Appreciation post: Thinking back to how we used to wire flowers by hand for everything

I mean, when I first learned, we spent hours wiring each bloom for corsages and boutonnieres without any of those quick connector things. Now, most shops use pre-made bases or glue guns, which is faster but feels less personal. Idk, maybe it's just me, but I miss the quiet focus of twisting wire and seeing a delicate piece come together slowly. Those techniques really taught you to respect each flower's shape and fragility.

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the_xena1mo ago

We've traded depth for speed across the board.

clark.william1mo ago

Oof, feel that. Try picking ONE area to go deep on, even if it means letting other things move slower.

lilyh841mo ago

Picked one skill to master, rest came easier.