Be inspired by florals and learn how to create flower crown with our step-by-step guide.
Nothing captures the mood of summer as perfectly as a crown of colourful flowers. Beautiful, beguiling, and whimsical, floral wreaths are worn by nature-lovers, poetic souls, and festival-goers alike. They’re symbolic of idyllic sunny days, romantic rural life, and the spirit of the wild.
Craft a crown
YOU WILL NEED:
- A selection of fresh flowers and foliage (silk or paper flowers can be used as an alternative to create a longer-lasting crown)
- Thick and thin florist wire
- Green florist tape
- Wire snips
- Scissors
- Ribbon
1 Measure a length of thick floristry wire around your head, leaving an extra 2–3 cm at each end.
Cut the wire to size using the wire snips (take care while using these and make sure they’re kept out of reach of younger siblings). Wrap green florist tape all the way around the wire, making sure any sharp ends are completely covered. Bend each end of the taped wire to form small loops or hooks and attach the ends together to form a circlet.
2 Prepare the flowers and foliage by laying out each stem or bunch in the order you’d like them to appear on the crown. Trim each one, leaving about 7 cm of stem. Cut a piece of thin wire for each flower you’re using, about 10 cm in length, and twist the wire from just beneath the head of the flower, down and around each stem in a tight spiral. Cover each wired stem and any overhanging wire with green floristry tape.
3 One by one, attach the flowers and foliage to your crown, bending them into position with each stem pointing in the same direction.
Fasten securely by wrapping the taped wire of each stem tightly around the central circlet. Keep adding the flowers, weaving in delicate greenery between each one, until you have a full crown.
4 Fill in gaps and make any necessary adjustments.
Add finishing touches such as a length of trailing ribbon attached to the looped clasp at the back of the crown, which can be used as a tie to keep the circlet secure and in position.
5 Keep your crown in a cool place until you’re ready to put it on. Cut flowers and foliage will soon wilt, so it’s best to create the crown on the day you intend to wear it. If there’s no choice but to make the crown the day before, spray it lightly with water and leave it in the refrigerator overnight to help keep it fresh.
QUICK & FUN FLORAL ALTERNATIVES
If you don’t have the time or equipment for a full floral headdress, try these quick alternatives:
FLORAL HAIR ACCESSORY
Use tape to attach a small posy of flowers to a plain hair clip or headband for a simple, elegant decoration.
GREEN CROWN
If you don’t have access to floristry wire and tape, it’s easy to make a crown using two fern fronds. Simply cut and tie the stems together to create a bright green headdress.
DAISY HALO
Gather some daisies, split the middle of each stem and thread each flower through to create a linked daisy chain. This makes a lovely, delicate circlet.
HOME DÉCOR
The crown-making techniques above can also be applied to creating a wreath for your front door or a decoration for a garden party.
“There are always flowers for those who want to see them” Henri Matisse
This article was originally published under the title A Little Floral Fun in Issue 42 – In the Feels. You can get this issue here to enjoy more mindful inspiration.
