Fake Flower Arrangements3153727
Fake flowers and fake flower arrangements go back in history as far as the ancient Chinese, who fashioned them from silk and other cloth. The Egyptians used stained horns and the Italians created them utilizing dyed silkworm cocoons. By the 14th century the French seem to have perfected the creation of fake flowers. But the French Revolution caused those artisans to flee to England. By the early 1800's immigrants from England brought the trade to America.
The Victorian era fake flowers had been fashioned from velvet, calico, muslin, cambric, crepe and gauze. These flowers had been used to adorn clothing, whether it be gowns, hats or other accessories. Wood, porcelain and metal was also used. Wax flowers and these fashioned from human hair became popular. Celluloid flowers were introduced in the 1940's but because of their flammable properties had been banned from import from Japan. Plastic soon became the material of option, then polyester because of its low price and durability. The greater finish, much more realistic fake flowers were make from silk, rayon and cotton. Some creators of fake flowers were known to dissect real flowers petal by petal, so to replicate one as accurately and perfectly as possible.
The much more creative crafter would fashion fake flowers from shells, feathers, pods, seeds, paper or even ribbon. No matter what is used to produce fake flowers they are had been and are used to decorate clothing, accessories for the home. In May of 1960 Gimbles in New York City were selling fake flower arrangements for a mere $3.95, as well as, an expert to demonstrate how to create such arrangements.
There is no doubt that flowers, fake or the real thing bring a good touch to any room. They do not require to be used in just vases, but in wreaths, swags, tree and much, much much more. Any container will do for an arrangement. They will never replace a fresh arrangement but a fake flower arrangements without a doubt a much much more inexpensive and practical option. This type of flowers doesn't require to be kept to the season but fake flowers such as sunflowers or tulips can brighten a winter's day.
The size, colour and style of the flowers selected can improve any decor from modern to French nation. With manufacturers perfecting flowers in each variety and hue that even a bride on a tight spending budget is able to have stunning fake arrangements that add that unique touch to any wedding.
More and more we are seeing the use of fake flowers arrangements outside the home. Gardeners, green or brown thumbed, are taking benefit of this alternative. With all the craft, hobby and discount stores about there is a wide variety to chose from as well to fit any spending budget. With fake flowers it is easy to spruce up the porch and patios. There is no longer the excuse of allergies to use flowers to decorate your home.
