Whimsical Garland
Versatile Garland for Wedding & Events
Time: 15 minutes and 50 seconds | Season: All Year Round
Welcome to July’s floral design tutorial on the Academy! This month, we’re embracing all things natural, light, and whimsical with a beautiful foliage garland that’s as versatile as it is stunning.
In this step-by-step lesson, you’ll learn how to create a flowing garland using a trio of elegant greenery: asparagus fern, leatherleaf, and soft ruscus. Whether you’re designing for a wedding, special event, or styled shoot, this garland is perfect for draping from beams, framing doorways, styling tablescapes, or weaving through a venue for that ethereal, garden-inspired feel.
Lightweight, romantic, and easy to adapt, this design will quickly become a go-to in your floral toolkit.
If you would like to recreate the design, you will need the following foliage and equipment:
| Quantity | Plant Materials/Equipment |
|---|---|
| 1 roll | Garden Twine |
| 10 stems | Asparagus Mix |
| 1 bunch | Soft Ruscus |
| 1/2 bunch | Leatherleaf |
| 1 bunch | Pistache |
| 10 stems | Pittosporum |
| 1 pair | Scissors or Secateurs |
You will be able to find all the items mentioned in today’s tutorial on the wholesale webshop here. The wholesale cost of the equipment and plant materials cost less than £25 (ex VAT) for 6ft garland. This does depend on how ‘full’ you wish to make the garland and other factors come into play.
This whimsical greenery garland is perfect for adding movement and texture to your designs — and it’s easier to make than it looks! Whether you’re decorating a barn wedding, styling a marquee, or adding a touch of magic to a table scape, this tutorial gives you the skills to do it with confidence.
Join us now and explore the full tutorial on the Academy — we can’t wait to see where your creativity takes you!