How to Make a Baby's Breath Broken Arch with Flower Moxie

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🌸 Building a broken arch or freestanding arch can be done using arches purchased from a store or by DIYing it.

🌸 The materials needed for a DIY arch include a five-gallon bucket, quick cement, a board, and chicken wire.

🌸 The arch can be resold after use, making it a cost-effective option.

🌸 When working with chicken wire, it's important to wear gloves to protect your hands.

🌸 Baby's Breath is a good choice for the arch, as it doesn't require a water source.

🌸 Roses are also suitable for the arch, but they may need water picking depending on the timing of the event.

🌸 The cost of the arch can vary depending on whether you hire a florist or DIY it, with prices ranging from $500 to $2500.

🌸 Backfilling with Baby's Breath and Roses is the final step in creating the arch.

🌸 Consider weighing down the arch with sandbags if it will be used outdoors and there is a risk of wind.

Timestamped Summary

02:11 The speaker introduces herself, Cali, and Jess, and explains that they will be building a broken arch or freestanding arch.

05:33 The speaker explains that they are using chicken wire for this project instead of foam because it is more rigid and easier to work with.

06:05 The speaker starts working with the baby's breath, pulling it apart and backfilling it into the chicken wire to create a wild, asymmetrical look.

07:19 The speaker starts backfilling with Playa Blancas roses, cutting them at various lengths to create an asymmetrical look.

09:12 The speaker mentions that the project took about 30 minutes with three people.

09:14 The speaker suggests weighing down the arch with sandbags if it will be used outdoors and mentions that it can be repurposed for the reception after the ceremony.

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Q&A

How much does it cost to build a broken arch?

If you purchase the arch from a store, it can cost less than $100. If you choose to DIY it, it can cost around $100 or more, depending on the materials you use.

How long does it take to build a broken arch?

It took the florist and her team about 30 minutes to build the arch with three people working on it. However, the time may vary depending on the experience level and number of people working on the project.

What materials do I need to build a broken arch?

You will need an arch frame, chicken wire or floral wire, zip ties, flowers (such as baby's breath and roses), and gloves.

Do I need to water pick the flowers when building a broken arch?

Baby's breath does not need a water source as it will go in the chicken wire. Roses can hold up without water for a few hours, so water-picking them is not necessary unless you are building the arch several hours before the ceremony.

Can I use the broken arch for other occasions besides a ceremony?

Yes, you can repurpose the broken arch for other events, such as placing it behind the cake table or the sweetheart table during the reception. It is lightweight and easy to move.

How many bunches of baby's breath and roses do I need for a broken arch?

The florist used 25 bunch

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