Stewed pears
The stewing pears that were blown out of the tree after a big storm were given new life. The colors in the pears are beautiful and together with the pretty floral tones make a lovely whole. The base is a wooden MDF board with small water tubes drilled into it. The board was pimped up with metallic spray paint from Smithers Oasis. Satin cord was glued around the edge of the disk for an added accent. This object can be reused many times. The flowers used are Cambria orchids, lisianthus, chrysanthemums, dill, Scabiosa and Phalaenopsis.
Autumn wreath in the mix
A lot of dried skeletal Physalis seed pods have been glued onto an organic wreath from Smithers Oasis. All kinds of dried flowers are incorporated on this base which makes this wreath largely long lasting. For example, there are many small buds as well as Helichrysum, Gomphrena and Zinnia. Also incorporated are some beautifully indented fresh materials. To break up the whole and create a contrast between the natural materials, beautiful (completely biodegradable) satin cord is incorporated.
Warm orange
A corn sheaf tied bouquet, supported by a ring, in beautiful warm orange tones with flowers in autumn colors and berries. The frame consists of a ring wound with rope and gold wire, to this are attached four sticks. Materials used: Rosa 'Kahla', Dahlia, artichoke, Viburnum, Crocosmia, Campsis, Setaria and Echinacea.
Viva violet
An Oasis Ideal bulb was placed on a bamboo stick for reinforcement and placed in a black vase. On this are staked all the materials; Hydrangea, Asteraceae, Nicandra physalodes, Viburnum, Vitis, Nigella, Setaria italica, blackberry and Wisteria (2nd bloom in autumn).
Mysterious autumn
The bamboo stick is set on an iron pin and the two wreaths, Oasis Naylorbase ring (Ø 25cm), are attached to each other with waterproof tape. This creates depth. The sides are pasted with leaves of Populus alba. On both wreaths a thin layer of Tillandsia has been placed after which the whole is filled with poppy bulbs. The crocheted spider web is made of metallic sewing thread and attached to the back with waterproof tape. A very small subtle tendril was added as a finishing touch.
Long shelf life
Inspired by early autumn mornings. An Oasis Eychenne All Black cushion (Ø 50cm) was used as a base, the edge of which was covered with plastic tape then oats (Avena sativa) were sandwiched behind string and tied. Then the thin birch stems were placed and all materials including Papaver somniferum, Scabiosa stellata, rapeseed, teasel, wheat and ground elder were inserted into the oasis. Miscanthus sticks out above the birch trunks. Ornamental fruits, sunflower hearts and loose leaves were placed on top as a finishing touch. All materials dry in nicely.