Whether you have purchased your dried poppy Relx Vape online or harvested them from your own personal garden it is best to air dry them shortly after you receive them. A popular method of doing this is to wrap the stems together into a small bundle and then hanging the bundles upside down either from a wall or clothing line. An important thing to be aware of is that the poppies will release hundreds of seeds during the drying process so it is recommended that you place a bucket directly underneath to capture any seeds that may fall. Although it is the least popular method, poppy pods can also be dried upright in containers. Some professional florists like the physical attractiveness of curved and contorted stems to augment their creative dried arrangements. The dried poppy pods can be used in an endless array of methods to add texture and create unique designs in dried floral arrangements. Poppy seed pods are quite often affiliated with autumn floral arrangements but they are also perfect for almost any type of seasonal decoration.
With the huge variety of possible arrangement ideas poppy uses can meet almost every type and form of occasion. For example, wreaths are actually quite popular in all seasons and not just a select few. Such a wreath would be the aromatic herb wreath which complements the neutral colors of a dried poppy pod and aids in enhancing the more vibrant colors of dried flowers like the red pepper berry, marjoram and marigold. The dried poppy pods unique form also enhances the overall aesthetics appeal of the arrangement. Tinier more delicate wreaths that utilize the neutral shades of poppy pods to compliment the lighter purple shades and delicate texture of lavender, can produce a delightful accent in almost any environment. Furthermore, the neutral color of the dried poppy pod is a fantastic compliment to the ever popular Christmas wreath by emphasizing the stronger colors of winter berries and various green color herbs.
Dried floral bouquet arrangements are also another popular idea. Bigger more spherical flowers can be used like peonies and hydrangea stems may be cut short so that they can be placed facing upwards and diagonally towards the sides. Adding some white branches from oriental paper bushes can add a very elegant form in the overall arrangement. A knot at the bottom will greatly help in positioning the flowers over the branches of the oriental paper bush. The contorted poppy stems will circle around the flowers to distract from their bulky forms.
Currently, professional florists have been developing dried floral arrangements in brand new directions. No longer are they creating dried flower arrangements to stand alone on a desk or shelf but are working to compliment stylish new interior designs in trendy condominiums and apartments. Dried poppy pods are a fashionable choice to line the front edge of a line decoration that utilizes 3 main flowers species worked in vertical lines at varying heights. The container of choice is quite often a simple square box covered with ivy leaves.
For more specific holidays, such as Halloween, the use of large ovoid poppies as accent pieces is common place. The pods are spray painted in orange and black colors. Stencils are used to create silhouettes of witches or pumpkins or even words. The complete pieces are then placed throughout bundles of hay or on patios and decks.
Another creative use for the most popular holiday of all, Christmas, is to decorate your very own Christmas tree. Begin by putting a Styrofoam cone into a box that allows the cone to fit tightly inside. The outer edge of the cone should meet the inner edge of the container. A good thing to use here is a pedestal base. Work some strong wire edged ribbon directly up the cone and then intertwines back down the length of the cone. Push the stem of the 1 large pod at the top and put other smaller to medium sized poppy pods around the cone. Finally, fill in the remainder of the cone with dried lavender in sections.
Another great use, which is completely different and works with any seasonal project, is to first find a pot. After that you will need to choose some similar sized poppy pods. Put some green florist sponge into the bottom of the pot. Take the poppies and cut off the stems approximately 1 inch from the top of the head and stick them into the sponge in equal rows. As an accent to your arrangement it is suggested that you place some moss around the base of the poppy heads. This type of dried floral arrangement is especially alluring if you include dried flowers of the current season you are working in.
Dried poppy pods also work extremely well in potpourri bowls. To create this you will need a handful of dried poppy pods, dried apple cuts, wood shavings, dried berries and pomegranates or any other fragrant varieties of dried floral and fruits. Place them together with a scent of your choice, which you can easily buy from your local crafting store, to sweeten up the aroma. You can place the poppy potpourri in a traditional bowl or you can be really creative and pour all the potpourri into one colossal dried poppy. To attempt this ultimate creation you will need to cut off about one third of the top of the poppy head and then empty out the seeds. Now you have the perfect poppy potpourri bowl for any room of your home or office.