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Holiday Flower Centerpiece

December 5, 2018
Holiday Flower Centerpiece.

If you want to put a smile on my face there are two guaranteed ways: feed me or give me flowers. There is nothing like having a fresh arrangement to brighten any room. When I was a little girl, I remember there were these Robinson crabapple or magnolia trees, which would bloom pink flowers every summer. Those trees lined the block and I would pick flowers to give to my mother. Our living room needed a bit of holiday cheer, so I put together this holiday flower centerpiece.

Holiday Flower Centerpiece

Last winter we had our friend Tammy visit from California. She is professional when it comes to putting arrangements together. Legit she’s a professional at this.  She did all the flowers at our wedding. We definitely hit the friend lottery with her. Last year, she gave Brian and I a lesson on putting together a few types of holiday arrangements. Tammy made putting together arrangements seem effortless, but it definitely takes practice and a creative eye. My arrangement couldn’t hold a candle to hers. Now I have the basics down and can put together a decent arrangement now.

Holiday Flower Centerpiece

Putting Together the Holiday Flower Centerpiece

I knew I wanted to use hydrangeas because my vase was wide they would fill it out nicely. I used Tammy’s tip and cut the stem so they fell just over the edge of the vase. Using that tip, I was able to fill the vase with only three hydrangeas. I knew hydrangeas would not last too long in the winter, but I really wanted to use them. If you’re looking for an arrangement to last more than 2-3 days, I would suggest using a different flower to fill.

Holiday Flower Centerpiece

I had no clue what other flowers I wanted to use. So when I went shopping, I decided to choose them based on their looks alone. I saw these bright red tulips and I knew it would pair perfectly. But tulips, you ask? Yes, they’re spring flowers, but these were so gorgeous. Lastly, I needed to add some greenery. I needed to pick something not too leafy and overpowering because most of the vase was now filled up.

Holiday Flower Centerpiece

I headed home and put the flowers together. I surprised myself on how quickly finished. When I went to fill the vase with water, I dropped it and I had to start all over again! I liked my first arrangement so much more, but I was too frustrated to put the same effort into the second try. However, the second one was just as beautiful.

Holiday Flower Centerpiece

I still need a little more practice, so I will not be opening up my flower shop anytime soon. I hope this gives you some inspiration to try your hand in flower arranging this holiday season! For Tammy’s tips, check out our full holiday flower how-to!

Holiday Flower Centerpiece

See those gingerbread cookies in the photo above? Check out our last post to see how we made them!

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