Displaying a hanging plant adds another dimension to your house. It is nice to have a good variety of plants in your home�"different sizes and different placements make the whole area seem fresh and outdoorsy. Corners make some of the best places for hanging plants�"there is hardly a better way to add color and a clean feeling to those areas of your rooms. Hanging plants placed in corners also stay out of the way. Using the right equipment as you hang your plants prevents you from having problems in the future. You will want to find a strong hook that can be adhered in some way to a ceiling beam if you are planning to hang a heavier, denser plant. There is much less to worry about if you decide to hang smaller plants with light containers. As you decide on which hanging plants to use, think about colors of the flowers, shapes of the leaves, the designs of the containers, and how the plant will grow. Whether real or artificial, a hanging plant is yet another tool to use in your home dcor.
Using a Tropical Theme
Many home decorators, when starting new projects, first decide upon a theme. These themes usually have to do with seasons or climates. If you are planning to create a tropical climate theme, we have some suggestions for you. Greenery is a must You will want to choose selections that have more substantial leaves with vivid colors. Of course, palm trees do very well in creating the tropical look. Another essential is brightly colored flowers. Some restraint is necessary to create a tropical look: you want it to be lush and colorful, but not overpowering. You will want to offset your more intense colors with more soothing background pieces�"remember, tropical should not only be invigorating, it should have a feeling of relaxation as well. And remember, nature is always your best guide with this theme.
Flower Arrangements and Special Events
As you create flower arrangements, it is important that you try to match the look of the area in which your creation will be placed. Flower arrangements should be designed based on their purpose. Tulips, daisies, and other �soft� flowers are thoughtful choices for a funeral arrangement. If the arrangement is meant to be for something fun, like a gift to a neighbor, include some informal and creative elements such as silk grass. Of course, roses are the flower of love, and are great choices in arrangements intended for someone special. In the end, it is all about understanding your audience. When it comes to flowers, colors, and styles, think about what they would want. Remember that practice makes perfect, so keep on trying. When you use silk flowers, you do not have to worry about breaking stems or losing petals as you arrange and rearrange.
Designing a Silk Wedding Bouquet
Regardless of who you are in relation to the bride, you may be overwhelmed by the task of assembling her wedding bouquet. However, using silk flowers can make your job much easier. You may be surprised at how lifelike silk flowers look, especially in a bridal bouquet. The most traditional bouquets are made from roses. This is actually a wonderful benefit, because the silk rose is probably one of the most perfectly replicated silk flowers that exist. Great bouquet ideas don't have to be elaborate�"many exquisite bouquets are simply multicolored roses formed into a ball shape, tied with string, and enhanced with simple leaves. If you are looking for something less traditional, you can change the species of flowers, use a few topiary elements, or change the overall design of the bouquet. The bride, of course, should be presented with a bouquet that she will adore. You can show the bride her bouquet many days or weeks before the wedding day since you are not using real flowers; this gives you the opportunity to change anything if necessary and to have one less thing to worry about as the big day approaches.
