Floral Design UnitBud Vase Construction

Step – by – Step Directions

Step 1: Select Materials

1 long-stem rose2-3 stems baker’s ferns1 stem baby’s breathBud VaseCard and PickFloral sheers or knife

Step 2: Fill Vase with Water

Fill bud vase with water to within 2 inches of the top.

Step 3: Remove Lower Foliage

Remove all foliage and thorns that will be under water to prevent rot.

Step 4: Cut the Flower Stem

Cut the flower stem so that the height of the flower is 1 ½ to 2 times the height of the vase.Cut on an angle.

The outer petals may have been damaged during shipping & should be removed to expose fresh, clean petals. Be sure not to leave any petal parts when you pull them off.

Step 5: Remove the outer petals

Step 6: Insert the Flower into the Vase

Place the rose in the vase.Turn the most desirable side to the “front”.

Step 7: Add greenery

Select 2 pieces of leather leaf fern that are slightly taller than the flower.Place these behind the flower.They should be triangular in appearance, and may bend slightly away from the flowers.

Step 8: Add Baby’s Breath

Add a sprig of baby’s breath.Baby’s breath should surround the rose inside of the foliage.

Step 11: Clean up the Work Area

Put away all materialsSweep and clean the work area

Congratulations!You Did a Great Job