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Floral Design and the Art of Beautiful Flower Arranging

The floral industry uses specific techniques and skills to create extremely appealing fresh cut, hand tied flower arrangements, bunches and flower bouquets using the intricate art of floral design. This involves the use of bowls, baskets, vases, paper and other decorative objects to complete a floral design.

There are various styles of design that are popular and each type of style has different characteristics. Flower design originates from many different cultures all over the world. Floral design techniques are usually taught in a school, special college or academy for students to receive the best quality training. The skill is reasonably in demand and there is a shortage of trained professionals in the field, especially with the rising need for professionally arranged flower bouquets.

A flower designer will require training in specific skills and techniques. Use of the correct combination of flowers (aesthetically and practically), cutting, treating and selling flowers are all skills a flower designer should have.

Bouquet or Bunches
Blooms gathered in a hand tied flower arrangement using a creative style are called bouquets. Large varieties of bouquets make attractive arrangements and are used at weddings, given as gifts on special occasions and are a favourite romantic gesture.

This type of arrangement is extremely popular and widely available in many different flower combinations, according to flowers that are in season . Bouquets are available from shops, petrol stations, florists and online retailers as they are so enduringly popular. Small flower bouquets have more specific names and traditions associated with their use.

Boutonnière
This small, flower arrangement is an accessory for a man’s jacket lapel. The flower used is generally a carnation or a red rose and the arrangement is a very simple decoration using one flower. These are used at formal events such as weddings where the groom, his groomsmen and best man will wear them. The word “boutonnière” is French for “button hole” and is a reference to the traditional positioning of the flower on a man’s lapel, through the buttonhole. Today, the boutonnière is attached with a pin, as many jackets do not have the traditional straight buttonhole on their lapels, yet this can be considered a faux pas to some due to traditional associations.

Corsages
A corsage is a single flower or a small flower arrangement, larger than a boutonnière. The arrangement is extremely popular in America for formal dances and special occasions and was previously favoured as a fashion accessory. The corsage can be pinned to an outfit but generally the corsage is tied around the wearer’s wrist to avoid damage to their outfit.

Posey, nosegay and tussie-mussie
A Posey is a small collection of flowers. Also known as a nosegay or tussie-mussie, these small bouquets are generally presented as gifts and were very popular in history.

The name ‘nosegay’ stems from the use of a small flower bouquet to eliminate foul odours such as bad breath and bad hygiene, from as early as the Medieval Period. Worn attached to the bodice or tied around a person’s head, they were a widespread solution for disguising bad smells and keeping the nose ‘happy’ (gay).

Tussie-mussies were popular during Queen Victoria’s reign in England. The small flower bouquets were favoured as a fashion accessory and were often comprised of flowers with symbolic meanings. Tussie-Mussies were used to convey messages and meanings to those they were presented to as a gift.

Wreaths
A wreath is an arrangement of flowers in the shape of a ring. These are purely for decoration or to be worn as a head dress or festive crown during a celebration. Wreaths are extremely symbolic according to the flowers used in the arrangement. For example, evergreens symbolised strength, whilst wreaths of red poppies laid at memorials on Remembrance Day represent the poppies which grew on the battlefields and trenches after the war and the blood spilled during battle. The Romans used wreaths as a female headdress and winning Olympians were crowned with a special wreath.

In South Africa wreaths are often used for sympathy arrangements at funerals.

Different styles of arrangement: Ikebana
Ikebana is Japanese for “the art of giving life to flowers” and uses oriental styles to create minimalistic, pure and uncluttered arrangements aimed at exploring nature and man’s relationship. The arranging of flowers in this method is a highly skilled and very disciplined art.

The arrangements often focus on the areas of the plant alternative to the customary Western-World tradition. The stems and leaves are extremely important in this style of flower arranging. The colours used are simple and the style of arrangement emphasises the clean-cut shape. Ikebana uses only organic plants which are arranged in a scalene triangle shape to represent elements such as humanity, heaven and earth or the earth, moon and sun.

English Garden
This English variation of floral design is structured in a radial arrangement in a tall vase or shorter bowl. The style uses flowers which are in season, especially garden blooms.

High Style
The High Style variation of flower arrangements uses tropical or exotic flowers predominantly such as the Bird of Paradise flower and is not limited to any symmetrical formations. Contemporary and up-to-date designs are generally classified as High Style and the unique floral arrangements are emphasised by the linear structure of the arrangements.

Hand tied flower arrangements and flower bouquets made from fresh cut flowers in the Ikebana, English Garden and High Style fashion are responsible for providing aesthetic and emotive décor for many situations and settings. Gifts made of beautiful hand tied flower arrangements are highly regarded in all societies, making the art of flower design a welcome necessity.

Making Tussie-Mussies

Silverplate Wedding Flower Bouquet Holder Tussie Mussie Nosegay Engravable
Silverplate Wedding Flower Bouquet Holder Tussie Mussie Nosegay Engravable
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RARE FRENCH LAVENDER ENAMEL PAINTING TUSSIE MUSSIE VASE in BRONZE FRAME
RARE FRENCH LAVENDER ENAMEL PAINTING TUSSIE MUSSIE VASE in BRONZE FRAME
Paypal   US $400.00
TUSSIE MUSSIE Quilt Pattern Lavender Minty Green Romantic Quilt Multiple Sizes
TUSSIE MUSSIE Quilt Pattern Lavender Minty Green Romantic Quilt Multiple Sizes
Paypal   US $.99
WHITNEY ART DECO VALENTINE GIRL VINTAGE Postcard TUSSIE MUSSIE FLORAL BOUQUET
WHITNEY ART DECO VALENTINE GIRL VINTAGE Postcard TUSSIE MUSSIE FLORAL BOUQUET
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13451 4 PcAntGold Tussie Mussie Victorian Holder
13451 4 PcAntGold Tussie Mussie Victorian Holder
Paypal   US $4.80
13158 2 PcSilv Pltd Lg Tussie Mussie Victorian Holder
13158 2 PcSilv Pltd Lg Tussie Mussie Victorian Holder
Paypal   US $3.95
Tussie Mussie Wedding Flowers Inclined Tussy Mussy
Tussie Mussie Wedding Flowers Inclined Tussy Mussy
Paypal   US $19.95
Nickel Silver EPERGNE CENTERPIECE with 4 Tussie Mussie 9 High NEW
Nickel Silver EPERGNE CENTERPIECE with 4 Tussie Mussie 9 High NEW
Paypal   US $68.40
Tussie Mussie for Wedding Flowers Rose Tussy Mussy
Tussie Mussie for Wedding Flowers Rose Tussy Mussy
Paypal   US $17.95
REDUCED WEDDING BRIDAL BOUTONNIERE LAPEL PIN GOLD TONE TUSSIE MUSSIE TUSSY MUSSY
REDUCED WEDDING BRIDAL BOUTONNIERE LAPEL PIN GOLD TONE TUSSIE MUSSIE TUSSY MUSSY
Paypal   US $19.99
RARE 19th C ELABORATE FRENCH REPOUSSE TUSSIE MUSSIE MIRROR ENAMELED PANELS
RARE 19th C ELABORATE FRENCH REPOUSSE TUSSIE MUSSIE MIRROR ENAMELED PANELS
Paypal   US $2,895.00
BEAUTIFUL 19th C REPOUSSE GILT TUSSIE MUSSIE GRAPES FOLIAGE MOP HANDLE
BEAUTIFUL 19th C REPOUSSE GILT TUSSIE MUSSIE GRAPES FOLIAGE MOP HANDLE
Paypal   US $1,695.00
19TH C ANTIQUE STEEL TUSSIE MUSSIEPOSY HOLDERNOSEGAY
19TH C ANTIQUE STEEL TUSSIE MUSSIEPOSY HOLDERNOSEGAY
Paypal   US $22.00
NICE 19th C REPOUSSE GILT METAL VICTORIAN TUSSIE MUSSIE RIBBONS DECORATION
NICE 19th C REPOUSSE GILT METAL VICTORIAN TUSSIE MUSSIE RIBBONS DECORATION
Paypal   US $1,495.00
tussie mussie VALENTINE handmade red roses I LOVE YOU shabby cottage
tussie mussie VALENTINE handmade red roses I LOVE YOU shabby cottage
Paypal   US $7.50
ROMANTIC BOYVALENTINES DAY TUSSIE MUSSIEOLD POSTCARD
ROMANTIC BOYVALENTINES DAY TUSSIE MUSSIEOLD POSTCARD
Paypal   US $9.50
Vintage sterling silver tussie mussie lapel posey holder vase boutonniere
Vintage sterling silver tussie mussie lapel posey holder vase boutonniere
Paypal   US $75.00
Broom Cover Coverlette Blue Mauve Quilt w Tussie Mussie
Broom Cover Coverlette Blue Mauve Quilt w Tussie Mussie
Paypal   US $16.50
Antique Victorian Tussie Mussie Pin late 1870s
Antique Victorian Tussie Mussie Pin late 1870s
Paypal   US $75.00
COLOMBO ROMANTIC KIDSTUSSIE MUSSIEVINTAGE POSTCARD
COLOMBO ROMANTIC KIDSTUSSIE MUSSIEVINTAGE POSTCARD
Paypal   US $14.00
tussie mussie fuzzy chick handmade easter whitegreen shabby cottage lily valley
tussie mussie fuzzy chick handmade easter whitegreen shabby cottage lily valley
Paypal   US $9.00
easter ornament tussie mussie fuzzy chick handmade shabby cottage blue polka dot
easter ornament tussie mussie fuzzy chick handmade shabby cottage blue polka dot
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set of 3 shabby tussie mussie with vintage popcorn chenille pinks shabby cottage
set of 3 shabby tussie mussie with vintage popcorn chenille pinks shabby cottage
Paypal   US $18.00
Tussie Mussie Wedding Flowers Floral Vase Tussy Mussy
Tussie Mussie Wedding Flowers Floral Vase Tussy Mussy
Paypal   US $29.95
Blue Ridge Tussie Mussie Leaf Relish Dish AWESOME
Blue Ridge Tussie Mussie Leaf Relish Dish AWESOME
Paypal   US $89.99
EASTER GIRL HATBOXVIOLET TUSSIE MUSSIEBONNET POSTCARD
EASTER GIRL HATBOXVIOLET TUSSIE MUSSIEBONNET POSTCARD
Paypal   US $8.50
Tussie Mussie Bridal Flower Holder with Monogram
Tussie Mussie Bridal Flower Holder with Monogram
Paypal   US $14.95
KOTARO OSHIO Tussie Mussie CD SEALED OBI J POP
KOTARO OSHIO Tussie Mussie CD SEALED OBI J POP
Paypal   US $16.76
Shabby Cottage Chic Christmas Ornament Handmade Nosgay Tussie Mussie
Shabby Cottage Chic Christmas Ornament Handmade Nosgay Tussie Mussie
Paypal   US $15.99
KOTARO OSHIO TUSSIE MUSSIE NEW CD
KOTARO OSHIO TUSSIE MUSSIE NEW CD
Paypal   US $26.30
shabby tussie mussie spring pinkwhite lily of valley vintage style
shabby tussie mussie spring pinkwhite lily of valley vintage style
Paypal   US $7.50
Antique French Tussie Mussie Posey Holder
Antique French Tussie Mussie Posey Holder
Paypal   US $1,215.00
MINTCUTE EASTER GIRLTUSSIE MUSSIECLAPSADDLEPOSTCARD
MINTCUTE EASTER GIRLTUSSIE MUSSIECLAPSADDLEPOSTCARD
Paypal   US $22.00
HEART TUSSIE MUSSIE WITH PLATE
HEART TUSSIE MUSSIE WITH PLATE
Paypal   US $17.58
CHERUB Pink Roses TUSSIE MUSSIEAuction TemplatePEP
CHERUB Pink Roses TUSSIE MUSSIEAuction TemplatePEP
Paypal   US $12.99
Fine Antique Sterling Silver Victorian Aesthetic Movement Tussie Mussie Vase
Fine Antique Sterling Silver Victorian Aesthetic Movement Tussie Mussie Vase
Paypal   US $199.50
SILVER PLATED WEDDING DÉCOR FLOWER TUSSIE MUSSIE
SILVER PLATED WEDDING DÉCOR FLOWER TUSSIE MUSSIE
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American Mills Mussie Tussie Pillow Set of 2 34689664
American Mills Mussie Tussie Pillow Set of 2 34689664
Paypal   US $17.99
Vintage Victorian Look Silk Flower Tussie Mussie Bouquet w Silver Plated Holder
Vintage Victorian Look Silk Flower Tussie Mussie Bouquet w Silver Plated Holder
Paypal   US $25.00
BIRTHDAY VIOLET TUSSIE MUSSIEANGELFAIRYTUCK POSTCARD
BIRTHDAY VIOLET TUSSIE MUSSIEANGELFAIRYTUCK POSTCARD
Paypal   US $8.75
SWEET TEDDY BEAR GIRL BRINGS TUSSIE MUSSIEPOSTCARD
SWEET TEDDY BEAR GIRL BRINGS TUSSIE MUSSIEPOSTCARD
Paypal   US $5.00
Kotaro Oshio Tussie Mussie CD new
Kotaro Oshio Tussie Mussie CD new
Paypal   US $16.99
Shabby So Chic Roses Porcelain Wall Pocket Tussie Mussie style
Shabby So Chic Roses Porcelain Wall Pocket Tussie Mussie style
Paypal   US $2.99
Brass EPERGNE CENTERPIECE w 7 Cut Glass TUSSIE MUSSIE Prisms 31 High NEW
Brass EPERGNE CENTERPIECE w 7 Cut Glass TUSSIE MUSSIE Prisms 31 High NEW
Paypal   US $118.00
5 Piece Brass EPERGNE TUSSIE MUSSIE 16 high
5 Piece Brass EPERGNE TUSSIE MUSSIE 16 high
Paypal   US $72.00
ANTIQUE SILVER TUSSIE MUSSIE POSY HOLDER NOSEGAY c1880
ANTIQUE SILVER TUSSIE MUSSIE POSY HOLDER NOSEGAY c1880
Paypal   US $1,610.00
ANTIQUE STERLING CONTINENTAL SILVER FILIGREE TUSSIE MUSSIE FLOWER HOLDER RARE NR
ANTIQUE STERLING CONTINENTAL SILVER FILIGREE TUSSIE MUSSIE FLOWER HOLDER RARE NR
Paypal   US $499.99
WAINCOURTING CATSTUSSIE MUSSIE1912 GERMAN POSTCARD
WAINCOURTING CATSTUSSIE MUSSIE1912 GERMAN POSTCARD
Paypal   US $110.00
White Rose Floral Victorian Bridal Bouquet SILK Wedding Tussie Mussie
White Rose Floral Victorian Bridal Bouquet SILK Wedding Tussie Mussie
Paypal   US $45.00
c1895 Original Antique Gilt Bronze Tussie Mussie
c1895 Original Antique Gilt Bronze Tussie Mussie
Paypal   US $175.00
Blue Ridge Southern Potteries TUSSIE MUSSIE Leaf Dish
Blue Ridge Southern Potteries TUSSIE MUSSIE Leaf Dish
Paypal   US $49.95
13153 2 PcBrass Ox Lg Tussie Mussie Victorian Holder
13153 2 PcBrass Ox Lg Tussie Mussie Victorian Holder
Paypal   US $4.25
MEPCUTE CHILDREN EXCHANGE VALENTINE CARDSTUSSIE MUSSIEHEARTSOLD POSTCARD
MEPCUTE CHILDREN EXCHANGE VALENTINE CARDSTUSSIE MUSSIEHEARTSOLD POSTCARD
Paypal   US $5.50
KOTARO OSHIO TUSSIE MUSSIE CD SEALED OBI
KOTARO OSHIO TUSSIE MUSSIE CD SEALED OBI
Paypal   US $16.49
KLEIN VIOLET FLOWERS TUSSIE MUSSIEVINTAGE POSTCARD
KLEIN VIOLET FLOWERS TUSSIE MUSSIEVINTAGE POSTCARD
Paypal   US $9.00
1983 Steuben Glass Tussie Mussie Secrets Love Ad
1983 Steuben Glass Tussie Mussie Secrets Love Ad
Paypal   US $9.95
Vintage Silver Deer Germany Edelweiss Flower Posy Holder Brooch Tussie Mussie
Vintage Silver Deer Germany Edelweiss Flower Posy Holder Brooch Tussie Mussie
Paypal   US $39.99
TUSSIE MUSSIE POSEY HOLDEREUROPE VIENNESE BIEDERMEIER ca 1820 solid silver
TUSSIE MUSSIE POSEY HOLDEREUROPE VIENNESE BIEDERMEIER ca 1820 solid silver
Paypal   US $1,290.00
CLEARANCE WEDDING BRIDAL BOUTONNIERE LAPEL PIN SILVER TONE BRAID TUSSIE MUSSIE
CLEARANCE WEDDING BRIDAL BOUTONNIERE LAPEL PIN SILVER TONE BRAID TUSSIE MUSSIE
Paypal   US $2.99
c1860 Orig Antique Figural Ormolu Bone Tussie Mussie
c1860 Orig Antique Figural Ormolu Bone Tussie Mussie
Paypal   US $595.00
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