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Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Cheap Flower Vase Ideas - Takeout Plastic Containers?

Le Fantastique Plastique!

Here in Norcal we are having a very lovely Spring, and my Roses are SOOOO happy.  I know those of you in colder weather will have blooms soon, so here are some ideas to inspire you for when flowers start popping. 

I have one or two lovely Chrystal Vases for Flowers, but I truly love to see them displayed in more casual ways, as this suits my tastes and home. 

I save ALL my plastic food containers, mostly for paint mixing, but I had the idea that they might hold flowers too.  A quick coat of Primer and a few coats of Silver Spray Paint......


(btw, if you want see some super spray painting, check Viv for her awesome tutorials




I have a little collection of Silver odds and Ends on my buffet, so I love how it blends in. 



Here are my favorite pitchers, they aren't just for pouring liquids!






 



 


How about saving a French Oil container?  Wash well if you do......


And of course, the humble Mason Jar always looks beautiful with Flowers



 Now, all of you, take a moment to


ArrĂȘter et sentir les roses

2 comments:

  1. we both have flowers on the brain for sure! Your roses are beautiful, and I love all of the creative ways to display them!

    xo

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  2. Wow how beautiful! Our hard winter (might end today after 3 more rainy days) killed some of my rose bushes and the others are just starting to "leaf out". But now I know what I have to look forward to. Thanks, Karen for sharing!

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