This carnation garland is so sweet strung on the back of chairs. It would be perfect for a garden bridal tea or to signify the bride’s and groom’s chairs at the wedding.
You could also make longer chains and hang them down the wall as a photo backdrop.
What you need:
- Carnations
- Secateurs
- Embroidery thread (I used good quality cotton thread that I doubled over but highly recommend using embroidery thread instead as it is much sturdier and more secure.)
- Large embroidery needle
Step 1. Cut the carnations off at the stem so they are quite short.
Step 2. Thread your needle and tie a knot at the end of the thread. Thread the needle through a carnation, starting at the stem. Carefully pull it through the petals.
Step 3. Repeat until you have the length you require. I used 6 carnations for this garland.
Step 4. Tie onto the back of your chair. If making these a little in advance, I recommend using the freshest flowers you can get and storing the garlands between sheets of damp paper towel in the fridge until required.
Images and tutorial by emerald + ella
Ms Chinoiserie Says: What a beautiful idea; floral garlands would look lovely too swaying in the breeze from tree branches or attached to an outdoor arch.
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