Petals and leaves of wax flowers are made of sheets of coloured wax, which may be purchased in packets of assorted colours.
2528. Stems
The stems are made of wire of suitable thicknesses, covered with silk, and overlaid with wax; and the leaves are frequently made by thin sheets of wax pressed upon leaves of embossed calico. Leaves of various descriptions are to be obtained of the persons who sell the materials for wax flower making.
2529. Models for Wax Flowers
Ladies will often find among their discarded artificial flowers, leaves and buds that will serve as the base of their wax models.
2530. Natural Models for Wax Flowers
The best guide to the construction of a flower—far better than printed diagrams or patterns—is to take a flower, say a