1. Purchase a tall vase...I got mine at Target for $9. (You could probably find cheaper ones than this, I was in a hurry and like thick glass vases.)
2. Fill the bottom few inches of the vase with a festive material. I bought 1 strand of silver beaded garland at Hobby Lobby for $2.50.
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3. Add a Paperwhite or Amaryllis bulb with the pointed end sticking up. I bought a box of 4 Paperwhite bulbs at Home Depot for $5. Paperwhites bloom in 4-6 weeks, while Amaryllis pretty much bloom whenever they decide.
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4. Finally tie on a ribbon and and ornament of your choice to make it fun! I had left over ribbon from the wedding (I'm sure you have some around the house as well). I got the ornament at Target for $1.
I love this gift idea, it really looks very pretty! I wish I wasn't too lazy to do something crafty.
ReplyDeleteAww it is really pretty!! I may have to steal this idea for my mom-in-law:) I already have her gift, but wanted to get her something else...
ReplyDeleteBTW, I had to try the Espresso Truffle and I did!!! It was really good!! I ordered Iced one because FL was 80F today.. It was better than Iced Mocha. Thank you!!! xo