Making a Rose Dome with Rajiv Surendra (Flower Arranging)

Roses are readily available year-round at even the grocery store. Every now and then, Rajiv makes a very elaborate 'Rose Dome'. This technique can also be used to make an arrangement with just a single bunch or roses, in a much smaller container.
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★ TABLE OF CONTENTS ★
• 1:00 Lining for drainage
• 3:00 Oasis preparation for the arrangement
• 7:00 Like cutting cheese
• 8:15 Plastic lining
• 9:00 Six to 8 dozen roses
• 11:30 Arranging the flowers as a dome
• 12:20 Cut the stem at an angle in a row
• 19:48 Adding the top row
• 20:30 Adjust and twist the roses as you go
• 21:30 Find Roses that are opened at various sizes to fit the top portion
• 23:01 The ending portion (Don’t settle!)
• 24:21 Look at eye level
• 25:38 The finished product
• 26:32 Placement in the apartment
• 27:46 Rose dome in the sunlight
💡 TOPICS IN THIS VIDEO 💡
• Roses
• Flower arrangement
• Preparing the jardiniere
• How to cut the roses for the dome
• Sticking roses into the oasis
• 3-4” stem cuts are enough
• Pour water in between rows to keep all flowers hydrated
• Roses of different opening sizes for arrangement
• How to cut the stems in preparation
• There’s always a front and a back to flower arrangements
• Tweaking the flower placement for the dome
• Bring fresh flowers into your life
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[@heatherheight]

Sipping coffee in bed while watching Rajiv arrange roses, what a lovely way to set the pace on a Saturday morning.

[@zanbudd]

I’m gonna rock my tax return after this 🦋🙏🏼

[@sallyb7472]

I hope someone brought you that cup of coffee!😊

[@highseasailing8624]

Ha so am I on a Friday morning! In Sydney, ❤

[@echomoonstar8235]

“Going out and splurging on roses like this on a random Tuesday” = Romancing the Ordinary ❤

[@Stitchingplanet_Janet]

❤❤❤

[@AmbrosiaK]

"Romancing the Ordinary" love that. ❤

[@chinitafierce]

I don’t know why but I seriously loved the point where you are rummaging around for a knife… “that’s a chisel, that’s a hammer…” made me laugh. You are so real. Thanks for not editing it out.

[@nostraa6125]

I thought the same thing. LOL.

[@zeal1438]

Me too! and he returns with a smile and a spackle knife :D

[@Rebeka1589]

Same loved it

[@soulence2845]

I was taught that when you cut a rose the stem immediately “takes a breath” and if you cut them in the air, the stem will “inhale” an air bubble. When that rises to the top you see the rose bend over like a candy cane. So you should cut the rose under water so they take a sip instead and the stem is completely hydrated.

[@utahdan231]

It doesn’t matter. When you cut them 45 angle put them to water at once. It rather depends on freshness of flowers.

[@floraluxla]

This is correct, but more importantly; using warm to hot water for roses will help them take up water better.

[@friendosal6017]

This brings back memories! I did my undergrad at Oklahoma State University and I was already accepted to a PhD program my last semester and did not have major requirements left. I took a floral arrangement class as an elective because I love flowers and design - we had the same advice about cutting stems under water. This class was in the horticulture department which makes a lot of sense, given how much science is involved in plant cultivation and farming. Amongst many [male] farming science majors, this class had a reputation for being an "easy A." It was really sweet how the young men in my class would make amazing arrangements and then would announce to each other at the end of class, "my Momma will love this," or "this is for my girl." No shame in creating something beautiful, yet flowers are so taboo to our trad concepts of masculinity.

[@reallyaprilstarr]

@@friendosal6017living in OKC right now, and love this story! You’ve inspired me to see if there are any community flower arranging classes here.

[@jenicherrybennett]

Taking this in mind, I assume the breath occurs when the rose is 1st cut from the bush as well? Does this mean twice it’s done this? 🥀

[@toddvanalstyne6116]

This guy calms me down. I appreciate the simplicity and beauty of all his videos.

[@mikibravado3979]

@toddvanalstyne6116 yes...so therapeutic

[@user-ft8hc8qs1z]

reminds me of things my mother, grandmother, great grandmother always spoke of, from cleaning, to practicalities to flower arranging and arts. I actually think if my Nana was still alive and living in Toronto , (when he returns), they would have been friends

[@bandteesnboots]

I love how he encourages the purchase of flowers not only for special occasions, honestly which is mostly marketing. In his other videos, he also cultivates the idea we should always use our ‘nice things’ and not just tuck them away for special events. Beauty and practicality can coincide, and I think he is a great example of showing us that ❤

[@zanbudd]

Anytime you are working with your hands and a song comes to mind, singing that sing will expand your soul and add magic to your work🦋🙏🏼🪷

[@pamelavans5116]

Tips to make your flowers last longer: (I've had roses last 3 weeks plus 2 days) inspect flowers when buying, as old bunches are often mixed in with new. Condition flowers by cutting stems and removing ALL leaves that would be below the water, and then place in fresh, cool water for at least 1 hour. Then arrange your flowers in your display container, giving the stems a fresh cut, to the desired length. Keep the arrangement as cool as possible! The roses that lasted 23 days were kept in my bedroom, where the window never closes. Hot, dry living rooms are about the worst place to have flowers. At least put the flowers in a cool place at night if possible. It is NOT necessary to cut stems under water, but keep roses as cool as possible! 🌹

[@bettenotap4791]

Not only is the arrangement beautiful but you also made the vessel. Incredible! 🌹 🍁 🌹

[@joyhaave6151]

Just sat down with first cup of coffee and am delighted to enjoy it with this new video by Rajiv...good morning indeed!

[@rajivsurendra]

Yay! Good morning ;-)

[@claudiafinelle7252]

Same!such wonderful company to have

[@claudiafinelle7252]

I just finished my breakfast of almond pancake with a dollop of yogurt, topped with strawberries and raspberries. The raspberries smell like roses and you’ve been the perfect company. Good morning Rajiv❤

[@claudiafinelle7252]

My grandmother had a gardenia tree( we call it jasmine in Uruguay) and when it bloomed it was so abundant that she would put little bouquets of gardenias all over the house and there would still be flowers on the tree. The whole house smelled like gardenias.

[@DC-vg7qi]

@@claudiafinelle7252 Jasmines and Gardenias are my most favourite flowers. What a visual and olfactory experience you gave us. I can just see and smell them. Thank you.

[@LavenderandLinen]

I am a florist. I have been a floral designer since I was 16 years old; which has been a few years. 😉 And yet, an instructional video on a topic that I am already well acquainted with that has been posted by Rajiv is still a must see. ❤ Beautifully done, Rajiv! I would watch your video even if you were teaching us how to watch paint dry!

[@rajivsurendra]

I'm honored and flattered, thank you!

[@marionandrews176]

I think there will be a run on roses today at every supermarket. Another beautiful video!

[@rajivsurendra]

Thank you ;-)

[@carolynthompson6518]

I was just thinking where can I buy roses today - forgot about my local supermarket. - thank you 🌹🌹🌹

[@suzanbrowning3980]

I’m waiting for my Earth Angels, Madame Annisette, Eden climber, and Cherry Parfait to bloom… it will be a few weeks but just to say good morning to them every morning brings me joy❤️

[@rajivsurendra]

I can see them in my mind, what a wonderful thing to have roses in the garden.

[@bonnerdebbie]

Thanks Rajiv, your rose dome is stunning. About two months ago I started buying flowers at the grocery store even when I was the only one who would see the arrangement, it makes me happy every time I see them!!

[@mariannetracy4248]

When Easter Sunday passed, I wasn't ready to stop having fresh flowers (hyacinths in a pot this time of year for me). I wished that Easter should last longer, and then it struck me that it probably does....so I Googled and learned that traditionally the "Easter Season" includes two more Easter-related holy days. Folks would wish one another "Happy Easter" all throughout. In 2024 it goes until MAY 19th. So now I'm buying fresh flowers every week and treating myself well for the whole season. LOVE IT! (I observe Christmas until January 6th .... and then count the days until Candlemas day -- big dinner with a multitude of candles. There are seasonal meanings to all of these, which helps tie us closer to nature. )

[@helenvalencia]

I had to immediately paused the video to comment that Rajiv's beautiful singing inspired a big smile on my face. I am having a stressful week and appreciate the lightness of Rajiv's energy when he is in his element

[@Asatyba]

As i saw this flower arrangement in one of the last videos in the background i wondered if we would see how to make one ourselves🌹My grandmother told me that flowers in a bouquet can make a room smile and i love to place fresh flowers in our entry way every now and then. I am alway so happy when i pass it😊 Will you show how to build a beatiful vase/ jardiniere? like that? I guess theres intricate detail involved in making one by hand 😇😍

[@rajivsurendra]

I agree with your grandmother.

[@debranielsen2002]

It’s amazing the things I have been watching just because this talented man posts it. ❤😂

[@mysteriousu5528]

I had a croissant with a cup of Indian tea. I was preparing something for lunch and opened the yt and Rajiv uploaded a video😂. Nothing can beat to start the weekend with Rajiv's video. Good morning.

[@rajivsurendra]

Thanks for watching!

[@ritabutler1951]

I have taken to buying three lovely long stem roses on Saturday morning at the farmer’s market. I have a vase that fits them perfectly and they last all week. It’s the little things that bring joy. With so much terrible news out there it is lovely to have bits of beauty and a calm space to come home to.

[@flatcreek4665]

Super Saturday…woke up to Rajiv’s beautiful singing voice and watch him make a lovely rose dome! Thank you for another fun video. 🌹🌹

[@johnstreeten5804]

Rajiv is my religion

[@mdm1210]

Thank you, again, Rajiv.... for bringing such warmth, joy and soulfulness to the world :) .... and beauty too, as always!

[@isabelleskiss]

If you already have the idea that Rajiv can do anything, then he confirms this: 💛 Rajiv can really do ANYTHING, even sing a romantic song in German!💛 How beautiful!💛💛💛

[@ChickpeaTwo]

Some tips: 1. Start with where you want your highest flower to be to create a more consistent shape. 2. You don’t really want to pull the flowers back out of the Oasis to alter the shape because that leaves a hole in the foam that the flower can’t effectively drink from anymore. Source: My florist mom yelling at me when I work for her. 🤣

[@ritabutler1951]

Mom’s know best. Especially since she is a florist. ❤

[@hazeld7216]

The way the oasis triangles that Rajiv cut fits perfectly was so satisfying 😌

[@joycemansfield1108]

I love you , ive worked with oasis b4. One tip i have for you is as a hairdresser of 40 yrs when you use scissors dont use your middle finget use your ring finger ,thats how i was taught and it gives much more fluidity. 😊😊😊😊😊

[@marvymaxee]

I agree with having fresh flowers in my home, just because. I almost always have at least one bouquet in my apt; I especially love seeing them in my bathroom! Thanks for this tutorial. ❤

[@mentalmumma7128]

I often think about the reality of how royally we live in comparison to not so long ago. I feel regal just watching this :) the beauty within you shows in all you do Rajiv. Thank you for sharing x

[@pman2916]

What a perfect intro😊 I didn't know about letting the water seep into oasis, great tip. Also I never put flower food in at all, so that also was helpful. Absolutely stunning rose arrangement. Thank you Rajiv🌹

[@xi-8840]

Just because. And as a gift someone would doubly love the energy and effort put into this. Grocery store roses and a thrifted container will take time but way less money. Unforgettable

[@powersandassoentdorothya8981]

Well for the life of me I can't find my comment so unintentionally I might have added it to someone else. It said something like roses are my favorite I love the red but I discovered white with purple flowers with yellow centers you know the ones the name escapes me but it makes a gorgeous arrangement❤ thanks again and Be Good To Yourself 🙏💜🕯️

[@zeal1438]

That was so meditative.. and the last shot with the ray of sun through the window was perfect! You had us in rapt attention through the whole thing.

[@MezzaLoey]

It’s midnight in South Australia. Thank you for this delightful video! Love it! 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@joycemansfield1108]

Love you aussies!

[@MezzaLoey]

@@joycemansfield1108 awww love you too from🇦🇺

[@wakingtheworld]

An arrangement in an urn of your creation! B.E.A.U.T.I.F.U.L. Yes, sod society's convention: Do what sparks you joy. Buy a gift for a friend on their un-birthday! And another one - Why is it only women get flowers? I bought a beautiful bouquet for an Italian guy once; he was pleasantly surprised & told me that each day he came downstairs, he'd bury his nose in its perfume.

[@rebecanelson207]

I agree- why not make the ordinary everyday special--why wait. Thanks. 🎈

[@DwarfDragonwulf]

Thank you, Rajiv, for yet another beautiful video and bringing peace to my mind. There was drama at the neighbour's today, it was quite disturbing. Thank you for making my mind peaceful.

[@cielosky7838]

Thank you Rajiv and Happy Saturday. Started my morning enjoying your video. Now on to morning tea and the farmers market. Prefect.

[@kaciecarmichael8888]

Those roses look great in that white bucket too…. Everything Rajiv posts is beautiful ❤

[@HeatherShreve]

This is awesome...YOU are awesome. 😃I gather wild things all the time, and people say there' no one that can make wildflowers and weeds look better than me, lol...I'm sure you too are one of those people.

[@sangeetabeads7162]

It took me long many years to buy flowers for myself. Whenever I have flowers in a vase. I actually carry the vase around the house wherever I am working. But to buy these many roses would be extravagant

[@AhhhSukeSuke]

Grow your own roses 🌹 ❤

[@user-vz5tl9ur5u]

Γεια σου απο την Αθηνα εχεις πολυ καλο γουστο σε ευχαριστω για τις εικονες που μας φερνεις!

[@annwright1885]

Perfection Tuesday!

[@desco7628]

My mom isn’t really into roses but because I love them she plants them! 😅missing her green thumb. She can grow everything! I’ll do this later …❤

[@daisylee298]

I am saving this episode - for years I’ve called the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens to get into their horticulture class and each time I either called too early, too late, or the class was full. You just satisfied a lot of past years - as usual, YOU ARE THE BEST of KZbin- thank you so much -

[@melaniederima2314]

I so agree with the he random acts of self love 💕

[@MS-wg2pn]

Couldn’t dream of getting so many roses or any other flowers on any ordinary day because they are so expensive where I live in Australia!

[@tamiwithani]

Same here in Trinidad. We have lots of wild flowers though, so I make arrangements with that

[@nadiakennedy2069]

I agree with an idea of buying flowers whenever i what to. My husband and i agreed not to follow the trends , he can get me flowers anytime, just because!

[@user-kw3mx4jm9u]

Exquisite! To smile with a bed of roses! 🌹🌹🌹

[@SpottedTiger89]

Lol! I've been thinking about your jardiniere and even began a search for an urn flower vase😅 this video came at the right time! What a welcomed synchronicity😊

[@barbaracarlson1331]

Stunning!

[@taliaaalia5175]

Stunning.

[@floraluxla]

Beautiful arrangement and wonderful instruction, Rajiv! 😍You could potentially get an even longer-lasting arrangement by using chicken wire (I acknowledge you mentioned you usually use chicken wire.) It's not as easy in the style (stunning!) vase you've made, but that's the fun challenge, in my opinion. Oasis is a toxic, microplastic material that the floral industry is really trying to educate people to move away from - and it does come with the convenience or ease factor as a trade-off. It would be so fun to do a collaborative floral instruction video with you!

[@m.maclellan7147]

Could you use those giant sponges one uses to wash a car with ? Would be reusable to a point !?

[@floraluxla]

@@m.maclellan7147 hmmm, I’m not sure exactly what you’re talking about, but I would venture to guess that a sponge wouldn’t hold the weight of most stems and wouldn’t be a renewable or biodegradable material. Agrawool is an environmentally friendly Oasis alternative, but it only works with certain flowers and specific applications. So I just use chicken wire or curly willow mainly. 🙃

[@elizabethfaraone]

I used to buy flowers once a week and make arrangements. There was a woman who sold flowers just outside my subway station and she always had different flowers each week and I only had to spend $25 for enough flowers to make a large arrangement.

[@divineoracle7459]

I'm good to myself everyday roses okay but I have a preference for another flower🤗💓 that's beautiful just the same.

[@user-vv4hg7me1q]

Welcome back...

[@LisaApril]

I've always loved flower arranging. My first job was cutting flowers from the owners field and selling them at the farmers market in bouquets. It was heaven in that field. There is a show in San Francisco that takes Paintings and shows them with a florists creation based on the painting. It's called bouquets to Art. The most stunning bouquet I remember was a painting of a beautiful elegant woman and a flower arrangement accompanying it looking just like the ladies figure in colors, including her head. I've never forgotten that.

[@johannab1981]

This is the most beautiful thing I have ever seen!!!! 🌹

[@Cactina]

Oh it is so beautiful!!!

[@Stitchingplanet_Janet]

You are perfection 🥰❣️❣️❣️

[@scscraps6119]

Beautiful

[@flowerpower1272]

So relaxing thank you

[@bonniew7736]

You are truly amazing! 🌹

[@desco7628]

Rides are my favorite!!!🎉❤

[@Englishroserebecca]

Wow beautiful. ❤

[@tamiwithani]

I really enjoyed this video. Very calming to look atm and i love your ethos on enhancing life with little luxuries. I would love to see a video about curating a wardrobe mindfully. I am moving from the Caribbean to Japan (2 seasons to 4-5), and i am a bit overwhelmed. You seem to know just exactly what you like and how to not have too much of it. Thank you

[@lc9902]

Simply beautiful indeed.❤🌹🌹

[@WheatleyOfKW]

Musical performances while the artist creates a flower arrangement would be a joy to watch live😊

[@leslieraymond8458]

Beautiful arrangement, thanks Rajiv!

[@AB.926]

Want a brown people hair care video lol. Please entertain us. Love how you style your tangles❤

[@lisabassett-vp2wx]

Rajiv is always surprising and inspiring me in ideas to do in my mountain home. Thank you for this beautiful classical enchanting arrangement 😊

[@kennedyyyx615]

you ate bestie

[@tonnaleebowen6987]

So pretty! I love how you angled the base of the container on an angle of your table.

[@Stitchingplanet_Janet]

6 to 8 😳wow!

[@lindajanke6194]

Prepping asparagus for tomorrow night's dinner and in the background, my friend, Rajiv, is telling me how to make a domed flower arrangement. It is so informative, peaceful and inspiring. Thank you for keeping me company while I cook.

[@anitahall3340]

Just lovely ❤

[@Silvamayo]

Beautiful!😍

[@ishadar7538]

Just magnificent!!!❤

[@granduck1]

Love what you are creating

[@nies.2705]

I grew up watching Bob Ross videos and this gives me that same vibe. Just calm and happy ❤

[@st_nita]

Ich liebe dich Rajiv❤, du machst das wunderbar!

[@glennmccoy7910]

Lovely

[@jerrycratsenberg989]

Beautiful! Thank you for sharing!

[@larrymoons2258]

Absolutely beautiful roses!!

[@booshkoosh7994]

Thank you, Rajiv, for the video!

[@ritabutler1951]

You can also do a smaller bowl to contain the costs.

[@jessicaskok6157]

I made your flower arrangement my screen saver! Love it!

[@AD-yk7mf]

It’s beautiful Raji ❤

[@mariannedressler6784]

This was so satisfying ❤

[@elizabethfaraone]

I love Rajiv

[@araucaria5173]

Very lovely .

[@krystalcastillo4537]

BEAUTIFUL ❤😊

[@azzamarwan5476]

I love your flowers 🌹 arrangements

[@jolenejohnson8924]

I love this

[@IlseGruber]

Lieber Rajiv, deine Videos dind eine reine Wohltat für Seele und Geist. Ich bin dankbar für jeden deiner Beiträge und ich liiiebe es dich Deutsch singen und reden zu hören! Take care, we all need you!

[@deborahdesigner3226]

Your voice is sooooo beautiful!!!!!❤

[@natividadchan1869]

Beautiful work! ❤🎉

[@gigi61619]

Thank you.

[@MagisterialVoyager]

You're such a delight as always! Thank you for making me smile.

[@judithanndohar]

Thank you for treating us with this stunning arrangement !🌹