat; daisies prefer lower temperatures. Start with a short amount of time, checking your flower's progress periodically. If it doesn't seem to be drying, you can increase heat and time accordingly.
3. Once your flowers have dried, open the microwave and immediately cover the container. Remove the covered container from the microwave, open the top a quarter of a centimeter, and let it sit for 24 hours. Once the flowers have cooled, clean off the petals with a fine brush and mist them with an acrylic spray. Voila! Fresh baked flowers!
Whichever method you choose, we hope that you might find a new hobby in our How to Dry Flowers guide. We all wish our fresh flowers lived forever, but now you can preserve your special bouquet and enjoy it for years to come. There are meanings and expressions behind all flower gifts, so we hope we helped in making your memories last.
This is the airspray method:
Learning how to preserve flowers is a great way to keep those beautiful bouquets lasting longer. It is not terribly difficult, with a bit of time and patience you will have a lasting bouquet for years to come.
To preserve your flowers the only ingredient you need is a bottle of aerosol hairspray. To begin simply gather your flowers and spray with hairspray before they begin to die. If you wait until they die the color will be gone and you can't bring it back.
Next just find a cool, dry and dark place such as a basement or closet and hang the flowers upside down until they dry. It may take a few days to dry but be patient. If you try to arrange them too soon you will damage the flower petals and possible the entire flower. Once they are completely dry you can arrange them in a vase or however you wish. Your flowers will stay beautiful for years to come. Just keep in mind they are very fragile and will break easily when handled.
Another popular method for long lasting flowers is to preserve them by pressing. Using some wax paper or paper towels place flowers in between them and put them in a book. The easiest way is to put more books on top or some thing heavy. The flowers should stay there for a while just remember to check them every few days. After a week or so the flowers will be pressed flat. You can then use them as decoration in picture frames, scrapbooks or albums. You can laminate some of them with a picture from the special occasion and make a beautiful bookmark.
There are so many different ideas to use them in such as when making cement stepping stones for your garden. Cut the bottom 6 inches of a five gallon bucket off. Line the bottom piece you cut away with wax paper, and then pour instant cement into the wax paper. Let it set partway and then sprinkle the flowers onto the cement. Let it dry the rest of the way. When the cement is completely dry take it out of the bucket and peel away the wax paper. Now you have a permanent stepping stone for your garden.
If you do not want to preserve the flowers yourself you can take them to a florist and for a small fee they will do it for you. Any way you choose to preserve your flowers will leave you a lasting treasure to share with future generations.
Reply:I I do not see why it would not work... I used hairspray to keep cat tails looking good and they lasted a good 3 years before my ex husband destroyed them during the divorce. I had 4 or 5 tails and on one of them, I pulled some of the "stuffing" out of it and sprayed it to keep it looking as though it was "flowering naturally" (I wish that I had taken some pictures of it, it was so pretty!)
Reply:Yeah I have tried it to dry roses. it works.
Reply:well i dont really know about that but i do know that putting in the fridge or freezer will keep the fresh for longer and frozen one can last weeks
Reply:I once sprayed it onto a fresh bouquet, and it died.
It needs to be applied to dry, not fresh flowers.
The best thing for you to do is to either press the flowers and laminated them, or you can store them in an airtight container padded with tissues/tissue paper so as not to damage them and keep them dry
Does hairspray preserve a bouquet?
How to
Dry Flowers
Love your flower bouquet so much you don't want to have to let it go? Consider preserving it with our easy-to-follow guide. Let us show you how to dry flowers in a matter of a few simple steps, so that you can keep your special memories close for years to come. Whether you choose to hang the flowers on their own or add them to another crafts-related project, you'll love the delicate beauty of your dried flower bouquet. Interested in an added twist? We'll show you how to dry flowers in the microwave!
Before you get started, you'll need to assess whether your flower bouquet will dry well. Blooms should not be fully mature or they will lose their petals in the flower drying process. Also, consider the type of flowers you are using. Air drying will work for more robust varieties such as roses or small, long-lasting varieties like lavender. For more delicate flowers like lilies, try another preservation technique, such as pressing. Gerbera daisies, chrysanthemums, roses, and tulips are great candidates for the microwave flower drying technique, a process that will preserve their color and structure better than air drying does.
How to Air Dry Flowers
(using everyday household items)
1. Strip excess foliage from your flowers and cut the stems to your desired length (but not shorter than six inches). To help your flowers maintain their color during the drying process, it is important that you remove them from sunlight as soon as they're cut. Rubber band bunches of stems together if you would like to hang a bouquet, or leave the stems be if you'd like to hang the flowers individually.
2. Find a dark, dry area with good circulation. An unused closet will work perfectly. With unflavored dental floss, secure the bottom end of the flower’s stem to a hanger. You may hang two flowers/bunches on each hanger by hanging items from each side, or you can hang one flower/bunch by hanging it from the middle. Once secure, hang flowers upside down to dry. Leave your flowers there for a good two to three weeks and make sure not to remove them until they are completely dry.
3. Remove the flowers from the hangers and spray them with hairspray to give them some extra protection. You can now hang your dried flowers around the house as you please, remove the petals and make potpourri, or use them in a crafts-related project to make a thoughtful gift for someone else. Dried flowers don't like sunlight or extreme heat, so try to find homes for them in more shaded areas.
How to Dry Flowers with a Microwave
(requires items found in craft stores)
1. Find a microwave-safe container that will hold your flowers and fit into the microwave. (Do not use a dish you might want to use for food again after this project.) Your flowers will dry to the shape of the bottom of your container if you do not support them, so you will need to use silica gel in the container to help the flowers maintain their shape. Cover the bottom of the container with about an inch or two of silica gel (more for larger blossoms), place your flowers in the gel with the flower blossom opening upward, and then gently pour gel over the flower to ensure all petals are positioned to dry properly. If you are not careful with the gel, you can flatten your petals. Still, be liberal with it for best results. Don't worry; your silica gel can be used over and over again.
2. Microwave temperature and time will vary from flower to flower, so find the right recipes by trial and error. Place your uncovered container in the microwave. A safe bet is to start the microwave on one or two levels above defrost for 2-5 minutes. Roses can withstand more heat; daisies prefer lower temperatures. Start with a short amount of time, checking your flower's progress periodically. If it doesn't seem to be drying, you can increase heat and time accordingly.
3. Once your flowers have dried, open the microwave and immediately cover the container. Remove the covered container from the microwave, open the top a quarter of a centimeter, and let it sit for 24 hours. Once the flowers have cooled, clean off the petals with a fine brush and mist them with an acrylic spray. Voila! Fresh baked flowers!
Whichever method you choose, we hope that you might find a new hobby in our How to Dry Flowers guide. We all wish our fresh flowers lived forever, but now you can preserve your special bouquet and enjoy it for years to come. There are meanings and expressions behind all flower gifts, so we hope we helped in making your memories last.
This is the airspray method:
Learning how to preserve flowers is a great way to keep those beautiful bouquets lasting longer. It is not terribly difficult, with a bit of time and patience you will have a lasting bouquet for years to come.
To preserve your flowers the only ingredient you need is a bottle of aerosol hairspray. To begin simply gather your flowers and spray with hairspray before they begin to die. If you wait until they die the color will be gone and you can't bring it back.
Next just find a cool, dry and dark place such as a basement or closet and hang the flowers upside down until they dry. It may take a few days to dry but be patient. If you try to arrange them too soon you will damage the flower petals and possible the entire flower. Once they are completely dry you can arrange them in a vase or however you wish. Your flowers will stay beautiful for years to come. Just keep in mind they are very fragile and will break easily when handled.
Another popular method for long lasting flowers is to preserve them by pressing. Using some wax paper or paper towels place flowers in between them and put them in a book. The easiest way is to put more books on top or some thing heavy. The flowers should stay there for a while just remember to check them every few days. After a week or so the flowers will be pressed flat. You can then use them as decoration in picture frames, scrapbooks or albums. You can laminate some of them with a picture from the special occasion and make a beautiful bookmark.
There are so many different ideas to use them in such as when making cement stepping stones for your garden. Cut the bottom 6 inches of a five gallon bucket off. Line the bottom piece you cut away with wax paper, and then pour instant cement into the wax paper. Let it set partway and then sprinkle the flowers onto the cement. Let it dry the rest of the way. When the cement is completely dry take it out of the bucket and peel away the wax paper. Now you have a permanent stepping stone for your garden.
If you do not want to preserve the flowers yourself you can take them to a florist and for a small fee they will do it for you. Any way you choose to preserve your flowers will leave you a lasting treasure to share with future generations.
Reply:I I do not see why it would not work... I used hairspray to keep cat tails looking good and they lasted a good 3 years before my ex husband destroyed them during the divorce. I had 4 or 5 tails and on one of them, I pulled some of the "stuffing" out of it and sprayed it to keep it looking as though it was "flowering naturally" (I wish that I had taken some pictures of it, it was so pretty!)
Reply:Yeah I have tried it to dry roses. it works.
Reply:well i dont really know about that but i do know that putting in the fridge or freezer will keep the fresh for longer and frozen one can last weeks
Reply:I once sprayed it onto a fresh bouquet, and it died.
It needs to be applied to dry, not fresh flowers.
The best thing for you to do is to either press the flowers and laminated them, or you can store them in an airtight container padded with tissues/tissue paper so as not to damage them and keep them dry
Is It possible to have a bouquet of flowers sent to my house for my mums birthday?
I've never done it before though so i dont really know what to do- do i just look for a florist in the phonebook? Also...how much would it cost?
Is It possible to have a bouquet of flowers sent to my house for my mums birthday?
Marks and Spencers online do delivery to most the UK, at better priced than Interflora.
Just follow the link and chose what you want, they ask for your details, and you type the message you want to put in the card.
Prices start at 20 pounds.
Reply:If you live with her, just go to a florist and pick it out yourself. Much cheaper and more personal.
Get a vase if you would like or just bring them in stems.
Write what you feel about her on the note.
If you want to get them sent, there's too many options. Ask a friend if they have a florist they like or just order it over the internet.
The trouble with sending flowers is that they can send substandard flowers when you've paid for the best quality.
Who would ever know?
Reply:It certainly is possible! And a very sweet idea! Since you've never done this before, I'd say visit the florist. Tell them what you'd like to do and ask them to help you. Cost is usually based on size, type of flowers. If you get a "fancy" container it will cost more but if you'd like Mum to have a keepsake as well, go for it! They do arrangements in china tea cups and all kinds of containers!
Wish Mum a Happy Birthday!
Reply:yes it is possible.
if ure mum lives near u, then u cud go to a florist in ure area. and all u do is give them the address you want them to be delivered to.
its really simple..
it can depend on the prices, although, the bigger bouquets are obviously more expensive.
but u can have these things where they put flowers in little baskets and things like that.
its worth asking the florists about.
Reply:If you do it on the phone you need a credit card....so go to the nearest florist in your town and arrange it in person then you can pay with cash.
Reply:go to a florist and they will make a bouquet for you and give you a price before they make it up , 15 quid approx . start to whatever you like .
Reply:Don't you have a local florist? Like when there is a funeral, where do people get their flowers? Phone book is the best way to find it.
Reply:Of course, people do this all the time.
Just call a florist and compare prices.
It probably ranges from £15-£100,000!!
Reply:yes you can my dad does it for my mom.
Reply:any flower shop that does delivery will take them to any house if its in your area intreflora is all over the country so they are more likely to send anywhere
Reply:http://www.interflora.co.uk/
Is It possible to have a bouquet of flowers sent to my house for my mums birthday?
Marks and Spencers online do delivery to most the UK, at better priced than Interflora.
Just follow the link and chose what you want, they ask for your details, and you type the message you want to put in the card.
Prices start at 20 pounds.
Reply:If you live with her, just go to a florist and pick it out yourself. Much cheaper and more personal.
Get a vase if you would like or just bring them in stems.
Write what you feel about her on the note.
If you want to get them sent, there's too many options. Ask a friend if they have a florist they like or just order it over the internet.
The trouble with sending flowers is that they can send substandard flowers when you've paid for the best quality.
Who would ever know?
Reply:It certainly is possible! And a very sweet idea! Since you've never done this before, I'd say visit the florist. Tell them what you'd like to do and ask them to help you. Cost is usually based on size, type of flowers. If you get a "fancy" container it will cost more but if you'd like Mum to have a keepsake as well, go for it! They do arrangements in china tea cups and all kinds of containers!
Wish Mum a Happy Birthday!
Reply:yes it is possible.
if ure mum lives near u, then u cud go to a florist in ure area. and all u do is give them the address you want them to be delivered to.
its really simple..
it can depend on the prices, although, the bigger bouquets are obviously more expensive.
but u can have these things where they put flowers in little baskets and things like that.
its worth asking the florists about.
Reply:If you do it on the phone you need a credit card....so go to the nearest florist in your town and arrange it in person then you can pay with cash.
Reply:go to a florist and they will make a bouquet for you and give you a price before they make it up , 15 quid approx . start to whatever you like .
Reply:Don't you have a local florist? Like when there is a funeral, where do people get their flowers? Phone book is the best way to find it.
Reply:Of course, people do this all the time.
Just call a florist and compare prices.
It probably ranges from £15-£100,000!!
Reply:yes you can my dad does it for my mom.
Reply:any flower shop that does delivery will take them to any house if its in your area intreflora is all over the country so they are more likely to send anywhere
Reply:http://www.interflora.co.uk/
Question for florists: flower quantity vrs bouquet volume ratio?
I saw on www.aquarelle.co.uk that for a bouquet having a diameter of 30 cms one needs 32 roses, for one of 25 cms: 27 roses and for one of 35 cms in diameter 37 roses. I want to use different varieties of flowers instead of roses, but do not know if this proportions will do. How does a professional florist determine the number of flowers vrs. volume proportion when making a bouquet?
Question for florists: flower quantity vrs bouquet volume ratio?
i would use as meny different flowers as you like until it looks good and smells Devinne good luck
Reply:Flower density.
Question for florists: flower quantity vrs bouquet volume ratio?
i would use as meny different flowers as you like until it looks good and smells Devinne good luck
Reply:Flower density.
How should I advertise for my small balloon bouquet business?
I am starting college 4 days per week in the morning until afternoon and I have decided to start my own small balloon boquet business. I am a very experienced balloon twister and entertainer as well. Tonight I finished designing my business card and flyer. It states that I do Balloon Bouquets, Twisting Entertainment, and Event Decor. I have an ad on Craigslist.
What should I do now to get some business?
How should I advertise for my small balloon bouquet business?
Well, I'm a clown and I do balloons as well. I have a 4 ft by 6 ft sign on the corner of my street. Bright red and white with black outline. Very attractive. I also have a lighted sign on top of my car that says ABAGAIL the CLOWN with my phone number. This has worked quite well and it only cost me $212.00 once.
Reply:YEP! I got business from that. I always ask "Where did you hear about me?" Helps to find out what yor best ads bring. Report Abuse
Reply:Well that really depends on how much you can afford to spend on advertising! If you can't afford much, then you should try putting up posters near kindergartens or McDonalds or another place you think your potential customers may be passing by! And of course if you can afford more I'm sure you know that you can advertise on TV or on billboards.
Reply:. Your college probably has a lot of bulletin boards in every building?
Post a notice along with your phone # and you know to be aware of underage drinkers and NO pay hosts?
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What should I do now to get some business?
How should I advertise for my small balloon bouquet business?
Well, I'm a clown and I do balloons as well. I have a 4 ft by 6 ft sign on the corner of my street. Bright red and white with black outline. Very attractive. I also have a lighted sign on top of my car that says ABAGAIL the CLOWN with my phone number. This has worked quite well and it only cost me $212.00 once.
Reply:YEP! I got business from that. I always ask "Where did you hear about me?" Helps to find out what yor best ads bring. Report Abuse
Reply:Well that really depends on how much you can afford to spend on advertising! If you can't afford much, then you should try putting up posters near kindergartens or McDonalds or another place you think your potential customers may be passing by! And of course if you can afford more I'm sure you know that you can advertise on TV or on billboards.
Reply:. Your college probably has a lot of bulletin boards in every building?
Post a notice along with your phone # and you know to be aware of underage drinkers and NO pay hosts?
safety shoes
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