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Helpful how-to guides for decorating with artificial flowers, plants and greenery. Learn practical tips and ideas to get the most from your faux botanicals.
How to Cut, Lengthen, and Reseal Artificial Flower Stems Like a Florist
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You have chosen a collection of lifelike silk flowers, brought them home, and found the ideal container. But when you place your stems inside, they droop over the rim or tower awkwardly above the neck. Trimming artificial stems feels daunting for beginners because an accidental snip cannot grow back. In this comprehensive guide, our design team at Silk By Design shares the exact techniques we use in our Durban studio to trim, bend, extend, an...
Read MoreHow to Unbox a Silk by Design Flower Arrangement
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Thank you for choosing one of our floral arrangements. Each piece is carefully packed by hand to protect its shape and detail during transit. In the video below, we’ll show you exactly what to expe...
Read MoreA Step by Step Guide to Decorating a Floral Christmas Tree
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If you are looking for a unique or non-traditional way to decorate this year, a festive floral tree is a stunning alternative to conventional decor. Creating a festive floral Christmas tree is a wond...
Read MoreHow to Create Stunning Flower Bundles for Your Christmas Tree
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Creating a truly memorable Christmas tree often comes down to clever decorating techniques that add depth and visual interest. While individual silk flower decorations are beautiful on their own, com...
Read MoreWhat Are Real Touch Flowers?
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Fresh flowers are beautiful, but they don’t last. Within a few days, even the most elegant bouquet begins to wilt, brown and droop. Keeping them looking good requires constant care, regular replace...
Read MoreThe Biophilic Effect: Why You Should Bring Nature Indoors
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In today’s fast-paced world, many of us feel cut off from nature. We check our phones, rush to work, and spend hours indoors. We hardly ever see greenery, let alone touch it. Screens glow, lights f...
Read MoreAre Silk Flowers Really More Expensive?
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Think silk flowers are pricey? You’re not alone. At first glance, the cost of high-quality artificial blooms can seem steep. Many people assume silk flowers are expensive, and not always in a good ...
Read MoreThe Link Between Office Decor and Mental Well-being: How Plants Can Help
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The way we design and decorate our workspace has a profound impact on our mental well-being. Don’t take our word for it, though! Read this study on the effects of indoor plants on office workers by...
Read MoreSilk Flowers Explained: Quality, Realism, and Why They’re a Smart Choice
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Silk flowers have come a long way from the stiff, plastic-looking imitations of the past. Today, artificial flower arrangements are designed to be nearly indistinguishable from real blooms, offering...
Read MoreA Guide to buying artificial plants online in South Africa
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In this guide to buying artificial plants online, you'll learn where you can buy artificial flowers. You get to see and feel the brand’s quality before ordering your artificial plants online and...
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