We were most fortunate to have Alex Hales. from No 21, the florists in Aberystwyth, who came to demonstrate how to use greenery and late flowers to create fabulous, traditional christmas deorations from your gaden.
We learnt how to make a simple table decoration just using a flowerpot and a few bits of greenery from the garden, and a very impressive table decoration which included roses. Watching Alex make his Christmas wreath was a treat; again all you need is some florists wire (moss wire), clippings of greenery, berries and a nice, red bow, plus whichever fir cones and other natural decorations you choose. It looked a lot easier than I imagine it really was!
The tiny milk bottles Alex uses in this larger decoration can be purchased from his shop as can dried apple decorations, orange slices and whole dried oranges, cinnamon sticks etc. Thank you Alex, I'm sure a lot of us will be inspired this year, and those who felt it was all a bit above their skill level can see what Alex has to offer at http.www.no21flowers.co.uk
