The color we associate with sunshine is just about as cheerful as it gets. Mixing one of the most recognizable heralds of spring – the smile-inducing daffodil – with elegant black and white accents can turn any occasion into a gala event.

This look was created using a tall Cornflower Yellow blumebox, filled tightly with a dozen daffodils. A black, patterned ribbon was affixed at an angle, and topped with a scalloped, monogrammed tag. The entire arrangement took only minutes to assemble, but the overall look was simply elegant. 

Posted on August 27th, 2009 at 11:51 am
Tags: Add new tag, black white and yellow, bridal bouquet transport, DIY centerpieces, DIY wedding shower centerpieces, ways to personalizing your weddding

This easy yet elegant flower vase was used as a table decoration on the guest book table at a wedding.  As a last minute idea by the florist to use a left over centerpiece flower vase, the result is stunning.  You too could easily re-create this floral arrangement in minutes.
Pictured is a tall passion pink blumebox flower vase adorned with thin decorative ribbon (2 pieces per side) attached with glue to the top and bottom of the blumebox.
Chocolate brown paper was cut with scalloped sheers to accentuate the monogram piece and then simply layered with pink paper followed by rub-on letter decals of the letter/s of choice.

Posted on August 20th, 2009 at 2:39 pm
Tags: bridal bouquet transport, bright pink bachlorette party centerpiece idea, bright pink birthday party centerpiece idea, DIY centerpieces, DIY wedding shower centerpieces, personalized centerpiece, ways to personalizing your weddding, wedding centerpiece ideas

Adria at Lavish has an expert eye for pairing a diverse varieties of plants and flowers to create living pieces of art. Here she relies on the subtle accent of a 6in pretty n pink blumebox to complement this gorgeous bouquet.

Posted on August 19th, 2009 at 12:45 pm
Tags: bridal bouquet transport, DIY centerpieces, DIY wedding shower centerpieces, wedding centerpiece ideas

Michelle at Floribunda Designs is the mastermind behind this watercolor inspired pink, black and white wedding centerpiece.
She started with a 6″ pretty-n-pink blumebox and added subtle touches of elegance by stamping the couple’s initials onto heavy paper then cutting narrow strips of more paper in a corresponding color to create a ribbon. She added a white boa to the neck of the blumebox, adding a delicate touch of gossamer to the arrangement.

This is such an elegant wedding centerpiece, yet was created very simply using her scrap-booking skills.

Posted on August 18th, 2009 at 7:49 am
Tags: DIY centerpieces, DIY wedding shower centerpieces, ways to personalizing your weddding

The reversible blumebud place card holder is a great way to incorporate a splash of pattern and color to your party’s theme.
Shown here, Jennifer over at Hostess With The Mostess tucked a single feather in with each flower to help create a modern Parisian theme for her girlfriend’s bridal shower.

Posted on August 17th, 2009 at 3:45 pm
Tags: black and white place card holder

For a friends 39-again birthday party we wanted to create a modern contemporary table setting and because this wasn’t her first 39th birthday party, we wanted to keep the cost per centerpiece to a reasonable level.

This mod inspired centerpiece was a cinch to create. We started with a black 4” cube ($3.50ea) and adhered our eco-friendly printed ribbons ($1.99 per centerpiece) to each side giving it a crisp boost of contemporary style. Using black and white bird blumebud place card holders ($9/6-pack) adds a classic and personal touch.

Adding lots of greens to these centerpieces also allowed us to minimize the number of flowers required yet still creates a colorful centerpiece.  In this case we allowed each of the guests to take the centerpieces home to enjoy as a party favor, but maybe we should have folded them up and used them for her 39th again party next year…

Posted on June 10th, 2009 at 5:17 pm
Tags: black white and yellow, mod centerpieces, palm springs inspired centerpieces

This contrast of red and black is striking and is perfect for a wide variety of parties. Shown here was a design Lemiga Events used for a Casino Night soiree.

To get a similar look, start with a 6″ black blumebox and wrap with decorative ribbon for a little splash of color. A monochromatic palette using a variety of different flowers creates a pulled-together look that still has interesting diversity. Add a few sprigs of greenery, and the end result is really stunning. The perfect floral centerpiece for your next casino theme party or event.

Posted on June 10th, 2009 at 4:43 pm
Tags: casino themed centerpieces

Consider creating this tote for your bridesmaids to carry in lieu of the standard bridal bouquet.
Decorate the 6″ blumebox with fabric, ribbon, or your favorite wrapping paper to complement your wedding color palette. Then add the ribbon handle by drilling two holes through opposite sides of the blumebox and tie each end off in a knot, turning it into a purse. Fill it with flowers or leave it empty to be filled later with their personal accessories.
Here we used decorative gift-wrap to adorn the 6” blumebox, which allowed us to tie in the romantic black and white theme of the wedding.
This would also make a great basket for the flower girl to hold her petals!

Posted on June 5th, 2009 at 3:41 pm
Tags: bridesmaid tote, damask wrapped purse, flower girl tote

This do-it-yourself centerpiece idea is a simple way to exhibit memories of the couple, fitting for either their engagement party, rehearsal dinner or on their wedding day.
Select images of choice, cut to suit and frame against layers of decorative paper and ribbon. Also a great idea for identifying the tables for your guests!

Posted on June 5th, 2009 at 12:44 pm
Tags: DIY wedding shower centerpieces, incorporating table numbers into the centerpiece, personalized centerpiece

These black and white centerpieces were created by using an assortment of blumebox sizes and simply adding decorative ribbon to the corner edges of each blumebox.
Cut ribbon to desired length, glue and you’ll have an exquisite focal point for your table!
Another great idea: reverse the color combination and start with black blumeboxes adorned with white ribbon.

Posted on June 5th, 2009 at 9:28 am
Tags: black and white centerpieces, black and white wedding, mod centerpiece ideas, wedding centerpiece ideas