Money Bouquet Tutorial - Inspiration Made Simple (2024)

Posted by Kim Morgan | Dec 17, 2011 | gift ideas, holidays, tutorial | 9 |

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Gifting money isn’t my favorite because I like to put a lot of thought and effort into the gifts I give. It’s not about the monetary value for me – it’s about showing the person how much I care for them by listening to them and really knowing who they are. I can show them that I value you them by creating a gift tailored to their likes, dislikes, etc. But sometimes, cash IS the way to go and there is now way I’m going to just put it in an envelope! I came up with this Money Boquet Tutorial on the fly and am pretty happy with the result!

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Quick Update: I’ve been introduced to Washi Tape since first creating this tutorial and would recommend using that over a clear tape option as it is less likely to rip the bills!

SUPPLIES:
Bills of any nomination
Lollipop Sticks
Washi Tape
Flower Pot or other dish
Shredded Paper

DIRECTIONS:

Step 1 – fold the bill accordion style.

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2. Fold the accordion folded bill in half.

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3. Where the two sides of the bill meet, match together and secure with tape.

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4. Do the same on the other side, creating a circle or “flower”.

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5. Tape the lollipop stick to the back of the flower.

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Your first flower of the Money Bouquet is done! Create as many as you want. For this example I used 5 one’s, 2 five’s, and 1 ten. Stuff a flower pot with shredded paper and arrange your flowers. I also added a Merry Christmas topper that I punched out with my scallop punch and glued to a stick.

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Another fun money gift idea is making Dollar Bill Origami Shirts. I followed this Origami Shirt Tutorial from Homemade Gifts Made Easy. Once my shirts were made, I cheekily wrapped them up in a shirt box.

What other ways do you gift money? I’ve also done a pop top can and a money lei.

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Kim is a Marketing Specialist with Inspiration Media Solutions by day and Blogger by night. She's a wife, mom of three beautiful children and two fur-babies, a Goldendoodle and a rescued Pibble. For even more Inspiration Made Simple, like her on Facebook and Instagram+.

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9 Comments

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    Dana on December 17, 2011 at 2:31 pm

    Those origami shirts are awesome!

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    Jessica on December 17, 2011 at 7:07 pm

    Those are cute ideas – and fairly quick!!

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    Erin on December 21, 2011 at 3:40 pm

    This is such a cool idea! I love it. I pinned it for later =o)

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    Anonymous on November 19, 2012 at 1:55 am

    This is too cute, very creative 🙂

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    Erin on April 4, 2013 at 9:12 pm

    We finally made this and it was a huge hit! I’m posting it soon and will link back to you. Thanks for the great idea!

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    Debbie DeCara on June 4, 2013 at 10:27 pm

    Great help!! I want to make a money tree to give my daughter & son in law at their wedding. These will look wonderful in the tree along with the ribbons and gold dollar “ornaments” I’ve made!!

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FAQs

How many dollars do you need for a money bouquet? ›

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You can make this money bouquet in 30-45 minutes using approximately 25 bills of any denomination, so how much you gift is completely customizeable.

What materials are needed for a money bouquet? ›

You'll need cash bills, floral wire, tape, decorative elements, and possibly artificial or fresh flowers for a floral touch. Can I make a money bouquet with flowers? Absolutely! Incorporating flowers adds a personalized touch to your money bouquet, creating a harmonious blend of elegance and practicality.

How much do people charge for money bouquets? ›

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So basically, this whole bouquet is $60. There's $30 inside, and then I charge $30 for labor and material used. So basically, I'm charging about each $1 for each Bill. So, of course, if you want a bigger one, I do charge more money.

How do you make a bouquet look expensive? ›

The best way to make a bouquet look expensive is to mix different kinds of flowers together. Try arranging it so you have a consistent mix of smaller buds, larger focal blooms, and plenty of greenery to frame them.

What is the 3:5-8 rule in floristry? ›

The 3 5 8 rule in floristry refers to the concept of using three types of flowers, five stems of greenery, and eight stems of filler flowers in a floral arrangement. This rule provides a balanced structure to the arrangement by ensuring a harmonious combination of different floral elements.

Is it cheaper to make your own bouquet? ›

The Benefits of a DIY Bouquet

Certainly, there's cost associated with sourcing fresh blooms, but the cost goes up depending on the amount of time spent and the complexity of the design. If you're able to skip it and do the labor yourself, you'll definitely be able to shave quite a bit off of the floral budget.

Which paper is used for a bouquet? ›

Flower wrapping paper which is used to wrap flowers bouquet by flower shop. The composition of floral wrapping material contains 100% polyester fiber tissue paper, crepe paper, OPP, non-woven fabric, mesh net fabric, English newspaper, cellophane, Kraft paper, cotton paper, available in many colors.

Are money bouquets made with real money? ›

These bouquets are made from real cash & banknotes. Each individually wrapped and then bundled together with preserved white baby breath , into a bouquet that's made to impress anyone receiving it. A beautiful flower bouquet that's practical too!

How much should a dozen roses cost? ›

Nationally, the average cost for a dozen roses is $88.61. How did your state fare? To see the full list of average prices for a dozen roses in every state, visit FinanceBuzz.

Is $1000 enough for wedding flowers? ›

I usually suggest a minimum of $300 and upwards of $1,000. Unless you're getting married in a church, most ceremonies last no more than 30 minutes nowadays. Take your time frame into consideration when you're designing your ceremony flowers.

How many dollar bills does it take to make a money rose? ›

How many dollars does it take to make this rose? You will need five (5) crisp U.S. dollar bills. They can be of any denomination.

How do you calculate bouquet price? ›

Here is a pricing example using standard industry markups: Let's say that an arrangement contains fresh flowers and foliage that cost you $10 at wholesale; apply a 3.5x markup, and you're at $35 retail. Add a vase that cost you $2.50; at the industry average markup of 2.5x, you will charge $6.25 for that vase.

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