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Published: November 7, 2006

If someone can have fresh, live flowers, why would they instead opt for imitation silk flowers at their wedding, or at any other special event?

People purchase silk flowers because it enables them to have any flower they choose at any time of year without ordering it from across the globe. Silk flower arrangements can greatly reduce the calculated expenses for a special occasion, while also assuring quality is maintained. People can purchase beautiful flowers at a fraction of the cost. Silk flowers can appear so authentic guests might not even notice (unless they try to smell them)!

Silk flowers also come in a variety of styles and colors. The only limit is your imagination. There is a lot of flexibility when it comes to silk flowers because there is an unlimited availability. With silk flowers, you do not need to worry about the availability of your favorite type of flower.

Silk flowers are much easier to handle since they last forever. Silk flowers will look just as magnificent two months from the scheduled event as they will for years to come. Unlike real flowers, silk flowers are not affected by changes in temperature. People do not need to worry about keeping them hydrated, either. Silk flower arrangements contain all the beauty of freshly cut, living flowers with none of the mess.

Although silk flowers can be easier to manage than real flowers, there is still a bit of maintenance and care needed to keep them looking their best. Most silk flowers are not actually made of silk, rather they are composed of a synthetic fabric and as such will fade in direct sunlight. Keep them out of direct sunlight and away from kitchen areas, since grease in the air can cling to the fabric.

Silk flowers also are major collectors of dust and there are a variety of ways to clean them. Getting silk flowers completely wet wears them down and should only be done for heavy cleanings. Instead, use warm water and dry the flowers upside down. Cleaning them regularly will save the arrangement from potential damage. Clean silk flowers regularly by brushing them with damp cloths or even gently blowing the dirt off (a hair dryer will work well when placed on the “cool” setting). There are ozone-safe aerosol sprays created specifically for silk flowers.

With a little care, silk flowers can last a long time. With the incredible likeness to real flowers they seem to be the easiest way to keep flowers around forever.



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How to Care for Silk Flowers and More on Arranging with Silks. Saveoncrafts. n.d. 6 November 2006. < http://www.save-on-crafts.com/cleansilflow.html> ;
Silk Flower Care. Mister Florist.com. n.d. 6 November 2006. < http://www.misterflorist.com/consumer/silkcare.htm l>
Silk Flower Care. Michaels Floral Supply. n.d. 6 November 2006. < http://store.michaelsfloralsupply.com/caforsiflpl. html>
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