How to arrange artificial flowers to update your home decor.
, by Alicia , 3 min reading time
There are so many varieties of floral stems and styles available that it may seem overwhelming when you are looking to find out how to use artificial flowers to update your home decor but we are here to tell you there is really only one key instruction to doing it well, and that is fun! Your style is what makes you unique so there are no rules when it comes to styling your home with artificial flowers but having a few tips on hand can make using artificial flowers to style your home just that little bit less overwhelming.
There are so many varieties of floral stems and styles available that it may seem overwhelming when you are looking to find out how to use artificial flowers to update your home decor but we are here to tell you there is really only one key instruction to doing it well, and that is fun!
Your style is what makes you unique so there are no rules when it comes to styling your home with artificial flowers but having a few tips on hand can make using artificial flowers to style your home just that little bit less overwhelming.
Choose three key colours in your artificial floral stems.
When you are getting started choosing three coordinating colours can be a great way to get your mind around how styling with artificial flowers can be quite easy. Choose your three colours and add green!
An example of coordinating colours could be three shades of pink/red or white with creams and yellows even blues and purples. Grouped together with greenery your chosen colours will not only reflect your personality and style, but they will also allow you to style and restyle your floral arrangement again and again for a fresh look. How? Read on.
Choose a vase or suitable container for your floral arrangement.
Get creative here. You could use a vase, a decorative pot or even a box. Anything goes when it comes to artificial floral arrangements.
Once you have your vase ready decide where you will be placing your arrangement when you are finished. This will determine how your floral arrangement may work best. Think about if it will be viewed from one side only (placed against a wall for example) or from all sides (placed on a dining table for example). Get started and have fun!
For arrangements viewed from one side only, the general rule of thumb is to place taller floral stems and greenery at the back to create a kind of background for your florals. For tabletop decorations, taller floral stems are placed in the middle to create balance when viewing. Work your way down placing mid-length stems in the middle and shorter ones to the front of your vase. Remember rules are made to be broken so feel free to get creative.
Arrange and rearrange for a fresh look whenever the mood strikes.
The key to getting value out of your artificial flowers is to rearrange them when the mood strikes. Investing in a good base of greenery and stems you love from the get-go gives you the flexibility to create numerous looks by reusing your everlasting artificial flowers.
Taking care of your stems by dusting lightly every now and then will have them looking in tip-top shape for years, meaning when you are up for a fresh look you can simply:
- Rearrange your floral stems in their existing vessel or freshen up by using a new one
- Split a larger arrangement into a few smaller ones
- Add a coordinating or contrasting colour for a little unique touch when you rearrange
- Add some more greenery for a fresh look (or go full colour and put the greenery aside)
- Place your arrangement in a new location
- Pop your floral stems into storage until next time and create a whole new one!
Creativity is endless with everlasting artificial floral stems when it comes to flower arranging. Their ability to last for years gives you full flexibility when it comes to changing the look of your home decor quickly and easily, need a pop of colour - head to your collection of artificial flowers and voilà!
View the range of artificial flowers now for a little home decor inspiration.