10 Things We've Learned: About Floral Arranging According to @BFLORALNYC

The right florals can add just that extra touch to any room in any home. Here are the 10 lessons we've learned from B Floral, New York's premier floral and event design company.  

Lesson 1: Transform any tablescape with a few well placed succulents. 

Lesson 2: Speaking of succulents display them in varying heights to add depth and texture. 

Lesson 3: Baby gold pineapples will brighten up any room. 

Lesson 4: Sometimes it's more about the way the flower is presented, rather than the actual flower. Fill a square glass votive with pebbles and place one, single floral, then repeat. 

Lesson 5: "Powder blues and creams make a great contrast against a marble tabletop."

Lesson 6: Bathtime like a Queen "Wind down with a mid-week bath soak! Add blooms and floating candles to create the perfect atmosphere for relaxation." 

Lesson 7: "Use shells as vases to give your succulent arrangements a unique twist."

Lesson 8: "Surround a tall arrangement with a smaller arrangement to create a grande and vibrant centerpiece."

Lesson 9: "Use a palm leaf as a plate charger to elevate your tropical tablescape."

Lesson 10: "Less is more. Smaller vases can still make a huge impact when paired with full florals and neutral linens."

We can't wait to try some of these tips and tricks in our own home!

Stay Lovely, 

D.R

Editor and Curator of

Dusk & Rubies Blog 

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Mother's Day DIY 2 Ways

Mother's day

is less than a month away,

and what better time

for a little d.i.y?

 

Dusk & Rubies is here

to share some ideas.

We have two

just for you!

 

DIY Project #1: Mother's Day 3-Pot Topiary Set

 

What you will need:

• 3 clay pots ($1.00 from Dollar Tree)
• Tape
• Paint brushes
• Acrylic Paint (3 for $1.00 at A.C. Moore)
• Fake flowers ($1.00 per bunch from Dollar Tree)
• Accent gems ($1.00 from Dollar Tree)
• Toothpick

Supplies

I painted this pot all pink except for the lip

Tip: to create a perfect stripe use tape to section off the portion you want painted.

Peel off tape, and...voila!

To add these cute polka dots use the opposite end of a toothpick.

Once you have finished your design fill your pots with accent gems.

Choose three different types of flowers to fill your pot with. I cut the stems shorter so they could fit in my mini topiary.

How lovely.

This is not necessary, but for the DIY queen these candlesticks are from Dollar Tree, and I thought it would be fun to play with levels. (My three years working/ managing at Pier 1 is showing)

This project is simple and the product you create can be used as: a center piece, decor, and of course as a great Mother's Day gift.

DIY Project #2: Mother's Day  Duel Purpose Crystal Dish

 

What you will need:

• Glue gun
• Sandpaper
• Candle stick ($1.00 from Dollar Tree)
• 3 section serving crystal ($1.00 from Dollar Tree)

Supplies

Before you hot glue you want to rough up the glass as best you can on both the top of the candlestick, and underneath the crystal dish. This allows the hot glue to adhere more properly.

After gluing candlestick to the bottom of the crystal dish. Place something heavy on top for fifteen minutes to set.

Fini! Now you have this beautiful standing crystal dish.
 

Mom can use this for desserts, or candy!
 

Or, mom can use for separating her jewels!

 Mom will love these ideas!

Stay Lovely,
D.R
Editor and Curator



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