Archive for the Category ◊ Flower Design ◊

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• Saturday, March 13th, 2010

The first step in getting a tattoo is choosing a design. For first timers, the most common choice is a flower. Its association with beauty is the reason behind its universal appeal, especially for women.

Nowadays, one can stylized or update a flower tattoo design in various ways. The increasing appreciation of tattoo as a form of art has brought about a wider range of flower designs. The most popular of this is the tribal flower design.

Each kind of flower is chosen for its specific meaning. For example, a cherry blossom signifies spiritual beauty, calla lily means maiden modesty and hibiscus is delicate beauty. To enhance its significance, you can combine it with a tribal design. Tribal patterns have specific meanings as well. For best result, research on it and consult an artist as much as possible.

Tribal design is mostly done in black or red ink. If you choose to have the flower done in vivid colors, the tribal color makes a stunning contrast on the art work. It is not as easy for an artist to do tribal flower tattoos. The intricate tribal pattern should be done correctly. The ink should be applied evenly. And the flower should be shaded properly to stand out. If you want it done in one color, draw the flower in a tribal manner. Where you plan to have it done is also important in choosing the right tribal flower design. Tribal design needs to be properly contoured on the body part where you want it done.

Flower designs are done in delicately beautiful strokes, while tribal designs are mostly angled. Tribal flower tattoos have become fashionable for women. It is commonly done on the lower back, ankle and wrist. The tribal design emphasizes the significance of the flower on the chosen for the art.

The combination makes tribal flower tattoo popular choice among men as well. The tribal detailing creates a masculine impact in an otherwise feminine design. Men would usually choose just one color, though.

The internet offers a variety of options should you decide to go for a tribal flower tattoo. The meaning of each design is also readily available online, making it easier for you to work on your tattoo concept. Be sure to only use it as a reference, though. It is still important to revise the tattoo into a personalized art work. After all, the tattoo is going to be a representation of who you are. Researching this kind of tattoo entails more work.

You have to check on the significance of the flower and the tribal design you want done.

Designs of tribal flower tattoos transcend gender. It can function as a feminine body art. It is universally regarded as a symbol of feminine beauty. At the same time, the tribal pattern brings a masculine impact should a man decide to have this art work done on him. Combining the delicate flower design with the intricate tribal pattern made this tattoo one the most popular designs.

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• Friday, March 12th, 2010

Tattoos are becoming more and more popular in our society and have become an accepted part of Western culture. Flower tattoos are one of the most common types of tattoos in the world. This article will discuss flower tattoo designs and how to find the best ones so that your tattoo will look amazing.

Click Here to Find Flower Tattoo DesignsA flower tattoo is a permanent marking on the skin made by inserting ink into the layers of skin to change the pigment for decorative reasons in the form of a flower. The art of tattooing is centuries old and has been popular among indigenous people in New Zealand, Japan, South America and Africa. Flower tattoos might not be centuries old, but they have become a popular part of European and North American culture.

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Flower tattoos can be done in both full color or black styles. Black designs are more common, but a great tattoo artist can make colorful flower tattoo designs come alive on your skin. When you are looking for your flower design, make sure that the image is very high resolution. This will help the tattoo artist see it in perfect detail and will translate into a beautiful flower tattoo. Also, take your time when browsing through different designs – the tattoo will stay with you for life, so finding the perfect tattoo design is critical.Flower tattoo designs also come in different sizes. Some are meant for small tattoos on the wrist or ankle while others are intended for larger applications on the back or upper arm. Wherever you want your flower tattoo on your body, make sure that your chosen design works in that size. With a little research, you can make sure that your flower tattoo looks awesome for years to come.

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• Thursday, March 11th, 2010

The floral industry uses specific techniques and skills to create extremely appealing fresh cut, hand tied flower arrangements, bunches and flower bouquets using the intricate art of floral design. This involves the use of bowls, baskets, vases, paper and other decorative objects to complete a floral design.There are various styles of design that are popular and each type of style has different characteristics. Flower design originates from many different cultures all over the world. Floral design techniques are usually taught in a school, special college or academy for students to receive the best quality training. The skill is reasonably in demand and there is a shortage of trained professionals in the field, especially with the rising need for professionally arranged flower bouquets.A flower designer will require training in specific skills and techniques. Use of the correct combination of flowers (aesthetically and practically), cutting, treating and selling flowers are all skills a flower designer should have.Bouquet or BunchesBlooms gathered in a hand tied flower arrangement using a creative style are called bouquets. Large varieties of bouquets make attractive arrangements and are used at weddings, given as gifts on special occasions and are a favourite romantic gesture.This type of arrangement is extremely popular and widely available in many different flower combinations, according to flowers that are in season . Bouquets are available from shops, petrol stations, florists and online retailers as they are so enduringly popular. Small flower bouquets have more specific names and traditions associated with their use.BoutonnièreThis small, flower arrangement is an accessory for a man’s jacket lapel. The flower used is generally a carnation or a red rose and the arrangement is a very simple decoration using one flower. These are used at formal events such as weddings where the groom, his groomsmen and best man will wear them. The word “boutonnière” is French for “button hole” and is a reference to the traditional positioning of the flower on a man’s lapel, through the buttonhole. Today, the boutonnière is attached with a pin, as many jackets do not have the traditional straight buttonhole on their lapels, yet this can be considered a faux pas to some due to traditional associations.CorsagesA corsage is a single flower or a small flower arrangement, larger than a boutonnière. The arrangement is extremely popular in America for formal dances and special occasions and was previously favoured as a fashion accessory. The corsage can be pinned to an outfit but generally the corsage is tied around the wearer’s wrist to avoid damage to their outfit.Posey, nosegay and tussie-mussieA Posey is a small collection of flowers. Also known as a nosegay or tussie-mussie, these small bouquets are generally presented as gifts and were very popular in history.The name ‘nosegay’ stems from the use of a small flower bouquet to eliminate foul odours such as bad breath and bad hygiene, from as early as the Medieval Period. Worn attached to the bodice or tied around a person’s head, they were a widespread solution for disguising bad smells and keeping the nose ‘happy’ (gay).Tussie-mussies were popular during Queen Victoria’s reign in England. The small flower bouquets were favoured as a fashion accessory and were often comprised of flowers with symbolic meanings. Tussie-Mussies were used to convey messages and meanings to those they were presented to as a gift.WreathsA wreath is an arrangement of flowers in the shape of a ring. These are purely for decoration or to be worn as a head dress or festive crown during a celebration. Wreaths are extremely symbolic according to the flowers used in the arrangement. For example, evergreens symbolised strength, whilst wreaths of red poppies laid at memorials on Remembrance Day represent the poppies which grew on the battlefields and trenches after the war and the blood spilled during battle. The Romans used wreaths as a female headdress and winning Olympians were crowned with a special wreath.In South Africa wreaths are often used for sympathy arrangements at funerals.Different styles of arrangement: Ikebana Ikebana is Japanese for “the art of giving life to flowers” and uses oriental styles to create minimalistic, pure and uncluttered arrangements aimed at exploring nature and man’s relationship. The arranging of flowers in this method is a highly skilled and very disciplined art.The arrangements often focus on the areas of the plant alternative to the customary Western-World tradition. The stems and leaves are extremely important in this style of flower arranging. The colours used are simple and the style of arrangement emphasises the clean-cut shape. Ikebana uses only organic plants which are arranged in a scalene triangle shape to represent elements such as humanity, heaven and earth or the earth, moon and sun.English GardenThis English variation of floral design is structured in a radial arrangement in a tall vase or shorter bowl. The style uses flowers which are in season, especially garden blooms.High StyleThe High Style variation of flower arrangements uses tropical or exotic flowers predominantly such as the Bird of Paradise flower and is not limited to any symmetrical formations. Contemporary and up-to-date designs are generally classified as High Style and the unique floral arrangements are emphasised by the linear structure of the arrangements.Hand tied flower arrangements and flower bouquets made from fresh cut flowers in the Ikebana, English Garden and High Style fashion are responsible for providing aesthetic and emotive décor for many situations and settings. Gifts made of beautiful hand tied flower arrangements are highly regarded in all societies, making the art of flower design a welcome necessity.

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• Sunday, March 07th, 2010

Akin to dream wedding planning, is the plan for wedding flowers and bouquets. Wedding flowers elevate the grace and splendor of a wedding ceremony with their fragrance and magnificent beauty.

Upscale Wedding Bouquet Designers make the dreams of destination wedding couples come true with their artistic inputs in making floral designs for weddings with utmost creativity and uniqueness. These designers exhibit a large array of exclusive floral arrangement designs for the couples to choose from and also enabling customization out of the same. Destination weddings are based on uniqueness where the couple’s dream day is celebrated in exotic locations with classy adornments where upscale bouquets are found in plenty. While talking about destination weddings, one will automatically have in mind the grand Mexico destination weddings locations where lavish weddings take place in the expanse of Mexican shores!

Such magnificent destination weddings are complemented by floral arrangement by none other than the High End Wedding Flower Designers. Such wedding bouquets are composed of fresh flowers as well as those made of silk. Be it a floral girl basket, center piece or any other floral design, the wedding flower designer makes the right arrangement to suit the purpose and add value to the event as well. Wedding being a lifetime event, the floral designers combine in perfect proportion all the ingredients for the required bouquet that is, bright colors, sweet aroma and attractive textures. With tender care, the designers make premier bouquets for weddings with silk so as to replenish the absence of certain season flowers.

Personalization of wedding bouquets renders uniqueness to every flower arrangement. Catering to the specific needs of the wedding bride and groom, bouquets are made with flowers that reflect the characteristic traits of the bride. Right arrangement and right placement of the bouquets add to the beauty of the occasion. Although the silk bouquets that last lifelong and can compensate for all the varieties of seasonal flowers unavailable, the chastity and beauty of natural flowers can never be overlooked.

Wedding bouquets designed out of fresh flowers are not just vibrant but bright and beautiful too! Pinecones, fruit, feathers, shells, berries, leaves, ribbons and other floral accessories are added with fresh flowers to complete the embellishment of the bouquets. Based on the season of weddings, floral arrangements are made so as to fulfill the dreams of the couples of beautifying their most special day the most attractive way. Color combination and flower arrangement patterns are the areas where an upscale designer surpasses any other individual designing wedding bouquets. Upscale destination weddings are incomplete without equally upscale flower arrangements that range from adorning the aisle, arches, entrance, centerpieces to cakes, bridal bouquets to the arrangements found in every other nook and corner.

Wedding flowers are incumbent of a memorable wedding day. The design principles of weddings bouquet are sophistication and elegance. Nowadays, the concept of wedding bouquets too has become dynamic where the couples no longer stick to conventional styles and ideas. Many daring designs are in vogue to render a shade of variety to the ever-changing changing style and patterns of wedding ceremonies.

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• Saturday, March 06th, 2010
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• Friday, March 05th, 2010

Many people feel flowers are not something within their reach because they see them as an expensive extravagance. While there are many flowers that may outside of your budget because they are more rare or out of season, if you choose flowers that are readily available and fairly common, you will find them an affordable luxury and one that will brighten your day and your home. To keep costs to a minimum, you will want to talk to a florist about what flowers meet your needs without breaking the bank. They will know plenty about seasonal and more affordable flowers and arrangements and how best to care for them.

Locally-grown flowers currently in season will generally prove to be the most cost effective for you. If you have your eye on some rare flower only available for a few weeks each year from the Mediterranean, you will pay considerably more than those farm-fresh roses or daisies. With that in mind, there are several flowers that are always in season and a fabulous bet for the floral bargain hunter. These include roses, daisies and carnations. While these may seem a bit “mainstream” for your tastes, you may be surprised when you start investigating the design and color possibilities that will turn these flowers from common to chic. For instance, a tightly-packed, single-color carnation centerpiece makes a striking and elegant statement for your cocktail or dinner party. Or, choose some boldly-colored roses and cut the stems short to place in a bud vase to add style and grace to your tables.

Gerbera daisies are a wonderful choice for adding whimsy and fun to a shower or birthday party. These sweet, festive stems come in every color imaginable from primary to pastel and cost very little compared with many other flowers. They are also almost always in season and a favorite with many local growers. Talk about a great look for a great price! And, if you can only afford a few of the flowers you love, why not choose to fill things in a bit with lush greens, baby’s breath or carnations in the same color? You’ll achieve the look you want at a fraction of the cost.

Flowers can have a transformational affect on almost any room or event. They create cohesion and visual interest and should not be abandoned because of cost. There is something for every budget and there are more flower choices than ever before so don’t stifle your creativity!

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• Thursday, March 04th, 2010

The bride and female bridal party’s hair should never be forgotten when planning a wedding. In this article I will present you with some beautiful wedding flower deigns for the hair.

While the bride’s hair may be hidden during the ceremony it is exposed for everyone to see at the reception. Most brides remove their veils within 30 minutes of arriving at the reception hall. The removal of the veil is like a sign that reads, “Let the Party Begin!” Of course the maid of honor and bridesmaid hair is not hidden during any part of a wedding. The following wedding flower design ideas for the hair will hopefully help you decide on a terrific flowery hair-do.

Realizing that the 60’s have come and gone I will try to keep these ideas tasteful and simple. Unless of course you want a flower child wedding theme then all the power to you! Peace be with you as you and your gal pals make those groovy flowers!

Traditionally the bride’s flowers will be white or ivory. The maid of honor and bridesmaid will have flowers that are the same color as their dresses or a shade lighter or darker.

· Flower Tierra Veil – Not only is this a fairytale type veil, the Tierra can be decorated with flowers and wore through out the entire wedding. The veil portion just needs to be removed. I have always loved the Tierra look! Decorated with dainty flowers and small shinny beads the bride will feel like a fairy princess and look like one too.

· Handmade Single Flowers – You can choose any flower you would like for your hair and your bridal parties hair. The easiest flowers to make with crepe paper or mulberry paper are the following; the Lilly, peony and the gardenia. Aside from being easy to make these flowers also attach well to barrettes, hair clips and headbands. The best part of making these flowers yourself is you can make the bottom portion (the part that will attach to the clip, headband or barrette flat and smooth.) You can make them large enough to cover an entire bun style hair-do or small enough to have 12 of them on one headband. You also have the ability to make a flower that will fit on a bobby pin for a little flower girl who still has very thin hair.

· Floral Wreath Headpiece – This headpiece reminds me of the lei they place around your neck when you step off the airplane in Hawaii. I suppose because that is basically what it is. Orchids are very popular with these headpieces. However, you can choose any flower you would like to make it. You can purchase the floral head wreath at a floral shop or make your own using a semi thick smooth rope. You will most likely need a few bobby pins to hold it in place regardless of which one you choose to wear. For the bride this wreath often replaces the traditional veil all together. The best part of this flower hair design is you can make any flower or combination of flowers and colors to assemble it.

· The Wrap Around Piece – This hairpiece is designed with brides and females with short hair in mind. It is a simple piece of colored or white cloth wrap that you can decorate with flowers, beads, and even a few leaves if you would like. To attach your crepe paper or mulberry paper flowers you will need fabric glue or to be on the safe side the flowers should be sewn on. This headpiece does require a little more work but it is well worth it.

Flowers make a gorgeous statement! All of these wedding flower deigns for the hair will be screaming look at me “I’m Beautiful!” All the while you will be proud knowing that you created the flowery masterpiece in your hair that everyone is complimenting you on!