Wire and tape a wrist corsage - and, yes, I did use the “C” word

Wire and tape a wrist corsage for a wedding

[@tammywest2819]

From a complete novice, its basic and to the point. Brilliant. Just what I needed x

[@candimilliard2056]

So glad to hear it!

[@renaetieman6581]

Ok I know I’m so late to the party but I’m brushing up on my corsage work (after taking 20yrs off to raise kids and now I’m back to work) and this was EVERYTHING! I. Love. You!!!! Simple, demonstrative, and FREAKING HILARIOUS!!! Thank you!!!

[@candisfloral6045]

You got this!

[@renaetieman6581]

@@candisfloral6045 I was able to do 20 or so corsages and boutonnières. I only struggled with 1 monstrosity for a gal who wanted a wristlet, a lot of baby’s breath, 5 spray roses, and for it to swirl up her arm. I wrestled with that one for hours.

[@margaretwatkins4290]

Prefect tutorial. I worked in the industry for years, yet never had anyone explain things so well.

[@candimilliard2056]

wow, thanks so much the compliment!

[@somamukherjee5792]

Best tutorial for wrist coursage! Thank you for being a great teacher to us novices.

[@candimilliard2056]

Sure!

[@luvmy9indy]

I have been watching mandy tutorials. This is by far the best one. And I love your personality. Thank you this was perfect!

[@candimilliard2056]

who's mandy? is she any good? HAHAHAHA. very appropriate given my slip up! Thank you for your kind words!

[@lisaanim1]

😂 your c-word slip up was perfect😂 great tutorial thank you 🙏🏻

[@candisfloral6045]

Lol

[@Sldejo]

My daughter’s boyfriend bought a beautiful corsage that was glued. I made a corsage from this vid. Guess what lasted all night without roses falling off? Old school wire.and.tape. Thank you for sharing this talent!

[@candimilliard2056]

YES baby!!!!!! Old school rulz

[@frankeyaatkinson4891]

Omg “old school!” I learned these old-school techniques back in the early 2000s when my mom had a floral shop. Fast forward I’m getting married in two weeks and I’ve decided to do wrist corsages for our moms. I called myself brushing up on the technique only to hear that it is old-school now and there’s something called floral glue. 😳🤯

[@candisfloral6045]

Old school rulz. People that don’t wire and tape are square. Lol

[@kaitlinpennington8211]

I was already enjoying the video, then you mixed up "blunt cut" and I loved it even more.

[@candimilliard2056]

OMG! I couldn't stop, I was almost at the end of the video. OOPS!

[@noelleporter7402]

Thank you so much for the quick way to make a corsage I have been making corsages with hot glue and it just takes forever I do precision work so now I can do it the way you showed me and just breeze right through all the orders thank you so much

[@candimilliard2056]

YES! I've turned you! LOVE IT

[@tonyameeks44]

Most people chat to much yadada you get to the point and teach the main factors which I love!! Making one for teen in 2 weeks . Appreciate you so much.

[@candimilliard2056]

LOL. I love to talk...but usually with intention and no yada yada yada! Reminds me of a Seinfeld episode......

[@sarablum1327]

Thank you. I'm a complete amateur that makes just a few each year for homecoming for my kids! I come back for refresher every time. THANK YOU

[@candisfloral6045]

Thank you. I’m so glad I can be a part of your journey.

[@the_phuckery_is_real7252]

Takes me back to first year horticulture in school. Lol. Didn't think we would EVER be finished taping and wiring as first year students. It felt like latke work but now I'm grateful 😆

[@candimilliard2056]

So grateful! Gotta learn those tedious lessons

[@lindamueller6969]

Love this video! I am rewiring a 70 year old Christmas corsage from my childhood. For some reason years ago I separated the bits and pieces to hang as ornaments on my tree. I still have all the parts and now I want to put it back together. This will be a fun little project for me! Thank you!

[@candimilliard2056]

How wonderful! Enjoy

[@monicabrown2334]

I just love this video! I giggle everytime I come across it. Old School Florist Techniques win every time. I've been doing it this way for 20 yrs. I really don't like the cold glue technique for corsages.

[@candimilliard2056]

I'm glad you enjoy it!

[@loriburritt9750]

35 years for me.. definitely Old School wins

[@candisfloral6045]

@@loriburritt9750 agreed

[@carolinethompson80]

Thank you for this tutorial! BY FAR the best video I've seen- and I've watch a lot of them. You explained it so perfectly. This is exactly what I am wanting. Can't wait to try it! You had me giggling with the accidental C word. HA!

[@candisfloral6045]

Haha. You can always dm me to ask questions. Good luck.

[@carrieanngrant92]

I make corsages at work. I have been unable to find glue... With prom season near we were trying to figure out our plan. They mentioned using wire I immediately panicked, and went to KZbin. Luckily I came across your video! It made me excited to return to work and give it a try!!! Can't wait to see your next videos! Thank you!!!!!

[@SuziMoret]

Love this video! Straight…to the point…raw and real!

[@candisfloral6045]

It’s the only way to be.

[@ql9366]

Love it! And you are so good at explaining everything in details. I appreciate it so much ! I am going to give it a try to save my son some money . Where can I get all the supplies that you used other than the flowers 😁thanks again !

[@candisfloral6045]

Sorry for the late reply. I’m sure you figured out you can get supplies at a craft store. Hope everything worked out.

[@Kami-kb4bu]

I've been searching tutorials on these for my daughters wedding.... Only reason I watched this was because of the header that you used the C word.... You are the best! Great tutorial. I subscribed, maybe I can find one with making bows too 😳😂Thank you!

[@candisfloral6045]

HAHA. Thanks for being curious! LOL. I have one on making bows…go to my page and search videos. Enjoy!

[@sarabeescutflowersmore795]

You're a great floral teacher!

[@candisfloral6045]

Thank you.

[@loriedrysdale7993]

Thank you! Great tutorial and probably one of the funniest slip ups I’ve heard in a long time!😂👏👏👏

[@candisfloral6045]

🤪

[@Katrina_Mitchell.47]

Thank you for being you! I love your personality, the way you teach, your comments, everything! I’m just a momma trying to make prom possible and you definitely helped me!

[@candimilliard2056]

I'm so glad I helped you! Keep doing you!

[@jen6740]

Best corsage video I’ve seen…from the title I thought the”c” word was corsage-hilarious! Great tutorial. Thank you!

[@candimilliard2056]

LOL. I wish that was all it was. hahaha

[@DeannaCbionerd]

A blunt WHAT?! lol Too funny. Thank you for the tutorial, very informative

[@candisfloral6045]

🤪

[@lesleypowell1903]

Fab thanks, would love a bow tutorial please 😊💐

[@candisfloral6045]

I have a bow tutorial! Subscribe and you’ll see all of my videos

[@nitabaker9851]

I love you! You’re a born teacher! Thank you for sharing your talented gift. You just blessed all the women in my church, if I can pull it off✨👍🏼💖🌺

[@candimilliard2056]

Oh my goodness! thank you for your such kind words. Were you able to pul it off?

[@flowerchick8691]

I really appreciate this tutorial. Everything about this video was informative the tone in your voice and execution was spot on. Thank you.

[@candimilliard2056]

wow, thanks so much! so nice of you!

[@dolphinlove24]

Excelente tutorial, thank you so much I’m going to do it for my daughter’s prom 👍🏼🌷

[@candisfloral6045]

Perfect1

[@irene-monique89]

True story, I only got to the beginning of the floral tape part and already I know I will subscribe. Thank you for this precise and very detailed video! I’ve watched so many, but your videos are all I need from here on out. I can tell. 💯👏🏽😍

[@candimilliard2056]

wow! That is very flattering. Love to hear it! If there are any other videos I can make that would help - would love to know.

[@Kalmontanna]

Thank you for this tutorial and all the great tips! I’m dying at the end!😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@candisfloral6045]

I know, I know - me too!

[@kaylynncolburn4626]

LMAO!!!! Lol!! I Loved your tutorial on this!! I’m a mom of several boys and girls and have made my own on occasion. The simplicity of how you do yours is amazing. I wish I could have seen this years ago!!!❤️

[@candimilliard2056]

thanks so much..it's never too late!

[@barbkonrad6361]

I like you! Can't beat wire & taping for stability & control. Thank you for showing the correct techniques. Great tutorial!

[@candimilliard2056]

LOL. thanks so much - I like you for saying all of that!!!

[@dianabisorca5420]

The best tutorial ever ..

[@candisfloral6045]

Wow! I’ll take it! Thanks for watching.

[@cherylbrown681]

What an excellent teacher you are! Slow and methodical . Doing daughter's wedding and you are helping me tremendously!

[@candimilliard2056]

Thank you so much! Congrats!

[@kaseyc4233]

I just want to thank you for this, your boutonnière and bow tutorials. I was able to make a set for my sons hoco dance on my first try! I watched many videos and yours were the best. THANK YOU!!!

[@candimilliard2056]

YAY! I'm so glad!

[@donnamoselsky]

Great instruction and down to earth teaching. Loved it

[@candimilliard2056]

Thank you!

[@laurenkrippel490]

The BEST tutorial! I’ve been searching and searching and wow! Perfectly explained and easy to follow! Thank you for sharing this tutorial! You make it look so easy!❤️

[@candimilliard2056]

You're Welcome! Glad I could help

[@f.e.8313]

Love this, Thanks for taking the time , and you have such a great personality, 🌺👍💕

[@candimilliard2056]

Of course! Thank you!

[@jenniferteets1767]

You just saved my bacon. I have to make 5 corsages for this Saturday. If I make them Saturday morning, can I put them in cello bags in the fridge for Saturday evening?

[@tonyameeks44]

I’ve watched many tutorials and yours in hands down the best informative well described how to video out there!! Thank you so much . Keep up the good work.❤️

[@candimilliard2056]

Awe, thanks so much!!! more to come!

[@gloriaguerrero3354]

Thanks for the tutorial and laughs! Cracked me up 🤣🤣

[@candimilliard2056]

Anytime!

[@lacilee1464]

I'm definitely going to try this! Thank you for teaching me a new technique 😊

[@candimilliard2056]

you're welcome

[@KimPeacock-sl7lc]

The instructions were great! Made my first one and it came out perfectly!

[@candisfloral6045]

Yay🎉

[@shelleythibault6154]

omg!!! the "C" word!! I LOVE IT!!! btw... i am a beginner thank you for the awesome clear and concise tutorial

[@lauralazaris9577]

Best corsage tutorial I have seen yet. Thank you!!

[@candimilliard2056]

You're welcome!

[@luzcepeda5127]

Thanks for show the beautiful and easy way to do it. You are the best.

[@candimilliard2056]

You're welcome!

[@thebetternewton]

I'm convinced I can make one for my daughter now

[@candisfloral6045]

Of course you can.

[@vapinggaming]

THANK YOU. This IS how it should be done. I'm so sick of seeing hot glue/cement glue and flowers... They should never go together in my opinion (Especially with professional florists!).

[@candimilliard2056]

AGREED!

[@nikijean2235]

I didn’t even know wire and tape was old school😅 and I’ve been doing this only 6 years. I’m just now learning about gluing and I don’t like it much😂

[@candimilliard2056]

BOO Glue! Come to the dark side of old school wire and tape! LOL

[@saylorwiley5955]

This is great! I love how you instruct.

[@candimilliard2056]

Thank you! It comes naturally!

[@MsSuzKelly]

Thank you so much ❤️❤️. Prom season coming up and with the Oasis glue being out of stock and the issues, I needed an alternative! I work a grocery store floral dept. This is going to be my go to from now on!!

[@candisfloral6045]

Yay! Old school is the best way

[@sallybeaudry654]

Thank you!!!❤. God bless you!!!❤

[@candimilliard2056]

you too!

[@bethmincey6998]

THANK YOU SO MUCH🌹 I Just found your videos and found that you are an EXCELLENT teacher. You include the very fundamentals along with some great tips. I will be following you from now on. Thank you so much..

[@candimilliard2056]

Awe, thanks. Glad I could help!

[@jo-lynnc5736]

Thank you for your honest tips.

[@candisfloral6045]

My pleasure!

[@ryanespinola]

Thank you for teaching us.❤ You're good.

[@candimilliard2056]

Of course! It's MY pleasure. I am glad that SO many people are benefiting from my tutorial.

[@jancoyote52]

Thank you from an old school floral worker. Glue guns and adhesives are just a lazy way to produce more, faster.

[@jahaira1124]

Best video straight to the point love it

[@candimilliard2056]

Thanks!

[@lolyperlmutter9347]

Wonderful demonstration!! Thank you ❤

[@candisfloral6045]

You are so welcome!

[@user-jw4fz3sq1w]

😂😂😂❤❤❤❤ Great video! Thank you. Clips demystified.

[@candimilliard2056]

Oh wow, I love the clips and can't imagine making on without them. #oldschool

[@ramizfrank8105]

Very nice technique & time saving. ❤️👍🏼 In few days my Brother's wedding is coming. I'm making this..

[@jilljoyner1]

Great video and you have a great sense of humor. The "c" word, lol.

[@candisfloral6045]

Oopsie

[@merrysmith3638]

Best tutorial ever

[@candimilliard2056]

yay!

[@zennawarriorprincess7372]

Thank you ❤️

[@chalanecasdorphwride8785]

Fantastic tutorial! Thank you, thank you!

[@candimilliard2056]

My pleasure

[@floristory]

This was an fantastic tutorial! Thank you for sharing. I don't likey the glue...and like making corsages even less. But you've renewed my confidence. Oh and thanks for the accidental word spill. Needed a laugh! You're awesome :-)

[@candimilliard2056]

I don't likey glue either! 🙃

[@deborahharvey3603]

Brilliant tutorial!

[@candimilliard2056]

Awe, thanks!

[@user-oi2gt9zt4e]

Love you!! Very much to the point. Thanks

[@candisfloral6045]

You're welcome!

[@buddyholly4672]

Amazing video! Very educational! Thank you!

[@candisfloral6045]

Thanks so much.

[@sarahmandell7733]

Love that I found your video! So helpful! TKU! Flower question- how long before the event do you tend to cut and make these? I always worry about the flowers wilting! Any tips on that? I hydrate them well for at least 24 hrs but I still worry! I do these for my kids friends for school dances (always looking for tips)! 😅

[@candimilliard2056]

So glad you found me. It depends on the state the spray roses are in when they get to you. Typically I get these delivered on Tuesday and they are very green and tight - so I'll cut and put into very warm water and put a garbage bag over them so they open up quickly.(green house affect) I put them in the cooler on Wednesday to harden and make them on Thursday, spray with crowning glory, bag or box and put into a 36-38 degree cooler fridge with no oranges! I've made them as early as Wednesday! Hope this helps

[@Jacy28]

beautiful! Great tutorial, thank you!

[@candisfloral6045]

You are so welcome!

[@christina9879]

Love it!! Thank you so much. I am a crafty I can do that person that needs to make her first corsage cause her son actually has his first date lol

[@candisfloral6045]

Very cool.

[@rosiegold8562]

Amazing job! Great video ❤ Thank you!

[@candimilliard2056]

You're welcome. Glad I could help

[@kcdahlia2059]

Very helpful video plus you made me laugh!

[@candimilliard2056]

great!

[@IanCoxon-yb5tj]

love this video! thank you so much ❤

[@candimilliard2056]

Of course! Glad you liked it

[@sharonshannon3403]

Great tutorial!

[@candimilliard2056]

Thanks!

[@theresawebb5918]

Nicely straight forward instructions. Thank you .

[@candimilliard2056]

Thank you for watching

[@griseldafermin939]

Good job !!! So beautiful ❤️

[@candimilliard2056]

thanks

[@enchantedfloristoftampa3462]

Thank You so Much! I have never been a Fan of making these however I learned a easier way! THANKS TO YOU!!!!! What’s the name of that Greenery????

[@candimilliard2056]

Ah, So sorry to not have stated the greenery I was using! It is weeping podocarpus. So great for centerpieces as well!

[@stsarita]

Hooray for tape and wire video! Thank you😊

[@candimilliard2056]

YES!

[@user-fg6xc2bk4n]

You are fun to watch!

[@candimilliard2056]

thanks

[@candacewilson4605]

Awesome video! Thank you so much!

[@candimilliard2056]

You're welcome!

[@debbienelson7980]

that is exactly how I do corsages, always have, 25 years............and you are officially my new best friend! Ha! blooper!!

[@candisfloral6045]

Haha. That silly c word

[@imperallady]

God bless you madam! This was detailed and 🥰 💞 perfect

[@candimilliard2056]

Awe, thanks!

[@freshflowerstoronto]

Beautiful

[@candisfloral6045]

Awe. Thanks

[@aidegarabedian2073]

The best!

[@candimilliard2056]

awe, thanks

[@NuggetFarm2011]

Great tutorial! I love it! 🤣😂🤣😂😳😳

[@candimilliard2056]

YAY!

[@yazceduarte1731]

Thank you for the tutorial!

[@candimilliard2056]

Of course

[@strehlowkim]

Thank you!!

[@candisfloral6045]

You're welcome!

[@Rock1960Rose]

fantastic!!! Thank you💐😆

[@candisfloral6045]

Welcome 😊

[@kaylaprater6899]

I need advice to making a corsage that would work for prom dress that’s black and blue ???

[@candimilliard2056]

white roses with black and blue accents.

[@jillflowers7285]

great instruction! you're adorable :)

[@candisfloral6045]

Wow, thanks!

[@TracyA-p8k]

U rock ! Thank u

[@candisfloral6045]

You rock!

[@catricerhodes6431]

Thanks for the information

[@candimilliard2056]

sure, anytime

[@isabelgarcia4290]

What is the name of the green you used? Thank you! :) Beautiful work.

[@candimilliard2056]

weeping podacarpus

[@mandyweeks596]

Thank you for the video!! It's great and will be a big help for me making my sister's corsages and boutonnieres for her wedding. One question though - should you wire eucalyptus? If so, how would you go about doing that? Thank you for any help :)

[@candisfloral6045]

I don’t wire anything that has a thin and sturdy stem. If you needed to wire a green at that point I usually just put the wire next to the stem, straight up and down and tape it real tight. Almost like making an extended stem. This way you have the flexibility of you need to move it bend it.

[@mandyweeks596]

@@candisfloral6045 Thank you so much for the info! I greatly appreciate your help ❤

[@tonyameeks44]

Where do you get the wrist band w clips? I see several different kinds online but none like your using.😢

[@candimilliard2056]

Fall River Floral Supply in Fall River Mass.

[@isabelgarcia4290]

Where can I buy the same wristband you used? Ty!

[@candimilliard2056]

local wholesaler. not sure with supply issues these days - amazon? craft stores?

[@Anna-qi6we]

Do you recommend making it the same day of the prom or the day before?

[@candisfloral6045]

You can make them up to 3 days before. I always spray with crowning glory and bag in plastic. Put in fridge

[@joyiahmarie]

Great video thank you

[@candimilliard2056]

of course