This article will teach you how to make your artificial flowers look real, even if you have no experience with flower arranging or decorating.
Start with real flowers.
Real flowers can be used as a base, or simply to create a base for the fake flowers. Real flowers are available in a variety of colors and styles to complement any décor, and you can even find them in miniature sizes that are perfect for small spaces.
Purchase high-quality silk flowers.
First, look for silk flowers that are made from a piece of high-quality silk fabric. You should also check the stitching on the petals and leaves to ensure they are properly secured. If you see any loose threads, it’s best to avoid this product!
Create the right arrangement.
To make your fake flowers look their best in the arrangement, it’s important that the vase you choose is just the right size. If a vase is too small, the flowers will look fake because they’ll seem to be floating on top of it (not to mention that they won’t fit!). If a vase is too big and tall, your arrangement may look like it belongs on an oversized wedding cake rather than on an end table or bathroom countertop. Additionally, if you have a short arrangement with one large flower head, using a tall vase can create an awkward-looking leaning tower effect with no base support and make everyone feel uncomfortable at best and dizzy at worst!
Create a contrast.
To create a beautiful arrangement, you’ll want to incorporate a variety of sizes and colors. You’ll also want to use different textures. For example, try using something that’s soft like silk flowers or flowers made from velvet.
You can do this by mixing it up with the arrangements you choose too! Try using different types of vases and containers—like glass jars or even terracotta pots. This will make them look more natural than if they were all in one type of container.
Use vines and branches.
Whether you are crafting a bouquet or an arrangement, vines and branches make great additions to your artificial flowers. Lush greenery will add depth and texture to any design. They can also be used to add height & volume, color contrast, and a natural look!
Pay attention to color and scale.
Pay attention to color and scale.
- Color contrast: The most effective use of color in artificial flower arrangements is by creating a colorful bouquet that includes flowers of different sizes and shapes, but with the same hue. This creates a beautiful visual effect, especially when the colors are arranged in such a way that they complement one another. For example, you can put orange roses next to pink daisies and yellow daffodils to create a bright arrangement or you can combine red poppies with white chrysanthemums and purple irises for an elegant look; this technique works especially well if you have limited resources (for example, if you’re using artificial flowers from home).
- Color scale: The second step in creating realistic-looking arrangements is by understanding how different shades affect each other visually when placed together in vases or baskets. When choosing which flowers will go into your arrangement, keep these tips in mind:
Keep it simple.
A good rule of thumb is to keep it simple. You want your artificial flowers to look real, but not too much so. That means you need to avoid going overboard and making a huge arrangement with all kinds of different flowers, colors, and styles. Keep your arrangement simple by using just one type of flower (if you really want more than one), one color (unless it’s a complementary color), and one style, like ribbon or greenery.
Don’t forget the vase!
Vases can be made of many materials, and come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors. You may prefer to use a simple vase that does not detract from the flowers you are displaying. Or perhaps you would like to use an ornate vase that draws attention to itself by its beautiful design. A large vase is more likely than a small one to hold more flowers, but it might overpower any small table or surface where it sits. It’s important not to forget about your vase! The right one can make all the difference when trying to create realistic-looking arrangements for yourself or others
Consider the time of year you’ll use your flowers.
When you’re choosing your flowers, it’s important to consider the time of year. At certain times of the year, flowers are more plentiful and affordable than others. They’ll also last longer and be easier to find!
For example, if you want your artificial bouquet to be ready for Christmas (or any holiday), then you should definitely go with poinsettias—they’re automatically festive. In contrast, if you want something that will last all season long without needing a bunch of upkeep, consider picking out some roses or tulips instead. Those pretty blossoms will look fantastic once they’ve been picked!
Work from images in magazines or online for additional ideas on arrangements, colors, and styles.
You can also look at images in magazines or online for additional ideas on arrangements, colors, and styles.
It’s best to look at photos of real flowers because they have a more accurate color range than artificial ones do. Real flowers are also more realistic in size, shape, and texture than artificial ones, but if you want to use the latter as reference points, it may help your project if you find an arrangement with similar shapes and sizes as the one you want to make.
Conclusion
We hope you enjoyed our guide to making your artificial flowers look real. These are just some of the methods we’ve tried with success, but there are a lot more out there! If you have any tips of your own that you’d like to share, feel free to leave them in the comments below!
