DIY Large Artificial Flower Arrangements

Choose a container or vase to use for your arrangement. Consider the color, design and fit. Ensure that it isn’t too fancy or plain for a specific event and it isn’t too small or oversized. The container must also be heavy enough to handle the large flowers and not tip over.

Prepare the container by cleaning it with soap, water and a cloth. Remove all dust and debris, ensuring the inside and outside are thoroughly washed. Dry the container with a soft cloth. For a clear or shiny-coated container, spray the outside with glass cleaner and wipe dry to add an extra shine and remove any fingerprints.

Cut the Styrofoam down to size, if necessary. Do not use Styrofoam if you have a clear container. Shave and cut the sides of the Styrofoam with a serrated knife. Place the Styrofoam inside the container. Use more than one block if the container is very tall or the Styrofoam is thin.

Make a bunch of three or four of the main flowers. The main flowers will be the largest, most brightly colored flowers in the arrangement. Stick the bunch into the middle of the container, without sticking them into the Styrofoam. Estimate the length of the flowers and determine if they need to be cut shorter. Use wire cutters to trim the ends. Stick the bunch into the Styrofoam and push into place.

Trim and insert several other main flowers in a circle around the middle bunch. These flowers should be slightly shorter than the main flower bunch. Space them out evenly, leaving a little room between the middle bunch and each main flower. Make the front, back and each side look equally full and colorful.

Estimate the length of the secondary flowers by placing them into the container and cut the stem with the wire cutters if needed. Secondary flowers bring eye-catching color to the arrangement, but should be complementary to the main flower. They should be shorter, smaller and less noticeable. Insert the secondary flowers around the main flowers. For every flower you add, there should be another flower in the exact position on the opposite side of the arrangement.

Stick a few filler flowers in the arrangement to determine how long they should be. Depending on the type of flower, they may need to be longer than the main flower. For example, if you are using a twig-type flower, it should stick up a little higher to look natural. Use several different filler flowers for a fuller look. Cut the ends, if necessary, and add them evenly throughout the arrangement.

Make any adjustments needed within the arrangement. Ensure that all the colors are spaced out evenly and that the flowers are the right length and type. Move some of the bottom flowers or fillers around to fully cover or uncover the top of the container.

Add embellishments, if desired. Tie a ribbon around the top of the container or stick some glitter sticks into the arrangement. Pour gems into the bottom of a clear vase or add a little glitter to the top of the flowers.