Rhiannon Hendricks
Flower crowns are a whimsical and romantic accessory that has become a trendy choice for brides. They are a simple DIY project that can elevate your wedding hairstyle and add a pop of colour to your bridal look. Making your own flower crown is a fun and affordable way to ensure you are in control of how it looks and fits. This introduction will cover the steps to make a flower crown, from gathering materials to assembling and securing the crown.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Step 1 | Gather materials: wire cutters, flowers, florist wire, florist tape, scissors or garden shears |
| Step 2 | Cut flower stems to 1.5-3 inches |
| Step 3 | Measure and cut the florist wire to fit around your head, securing it in a circle by twisting the ends |
| Step 4 | Attach the first sprig to the wire by wrapping with florist wire and covering with florist tape |
| Step 5 | Gather additional flowers and greenery, pinching them together and attaching to the wire with florist tape |
| Step 6 | Continue building the crown by adding flowers and greenery in small bundles, wrapping with florist tape |
| Step 7 | Clip the remaining stems to make them even |
| Step 8 | Create an even look on both ends of the crown by using identical greenery and covering with florist tape |
What You'll Learn
Choosing flowers and greenery
Types of Flowers
When choosing flowers for your wedding crown, consider a combination of small filler flowers and larger focal blooms. Filler flowers add texture and fullness to the crown, while focal blooms create a bolder statement. Some popular options for filler flowers include spray roses, baby's breath, wax flowers, and small poms. If you prefer a more delicate look, you can opt for mainly small filler flowers. For a bolder statement, choose larger flowers such as garden roses, orchids, peonies, and anemones.
Greenery
Greenery is an important component of your wedding flower crown, adding texture and fullness. When selecting greenery, consider the overall look you want to achieve. For a subtle and delicate appearance, choose greenery such as myrtle, ivy, or eucalyptus. These options provide a soft and romantic touch to your crown. If you prefer a fuller and more lush crown, opt for greenery like leather leaf or dusty miller. Greenery such as olive branches and Italian ruscus can also add a unique touch to your design.
Flower and Greenery Combinations
Creating a combination of flowers and greenery that complement each other is essential. Play around with different options to find your perfect pairing. You can opt for a monochromatic look by choosing flowers and greenery in similar colour families. Alternatively, create a contrast by pairing light and delicate flowers with darker, fuller greenery or vice versa. Consider the colour scheme of your wedding and select flowers and greenery that tie into your theme. For example, if you're having a spring wedding, opt for flowers in soft pastel shades, while a fall wedding might call for richer, more vibrant colours.
Flower and Greenery Preparation
Once you've selected your flowers and greenery, it's important to prepare them for your crown. Cut the stems to a uniform length of about 2 to 3 inches. This will make it easier to attach them to your crown base. You can also create mini-flower bunches by wrapping three blooms together with floral tape. This will give your crown a fuller look and make the attachment process more manageable. Remember to choose flowers that can hold up well when used in a flower crown, as you want them to stay fresh and vibrant throughout your wedding day.
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Preparing the wire frame
To start, you will need to measure the circumference of your head with a soft measuring tape. Wrap the tape from the top of your forehead all the way around your head, measuring in inches or centimetres. It is recommended to wrap the wire around your head and then cut it, ensuring there is enough wire to create a circular shape. You will need to cut two pieces of wire to the same length and then wrap them together. This will create a sturdy base and space to weave the flowers into. You can connect the two ends of the wire by twisting them together, using a tie, or with hot glue.
The next step is to wrap the wire frame in floral tape. This will ensure that the wire does not poke your head and will also help to secure the flowers to the frame. You can use green floral tape so that it blends in with the design, or brown tape if you want it to be visible. Wrap the tape around the wire several times to ensure that it stays in place.
Now your wire frame is ready to be decorated with flowers and greenery!
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Attaching flowers to the frame
Now that you have your flowers and your frame, it's time to put the two together. You can use floral tape to attach your flowers to the frame. Start by choosing a flower and attaching it to the frame by wrapping the floral tape around the stem of the flower and the wire frame. Repeat this process, adding flowers one by one, until you have a small bunch. You can then attach this bunch to the frame by wrapping floral tape around the stems and the wire frame.
When attaching your flowers, remember to alternate their placement on top of, on the side of, and below the wire. This will help to hide the mechanics of the crown. You can also use the mantra "bloom over stem" to guide your placement. This means that the second bloom you add should cover the stem of the first, and so on.
If you are using greenery, you can attach it to the frame in the same way as the flowers. Start by wrapping the greenery around the wire frame and securing it with floral tape. Then, add your flowers, using the greenery as a base.
If you are using fresh flowers, it is important to cut the stems to the correct length before attaching them to the frame. Cut the stems to 1.5 to 3 inches in length. This will make them easier to attach to the crown. You can also trim off any green leaves on the stems to create a neater-looking crown.
If you are using fake flowers, you can weave the stems through the holes in the wire frame. This will create a more natural look and help to hide the wire.
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Using floral tape
Floral tape is an essential component when creating a wedding crown. It is used to secure the flowers to the wire crown base and to cover any exposed wire. The tape comes in shades of green and brown, allowing it to blend in with the flowers and greens.
To begin constructing your crown, you will need to create a wire loop that fits your head. This can be done by twisting two heavy-gauge wires together and testing the fit. Once you have the right size, wrap the wire hoop with floral tape. This step ensures that the wire ends do not poke your head.
The next step is to choose your flowers and start attaching them to the wire base. Select a flower and place it on the wire loop. Use floral tape to attach the stem to the wire, leaving a long tail of tape. Secure the flower by wrapping the tape down the stem, ensuring the blossom is firmly attached. Repeat this process for each flower, always covering the exposed wire with floral tape to prevent any wire from poking out.
When adding flowers, it is essential to stagger them to hide the mechanics of the crown. Alternate placing blooms on top, on the side, and at the bottom of the wire. Continue working your way around the crown, always covering the wire with tape and staggering the blooms.
Floral tape is a versatile and essential tool for creating a seamless and secure wedding crown. It helps to build the structure of the crown and attach the flowers, ensuring a comfortable and beautiful final product.
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Making adjustments
There are several ways to adjust your flower crown to ensure it fits comfortably and securely. One option is to create a loop on one end of the wire and a hook on the other, allowing for adjustability. Alternatively, you can bring the two ends of the wire together and tape them securely, ensuring you have the correct measurements beforehand.
If you're unsure about the size of the wearer's head, it's better to err on the side of caution and make the crown slightly bigger, as you can always adjust it to be smaller. You can do this by twisting the wires closer together or using bobby pins or hair clips to secure the crown in place.
When adding flowers, it's essential to stagger them to cover the mechanics of the wire and tape. You can alternate placing blooms on top, on the side, and at the bottom of the wire to achieve this. If you find any gaps in your crown after completion, use floral glue to fill them in, rather than taping or gluing flowers or greenery, which will only make the gap more noticeable.
If you're using real flowers, it's important to choose flowers that will last. Flowers like lavender and rosemary are good options, as they are commonly found dried and will preserve your crown. Conversely, flowers like ranunculus and poppies wilt quickly and are not suitable for long-term wear.
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Frequently asked questions
You will need wire, floral tape, fresh flowers, and scissors. You may also want to use a mirror to help with placement.
You can use bobby pins or hair clips to secure the crown to your hair. You can also use hairspray to keep it in place.
Choose flowers with long, dense stems as short, flimsy flowers may fall apart. You can use fresh flowers such as peonies, poppies, and roses, or dried flowers like lavender and rosemary.
First, construct the frame by wrapping wire around your head and cutting it to size. Then, cut your flower stems to 2-3 inches. Add your greenery and flowers using floral tape, alternating their placement on the wire. Finally, fill in any gaps with extra flowers or greenery.
To keep your crown fresh, store it in the fridge. You can also hang it to dry, but be aware that some flowers may wilt or shrink.
