How Do You Make A Hanging Flower Pomander?
The vase is definitely here to stay, but when it comes to displaying flowers, why not take them off the table? Floral pomanders (sometimes also called kissing balls) made of daisies, carnations, roses, dahlias or other sturdy flowers are a gorgeous-and relatively simple way-to take your flowers to new heights. Step 1 Purchase floral foam balls in the size of your choice (available at any floral supply store or online), flowers (sturdy flowers so they don’t get crushed) and wire. Step 2 To prepare the ball for hanging, wrap the chicken wire around the diameter of the ball, then crisscross it to divide the ball into quarters. Twist the ends of the wire into a small loop (you’ll slip the ribbon through this loop later to hang the ball). If you would prefer to use the balls as centerpieces or a non-hanging display, skip this step. Step 3 Soak the foam in water. Step 4 Trim the stems of the flowers at an angle, leaving an inch or so beneath the head. Step 5 Insert flowers. If the stems of y
