Turn the ivy leaf over. Follow the stem up along the central vein of the leaf and stitch the rose wire through the leaf. The stitch should sit half way between the stem and the edge of the leaf. Holding the wire stitch between thumb and forefinger. Gently form a loop with the wire. Now bend both along the line of the stem. Twist one wire around the stem and second wire. Repeat until all three ivy leaves are wired.
Step 4:
Tape
For safety and comfort, tape the flower from top to bottom covering all the wires. Twist the wire into the tape. Do the same for the leaves.
Step 5:
Arrange
Place the flower on top of the leaves. Ideally the leaves will sit at three o'clock, six o'clock and nine o'clock positions. Once you're happy with the arrangement bend the wires so they all sit neatly then tape the stems together.
Step 6:
Pinning the buttonhole.
Using the pearl-ended pin pierce the stem all the way through. Traditionally a buttonhole is pinned on the left hand lapel with the stems pointing up down
Step 7:
Done
Enjoy your buttonhole. To see how to make a corsage go to Videojug How To Make A Corsage. |
