DIY: How to make orchid flower arrangement
kimmysphere
Its been 7 months since I’ve moved into my house, and although the majority of our furnishing has been bought and put in their respective places, I still felt that the house was lacking in something. I’d come to the conclusion that what the house lacks were all the little accents which makes a house a home! The house appears to be too bare and clinical, too minimalistic for my taste. It is in desperate need of slashes of my personality to make it feel more homely. As my finances are currently quite restrictive, I’ve only been able to add small details progressively. I’ve been browsing home decor blogs and have noticed that people constantly have these orchids as ornamental displays in their homes. I love orchids, they are exceptionally pretty yet quite simplistic. I’ve been in the hunt for quite some time now for a nice orchid arrangement that I could use to decorate my house, but they were either too expensive or not quite what I wanted. So I thought I would try my luck at making my own. It was far more easier than I had imagined.

What you'll need:
• Artificial orchid flower $11
• Vase/pot $1.50
• Oasis $1
• Artificial moss $1
• Artificial orchid leaves $8
• Stick (free)
• Superglue (free)
• String (free)


Step One: Cut the oasis to size to fit the pot you’ve bought. I didn’t need to glue the oasis into the pot because I had cut it large enough to just fit the pot. If your oasis is smaller than your pot, feel free to glue it down for extra security

Step Two:  Firstly you want to stick the leaves down. Make sure you angle it towards you so that you get a nice view of the leaves, rather than just its sides.

Step Three: The stick will be used to support the stem of the orchid flower. I managed to find an old stick from outside, and cut it to size. Push the stick into the oasis upright.


Step Four: Put superglue on top of the exposing oasis and stick your artificial moss on. This gives it a more realistic look, as well as covering the unattractive oasis.

Step Five: Stick your orchid flower right next to the stick and bend the flower to shape of your liking


Step Six: Use string to tie the orchid stem to the stick
The whole project cost me $22.50, and its completely unique. One of a kind because I made it myself. Give it a go, it is a very easy and satisfying project. The whole process only took 10 minutes out of my time, very quick and straightforward. I’ve very proud of myself once I’d accomplish that. Now, onto my next project…


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15 Responses
  1. Eng Says:
    September 30, 2010 at 10:51 AM

    That looks pretty good! not bad for your first attempt. But then again why am I suprised? I mean you have a great eye for composition, bloody bitch..what aren't you good at? =P oh..that's right...COOKING! haha


  2. kimmysphere Says:
    September 30, 2010 at 11:27 AM

    Thanks mate!
    Yea I didnt realise it was going to be that easy, now that I've made one, i'm going to try and make heaps more. Bigger and better!

    LOL you are right, I'm not good at cooking! But maybe if i try, I might be alright? I'm just too lazy to try.

    Sounds like a challenge, i'll look into it and maybe turn this into a food blog, to outshine yours! haha

    P.S. Thanks for commenting, for a change! Would be very nicer if you FOLLOWED my blog! haha


  3. ptang Says:
    September 30, 2010 at 11:51 AM

    LOOKS CRAP!!! Just kidding :P

    I'm impressed! My mum use to 'try' do make these..nowhere near as good to be honest..I use to love stabbing the foam when she's not looking.


  4. kimmysphere Says:
    September 30, 2010 at 12:54 PM

    haha!! Thanks P.

    Yea I'm pretty happy with how it turned out. Yea I liked stabbing the oasis as well, and they are quite stiff, I make the firt poke and did it wrong, was quite hard to pull it out and redo it. But at least I know its secure! Strong stuff!



  6. kimmysphere Says:
    October 2, 2010 at 1:22 AM

    Thanks Sandra. Really means alot. I'm quite proud of it myself. Pretty good for a first attempt. Thanks for your comment. :)


  7. Fi Says:
    October 4, 2010 at 5:18 PM

    Wow...i wish i'm as creative as you and good with my hands.
    Looks really pretty


  8. ♥a Muy gear♥ Says:
    October 7, 2010 at 11:55 PM

    Looks awesome babe! Better in real life though ;)

    I told you you're good with your hands! I'm sure Nanna tells you that too! But yea, great job!


  9. kimmysphere Says:
    October 8, 2010 at 9:33 AM

    Thanks Fi, I'm sure you're also good, you just dont try!

    hehe sheez muy, how did you know nan says i'm good with my hands ;P
    Thanks, thinking of making another one, just need to find the right pot/vase!


  10. flower arrangements Says:
    October 9, 2010 at 3:54 PM

    It really looks good! The thing I love orchid arrangements is its simplicity but it still looks elegant.


  11. kimmysphere Says:
    October 9, 2010 at 10:39 PM

    Thank you! I totally agree. Also it wasn't that hard so anyone could try it! :) thanks for your comment


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