Goal: To discover the basic concepts of corsage and boutonniere creation.

Description: This presentation is a beginner’s guide to creating corsages and boutonnieres. From the materials needed to create these designs to intricate multi-bloom corsages, this presentation covers it all. Simple single bloom corsages and boutonnieres are discussed step-by-step along with in-depth discussions of the materials and mechanics of each design. Collaborator: Kelly Marble, AIFD, AAF

Objectives:

1. To identify tools and supplies needed to plan the creation of a corsage or boutonniere.

2. To plan and construct various types of corsages and boutonnieres.

3. To determine the appropriate flowers and foliage for various occasions.

4. To evaluate artistic decisions in boutonniere and corsage creation.