Succulent and rose flower crowns for children
In celebration of October rose month as well as Garden Day on 11 October, we bring you these flower crown ideas using succulents and roses.
You will need: An Alice-band and/or pliable craft wire; a few succulents, roses, and some viney plant strands (ivy may work nicely); green insulation tape, twine or ribbon; Superglue; scissors and some pliers; bits and bobs of pretty arts and crafts goodies like shells and beads.
Getting started
The first thing to decide on is whether to decorate an existing Alice-band or create a crown from scratch. Secondly, have a look in the garden at what kind of succulents, roses, and other vine-type plants are available or head off to your local nursery. Gather your arts and crafts goodies and prep your area.
Preparing your headband
If using an existing Alice-band, choose one that is a little wider to give more of a surface on which to stick and wrap goodies. Alternately, if creating a headband from craft wire, use at least two strands of wire together for more stability.
Breathing life into your creation
Step 1: Single out the centrepiece succulents and roses. Make smaller bouquets with additional greenery for added texture, variety, height, and a personal creative touch
Step 2: Shape the handmade wire crown to size, leaving a little extra room for the decorations. Connect the circle crown with a little insulation tape. You may also wish to completely cover your crown with ribbon or twine before moving on.
Step 3: Wrap vinery around the crown/Alice-band. Use some twine or super glue to secure the greenery. Tip: Use a whip-like stem from a willow tree, or similar sort, to make a bow. Intertwining the stem will hold your flowers in place nicely.
Step 4: Place focal point roses and succulents around the crown/Alice-band. You may want them all in front or perhaps spread around the crown. Secure them by weaving the stems through the wire, or by using a mixture of Superglue and twine for Alice-band crowns.
Step 5: Arrange the mini-flower bouquets and any additional decorations such as shells and beads to all remaining open spaces.
Once again, secure the flowers and décor goodies with a little Superglue, craft wire, ribbon, or twine. Use some tongs here if you ’ re working with wire.
Step 6: Make sure your crown has fully dried and set. Place on top of your head.
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