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Corsage Construction

Corsage Construction. Step-By-Step Directions. STEP 1: Select Materials. 1 Carnation 1 Stem of Leatherleaf 1 Sprig of Baby’s Breath 1 Yard of #3 Ribbon 1 (26 guage) Wire Floral tape 1 Corsage Pin. 1 Carnation. Choose flowers that are in good condition.

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Corsage Construction

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  1. Corsage Construction Step-By-Step Directions

  2. STEP 1: Select Materials • 1 Carnation • 1 Stem of Leatherleaf • 1 Sprig of Baby’s Breath • 1 Yard of #3 Ribbon • 1 (26 guage) Wire • Floral tape • 1 Corsage Pin

  3. 1 Carnation • Choose flowers that are in good condition. • Choose a flower color that is suitable for the occasion. • Choose a flower that is a good size for the wearer.

  4. 1 Stem Leatherleaf Fern • Choose a straight stemmed piece from the tip of the fern or use a side branch. • Choose leatherleaf that is in good condition.

  5. 1 Sprig Baby’s Breath • Choose flowers that are in good shape.

  6. 1 Yard of #3 Ribbon • Choose a color that compliments the flower.

  7. Wire • Use #26 wire for bows • Use #22 wire for flowers

  8. Corsage Pins • Use Pearl tipped pins.

  9. Step 2: Wire and Tape Carnation • Remove flower stem • Wire using the piercing method • Tape to cover all of the wire

  10. Step 3: Select and Tape Baby’s Breath and Foliage • Use 3-4” piece of foliage • Remove leaves from bottom 1” • Place foliage behind carnation. • Use small sprigs of baby’s breath above and below carnation • Position and tape both to carnation

  11. Step 4: Make a Bow • Use 1 yard of ribbon • Use # 26 gauge wire • Tape the wire • Make with at least 4 loops as directed in a previous lesson

  12. Step 5: Add Bow to Corsage • Separate wires holding bow • Wrap wires around corsage stem • Clip wires to 1” and lay flat against stem. • Tape the stem to cover the wires

  13. Step 6: Add Finishing Touches • Hook, Curl, or Curve the end of the stem • Add the Corsage Pin • Place in Cooler

  14. Step 7: Clean the Work Area • Put away all materials • Sweep and Clean up area.

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