| For a simple yet festive holiday centerpiece, try this topiary of Gerbera Daises. A holiday-inspired mug is filled with a topiary Christmas tree of red Gerbera Daisies and tied with a festive holiday ribbon. Cranberries - a holiday tradition - cover the foam for a picture perfect look.
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You will need:
10 red Gerbera Daisies
One red or green mug
One-half brick floral foam
Two-feet holiday ribbon
Fresh cranberries
One rubber band
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| Step 1: Fill container with wet floral foam (soaked in water for at least 30 minutes). Gather the flowers in the web of your hand (between thumb and other fingers), holding them just under the bloom. The flowers should tuck neatly into each other. If right handed gather the flowers in your left hand. Rubber band the stems together and bring the rubber band up just under the blooms. This will make the Gerberas perky and straight.
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| Step 2: Hold all the stems of the flowers in a neat bundle. Insert the bunch into the center of the floral foam. |
| Step 3: Cover the floral foam with fresh cranberries. Using your favorite holiday ribbon, tie a bow around the rubber band. For trans-seasonal appeal, change the color of the Gerberas or try other flower varieties as Iris, standard and miniature Carnations, Chrysanthemums, Roses and Lilies. Be sure to match the container and ribbon to the season.
Let your imagination run wild!
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