For the second year in a row, I was honored to create designs with the wonderful flowers from Marginpar as the basis. Also this year, every arrangement starts with a small idea—a color, a texture, a shape. Sometimes it’s the container that speaks first, sometimes a flower that’s in season and hard to ignore. Together, they are irresistible.
Did you get a chance to see the two yarn designs I presented last week or the floral crown of the week before? If you did, just continue to my next two designs.
Design #5: Summer Bouquet With a Wildflower Mood
This bouquet started with a feeling more than a fixed plan. I wanted something that feels like summer when you're walking through a half-wild field—grasses brushing your legs, unexpected color combinations, and a softness that doesn’t try too hard. A hand-tied bouquet with a wildflower mood, built using the spiral technique but allowing just enough looseness to keep things natural.
The base of the bouquet comes from Marginpar’s selection—Scabiosa Dark Cherry Scoop®, Astrantia Star® of Africa, Limonium Scarlet Diamond, and Chasmanthium Latifolium Mantis all bring a distinct texture. I added in some Lisianthus for those silky petals that catch the light in all the right ways, and a bit of Asparagus foliage to create that light, airy green framework that lets everything else breathe. Together, they created a structure that wasn’t stiff or too refined. It moved. It had rhythm.
What really defines this design is the greens. Bupleurum and Chasmanthium especially helped carry that wild feel. Their natural texture mimics what you’d see in nature—nothing glossy, nothing overworked. They give structure without looking like structure. And that’s the sweet spot for this kind of bouquet.
The photos were taken against a background of a wild grapevine-covered wall and a rustic wooden table. Both backdrops echoed the mood of the flowers: raw, slightly unkempt, and full of character. There’s something about wood and climbing vines that makes flowers look even more alive. I always look for that kind of setting—it brings out the best in the design without distracting from it.
This bouquet works well for so many occasions—weddings, of course, but also seasonal shop displays or styled shoots that want to capture a natural, romantic atmosphere without tipping into the overly sweet. It’s also a good reminder that summer flowers don’t need to be loud. You can create a soft, balanced piece with quieter tones, and it still feels completely like the season.
If you try something similar, let the stems do a bit of their own arranging. Don’t pack everything too tightly. Let the Scabiosa find its height, let the Astrantia peek through. And don’t forget the in-betweens—the smaller, lighter materials that tie everything together. They’re the ones that give the bouquet that wildflower energy we all love.
Design #6: The Natural Looks of Silver Pots and Smokey Florals
For this series of arrangements, I wanted to lean into a quieter mood. Something that feels both summery and calm, with a slightly wild edge—but still refined enough for a thoughtful setting. I started with these hammered silver glass pots that immediately added a cool, modern touch. Not too shiny, just enough texture to play with the natural forms of the flowers.
The palette I chose was intentionally toned down, but not dull. I worked with Eryngium Magnetar Questar®, Astrantia Billion Star®, Scabiosa Virtuoso® Saura, Delphinium Bella Andes White, and Phlox—soft purples, dusty blues, and creamy whites, with just a little kick of intensity from Clematis and the smokey, cloud-like branches of Cotinus. That airy Cotinus added a lot—it helped everything feel looser, almost like the wind had passed through.
I skipped floral foam entirely for this one. All stems went straight into water. It just felt right for the vibe I was after—more eco-conscious, but also more relaxed in structure. When you're not bound by foam, the flowers find their own rhythm. A lot of the beauty comes from that small bit of chaos.
These designs were photographed outside, on a rustic wooden table, with a leafy green garden behind it. And honestly, that setting brought everything to life. The hammered silver picked up tiny reflections from the leaves and sky, while the natural imperfections of the wood anchored the scene. It’s a combination I’d recommend to anyone designing for garden parties or relaxed weddings, especially events that don’t want to feel too “styled.”
What I like most about this set is how the flowers and containers talk to each other. The metal pots are structured and a little cool, while the flowers soften them, adding movement and emotion. That balance is something I’m always chasing. Too tidy and you lose the soul. Too messy and you lose the clarity.
If you’re working with similar materials, don’t be afraid to let things lean outward. Let the Cotinus breathe, let the Scabiosa dance a bit. These flowers don’t need to be forced into perfect shapes. They’ve got their own ideas—and when you listen, they usually lead you somewhere better.
Recap - Designing in the Moment, Letting Flowers Lead
Looking back at the six pieces I was able to create in the last few weeks, I’m reminded how much a single design can hold—emotion, texture, a story without words. When you trust the flowers to guide the process, there’s room for surprise. That’s the beauty of working with fresh materials and a light touch.
If you did not have a chance to see the other four, check back on my first and second blog.
Thanks for following along. Whether you’re building installations, tying hand-helds, or shaping a small piece in a bowl, I hope these scenes spark something in your own work. Marginpar’s flowers were the starting point, but the rest came from looking, listening, and letting things take their shape.
Designs by Krisztián Kövér, Flowers by Marginpar, Decorum Plants & Flowers. Model: Pető Laura. Other contributors: Lehner Stylit, Dekorvilág Nyester kft, H & R The Wire Man, Botanica Dánszentmiklós, Botanica Resort.
