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A tussie mussie, also known as a nosegay (doesn’t that conjure a delightful image of sweet-smells?) is a small bouquet of fresh, artificial, or dried flowers. Sometimes it has a lace, paper or greenery collar, tied with a bow. The flower stems can be inserted into a silver filigree or ceramic holder for carrying. If a suitor is particular in his choice of flowers, the tussie mussie can convey special meaning when presented because each flower may represent distinct emotions. Usually handheld, a tussie mussie is sometimes pinned to the bodice of a gown. According to the language of flowers, if centered at the bosom, it suggests friendship toward the giver. Should it be pinned over the heart, it stands for undying affection. And the Flowers Spoke has a detailed explanation of the language of flowers.
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Method Cut an X shape approximately 1 inch high in the center of your 6 inch doily. You will insert your floral stems through this. Cut the stems of your flowers approximately 4 to 5 inches long. Gather them into bouquet, artfully arranging them in your hand for balance and color. Slide the flower stems into your doily so the doily touches the bases of the flowers. Tightly tie a ribbon into a bow just beneath the doily to secure your bouquet. If desired, spray artificial or dried flowers with the floral air freshener. Fresh flowers, such as roses, need no spray. Mother Nature has done her part already. Present the tussie mussie to someone special or tie it to a package as a favor or use it as a lovely “sit about” for any room in the house. If you’ve made your tussie mussie from fresh flowers, let it dry naturally and it will keep indefinitely. Remember to handle dried flowers with care.
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