Floral Tiaras and Hairpins: A Whimsical Floral Tutorial

Materials

• Freshly cut zinnias
• Floral wire or a flexible base (vine wreath or headband)
• Floral tape or thin wire
• Pruning shears or scissors
• Optional (but recommended for extra whimsy): Ribbon or twine

Steps

1.  Harvest Your Zinnias

• Choose zinnias at their peak freshness.
• Cut the stems, leaving about 3-4 inches of length.

2. Prepare the Base

• Shape floral wire into a circle to fit your head.
• Alternatively, use a vine wreath or a plain headband.
• Secure the ends together using floral tape or thin wire.

3. Attach the Zinnias

• Start at one end of the wire or headband.
• Wrap zinnia stems around the base, overlapping slightly.
• Use floral tape or thin wire to secure the stems.

4. Add Greenery

• Tuck fre sh green leaves or small fern fronds between zinnias.
• Add tiny sprigs of baby's breath or other delicate flowers.

5. Secure the Ends

• Once the enti re base is covered, secure the last zinnia.
• Trim any excess stems.

6. Optional Ribbon or Twine

• Tie a ribbon or twine around the back of the crown.
• Leave the ends trailing down or tie them into a bow.

7. Wear Your Zinnia Crown

• Place it on your head, adjusting for comfort.
• Wear it for weddings, festivals, or simply whenever you want to feel like a woodland princess. Which, let's face it, is always.

Additional Materials

• Bobb y Pins or Hair Clips

To Create Zinnia Hairpins

• Snip individual zinnia blooms, leaving a short stem.
• Attach them to bobby pins or hair clips using floral tape or thin wire.
• Slide the pins into your hair, securing the flowers near your temples or in an updo.