Spring is here and it’s time to play coffee table dress up! What better way to add a bit of freshness, color, and femininity to a space than with some floral arrangements? I know…you were probably thinking of the real deal but wouldn’t you rather have them last forever and ever?! I was never really a huge fan of the ‘fake’ ones, but sometimes when you don’t have the time or energy to replenish your house with fresh flowers, the ‘fake’ ones aren’t so bad.
I was on a mission to find some really nice pre-arranged silk ones. I didn’t ask for much. Just wanted something very simple (same kinds of blooms in one arrangement) in a clear vase with you know that ‘fake’ looking water. Another requirment? I didn’t want to spend an arm and leg for it. Like perhaps, $25 and underrrr? I’m not cheap, I’m practical! A smart lady knows when and where to spend her money. Chanel, please?
Well, lets say I was floored at these ridiculous prices for silk flowers!! Come on, over $80 for one? It’s like, it made no sense. So of course, I had to bring the Martha Stewart out in me. I made my own. It’s really so easy and simple, anyone could do it.
I got two bunches of silk flowers (white peonies & blush ranunculus) from the Christmas Tree Shop for $5/each. Grabbed the Crystal Clear Resin from AC Moore for $10. This is the stuff that will imitate water and help permanently set the arrangement. And I already had extra clear vases so I was good to go. Here’s how I made my two coffee table floral arrangements in 6 short steps:
Step 4 is optional. I find that if I arrange the stems in a criss-cross pattern and tie them together, the arrangement comes out nicer. You can skip this step and add the flowers individually directly into the resin mixture.
Below’s how the resin looks close up- just like water! You don’t need a lot, just enough for the stems to be submerged into the mixture. I used one box for both vases. Once it sets (in 36hrs), it’ll be hard as a rock and help permanently set the arrangement.
Resist the urge to play around with the flowers once the final adjustments are made. It has to be untouched and let rest for 36hrs.
And…if you didn’t believe me about the ridiculous prices of the pre-arranged ones, I found these on online- on sale! I gotta say, mine looks just as nice…
Including the vases, my arrangements probably cost about $15 each plus the cost of labor love. Here are more detailed images of how I styled my coffee table…(because I’m all about pictures!)
Kickin’ back and enjoying my fruits of labor! Have a wonderful Easter weekend…
P.S. If you like what you see, please pin away!
So Gorgeous, I love this amazing post… Its really looks stunning..
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Prefer dried. They smell so good.
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Prefer dried.
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These are SO gorgeous!! I need them in my life- thanks for sharing.
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Thank you for posting! These look amazing…I can’t wait to make them. Also, that coffee table is FAB!
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Silk flowers are not my thing but yours managed to changed my mind.
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ChirWey
amelangeof.wordpress.com
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Honestly, Kellie, they look real. A fab idea! Thank you!
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So much fun seeing the room come together (and seeing it change with the seasons)! 🙂 Loving that wallpaper.
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So lovely and feminine. Your place looks gorgeous and spring perfect.
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I live in a basement apartment so keeping real flowers alive is nearly impossible. I cant wait to make these. I saw some of those square vases at the Thrift Store yesterday. I know what I am doing Friday!
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Yay! Good for you! Have fun making them. Kellie
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I definitely don’t have the energy or money to keep up with real flowers so I love this post! I’ve been looking for flowers that are cheap yet realistic, never thought to check the Christmas Tree Shop! Also, that was an awesome use of resin.
Christine
http://www.DimesandDonuts.com
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These are great! You make it sound so simple … “I made my own” – love it! And if that is your house it is lovely. Happy Easter.
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Thank you! And yes, that’s my home 🙂
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Elegant and beautiful decoration,the roses are amazing.
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LOVE IT!!! Check out my latest video https://youtu.be/dYuJ14oGGtE 😘
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Yeah, I definitely agree that yours look better! There’s a time and a place for real flowers, but when it comes to decorating, I’ll think with flowers that never die. 🙂
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This really looks stunning and not “fake” at all. Love your pics!
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they look amazing, I’m awful at DIY but yours look bloody amazing
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These are so beautiful! I really need to try this.
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I had no idea it so so easy! T
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Looking beautiful as usual! Loving the photos!
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I loved how easy and beautiful this is! They look so real and I gotta say your arrangement looks more natural than the $80 ones! Smart lady
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Thanks for sharing. It is so much easier than I thought. I’ll definitely need to try this! 🙂
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This so pretty!!! Does the resin set permanently into the vase?
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Hi Cassie! Yes it does, there’s no turning back’
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Silks are so realistic, it’s often difficult to tell the difference. It’s all about quality.
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