I love flowers. There, I’ve said it. I love floral prints, floral scents and bunches of flowers. There’s something so uplifting and beautiful about a bouquet of flowers. I’m also the kind of person that will not hesitate to by herself a bouquet. I mean, if it makes me happy, then why not? I think there’s also something about it being sunny outside that makes me become even more of a crazy florist wannabe. Everywhere I go outside, I’m surrounded by some type of flower. Growing up, my grandparents had the best (and I’d say the still do), garden on the block. People would come around to our home, stop outside the fence and admire the different greens. I think it’s because of that, that I’ve grown to really appreciate florals.

Now…

If you’re like me and you love to buy flowers, here’s my top three flower tips to make the most of your floral bunches.

1. The flowers…

That’s kind of the most important part, wouldn’t you say? Depending on the time of year, I like to look at my local flower shop to see what’s in bloom. I’m a sucker for peonies but it’s always a bit tricky to find them when I want them. Another beautiful choice are tulips. I think everyone and their mom loves a good tulip flower. I mean, if someone was willing to write a song about tip toeing through through the tulips, there’s something special about it. Am I right?

Today, I opted for some gorgeous pink and white dahlia’s. July is the time they usually they begin their season, making it easier to pick some up. Another flower that is in bloom right now (and in season for August) are sunflowers. You can never go wrong with some gorgeous yellow sunflowers. They are sure to brighten up any room.

2. The Vase…

What’s so great about finding the perfect vase, is that you can pick them up at your local thrift store. Better yet, you know those canning jars or pasta jars you have in your bin? Those also make cute DIY vases for any bouquet. You’ll also be super hip with the Pinterest crowd.

The vase that I’m using here is actually a water pitcher that I picked up from a local Vancouver shop – Front and Company. It cost around $20 and it looks super cute in my office. Another option that you can easily find in your kitchen are ceramic milk pitchers. My mom has some fake flowers that she picked up from a craft store resting inside a pitcher she bought from Ikea. It looks really rustic and cute in our dining room.

What’s so fun about flower displays is that you can have a lot of fun with it! There’s no set rule that you need to use a fancy vase that you bought from some super expensive home decor store. You can use whatever you find in your kitchen or local thrift store!

3. The Display…

Every home needs a bouquet of flowers. I’m pretty sure this is a rule. It lightens up any room in your house – your kitchen, bedroom, office, and leaves your place smelling super fresh and summery. Since I’m still residing at my parents (a girl has to save money in this big city some how!), I opt for my bedroom/office. In a space that I do most of my creative work, I feel inspired whenever I look at them. Plus, they smell heavenly!

What kind of flowers do you like to buy? What’s your go to vase? 

J.