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September 2001
Fresh flowers can really set the mood for any celebration, from casual to
formal, and the well-appointed luncheon or dinner party table always includes
a floral centerpiece. If you're planning a special event, your local
professional florist can work with you to create the perfect decorations for
the festive occasion, expertly coordinating the flowers to the environment.
It's a fact that people will remember and talk about beautiful flowers long
after the food has been consumed.
One popular trend in table decor features the use of several smaller
components to make up the total design. These individual components might
consist of a series of small glass vases in varying shapes lined down the
center of the table, each separate vase containing it's own type of flower.
The little arrangements can then double as party favors. A similar effect can
be achieved with terra cotta pots (with waterproof liners) in a variety of
sizes, mounded tightly with blossoms, arranged along the table, and linked
with strands of bear grass or curly willow twigs between them. Even though
each vase or pot might hold just one kind of flower, it's best to consider
the overall color harmony of the total design. For example, a monochromatic
color scheme, with all of the flowers being within different values of the
same hue, can be very effective even if the flowers are of assorted species.
The addition of other decorative elements, such as linens, candles, and
napkin ties, completes the tablescape.
Fresh fruit can be an excellent complement to flowers in a centerpiece.
In fact, in the arrangement pictured here a watermelon is used as the
container and a means of support for the fresh blossoms.
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No matter what style of centerpiece you choose, it is important to keep
in mind that your guests will want to be able to see each other across the
table. A good rule of thumb is to place your elbow on the table with your
forearm in the vertical position, wrist bent. This will be the maximum height
for the flowers in order for the partygoers to see across them. Of course,
you may also choose to elevate the flowers above the guests' sight lines, as
in the case of a topiary style arrangement. This is especially effective in
a high-ceilinged room.
Centerpieces for buffet tables should be tall and raised above the food
so that they can be seen over the fare and so that they are not competing
with it for table space or attention. In this case footed urns, cake plates,
or tall vases make suitable containers.
Your local florist can provide lots of ideas for flower arrangements
that will help make your party splendid. Don't delay...throw a party today!
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