Spring Transitions :: Growth

…G R O W…

“Like wildflowers, you must allow yourself to grow in all the places people thought you never would…” – unknown

The first signs of early spring are the signs of growth within the flowering branches. Twisting and intertwining, twigs become branches with buds that quickly blossom and bloom, easily missed if one doesn’t slow down enough to match nature’s rhythm.

It is the most exciting time of the year for flowering branches. So we must celebrate the versatility of the beloved Forsythia for spring floral designs, who steal the show every early spring and resemble the sparkles of a clear warm night’s sky.

“She wore the scent of early Spring on her delicate neck and every kiss I stole tasted of bight yellow flowers and buzzing bees.” – Michael Faudet

In this styling, we were inspired by the beauty of Spring’s flowering branches, particularly one most of us see very first; the beautiful forsythia. These flowering branches are one of my favorites, I find it hard to believe one doesn’t smile at the sight of these, especially after a long cold winter, or especially on a gloomy day. The vibrant yellow beams from each delicate tiny bloom as each branch continues to grow and dance within each other.

In an organic shaped bowl or vessel, attach flower frogs onto the bottom, securing well.

Gently add in your forsythia branches, securing well into the flower frogs, and creating the shape and design you desire for your arrangement. Remember to keep a small flat surface clear with space to add in the taper candles.

Place the bottom of the tapers into the wax, adding a generous amount and then nestle into the clear flat area within the centerpiece. Be gentle with this step as to not disrupt your branches. A small glass taper holder would work well here too.

Add in water slowly. And then everyday or so as needed, to keep branches fresh longer.

Florals Used…

Forsythia

Taper Candles + Candle Adhesive, something like “Stick-Um”

Forsythia is a cherished signal of spring, and almost always associated with the start of spring, especially with its distinct the yellow color. These are the first blooms we see grow, that then make way and welcome the many shades of yellows, like the pale hues of darling daffodils. As each yellow petal shines brighter with each ray of sun, we are reminded of hotter days that await us, and so best to savor these beautiful blooms and branches of mother nature now growing and expanding…