If you enjoy the slow transition into autumn with lots of natural decorative items, then dried hydrangeas are exactly the right decoration for your home. Be inspired by our wonderful ideas and create a beautiful late summer or autumn decoration with dried flowers.
Dry hydrangeas and use them as decoration in late summer and autumn
Late summer is the perfect time to start drying hydrangeas. Have you ever tried it? It's so easy but usually takes a few weeks. In our article “How to dry hydrangeas” you will find instructions and a few useful tips and methods on how to maintain the color of the flowers.
If you've already dried the papery flowers, you may be wondering what to do with them. Below we show some simple ideas for decorating with dried hydrangeas that are perfect for fall decoration or the transition from summer to fall.
Arrange dried hydrangeas in vases
It couldn't be easier! If your hydrangeas are already well dried, you don't need any water to recreate this beautiful decorative idea. All you actually need is one or more pretty vases that will show off the dried flowers.
Make a hydrangea wreath
Dried hydrangeas are wonderful for making beautiful wreaths. For example, you can make a wreath exclusively from flowers, or create a more interesting design using burlap or other fabrics. Take a lookour ideas and instructions for a DIY hydrangea wreathand try tying one yourself! This creates a beautiful door decoration that can warmly welcome your guests at the entrance in autumn.
Add beautiful accents to a finished door wreath
Even if you are not handy, you can make a beautiful wreath for the door using your dried hydrangeas. All you have to do is buy an (almost) finished wreath and jazz it up with the colorful, papery flowers. This is where some floral wire will serve you well.
Make your own dried hydrangeas table decorations
The possibilities for table decorations with hydrangeas are simply endless. You can not only incorporate the flowers into wreaths, but also create entire arrangements out of them. In combination with other natural materials, the dried hydrangea flowers look very noble and elegant. For a simple autumnal arrangement, place the flowers in a pretty bowl or plate and add some white decorative pumpkins. Candles are another great addition and will make the arrangement glow.
Make autumn decorations to hang up
Both wreaths and garlands are perfect for hanging. Whether on the wall or on the mantel, the delicate flowers are always pleasing to the eye. You can also make a simple mobile out of it and brighten up the bare wall in the dining room.
The individual petals of the hydrangeas also look beautiful. You can press these into a picture frame and make an addition to your photo wall yourself. The slowly drying flowers create a beautiful play of colors and will certainly be unique.
Embellish garlands with dried hydrangeas
Dried hydrangeas make a beautiful and lasting addition to garlands. To add the pretty flowers to a garland, first cut the stems to a length of about 15cm. Then thread the stems through the garland, leaving a bit at each end. Once you've added all the flowers, gently fluff them so they look full and natural. Finally, attach the stems with wire or floral tape. With a little care, your dried hydrangea garland will remain beautiful for many years.
Dried hydrangeas as a fantastic decoration for your autumn wedding
If you are planning a fall wedding, then dried flowers are the perfect choice for boho-style decoration. Dried hydrangeas are just one of the many options for beautiful arrangements that you can keep after the big day and use as decoration for your home or as a gift for a loved one.
