Oasis and Container
Use floral foam for fresh flower arrangements (often called oasis). This container has teeth in the bottom to hold the foam.

Tip: Water the foam thoroughly before using. Soak underwater 15-30 minutes.
See instructions for using floral foam.

Floral Candleholders
This shows a plastic floral candleholder. Place them into oasis before adding greens and flowers. Holders make it easy to change candles without disturbing the arrangement.

Candle(s) (optional)
Add 1, 2, or 3 candles to this arrangement. A large piller candle can also be used.

Tip: Taper candles should be placed 1 inch apart or more, so the heat from one candle won't melt the others. Never leave candles burning unattended.

Fresh Cedar Boughs
Cedar is a long lasting evergreen when purchased fresh and kept in water. Choose boughs that are nicely shaped, not too large, and have a fresh green color.

Evergreen stems
Use additional evergreen boughs for added interest, such as this juniper branch with blue berries.

Tip: Use a variety of sizes and shapes of greens. White pine, balsam, or Fraser fir tips make good filler. When buying a bunch to use in arrangements, choose boughs with fresh green tips on small stems that will be easy to cut apart.
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