DIY Christmas Bouquet

We made this holiday bouquet some time back( Dec 8th 2015) and it is all over Pinterest. Victorian Gardens Floral Design Pinterest board  Many have been asking what is in it and how to make it. So, here is a step-by-step of how we put this bouquet together. Check out the last photo to see it double as a Christmas centerpiece for your holiday table.

Step 1: Start with Freedom Red roses (2 Dozen), which are readily available from your local Costco or Trader Joe’s. Red Alstroemeria, chocolate cosmos or Black scabiousa (butterfly blooms)  along with your favorite selection of evergreens. We chose Red Cedar and Juniper berries or Seeded Eucalyptus. Red Velvet to tie off.

Step 2: Clean the leaves, thorns and any damaged leaves from the blooms.

Step 3: bundle about 4-5 roses then began adding the alstroemeria as you rotate the bundle in your hand.

Step 4:  As you build add in the black/chocolate cosmos or scabiousa along with the seeded Eucalyptus or juniper berry.

Step 5: Add the red cedar underneath to cover the stems and finish off the fresh arrangement.

Step 6: Cut all the stems the same length for a fresh clean cut and it is ready for water.

Step 7… Tie off with the velvet red ribbon for a beautiful finish.

Now you have your finished bouquet. This makes a wonderful hand tied gift for a Christmas dinner, party or cut the stems short and put in a vase for a centerpiece. We hope you have enjoyed this DIY and have fun.

Photo by Alea Lovely Photography