My first time using these Dutch blue hydrangeas was a dismal failure. They were too dark, the vase was too brassy, the backdrop provided little contrast. This time I was determined to succeed.
After reading Fleur de Marie-Jacqueline's blog posts on Assumption flowers, I was disappointed to find no white roses, no white lilies, only the usual poms, alstroemeria and carnations. It was time to liven things up a bit with the Dutch blue hydrangeas from the garden- blue like Our Lady's veil!
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| They look purple in this picture! |
This is the first time I attempted preserving hydrangeas by submerging fresh-cut stems in boiling water for 30 seconds. We'll see what they look like by Sunday! I also put alum powder in the water and let them soak overnight.
Some of the blooms were very heavy and the stems a bit saggy so I used stem wire and floral tape to make them cooperate. This was a first as well!
Here they are on the altar. Assumpta est Maria!
Absolutely stunning! I'm glad you were able to use the blue hydrangeas and make them work. With all your labor I think they will hold up for Sunday.
ReplyDeleteI am glad you like them Marie-Jacqueline. There is so much blue in this church, the hydrangeas are a natural fit!
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