3 Creative Decorating Ideas

At this time of year, the sun shines more intensely and for longer periods, the first birds are chirping, and the temperatures are noticeably milder. Spring is just around the corner. Let’s welcome it with its first harbingers and beautify our homes with decorating ideas featuring early bloomers.

Typical spring flowers include daffodils , hyacinths , snowdrops , crocuses , and tulips . They are often available as bulbs in florists, offering the opportunity to create particularly imaginative flower arrangements. When choosing your favorite flowers, perhaps not only their appearance but also their fragrance is crucial. Hyacinths, for example, have fragrances of varying intensity depending on their color. Generally, darker colors like blue, violet, and dark red tend to have a stronger scent than lighter colors like white or pink.

Flower bulbs don’t necessarily have to be planted in flowerpots. Some are so robust and undemanding that they can grow and thrive even without potting soil, as they already contain all the essential nutrients. Hyacinths and crocuses are examples of these. This, in turn, offers a wide range of design possibilities. Here are some inspirations from which further ideas can be derived.

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Wax dipping is an attractive way to decorate flowers and create special accents. Furthermore, the flower becomes low-maintenance afterward, as it no longer requires watering and is also suitable for dry environments. Not all flower bulbs can be coated in wax. Hyacinths are perfectly suited for this method due to their ability to store water. Before the bulb can be dipped in wax, it must have absorbed sufficient water.

Materials needed:

• Hyacinths
• Wax (residues)
• old tin can

Here’s how it’s done:

First, we remove the hyacinth from the soil and place it in a container of water for three hours. The water level should be low, so that only the roots, and not the entire bulb, are submerged. This prevents the bulb from rotting later. Otherwise, the outer skin will become uneven, which can affect the smoothness of the waxy covering.

Once the hyacinth has stored enough water, we clean it of the remaining soil and cut off the roots.

The wax is now slowly melted in a clean tin can in a water bath at medium temperature. If candle remnants are being used, the wicks should be removed with a wooden stick or fork. Once the wax has completely melted, let it cool for 2-3 minutes. It will then be at the ideal temperature for dipping. If the wax is too hot, the process will take too long. However, the wax should not stand for longer than 5 minutes, as it will become too viscous for dipping.

Now the flower bulb is dipped into the wax. It is then held briefly in the air until the wax has slightly dried. This process is repeated until the desired layer of wax is achieved.

Early bloomers without soil: Fresh accents in a glass vase

Some spring flowers can bloom in water without soil. These include tulips, white bells, and hyacinths. Decorating a clear vase with them, using only stones and water, is a beautiful way to showcase the natural beauty of these spring blooms.

Materials needed:

• Hyacinths, tulips or paperwhites
• large glass container
• Decorative stones (available in flower shops)

Here’s how it’s done:

First, the spring flowers should be removed from their pots and carefully cleaned of excess soil and roots. Then, the plants should be placed in a bowl of water for about an hour to loosen the soil from the roots. Afterward, the flowers should be rinsed gently, removing as much soil as possible.

Now the bottom of the vase is filled with a layer of decorative stones to create a stable base for the bulbs.

Next, place the spring bulbs on the stones, making sure they stand upright and don’t tip over. Arrange the bulbs so they have enough room to open up as they grow.

Then fill the vase with enough stones to cover the roots, leaving only the bulbs visible.

Fill the vase with water up to the level of the stones. The roots will absorb the water and keep the bulbs moist as they slowly begin to sprout.

Watching the process of root development and flowering is particularly fascinating with this DIY project.

Creative spring flower arrangements with natural materials

For early-blooming flowers that need soil to flower, beautiful arrangements can be created using natural materials. Traditional flowerpots aren’t the only option. Bowls, wooden crates, and other containers offer equally charming possibilities. An old brick mold, for example, creates a delightful contrast to the delicate flowers. Tip: Use Tetra Pak cartons (e.g., milk cartons) as waterproof planters for the brick mold, as they fit perfectly inside.

Materials needed:

• Various early bloomers
• An old brick mold
• 3 Tetra Pak
• Moss from the flower trade
• Decorative materials such as stones, wood, etc.

Here’s how it’s done:

Cut off the wide top side of the Tetra Pak all the way around, so that a bowl is formed, and place this in the brick mold.

Carefully remove the spring flowers from their pots, remove some of the soil and roots, and arrange them in the Tetra Pak as desired. Fill with soil, leaving some space at the top.

Then cover the soil with moss and decorate everything with stones and pieces of wood.

Overall, spring flowers offer a refreshing way to enliven the home with natural beauty and welcome spring. Whether planted traditionally or with innovative design approaches, there are numerous creative ways to showcase the natural splendor of spring flowers. The variety of arrangements and the selection of bulbs allow for individual preferences and styles to be taken into account. These DIY projects not only offer a way to beautify the home but also allow you to experience the growth process and the beauty of nature within your own four walls.