How long have I wanted to make a DIY Flower Crown? Probably since I started this blog two years ago. The goal is to someday get new a new headshot with a flower crown in my hair…and that has been the goal for two years. So, I finally made one. It was easier and more difficult than I imagined (I think I am not good with floral tape) but I’ll explain.
There is something about flowers in one’s hair…It’s why part of the reason why I named the blog what I did which was before everyone started wearing flowers in their hair (which I am totally cool with) because a girl with flowers in her hair is pretty special.
Here is what you’ll need:Floral Tape | Floral Wire | Floral Wire Cutters | Greens | Flowers
From my experience, you can most definitely use real flowers or fake flowers. I happened to use fake because goodness knows when I will finally get a head shot done. I mean, I did one on my own…You’ll see below but I mean, it was a circus, shooting manually on a tripod and using a remote to get the photo. Also don’t forget that I did my hair and make up for this just hoping I would get some kind of picture with a human wearing this flower crown.First, measure with the floral wire around your head. Use the floral tape to overlap the ends and then it’s best to wrap the whole circlet with that floral tape.
Secondly, it is time for the greenery! I used two shades at the same time…It’s actually a trick I use for a lot of things.
I then started to add in some of the flowers and realized I bought way too much. But I was fortunate because everything was half off and now I have enough stuff to make so many flower crowns. Want one? Ha! Since this was my first DIY Flower Crown it was at this point that I realized the huge peony and huge rose probably wasn’t going to make the cut for this one. I guess I will have to make another.
And ta-da!
I wish you could see the circus that was taking place in order to get these photos–a tripod, trying to set up the photos manually, using a remote to take the photos. The things you do for blogging. But considering that I have wanted to do this for two years, I feel like the amount of sweat dripping down my face was worth it.
Have you ever made a flower crown? Do you have any questions?
Wow, how gorgeous are you? Breathtaking! Turned out beautifully! I’d love to do this but lack your patience. This might be a project for my momma…
Once I got in the groove, it wasn’t awful. And you can definitely just do the front of the side! Depends what you want!
So pretty and ethereal! xo, biana –BlovedBoston
Thanks, B!
Hey. If you are offering, I’ll take one lol. So beautiful.
Dang it! I already sent your bday!
So gorgeous! It turned out great!
Grazie! I was happy! I am happy because it was faux!
Hi Nina,
If you ever come to Maui again we will show you how to make Lei Poʻo. We use fresh flowers and similar to your crown. Every lei is made to fit, whether it is for the head, hat or around the neck.
with much aloha,
auntie kili
I still remember watching you guys make them! I would love that! xoxo
Don’t mind me….just oohing and aahing over here looking at not only the crown (LOVE!!) but also your photos. Love the ones of you as well as the crown. Major photography skills you have there!
If you could have seen how this shoot went solo…HILARIOUS
Just gorgeous! And I love this can be reused/re-worn whenever you need a little oomph in your day 😉
I’m wearing it right now…just kidding!
It turned out great Nina! So pretty…love those flowers in your hair 😉
Aw thanks, Emelia. I do love Flowers in My Hair….;)
Beautiful! You look like a fairy. 😉 I can totally see this being a fun project to make at a birthday party. For adults and kids!
Aw, thanks!! Yes, they would be so fun for kids and adults!
This flower crown is gorgeous! You make it look so easy to make, too! hahah I am sooo that girl who does those kind of things for blogging. A good picture is worth it, though! These all look sooo good!!
xo, Candace | Lovely Little Rants
I don’t always…but I felt like you had to see it on my head. Haha.
Nice
Thanks!
loooooove it.
thanks, girllll!
I remember making these flower crowns with my mom when I was a little girl. They’re absolutely gorgeous, aren’t they? You look beautiful 🙂
I love it now that it is done. Haha. And it was worth it. Thanks, girl!
Love it!
I like it too!
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