Hand-Tied Bouquet
Among the four main types of bridal bouquets—rounded, loose hand-tied, cascading, and overarm—hand-tied bouquets shine for their flexibility and natural charm. They're ideal for DIY brides because they come together quickly, can be adjusted or reworked easily, and don’t require floral foam or complex mechanics. The result? A bouquet that feels organic, artful, and totally personal. Whether you're aiming for a garden-style look or something wild and free-form, a hand-tied bouquet offers the freedom to design something that's truly you.
QUICK TIPS
Prep Your stems
Strip away leaves so your stems just have the blooms. Making them clean and easier to hold. Lay your flowers out in groups.
Start with Structure
Begin with a cluster of flowers in your hand — use the real showstopper blooms for the focal point to the bouquet.
Layer Thoughtfully
Using color and differing textures, add stems at an angle, spinning the bouquet around in your hand as your build. Holding the bouquet loosely, will allow you to wiggle any stem in or to a different height if you want to alter the arrangement.
Pro tip! Look in a mirror and snap some pictures on your phone while holding the bouquet to make sure you like the look from all sides.
Wrap it twice
First with floral tape or bind wire to secure the shape, then cover with ribbon, twine, or fabric to match your aesthetic.
Hydrate & Store
Trim stems to the same length and place in cool water immediately. Store somewhere cool and out of direct sun until you're ready to use it.
Interested in BULK BLOOMS?
We offer fresh-cut DIY flower buckets filled with seasonal stems, grown right here in Kokomo. You can also request specific florals if there’s something special in mind.
