Easy DIY Orchid Arrangement (For Less Than $50)

Create an easy diy orchid arrangement that will cost you less than $50 but look like it came from a high-end boutique.

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After admiring so many beautiful orchid arrangements online, I decided I wanted one of my own for my dining room table. But when I looked at the actual cost of one, I was stunned that most of the large orchid bowls usually run in the $200-$400 range.

I decided that there HAD to be a better way so I found low-cost faux orchid stems that looked like the real thing, along with all the other supplies. When my orchid centerpiece came together, I was so impressed that such a stunning arrangement cost me less than $50!

And if you are a beginner, know that this is a super easy tutorial, and I walk with you through every single step of this simple tutorial!

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Supplies Needed for a Large Faux Orchid Arrangement

Orchid Centerpiece Ideas

Before you get started, check out some diy orchid arrangement ideas on Pinterest here. Be sure to find a couple images of orchid bowls you love.

These will be important to keep on hand as you put together your orchid wreath. Having a visual goal in front of you is the key to getting the exact look you want! (Shameless Plug: And while you’re there, check out Renovated Faith’s Pinterest Page.)

How To Make A DIY Orchid Arrangement

For this tutorial, I using beautiful but dated silver salad bowl that I found burried in the bottom of my china cabinet for the last 20+ years. I wasn’t a huge fan of grapes back then and I’m still not, but we are going to cover most of them with moss.

Disclaimer: If the person who gave me this salad bowl as a wedding gift is reading this post, please know that I’m sorry I haven’t used it and called it “dated”, but rest assured it will now be the centerpiece of my dining room for the foreseeable future.

Step 1: Prep Your ORchid Bowl With Foam

Cut pieces of floral foam to fit the inside of your bowl. Glue them together with hot glue.

Use a knife to shave off pieces of foam that don’t match the shape of the bowl.

This would have been faster with larger blocks of foam, but as long as it is the right general shape, it doesn’t have to be perfect or pretty.

In the inspiration images I liked, I noticed the moss was higher than the edge of the bowl, so I built up my floral foam to match that shape.

Step 2: Add Moss to Your Faux Orchid Arrangement

Cut a circle of miss just a little larger than the area of foam in your orchid bowl.

Glue the center of your moss circle on the foam to keep it in place.

Run a few inches of hot glue under the edge of the moss and tuck it under a little at a time. Be careful not to burn your fingers.

If you have a section that doesn’t look so great, cut a small piece of moss and just glue it over that area. Easy peasy!

Step 3: Start Adding Faux Orchid Stems

To add your first orchid stem, cut a small hole in the surface of the moss sheet.

Push both the orchid stem and dow rod into the hole at the same time.

See if you like the height of the orchid stem, and if it’s too tall, trim a little bit off the end. The length of my orchid stems was fine without trimming.

Add one of the small hair clips to keep the orchid stem and down rod together.

Cut the dow rod to the point where the orchid stem will start to curve. Do the same to the rest of your orchid stems.

Step 4: Add Leaves To Your DIY Orchid Centerpiece

The last step is to add leaves to the bottom of your orchids. I picked three sets of leaves and stuck them in on opposite sides of the stems.

Step 5: Curve the Stems of Your DIY Orchid Arrangement

Last, refer back to your inspiration pictures to see how to curve your orchid stems so they are pointing slightly downward. Don’t be afraid to be a little rough when binding the stems into place. If you curve them too much, you can just as easily bend them back.

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Final Thoughts on the DIY Orchid Arrangement for Beginners

Now that you know just how easy it is to create a stunning faux orchid arrangement, there’s nothing stopping you from transforming any planter or bowl you already own into a gorgeous display. Whether you want a single-stem piece or a full diy orchid bowl, these budget-friendly orchids prove that beautiful flower arrangements don’t have to cost a fortune. So gather your supplies, trust the process, and create a centerpiece that will put a smile on your face every day!

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