How to Make Grocery Store Roses Look like a Million Bucks
Yesterday we took a trip to Trader Joe’s that I shared on Stories with y’all. I literally cannot walk out of Trader Joe’s without a bunch of fresh flowers. I mean, a dozen roses for $6.99?!
I love arranging flowers. It’s a skill I learned during quarantine that is a great way to quickly dress up a space, especially on a budget. Here’s how I turn a $7 bouquet of grocery store roses into an arrangement that looks like a million bucks.
what you need
A vase, scissors or floral shears, clear waterproof floral tape and flowers.
TIP: For vases, I prefer low profile. If the vase is clear, you can’t use anything in the bottom for stability. If you have a non see-through vase, then I suggest adding a small wire cage or floral foam to create a base for your flowers. See below for great vase suggestions.
instructions
- Remove all dead petals.
- Remove all leafs below water level. Leaves under the water causes the water to smell bad and get moldy.
- Use the plant food that comes with your flowers.
- Cut your stems at an angle.
- Use clear floral tape to create a grid on the top of your vase. Use an additional piece of tape around the edge of the vase to secure all pieces in place.
- If opening flowers, gently bend back petals at base.
- Every couple of days, trim stems at a different angle and change water.
Here’s a quick tutorial on how to transform your roses. Such an easy DIY!
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Such a good idea! My flowers always look like a mess!
Especially when it’s not a huge bouquet!
I’ll try this next time
Let me know if it works good for you!
Those look gorgeous! Great idea!
Thanks, Katie!
Those pink roses are gorgeous and for a great price too! I love how you arranged them!
TJ’s has the best flowers!
Soooooo pretty!!!
Thanks, Mindy!
That’s a great tip to use tape to make a grid! I have to try this!
I went to a class and the girl taught me that. So smart!
Beautiful!!
Thank you!
Beautiful!! So lovely
Thank you!!
So pretty! I have to try this since my flowers always look so blah.
Let me know if you try it and how it turns out!