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Floral Designing Supplies and Tools
Sharp tools are a must in floral designing. A sharp knife used for cutting flowers stems will make clean cuts without crushing the stems. A clean cut is imperative in aiding water absorption by the flower stem. A folding pocket knife with a quality blade is the best, longest lasting knife. Other cheaper knives with plastic handles won’t last as long nor will they cut heavy stems.
Sharp scissors are necessary to cut ribbon cleanly and neatly. Ribbon scissors must be used only to cut ribbon and fabric. Cutting just one wire with your ribbon scissors will ruin them. Serrated scissors are heavy duty multipurpose scissors that can be used to cut wire and woody stems.
Wire cutters with a spring are easier to operate when cutting wire and corsage stems. Wire cutters have a short blade and are ideal for cutting heavy materials.
Floral tape is waxed crepe paper that will stick to its self when stretched. It is used to cover floral wire for use in corsages and bouquets. Waterproof tape is used to secure floral foam in a container. It is available in green, white and clear colors in ¼ or ½ inch widths.
Florist wire is usually green and comes in precut 18 inch lengths. Sizes vary from #16 (the heaviest gauge) to # 30 (the lightest gauge). Several gauges are necessary in design work to make corsages and bouquets, strength stems and to bind materials together. The most common gauges used in floral design are #18, 20, 22 and 24. Paddle wire is on a spool in a continuous strand that may be used to create garlands and wreaths and to bind together heavy materials. It is also available in a variety of gauges.
Greening pins are u-shaped wire, much like a hairpin, and are used to hold moss to foam. Wooden picks have a wire attached to one end and are used to cluster dried materials together in foam, attaché bows to plants and to extend the length of a stem. Chenille stems come in a variety of colors and are used to secure bows. Chenille stems look like large pipe cleaners.
Floral foam comes in heavy or light weight depending on the flowers being used. To soak the foam place it in a sink filled with water, do not dunk it under the water. Let the foam float and fill naturally, thus assuring you will have no dry spots in the middle of the foam. It will sink to the bottom as it absorbs water.
Ribbon comes in a rainbow of colors and a variety of widths. The bigger the number the wider the ribbon will be. # 3 ribbon is generally used in corsages and bud vases. Plants are usually dressed with #9 as are most pew bows. Funeral work requires a wider width such as a #40. The most commonly used ribbon is satin, however, there is a great variety of ribbon available today. Wired ribbon holds its shape for use in decorations, wreaths and Christmas trees. Printed ribbon has a wide range of uses in decorating. Lacey, silky ribbon is available for use in wedding bouquets and corsages.
Tools and supplies may be purchased at crafts stores, fabric shops and department stores as well as your local florists. With the variety of tools and supplies readily available today you are limited only by your imagination. So imagine away!
About the Author
Author Ellen Skiles was twelve years experience in the floral industry including three years in a greenhouse, four years designing in a shop, and seven years as head designer and manager of a second flower shop. She provides content for www.arrangefreshflowers.com.
May 1 Chenille Stems
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Wire Pipe Cleaners Chenille Stems Kid Crafts School Kit $5.93 |
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Cobalt Blue Chenille Stem Magic Flexible Stick Toy 12″ $5.96 |
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12″ Pipe Cleaners Chenille Stem Tinsel Stick 100 Approx $5.71 |
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60 PASTEL FUZZY STICK CHENILLE STEM LOT Craft Piece Wire Bend Shape Kid Children $5.95 |
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12″ x 6mm Chenille Stems – 100pcs. – Red, Green, White $2.49 |
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Large Lot ~ 300 Assorted Chenille Stems ~ Pipe Cleaners ~ Kids Crafts $7.00 |
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Large Lot ~ 300 Assorted Chenille Stems ~ Pipe Cleaners ~ Kids Crafts $7.00 |
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Klutz PIPE CLEANERS GONE CRAZY WITH over 500 CHENILLE STEMS plus bonus! $29.14 |
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45 FUZZY STICK CHENILLE STEM LOT 12″ Black White Red Green Craft Pipe Cleaner $3.25 |
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Kids Glistening Chenille Stems Stick Make Lot Shape 12″ $5.39 |
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Pipe Cleaners Chenille Stems Make figures Flowers Stick $6.22 |
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Soft Pipe Cleaners Chenille Twist Stem Orange 6mm 12″ $5.66 |
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15mm Darice Bump Chenille Stem – 12pcs.-9 Color Choices $1.29 |
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15mm Darice Bump Chenille Stem – 12pcs.-9 Color Choices $1.29 |
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15mm Darice Bump Chenille Stem – 12pcs.-9 Color Choices $1.29 |
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15mm Darice Bump Chenille Stem – 12pcs.-9 Color Choices $1.29 |
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15mm Darice Bump Chenille Stem – 12pcs.-9 Color Choices $1.29 |
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15mm Darice Bump Chenille Stem – 12pcs.-9 Color Choices $1.29 |
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15mm Darice Bump Chenille Stem – 12pcs.-9 Color Choices $1.29 |
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15mm Darice Bump Chenille Stems -36pcs.-9 Color Choices $3.29 |
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15mm Darice Bump Chenille Stems -36pcs.-9 Color Choices $3.29 |
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15mm Darice Bump Chenille Stems -36pcs.-9 Color Choices $3.29 |
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15mm Darice Bump Chenille Stems -36pcs.-9 Color Choices $3.29 |
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15mm Darice Bump Chenille Stems -36pcs.-9 Color Choices $3.29 |
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15mm Darice Bump Chenille Stems -36pcs.-9 Color Choices $3.29 |
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15mm Darice Bump Chenille Stems -36pcs.-9 Color Choices $3.29 |
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15mm Darice Bump Chenille Stems -36pcs.-9 Color Choices $3.29 |
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15mm Darice Bump Chenille Stems -36pcs.-9 Color Choices $3.29 |
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Chenille Kraft – 711201 – Regular Stems – 10 Item Bundle – Craft Kits & Supplies $20.20 |
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Chenille Kraft – 711001 – Jumbo Stems – 9 Item Bundle – Craft Kits & Supplies – $21.38 |
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Chenille Kraft – 911001 – Jumbo Stems – Craft Kits & Supplies – CKC911001 $22.47 |
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Chenille Kraft – 710001 – Regular Stems – 13 Item Bundle – Craft Kits & Supplies $21.38 |
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Chenille Kraft – 911201 – Regular Stems – 2 Item Bundle – Craft Kits & Supplies $35.20 |
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Kids craft lot large box full chenille stems pompoms googly eyes feathers more $24.99 |
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Kid Craft Pink Chenille Stem Twist Stick Cane 100 About $5.66 |
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Pipe cleaners (chenille stems) useful lot of 180 for crafts decorations $9.95 |
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300 – 6mm x 12 inch Chenille Stems – Choose Color – pipe cleaners $13.99 |
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300 – 6mm x 12 inch Chenille Stems – Choose Color – pipe cleaners $13.99 |
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300 – 6mm x 12 inch Chenille Stems – Choose Color – pipe cleaners $13.99 |
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300 – 6mm x 12 inch Chenille Stems – Choose Color – pipe cleaners $13.99 |
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300 – 6mm x 12 inch Chenille Stems – Choose Color – pipe cleaners $13.99 |
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300 – 6mm x 12 inch Chenille Stems – Choose Color – pipe cleaners $13.99 |
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300 – 6mm x 12 inch Chenille Stems – Choose Color – pipe cleaners $13.99 |
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300 – 6mm x 12 inch Chenille Stems – Choose Color – pipe cleaners $13.99 |
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300 – 6mm x 12 inch Chenille Stems – Choose Color – pipe cleaners $13.99 |
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300 – 6mm x 12 inch Chenille Stems – Choose Color – pipe cleaners $13.99 |
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300 – 6mm x 12 inch Chenille Stems – Choose Color – pipe cleaners $13.99 |
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300 – 6mm x 12 inch Chenille Stems – Choose Color – pipe cleaners $13.99 |
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300 – 6mm x 12 inch Chenille Stems – Choose Color – pipe cleaners $13.99 |
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300 – 6mm x 12 inch Chenille Stems – Choose Color – pipe cleaners $13.99 |
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Chenille Flat Wood Toothpicks, , Wood, Natural Wood, 2500/Pack $1.89 Supply students with natural flat wood toothpicks and glue and watch ideas take shape. Material(s): Wood; Color(s): Natural Wood; Size: N/A; Assortment: N/A…. |
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Chenille Kraft All-Purpose Single Color Chenille Stems – Yellow (4MM) – Pack of 100 $2.03 These premium quality chenille stems are the perfect no mess medium for a wide variety of projects. Great for making ornaments, decorations, animals, flowers, creatures, and more! 1/8″ diameter stems are 12″ long. Pack of 100 stems in yellow…. |
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Pipe Cleaners Assorted Tinsel 12 Inch 25/Pk $1.95 Assorted colors of tinsel chenille stems are perfect for all kinds of arts and crafts. 12 inch stems, 25 per bag…. |
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Accent Design Chenille Stem 12x 6mm Pink (6 Pack) $5.34 Chenille Stems are great for making poseable figures, party favors, ornaments, holiday decorations and anything else your imagination can come up with! Bend and twist together, string beads onto or combine with other crafting materials to shape unique items. Not for young children. 12x 6mm Pink- 25pc… |
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Chenille Plant – Red Hot Cattails Acalypha Repens, commonly known as strawberry firetails, or chenille, or red hot cattails. It is a rather easy to grow cascading plant with unique flowers that start out as fuzzy little buttons and elongate and mature into fuzzy red cones 3-4″ long. Likes sun and Moisture. Can be used unside or out…. |
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Chenille Kraft 911201 – Regular Stems, 12 x 4mm, Metal Wire, Polyester, Assorted, 1000/Pack $12.41 Perfect for making poseable figures, party favors, ornaments and holiday decorations. Bend and twist together, string beads or combine with other crafting materials to create your own unique items. Material(s): Metal Wire; Polyester; Color(s): Assorted; Size: 12 x 4mm; Assortment: N/A…. |
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Chenille Kraft 710001 – Regular Stems, 6 x 4mm, Metal Wire, Polyester, Assorted, 100/Pack-CKC710001 Perfect for making poseable figures, party favors, ornaments and holiday decorations. Bend and twist together, string beads or combine with other crafting materials to create your own unique items. Material(s): Metal Wire; Polyester; Color(s): Assorted; Size: 6 x 4mm; Assortment: N/A…. |
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Chenille Kraft 711201 – Regular Stems, 12 x 4mm, Metal Wire, Polyester, Assorted, 100/Pack-CKC711201 Perfect for making poseable figures, party favors, ornaments and holiday decorations. Bend and twist together, string beads or combine with other crafting materials to create your own unique items. Material(s): Metal Wire; Polyester; Color(s): Assorted; Size: 12 x 4mm; Assortment: N/A…. |
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Accent Design Chenille Stem 12x 6mm Green 100pc (3 Pack) $8.97 Chenille Stems are great for making poseable figures, party favors, ornaments, holiday decorations and anything else your imagination can come up with! Bend and twist together, string beads onto or combine with other crafting materials to shape unique items. Not for young children. 12x 6mm Green 100pc… |
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chenille stems 6mm bright multi pc ECRWN9WPLRDSGQBWPMLP… |