Unexpected Orchid Display

For this arrangement, I was inspired by the book Fresh Flower Arranging by Mark Welford and Stephen Wicks. I had some orchids that were a bit past their prime so I decided to try out this modern orchid display. This was very easy to accomplish and requires only a small amount of orchids. See below for a step-by-step on how to make this arrangement:

1.  For this design you will need the following materials: a thin, clear column glass vase or fishbowl, 2 green orchid stems, flower food, green floral wire, a wire cutter, and a floral pruner.

2.  Fill the vase with a few inches of water and add the floral food. Cut the orchid flowers off the main stem so a short stalk remains at the base at each flower. Cut about 8 inches of the green wire and make a small hook at one end and place the hook on the side of the flower stalk. Wind the wire around the stalk two or three times. Be very gentle while wrapping the wire so you don't damage the stalk. Spiral the rest of the wire around your fingers and pull them out slightly for a loose spiral. 

3.  When you have wired all the orchids, cut several more lengths of wire and make loose spirals. These spirals will prevent the orchids from falling to the bottom of the vase. Place a few of the spirals at the bottom of the vase.

4.  Now add some orchids on top of the wire frame: make sure to have the orchids facing outwards. Place the orchids at different angles to give it a bit more interest. If you use a taller vase place the orchids at various heights so they look as if they are climbing up the vase. If you use pink orchids make sure to purchase pink floral wire. Once all the orchids are positioned, fill the vase to the top with water. You may need to reposition any orchids that move. Be careful not to bruise the flower. Finish by adding some of the remaining wire to any blank areas.

Enjoy!!