Annie Vanderwarker has an encyclopedic knowledge of flower arranging that includes lots of clever tips:
•Don't feel as if you have to create a big, voluminous arrangement. Appreciate the simple beauty of a single flower or two artfully displayed.
•Don't use scented flowers in arrangements for a dinner table. The fragrance will compete with the aroma and taste of your food.
•Give flower stems a fresh snip on an angle before putting them in an arrangement. They'll absorb water better.
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