Dried Flower Wreaths - How To Make A Seaside Anniversary Wreath
“An anniversary is a time to celebrate the joys of today, the memories of yesterday, and the hopes of tomorrow.”
~Author Unknown
Anniversary is a special occasion to celebrate the sacred union of two human beings who bear the joys and sorrows of life together. It symbolizes the eternal truth that the tyranny of time cannot scathe love. If we glance at the history of wedding anniversaries, we will find that our ancestors developed the idea of anniversaries to break the monotony of day-to – day life. But with the passage of time, this concept has blossomed into a full-fledged tradition of rekindling the feeling of love and unity. Every anniversary serves to strengthen the marriage vows of sincere devotion and love.
Take some time out from your busy schedule and make this wreath for the one with whom you have climbed the hills and valleys of life.
Materials you will need:
- Twig wreath base
- Seaside grasses
- Fresh poppies
- Light green paper hydrangeas
- Seashells
- Paint
- Brush
- Construction paper
- Florist wire
- Wire cutters
- Hot glue
- Scissors
Instructions:
1.clean the grasses of sand, mud or any dirt. Trim them into roughly the same size. Make several bunches by tying with florist wire and re-tying with bear grass.
- Place a bunch on the wreath base and secure it with florist wire. Arrange the other bunch in similar manner.
- Paint the seashells in shades of light blue and orange.
- Using hot glue attach the painted seashells to the bunches of grasses.
- Tie the poppies in small bunch and attach them to the wreath. You may separate each poppy stalk and insert them in the grass bunches.
- Make a colorful paper boat and attach it to the cradle of the wreath.
Hang this lovely seaside wreath on your front door to revive the sweet memories of your first honeymoon
