Our Flower and Glass Vase Creations

Rose, peony and dahlia stems are arranged here in clear glass, a wall that hides nothing: the flower, the stem and everything that happens below the neck. Candlestick candles extend the arrangement across the table once the bouquet is in place.

Arrange by the stem, not the bouquet

An arrangement is built flower by flower. First set three tall stems to outline the silhouette, then work down toward the neck of the vase with shorter flowers. An odd number gives a more natural result than an even one, and the vase is turned as you work.

Mix open and closed flowers

A closed rose and an open rose do not play the same role: the first adds tight dots of color, the second fills volume. Alternate the two and keep the most open flowers toward the outside. The dahlia and the peony, which are wider, serve as anchor points at the center of the bouquet.

Clear glass forgives nothing

Since the glass shows the stems, take care with the lower part of the arrangement: cross them so they support one another, or choose a vase with a narrow neck that gathers them. Wash the glass in lukewarm water and dry it right away, otherwise water spots remain visible.

Frequently asked questions

How many stems for a vase?

Allow five to seven stems for a table vase, more for a large floor vase. A dense arrangement is better than a sparse bouquet, where the glass reveals the gaps.

How do you fix a stem that is too long?

Push it further down into the vase and let the neighboring flowers hide the difference. A vase with a tall neck also makes up for a slightly long stem.

Will the candles fit my candlestick?

Measure the diameter of your candlestick's cup, then compare it with that of the candle, shown on the product page. A candle that is too thin tips over, while one that is too wide will not go all the way down.