EASY ROSE CORSAGE TUTORIAL
photo Andie Redman
In this beginner friendly tutorial you will create a fresh rose corsage, attaching it to some ribbon in order to create a simple choker.
This quick, easy and versatile floral fashion craft project would look beautiful worn at a garden party or wedding, in place of your traditional buttonhole or corsage. Why not adorn the whole bridal party with mixed roses or other large blooms?
what you’ll need
A freshly opened rose in the colour of your choice (a tight bud won’t work and a rose that has been open for a while may droop or drop petals).
a tube of Oasis floral adhesive (you can find this online or ask your local florist).
a round metal brooch pin from a jewellery making shop (or online), approximately 25mm diameter.
If you’re making this corsage into a choker, then you’ll want a length ribbon (the ribbon pictured is double satin, 110cm long and 3.8cm wide, but you can use any ribbon or haberdashery trim you like).
sharp scissors.
clear nail polish (optional).
Instructions
Step 1
prep your ribbon
If you want to prevent your ribbon from fraying, seal the ends of your ribbon with a tiny amount of clear nail polish.
Step 2
prep your rose
Cut the rose stem as close to the head as possible.
Step 3
prep your brooch
Apply a thin layer of Oasis adhesive to the surface of the brooch pin and also to the back of the rose head.
Step 4
secure your rose
After a minute or so, once the glue is tacky on both surfaces, carefully press them together. (NB. Make sure you do this by gently holding the rose, to avoid bruising the petals).
Step 5
put on your corsage
Tie the ribbon around your neck in a bow and carefully pin the rose corsage into the centre of the knot.
five floristry tips to keep your rose corsage fresher for longer
tip 1
make friends with your local florist
Some roses are quicker to open than others, so when in doubt, ask your florist to advise you on the most suitable flower they have, in relation to how soon you’re embarking on the project
tip 2
help your rose to drink
When you bring your rose home cut off at least 1cm/ half and inch, and put it straight in a long cool drink of water to drink
tip 3
keep your rose hydrated
Leave your flower in water for as long as possible before making your corsage for optimum freshness.
tip 4
have a play
If you decide to use a garden rose, I would always see how well your variety fares out of water, by testing one in advance to see how long it lasts
tip 5
keep your rose cool
If your rose opens too quickly you can pop it in the fridge. You can also do this to keep your rose corsage fresh a little longer
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