DIY boutonnieres for a wedding? in [2019] – artificial from paper & flowers, as well as live (from fresh plants)

Every newlywed couple dreams of a perfect wedding. To do this, you need to put in a lot of effort and think through everything down to the smallest detail: the location of the celebration, the style of the wedding, the holiday menu and, of course, the outfits. At the same time, it is very important not only to purchase a dress for the bride and a suit for the groom, but also to take care of accessories. For example, make artificial or living boutonnieres with your own hands.

The groom's boutonniere should be in the same style as the bride's bouquet. This symbolizes the union of two hearts, and the fact that from now on the man and woman belong to each other. What to look for when choosing this important accessory and how to make boutonnieres from ribbons with your own hands - this will be discussed in the article.

History and types of jewelry for the groom

In Ancient Greece and Rome, flowers were always used as decorations at various holidays, including making wreaths for the winners of competitions. Many ancient wedding customs also suggested that the bride presented her chosen one with a small bouquet of flowers, which served as a talisman. This custom formed the basis of the modern tradition of pinning jewelry on the groom at a wedding.

The word "boutonniere" translated from French means "flower in the buttonhole." The etymology of the name is associated with the French Revolution: people sentenced to execution expressed their courage in the face of death by decorating their chest with a flower with a buttonhole. Subsequently, representatives of social life began to pin the flower to their outfit. And the first groom to use a boutonniere in his wedding look was Prince Charles.

The groom's boutonniere and the bride's veil are associated with various signs. It is believed that they should be kept in the family throughout life and act as guardians of family well-being.

For example, if a child is sick, then you need to cover him with a veil or put a boutonniere under his pillow. These elements also serve as protection against the evil eye. If you make a boutonniere with your own hands from ribbons, it will last for a long period.

There is no classification of accessories as such: they can only be divided into natural and artificial specimens. The former are created from fresh flowers, and the latter from paper, fabric, ribbons, polymer clay, beads, buttons, feathers and other materials.
There is also an intermediate option - these are dried flowers - dried inflorescences of plants.

Instructions for self-production

Once suitable materials have been selected, you can begin the main manipulations. Step-by-step master classes will help you cope with the task. Before starting work, you just need to make sure that you have everything you need. You will need the following materials and tools:

the material chosen for making the boutonniere;
pins;
scissors (can be replaced with pruning shears);
decorative wire;
wire cutters

Depending on how the accessory will be manufactured, this list may change.

For the witness and the groom

To make a wedding attribute, twine, ribbon and additional decor that matches the overall theme of the event can be used. It will cost very little and looks quite elegant and at the same time laconic on a suit. The work is performed according to the following scheme:

Take a pair of ribbons approximately 8 - 10 cm long. The edges of each of them are cut in the shape of the Latin letter V.
The ribbons are placed one on top of the other and folded in half.
The base is tied several times with twine.
Additionally, the decoration is decorated with additional details.

All that remains is to fix this product on the clothes. In this case, you need to make sure that as a result of tension it does not change the appearance.

For guests

Boutonnieres for guests can be created using decorative or natural feathers of various shades. For example, women can have pink jewelry, and men white, turquoise or blue. When making such an attribute, you must adhere to the following instructions:

The feathers are collected in a bunch and thus a unique bouquet is formed.
Additional decor is added. For example, beads or ribbons.
Using a ribbon of a suitable shade, the structure is tied. It is fixed with a regular pin or glue.

This completes the work on creating the accessory. All that remains is to fix it on the wedding dress. Its cost is quite small. All materials needed for the work are sold in craft stores.

For the bridesmaid

A rose is used to make this decoration. Even a novice needlewoman can cope with this task. The following manipulations are performed:

A decorative wire is pulled through the base of the bud. It must be positioned so that there are even parts of the edges on both sides.
The wire is pressed against the stem and wrapped with tape. You just need to choose the right shade.
Leaves and other suitable decor are added to the bud. These elements are pressed against the stem and wrapped with ribbon.
After the composition is assembled, the stem is trimmed. Its length should ultimately be between 1 and 3 cm.
The tape is secured to the back of the product with a pin. With its help, the attribute will be further fixed on the outfit.

This version of the boutonniere can be called a classic. It would look great on a bridesmaid outfit. Using the same principle, you can also create a bracelet.

A solution for the brave

If the newlyweds have chosen a stylized wedding, then, as a rule, both the bride’s dress and the groom’s suit differ from traditional outfits. Accordingly, all accessories should also be unusual. Making a boutonniere with your own hands should take into account the style of the celebration, the groom’s taste preferences, and his hobbies:

made from feathers, ribbons or buttons will complement the look of the groom at a boho-style wedding;
made of small shells, decorated with an anchor and pearls, will express your love for the sea and will become a bright accent at a marine-themed wedding;
with animal figures, he will talk about the touching love for nature and the groom’s care for our little brothers;
in the form of sweets or an accessory decorated with sweets will become a symbol of the sweet and happy life of the spouses;
with a small guitar, camera or car, they will eloquently talk about the newlywed’s hobby;
an accessory for athletes in the form of a soccer ball or boxing gloves will demonstrate the character and willpower of the newlywed;
with images of characters from your favorite films or comics, it will tell you about the preferences of the groom and will look original during the photo shoot.

Basic rules for attaching an accessory

Historically, wedding boutonnieres were usually attached to the left lapel of the jacket. But if the tail is not draped, then it is better to fasten it with a pin near the pocket on the chest to hide the unaesthetic part.

Attention! According to customs, the floral accessory is attached after the bride's ransom. The groom presents his future wife with a bouquet, and she, as a sign of reciprocal love, attaches a flower to him from the side of her heart.

By the way, friends of the newlyweds can also add such decoration to their wedding outfit. You can make wedding boutonnieres with your own hands from satin ribbons, it will turn out unusual and original.

Just remember that married men attach them to the right, and bachelors - to the left. Bridesmaids often attach the accessory to their wrist, like an original bracelet.

What looks is it suitable for?

In a modern look, the boutonniere looks appropriate with almost all variations, as it is made from various materials and colors.

A tuxedo flower is the most classic and strict option. A white or beige accessory looks impressive on black clothes.
A classic suit with a jacket can always be complemented with a bright small detail. The main thing is that it matches the bride’s bouquet.
For an outdoor wedding, people often don’t wear a jacket, but leave only a vest. And in this case, the flower boutonniere looks as harmonious and stylish as possible.
The freest option is to hook a bright piece onto suspenders or a shirt. An original and easy way to decorate a men's outfit.

Attention! Perhaps your look would be better suited not to a boutonniere, but a butterfly. She can look very fashionable too.

Practical and stylish

The advantages of an accessory made from artificial flowers are obvious: the boutonniere retains its original appearance and does not wrinkle; it is convenient to fix it on a jacket. A flower arrangement can be used for a celebration in the winter season or in sultry heat, since in both cases the use of fresh flowers is not possible.

In addition, a boutonniere made of artificial flowers, decorated with various decorative elements, will help create an original, memorable image. The bride can make such an accessory for her chosen one. To create a flower arrangement you will need: beautiful fabric, wire, glue, scissors, ribbon for tying the bouquet.

A square piece of fabric is cut out and folded in half. Then again and again until you get a triangle. The technique itself is reminiscent of folding when cutting out paper snowflakes. The corners of the triangle are trimmed and rounded. After unfolding the material, you can see that the result is a flower. Then, from the wrong side in the center, the fabric is pinched and a wire is wound onto it.

Next, a leaf for the flower is made from a piece of green fabric. Glue is applied to the material from the wrong side, wire is applied and the fabric is folded in half. After the glue has dried, the excess material around the wire is cut off. Finally, the elements are fastened together, and decorative tape is used to disguise the wire. Congratulations! Now you know how to make boutonnieres for a wedding with your own hands.

How to choose flowers

Living plants are the most common material for making boutonnieres. Such jewelry will help create a truly gentle and elegant image of the groom. The main disadvantage of the brooch is its fragility and fragility.

To minimize the risk of your boutonniere quickly fading, you should be very careful in choosing the flowers from which it will be made.

The plant for decoration should be fresh, preferably just cut.
It is better to choose those flowers that are able to maintain their original appearance for a long time.
To create a boutonniere, you should select small buds of soft colors so that they look harmonious with the suit.
Flowers should not have a strong aroma so as not to cause discomfort and headaches.
It is also better if the flowers are without pollen, which will avoid damage to the costume.

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Made from satin ribbons - beautiful and original

Recently, various decorations made from satin ribbons have become very popular. This trend has also not bypassed wedding fashion. Needlewomen will be able to make a boutonniere with their own hands from satin ribbons. Flowers can be created in several ways:

from a simple satin ribbon of medium thickness;
from individual petals, which are cut out according to a satin ribbon pattern;
made of satin ribbon using the kanzashi technique.

The bride can please her chosen one and present him with an accessory made with her own hands. To create it you need to take: thread, a needle, satin ribbons of different colors 2.5 cm wide, scissors, a lighter or candle, a pin, a button and a ruler.

The ribbons are cut into pieces 8.5 cm long (6 pieces), 11 cm long (7 pieces), 6 cm long (5 pieces) and sealed with fire at the edges. A segment of 11 cm is bent in the middle at a right angle. The edge, which is directed to the right, is bent back, comparing with the base. This is the first petal. Several stitches are passed through its base and lowered to the end of the thread. The same is done with other pieces of ribbon of 8.5 and 6 cm, collecting the petals on a thread and creating flowers.

The result is three flowers of different diameters, which are connected to each other by overlapping and threading a thread through the center. Then a button is sewn on top in the middle of the smallest bud, and a small pin is attached to the wrong side of the decoration.

Summary

As you can see, there are many options, there is room for imagination and creativity to run wild. Choose any, because the most important thing is harmony: combination with the bride’s bouquet will symbolize love and the union of two hearts.

By the way, a DIY paper boutonniere is an excellent option for those who want to preserve the memory of a special event for many years. Which option to choose in the end is up to you to decide.