1. Step-By-Step Directions
Corsage Construction
Step-By-Step
Directions

2. STEP 1: Select Materials
1 Carnation
1 Stem of Leatherleaf
1 Sprig of Baby’s Breath
1 Yard of #3 Ribbon
1 (26 guage) Wire
Floral tape
1 Corsage Pin

3. 1 Carnation Choose flowers that are in good condition.
Choose a flower color that is suitable for the occasion.
Choose a flower that is a good size for the wearer.

4. 1 Stem Leatherleaf Fern
Choose a straight stemmed piece from the tip of the fern or use a side branch.
Choose leatherleaf that is in good condition.

5. 1 Sprig Baby’s Breath
Choose flowers that are in good shape.

6. 1 Yard of #3 Ribbon
Choose a color that compliments the flower.

7. Wire
Use #26 wire for bows
Use #22 wire for flowers

8. Corsage Pins
Use Pearl tipped pins.

9. Step 2: Wire and Tape Carnation
Remove flower stem
Wire using the piercing method
Tape to cover all of the wire

10. Step 3: Select and Tape Baby’s Breath and Foliage
Use 3-4” piece of foliage
Remove leaves from bottom 1”
Place foliage behind carnation.
Use small sprigs of baby’s breath above and below carnation
Position and tape both to carnation

11. Step 4: Make a Bow Use 1 yard of ribbon Use # 26 gauge wire
Tape the wire
Make with at least 4 loops as directed in a previous lesson

12. Step 5: Add Bow to Corsage
Separate wires holding bow
Wrap wires around corsage stem
Clip wires to 1” and lay flat against stem.
Tape the stem to cover the wires

13. Step 6: Add Finishing Touches
Hook, Curl, or Curve the end of the stem
Add the Corsage Pin
Place in Cooler

14. Step 7: Clean the Work Area
Put away all materials
Sweep and Clean up area.