DIY Jasmine Garland

 Dark clouds, cool breeze, pleasant smell of earth, unfurled umbrellas, a warm drink , crunchy bites...... memories of the first showers. A week after the first showers, the local Jasmine shrubs  proudly display their scented magic in abundance.With all my concentration I try picking flower buds, viewing from all angles, searching above and under a hidden branch of Jasmine. After a lot of seeking, most pleased when I reach out to a hidden from sight bud. Finally return home with a satisfied smile of having harvested every ready to flower bud from each nook and corner of the shrub..

In the morning, much to my astonishment and amusement, the little shrub as if proudly announcing the winner- flowers of Jasmine smiling up at me! (Sigh.....I give up!:)) 

The flower I missed

Here is a tutorial on making a garland of Jasmine using natural fiber. The fiber used here is derived from the banana stem. since the fiber was a little thicker than needed, it was divided as you see in the picture below and hey that's my wonderful sister with the beautiful buds helping with the tutorial.

   

Banana stem string ready to use

Hold one end of the string firmly with the left thumb, index and middle fingers.Place two flower buds facing the opposite direction as shown.

Using the right hand form a loop around both the buds.

Now form another loop over the buds.

Pull gently the thread with right hand and tighten the loop. Be careful, as increased tension will cut the bud at the stalk.

Repeat with other buds till complete.

This is the other side of the garland, note the 'X's formed.

                                           Your garland is now ready to use. Enjoy! 

Note: Buds are placed in a plate/tray with a little water to prevent blooming.

You may use this method of weaving flowers for flowers with a long stalk.

Moggina Jade