There is an extremely charming tradition in Ukraine that I would like to tell you about. Amoung numerouse exquisite headwear that ukrainian women used to wear, it`s worth to distinguish FLOWER CROWNS. Girls from childhood till their marriage used to wear different flower crowns appropriate to their age. It used to be not just decoration, but also a protector. As every single flower in a crown had a symbolic meaning. For example: Camomile is a symbol of youth, kindness, tenderness. Apple and cherry flowers symbolized mother's love. Achilles millefolium had a meaning of endurance.Vinca symbolized life itself. Viburnum berries were also used for decorating crowns not only due to deep and bright red color, but also for being the main symbol of Ukraine! Hellichrysum arenarium is used for healing, that's why it keeps symbolics of health and immortality. I will tell more in future posts:) The good news is that thistradition didn't die as many other, but is experiencing a renecance and a new strong of popularity . I'm very happy with this fact. Finally I don't look too a avangard wearing a flower crown to work, as there are more and more girls who feel the same way. This time I decided to share with you some photos of the transformed to nowadays model of a flower crown and some pics of the process of creation. My roses are made of FoamEva material and organza. Hope these photos will give you inspiration to create something amazing!!!
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