We’re continuing to roll out content from our summer sonnet gathering. (Just in case you missed it, make sure to find yesterday’s post here.) In the past, we’ve dedicated time to elaborate floral design and lofty preparation. With this gathering, a nap won. I think we spent a total of 2 hours prepping the table and the food. We wanted the gathering to feel simple, relaxed, and amazing. This table setting played with smart juxtaposition and textures throughout. We had crisp white plates paired with hand glazed stoneware. Things were made cohesive with a palette of neutrals and pops of blue and greenery. This DIY is simple. Filled with herbs and tea flowers, there’s a subtle sweetness to it. It doubles as something for guests to take with them at the end of the night if they wish.
DIY Floral Bundles
Supplies:
Flower/kitchen shears
Simple wildflowers or herbs (We used lavender stems and camomile.)
Jute twine
Directions:
Lay out a sample place setting with plates, flatware, glasses, and a knotted napkin. Using the height of the canape plate as your guide, trim your flowers to be one inch shorter. (We purchased our flowers from Trader Joe’s, but you could forage simple wildflowers and herb bushes as well.) Assemble the bunch of flowers in your hand for desired look and trim at a 45 degree angle. Using the twine, wrap it around multiple times and finish with a simple knot. Trim excess ends.
To finish out the place setting, download our printable poem (also the menu) below.
Free Resources
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