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The Perfect Party Backdrop

April 19, 2016

If you follow me on Instagram, you know I’m obsessed with flowers. Our home is always brimming with them, and I believe that fresh cut floral brings life to a space! It can be an expensive habit, but can you really put a price on happiness (ok, don’t answer that!).

On Glitter Guide, I shared by DIY that is perfect for spring. This blooming floral piece is so simple to do, and makes a really pretty backdrop for a shower, birthday, or get together! It really is the perfect party backdrop.

Here’s how I did it:

Buy loose flower stems from your florist, and trim them, leaving ample stem and leaves as those will be used to fasten to the twine. I’ve used peonies, ranunculus, quince in shade of pink

Floral 4

Using washi tape (it’s cute, and will peel off easily), tape twine to the wall with plenty of slack in the middle – you’ll need to slack to twist around the stems

Starting on one side, place the florals against the twine, and simply twist the twine around the stem in between the leaves. This will secure them well, but work cautiously as you move to the next. Stand back and check out your work – do you want more bounty, or prefer a simpler result? Have fun with it!

Floral 3

Keep in mind, the flowers have no water source, so they will wilt, therefore, don’t put this up too far in advance!

Floral 1

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