Poppies
I came across an article written by Tony Tracy. In this article, Tony discusses what you can do with poppy pods. I found this piece to be very informative and I learned a few new things about poppies that I thought were very interesting.
I think that this article is definitely worth the read. I've posted it below:
Learn fresh new ideas
for poppy uses and current applications for dried poppy pods. Acquire crafting
and floral concepts for dried poppy flowers.
Whether you have
purchased your dried poppy pods online or harvested them from your own personal
garden it is best to air dry them shortly after you receive them. A popular
method of doing this is to wrap the stems together into a small bundle and then
hanging the bundles upside down either from a wall or clothing line. An
important thing to be aware of is that the poppies will release hundreds of
seeds during the drying process so it is recommended that you place a bucket
directly underneath to capture any seeds that may fall. Although it is the
least popular method, poppy pods can also be dried upright in containers. Some
professional florists like the physical attractiveness of curved and contorted
stems to augment their creative dried arrangements. The dried poppy pods can be
used in an endless array of methods to add texture and create unique designs in
dried floral arrangements. Poppy seed pods are quite often affiliated with
autumn floral arrangements but they are also perfect for almost any type of
seasonal decoration.
With the huge variety
of possible arrangement ideas poppy uses can meet almost every type and form of
occasion. For example, wreaths are actually quite popular in all seasons and
not just a select few. Such a wreath would be the aromatic herb wreath which
complements the neutral colors of a dried poppy pod and aids in enhancing the
more vibrant colors of dried flowers like the red pepper berry, marjoram and
marigold. The dried poppy pods unique form also enhances the overall aesthetics
appeal of the arrangement. Tinier more delicate wreaths that utilize the
neutral shades of poppy pods to compliment the lighter purple shades and
delicate texture of lavender, can produce a delightful accent in almost any
environment. Furthermore, the neutral color of the dried poppy pod is a
fantastic compliment to the ever popular Christmas wreath by emphasizing the
stronger colors of winter berries and various green color herbs.
Dried floral bouquet
arrangements are also another popular idea. Bigger more spherical flowers can
be used like peonies and hydrangea stems may be cut short so that they can be
placed facing upwards and diagonally towards the sides. Adding some white
branches from oriental paper bushes can add a very elegant form in the overall
arrangement. A knot at the bottom will greatly help in positioning the flowers
over the branches of the oriental paper bush. The contorted poppy stems will
circle around the flowers to distract from their bulky forms.
Currently,
professional florists have been developing dried floral arrangements in brand new
directions. No longer are they creating dried flower arrangements to stand
alone on a desk or shelf but are working to compliment stylish new interior
designs in trendy condominiums and apartments. Dried poppy pods are a
fashionable choice to line the front edge of a line decoration that utilizes 3
main flowers species worked in vertical lines at varying heights. The container
of choice is quite often a simple square box covered with ivy leaves.
For more specific
holidays, such as Halloween, the use of large ovoid poppies as accent pieces is
common place. The pods are spray painted in orange and black colors. Stencils
are used to create silhouettes of witches or pumpkins or even words. The
complete pieces are then placed throughout bundles of hay or on patios and
decks.
Another creative use
for the most popular holiday of all, Christmas, is to decorate your very own
Christmas tree. Begin by putting a Styrofoam cone into a box that allows the
cone to fit tightly inside. The outer edge of the cone should meet the inner
edge of the container. A good thing to use here is a pedestal base. Work some
strong wire edged ribbon directly up the cone and then intertwines back down
the length of the cone. Push the stem of the 1 large pod at the top and put
other smaller to medium sized poppy pods around the cone. Finally, fill in the
remainder of the cone with dried lavender in sections.
Another great use,
which is completely different and works with any seasonal project, is to first
find a pot. After that you will need to choose some similar sized poppy pods.
Put some green florist sponge into the bottom of the pot. Take the poppies and
cut off the stems approximately 1 inch from the top of the head and stick them
into the sponge in equal rows. As an accent to your arrangement it is suggested
that you place some moss around the base of the poppy heads. This type of dried
floral arrangement is especially alluring if you include dried flowers of the
current season you are working in.
Dried poppy pods also
work extremely well in potpourri bowls. To create this you will need a handful
of dried poppy pods, dried apple cuts, wood shavings, dried berries and
pomegranates or any other fragrant varieties of dried floral and fruits. Place
them together with a scent of your choice, which you can easily buy from your
local crafting store, to sweeten up the aroma. You can place the poppy
potpourri in a traditional bowl or you can be really creative and pour all the
potpourri into one colossal dried poppy. To attempt this ultimate creation you
will need to cut off about one third of the top of the poppy head and then
empty out the seeds. Now you have the perfect poppy potpourri bowl for any room
of your home or office.
These are only a
fraction of the ideas of poppy uses along with other dried poppy pods and
flowers which can be utilized to enliven any seasonal occasion or to augment
the design of any room decoration. Discover your own creative juices and design
the perfect dried floral arrangement with dried poppy flowers.
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