The corsage has been around for centuries as a beautiful addition to attire. Its origins date back to ancient times worn to special events to ward off evil spirits and prevent disease. The meaning of the corsage has changed from spiritual armor to a symbol of affection and attachment. Today, corsages represent a special occasion such as a prom or wedding.
The elegance and beauty a corsage brings to an ensemble do not come cheap. Pinned and wrist corsages can cost anywhere between $5-$65. If you’re looking to save money, here’s a look at how to make wedding corsages yourself!
What You Will Need:
Flowers, of Course!
A corsage can be a single flower or up to six. For these instructions, I recommend using two or three flowers.
Floral Tape
Look for that matches the color of the flower’s stem for a seamless look.
Floral Wire
is very cheap and necessary for making a corsage.
Heavy-Duty Scissors
Kid scissors will not cut it for this job. If heavy-duty scissors are not readily accessible, I recommend investing in them for this project and future ones.
Wristband
Have fun with the wristband choice! I recommend choosing a thicker band with more surface area to secure the flowers on.
1/4 Inch Ribbon
Choose a color that goes well with the wristband and flower choice.
Optional Supplies:
Corsage Plastic Box
Professionals use a corsage box, but a more convenient way to keep the corsage fresh is to blow air into a gallon freezer bag and place the corsage inside. A is necessary if the corsage is ready a day or more before the event.
Flower Preservative Spray
If we make the corsage more than a day before the event, the is a good idea.
Accessories
Fun add-ons make the corsages pop and shine. I like to include baby’s breath and subtle jewels or rhinestones to make it shimmer. Smaller flowers and greenery also make lovely additions.
Steps To Make a Wedding Corsage
- Cut the flower stems down to about 1.5 inches. Cut a piece of wire roughly 3-4 inches long and pierce it through the flower’s base, the thick portion where the flower and stem meet.
- Now, bend the wires down to mimic a stem on the flower. Using the floral tape, wrap the wire around from the base of the flower moving downward. Repeat this step with all of the flowers. If we add a floral bow, make a stem for it using the wire and tape in the same manner.
- Bring all the flowers together to form a small bouquet. Using the ribbon, wrap the wire stems starting from the base of the flower and moving down just as we did with the floral tape. If I make a corsage with many ornaments and filler flowers, I will make a second bouquet with these and then tape the stems of the two bouquets together.
- Using floral wire, we can secure the wristband or bracelet to the small bouquet. Cut the excess stem at the bottom, so it does not stick out or poke the wearer. Place the stem on the inside of the bracelet, wrapping the floral wire tightly around the bracelet and the top of the stem.
- To keep the corsage fresh for a few days or up to a week, I spray the blossoms gently with a flower preservative and seal them in an inflated airtight bag or corsage container. Keeping the corsage in the fridge to help the flowers stay fresh.
