Corsage Construction

Corsage Construction Step-By-Step Directions Original Power Point Created by Karen Nolcox Modified by Georgia Agricultural Education Curriculum Office September 2005

STEP 1: Select Materials • 1 Carnation • 1 Stem of Leather Leaf Fern • 1 Sprig of Baby’s Breath • 1 Yard of #3 Ribbon • 1 (26 gauge) Wire • Floral tape • 1 Corsage Pin

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.

1 Stem Leather Leaf Fern • Choose a straight stemmed piece from the tip of the fern or use a side branch. • Choose leather leaf fern that is in good condition.

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

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

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

Corsage Pins • Use Pearl tipped pins.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Corsage Construction