I've read a lot about the grand doyenne of flower arranging, the pioneer that was Constance Spry (1886 - 1960).

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For so long we've used floral foam to manipulate flower and foliage into the direction we want it to go.  Foam was not around in Constance's time.  She used chicken wire parcels to place the flowers where she wanted them, creating an elegant natural style.  You should not scrunch the chicken wire too tight because you cannot pass the stems through to the water.

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She wrote many books for the home, seasons and church floral design as well as cook books.  I do love the natural look she achieved.

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With the focus on a less disposable society, her style is back in fashion. 

 

We are going back to creating various supports within and out of various sized and shaped containers to help manipulate the plant materials to create a pleasing design.  

 

There's lots of online help, giving hints and tips which make all the difference.