Silk Orchids

Orchids are one of the most dominant species of flowers. Because the natural orchid flowers have so many distinct variations, their silk counterparts are also as numerous. One trait all orchids share is a leaf pattern that is semi-symmetrical. The actual flower is also semi-symmetrical, and most have more than one color, combined in beautiful, sharply contrasting designs. One caution when using orchids in your flower arrangements: make them the leading flower in your layout. One beautiful way to design these flowers is to let them hang over the edges of a beautiful vase. Another is to place them as the centerpiece of an arrangement, with various greenery encircling them. Most orchids are very vivid-looking, but you can find orchids in pretty much any color you can think of. Another plus to this family of flowers is that they can be used in decorations for any time of year.

Keeping your Dcor (Relatively) Simple

Though there are lots of ways to decorate a home, the �cluttered� look doesn’t quite work anywhere. Dysfunctional home dcor gets in the way of day-to-day life. Some overzealous decorators have so many large decorative items that one cannot even walk around efficiently. You may have had the experience of walking into someone’s garage and seeing that it is so full of decorative materials that there is not enough room for anything else (like an automobile). To avoid these problems, keep in mind how you use a certain room as you decorate it. For example, the kitchen is a highly trafficked area, and counter space is usually more valuable for cooking than for decorating. On the other hand, bedrooms should be relaxing, sanctuary-type places where beautiful and calming decorative pieces will work perfectly. A good rule of thumb is if you need to move a decorative piece out of the way more than twice a week, it probably should be thrown out or exchanged for a more functional item.

Decorating with Artificial Roses

An increasing tendency in wedding decorations is to use artificial or silk flowers. At these events, roses are used more often than any other kind of flower. The use of roses to decorate homes is also greatly on the rise. The prime reason for this movement is the resemblance to the actual flower and the durability of the silk. Silk roses will last anywhere from a couple years to decades, depending on the care that is given them. There are many ways to decorate your house with roses�"they can be added to a garland draped over a mantelpiece, or they can adorn a vase on a side table. When roses are placed in a flower arrangement, be sure to angle them so that they can be seen from any point in the room. Adding a scent to your roses also gives your home a nice touch.

Using Liquid Illusion With Your Silk Flowers

Liquid illusion arrangements are one of the fastest-growing trends in floral design. Liquid illusion refers to the technique of making flower arrangements appear to be in water. One can immediately recognize the benefit of having such an arrangement with silk flowers. Silk flowers are all about creating the illusion of reality. Because of this, creating the likeness of being watered really adds to the value of the silk flower arrangement. If you want to add a liquid illusion to your own silk arrangements, there are many ways to go about it. You can use clear gelatin to make the flowers appear suspended in water. For a more professional look, ask a craft store worker what products they have available. Often, the crafters in the floral section will be very familiar with this process and can give you their recommendations on the best products and techniques to use.