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How to make a flower garland

Step 1

How to make a flower garland

Trimming the stems

Cut the stems of the greenery so there is enough stem to layer and wrap with floral wire (about 2-3 inches of stem).

Step 2

How to make a flower garland How to make a flower garland

Mocking the base

Starting with the fullest plant, arrange the greenery in a mock format and place it on the floor or table at the approximate length of the finished garland. Continue the mockup design by layering accent fill at the base of the garland.

Step 3

How to make a flower garland How to make a flower garland

Wire it up

Starting at one end, take a bunch of greenery and begin wrapping the floral wire around the stems, placing one bundle after another. When layering, be sure to cover the floral wire from the previous group. Continue layering greenery and wrapping floral wire around stems until desired length is reached.