Carnations are used to symbolize many occasions, including; the month of January, Mother’s Day, Teacher’s Day, and is the state flower of Ohio. This post will tell you how to make felt carnations as well as the meanings of different colors.
Materials:
- Felt
- Scissors
- Needle and thread
- Floral wire
Instructions:
The White Carnation:
It means good luck or pure love.
Example of when to give one:
♥For a graduation.
♥For a going-away gift when someone is moving.
The Pink Carnation:
It means unforgettable love, particularly for and from a mother.
Example of when to give one:
♥For your mother on Mother’s Day.
♥For your daughter on her birthday.
The Purple Carnation:
It means capriciousness. (which means unpredictable or witty)
Example of when to give one:
♥For a friend or family member for a birthday.
♥For an apology to someone.
The Light-Red Carnation:
It means admiration.
Example of when to give one:
♥For a recent girlfriend on her birthday.
♥For your sister on her birthday.
The Dark-Red Carnation:
It means deep love and affection.
Example of when to give one:
♥For your girlfriend on Valentine’s Day.
♥For your girlfriend’s birthday.
The Yellow Carnation:
It means disappointment.
Example of when to give one:
♥For someone you don’t necessarily like but have to get them a gift.
♥For someone you are dating that you no longer want to date.
The Striped Carnation:
It means regret.
Example of when to give one:
♥For someone you are apologizing to.
♥For a funeral.
