Transforming ordinary spaces into extraordinary sights is an integral part of event planning. Be it for weddings, birthday parties, or corporate events, every occasion calls for a special touch. A key feature that often stands out in the most unforgettable events is the careful selection and arrangement of decorative elements. Sola wood flowers, owing to their durability, elegance, and versatility, are increasingly becoming a favorite choice for these elements. Today, we are going to delve into a step-by-step guide on creating a freestanding aisle piece or a barrel topper using sola flowers.

Crafting your own decorative piece allows you to personalize your event and add your unique touch. This blog post aims to empower you to create a stunning aisle piece or barrel topper featuring sola wood flowers, a decoration that will lend sophistication and elegance to your event. Let's embark on this creative journey!

Supplies You Will Need

First, we need to ensure we have all the necessary materials. Here's what you will need: 

1. Greenery Stems: These form the base of your decorative piece and give it a fresh, natural look
2. 1 to 2 Fillers: Fillers can be anything from dried berries, baby’s breath, eucalyptus, to lavender sprigs. These fill in gaps and add additional texture and color to your piece
3. Stemmed Sola Flowers of Various Sizes: Sola wood flowers are made from tapioca wood, making them a durable, eco-friendly, and aesthetic choice for any arrangement. Their variety in sizes allows for an engaging depth and dimension
4. Floral Foam Disc/Bowl: This will serve as the base for our arrangement. The foam helps easily insert the stems and hold them securely.

Step-by-step Guide

Step 1: Setting Up the Greenery

Begin with your floral foam disc or bowl as the base. Insert the tallest piece of greenery in the center of the foam. This central piece will act as a reference around which you will build the rest of the arrangement. 

Gradually add more greenery stems around this tallest piece. The height of the stems should decrease as you move towards the rim of the foam, creating a tapered effect. The shorter pieces should cover all the way around the rim, resulting in a dome-shaped greenery arrangement. This arrangement forms a lush, natural backdrop for your wood flowers and fillers.

Step 2: Incorporating the Sola Wood Flowers

Once your greenery is in place, it's time to add your stemmed sola flowers. Stick with the same concept you used when setting up the greenery. Place the tallest stemmed sola flowers in the center, getting progressively shorter as you move towards the base.

Sola wood flowers introduce a different texture to the piece and provide a beautiful contrast against the greenery with their distinct forms and colors. They infuse a touch of elegance and charm, creating a delightful centerpiece. 

Step 3: Adding the Final Touch with Fillers

The final step is the addition of fillers! Fillers serve to fill any gaps, bring extra texture, and add color to your arrangement, resulting in a polished look. 

Distribute your fillers strategically throughout the piece, maintaining a harmonious balance. Their placement can vary, depending on your personal preference and the desired final look.

And there you have it! You now have a freestanding aisle piece or barrel topper featuring enchanting sola wood flowers. This handmade decorative piece is sure to impress your guests and add a layer of personalized elegance to your event.

Creating your own decor with sola flowers gives you the freedom to explore your creativity and add a personal touch to your event. Whether you're crafting a freestanding aisle piece or a barrel topper, sola wood flowers provide durability, beauty, and versatility, making your event truly unforgettable. Happy crafting!