How-toScoop: Using Silk Flowers At Weddings And Then Some

Many requests for silk flower arrangements come for weddings. Corsages for the girls, boutonnieres for the boys, green shrubbery in the backgrounds, garlands for archways and pillars, and many more arrangements can be available for weddings. A silk bouquet for the bride is one great option to consider. There is little risk of losing flowers or petals in the bouquet, so the arrangement looks fresh and beautiful for pictures throughout the wedding day. Another benefit to the silk bouquet is that the bride can keep it as a symbol of her wedding day. Since weddings deserve beautiful decorations, the flowers, shrubbery, trees, and any other silk or real varieties should appeal to the mind, heart, and soul of all those participating. The silk flowers should match the overall design of the wedding. One great place to get advice and design ideas is from florists, though naturally the bride has the final decision-making power.

Cleaning and Maintaining an Artificial Plant

There are some important steps you should take to make sure your artificial plants last a long time. First, the silk, plastic, or other materials used in most artificial plants can fade if placed in direct sunlight. You do not have to completely avoid sunlight, but make sure the location of plants gets shifted periodically. Also, dust prevention is key to making sure your plants maintain a vibrant color. Since many plants and flowers are pretty delicate, make sure to keep them away from the grasp of youngsters. You can contact the manufacturer for information about repairs if any damage to your greenery does occur. You can correct a lot of mishaps by using a hot glue gun. Wire is a great tool when fixing more extensive problems.

To Buy or to Rearrange? That is the Question

Every time I find myself in a craft store poring over the new selections, I begin again to think that if only I had this item or that decorative craft, then my house would look perfect. This mode of thought not only leaves me constantly wanting for the next available item but also leaves my wallet empty. The sad truth of the matter is that when I finally do succumb, my new treasure of a purchase all too often appears as clutter and ends up at my next yard sale. Instead of the constant looking and searching for new items, I have found that rearranging what I already have is a great solution for home dcor. It doesnt take a lot of effort, but I feel like I have a brand new look. Not does this expand my talents, but it helps to keep my wallet fat!

Making Your Workplace A Little More Green

Sometimes, the walls of your office can feel too much like a penitentiary. Day in and day out, employees will come in and sit down in front of square walls and a computer monitor. Can you see the creativity being squelched? Instead of a plain or ordinary office, there are many things that you can do to invite a warm, friendly, creative atmosphere. Choose a place in your office to add a good-sized tree, such as a Japanese maple, to revitalize your work area. Since many offices do not have enough good lighting to support a live tree, artificial trees work great. After you have added a couple of trees or bushes, next add a fountain along the wall or in the reception area. It is surprising how much these little things can change the mood of your business and give your work area a more natural uplifting feeling to get you through the day!