I designed these sailor knot boutonnieres recently for Project Wedding. They would be just as sweet made for a dad, as for a groom.
The traditional sailor knot, also called an eight knot, was made to never be broken. It was designed to withstand the constant weathering of the sea. A perfect sentiment about the strength of family love. It would be special for dad to wear, as a reminder of the unbreakable bond he shares with his kids.
To make the boutonnieres you will need a length of thick boating rope (available at most craft/home stores), scissors, and a piece of floral wire.
- Fold a 12 inch section of rope in half to make a good sized boutonniere.
- Follow this video tutorial to learn how to tie an eight knot.
- Snip of the ends of your tied rope off and pinch the ends together.
- Wrap a length of floral wire around the base for a rustic, unfinished look. Just right for dad.
Photography by Carly Taylor for a subtle revelry.
blessings.
9 Comments
Gloria
May 25, 2011 at 9:18 amwhat a great idea! i love how it looks and the sentiment behind it :-)
Christine
May 25, 2011 at 11:28 amWhat a sweet idea!
Lena
May 25, 2011 at 12:06 pmHow darling-I love this!
bianca
May 25, 2011 at 1:10 pmThat is so sweet – perfect for the occasion… love it!
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Megan
June 5, 2011 at 11:18 amGREAT! I’m planning a ‘knot’ical wedding on a tight budget, AWESOME alternative to floral boutinnieres. :)
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September 13, 2013 at 11:50 amI love this idea.. I am just curious what the yellow flower is that is shown above?
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