Fresh flower wreaths are one of the most dramatic and beautiful ways to decorate for a party, wedding, or any occasion where you want to make a real statement. We made these vibrant painted flower wreaths for our End of Summer Bash and they were an absolute showstopper as a photo backdrop. The best part? They are easier to make than they look. Here is our full step-by-step process.
What We Used:
- Painted Hydrangeas
- Painted Spider Mums
- Football Mums
- Painted Pompom Daisies
- Wreath frames (circular and square)
- Wet floral foam blocks
- Hemp twine (works better than floral wire, which can cut through foam)
- Kale for added texture and greenery
- Knife, bucket of water, and scissors
Step 1: Hydrate Your Flowers
Cut the ends of your stems at an angle and allow them to hydrate in fresh water for at least 1 to 2 hours before arranging. Longer is even better for large statement flowers like hydrangeas and mums. While your flowers are hydrating, cut your foam blocks in half and trace your wreath frame shapes onto the foam.
Step 2: Cut and Fit the Foam
Use a knife to cut the foam to fit your wreath frames. We made 3 wreaths total, 2 circular and 1 square. Do not worry about getting a perfect fit. Odd-shaped pieces can be fitted together without wasting any foam.
Step 3: Secure Foam to Frames and Soak
Secure the foam to your wreath frames using hemp twine rather than floral wire. We found that wire easily cuts and damages the foam, while twine holds everything together cleanly. Once secured, soak the foam thoroughly according to package directions. We laid the wreaths on a rug to minimize water mess while soaking.
Step 4: Add Your Flowers
Begin inserting your flower stems gently into the foam. Be careful not to push stems all the way through to the other side. Work on the front face first, then once the wreaths are hung, finish filling in the back side. The result is a full, lush wreath that looks stunning from every angle.
These wreaths work beautifully for summer parties, weddings, bridal showers, baby showers, and any event where you want a dramatic floral backdrop. Mix and match colors from our Painted Flower Collection to match your event palette perfectly.
Schedule your flower delivery 2 to 3 days before your event so your blooms arrive farm-fresh with time to hydrate and open before you start crafting. We stand behind every order and will work with you to make it right.
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