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July 26, 2012

How to Turn An Old Crate Into A Floral Arrangement

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By the time most of you read this I’ll be on my way to sunny San Diego, CA to visit one of my best friends! This will be my first time flying with Miss E by myself and I’m a little nervous about it, so say a prayer for me! But all in all, I’m really excited to have some girl time and put my toes in the sand!

On another note, I’ve picked all of the giveaway winners from the Blogiversary Celebration so please check your emails!

Now onto a sweet and inexpensive project for the day. If you are looking for a simple yet elegant centerpiece idea for your upcoming dinner party, wedding, or rehearsal dinner, I’ve got an idea for you! Using an old crate, mason jars and some hydrangeas from the garden you can create a chic floral arrangement for hardly anything at all.

Wine Crate Planter

I love flowers and I am so fortunate that I have gorgeous white hydrangeas that fill my back yard every summer. I’d like to take credit for how gorgeous they look but in reality they are pretty low maintenance. I planted them about 3 years ago and every year they get bigger and more beautiful. Starting in mid-July and through September hydrangeas fill every room in my house. Love.

Wine Crate Planter

I generally just use simple glass vases for my arrangements, but this year I decided to use this old Wine Crate that my grandma gave me (you can read more about that here).

Wine Crate Planter

Pairing the rustic crate with fresh white flowers creates a very shabby chic look. You can find old crates like this at Thrift Stores, the Goodwill, Antique Shops and garage sales. I find them everywhere but I was fortunate to get this one for free :)

Wine Crate Planter

Here are a few little tips on how to get a full and tiered flower arrangement. 

Wine Crate Planter

I started with the old wine crate and gave it a good cleaning.

Wine Crate Planter

Next, I gathered some mason jars and old vases and placed them inside the crate. Now here is my tip. Place the taller vases in the center to give the arrangement some height and then place the shorter vases around the edges. This will help the arrangement have a fuller/rounder appearance and stay symmetrical.

Wine Crate Planter

I started in the center and worked my way to the edges, filling in holes along the way. And once I was done, it looks liked this:

Wine Crate Planter

I’m checking out for the rest of the week and weekend but I have a great guest post for you tomorrow!

About Taryn Whiteaker

Hi! I’m Taryn! The voice behind Taryn Whiteaker Designs. I launched this brand over 11 years ago when I became a stay-at-home mom. What started as a small craft and mom blog eventually grew into a full time design and DIY site. My goal has always been to inspire others (especially women!) with design ideas, DIY tutorials, entertaining ideas and give you the tools you need to complete them yourself!

Filed Under: ALL POSTS, DIY Home Decor, DIY Projects, Seasonal Decor & Crafts, Summer, Tablescapes Tagged With: DIY, flowers

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  1. Jody says

    July 26, 2012 at 8:13 am

    I love hydrangeas! I have blue and purple ones in the yard and love this time of year because of having them in the house.

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  2. Chelsea @ {twotwentyone} says

    July 26, 2012 at 9:22 pm

    Stop. It. This is gorgeous! Have fun in San Diego!

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  3. [email protected] Rose says

    July 27, 2012 at 5:32 am

    Love the centre piece idea Taryn! It would be so simple to do but looks absolutely gorgeous (love your grandma’s crate!)!! Have a wonderful time in San Diego:)

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  4. Niki {Hello Paper Moon} says

    July 27, 2012 at 5:43 am

    Oh it’s gorgeous! Love it, I have been wanting to pick up some wine crates.

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  5. Kei says

    July 28, 2012 at 8:03 am

    Sweet idea! With all those flowers nobody would ever know about the old jars hiding away in there :)

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  6. [email protected] Press says

    July 28, 2012 at 11:56 am

    stunning flower arrangement!

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  7. Lisa Summerhays says

    July 28, 2012 at 10:30 pm

    Love it. Want to take it home with me. :)

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  8. Jeannine @ The Concrete Cottage says

    July 29, 2012 at 8:25 am

    That’s gorgeous! My first attempt at a hydrangea bush failed in a horrific hail storm just days after I planted it. :(
    I hope to someday have some as beautiful as yours!!

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  9. Pam @ Simple Details says

    July 29, 2012 at 9:30 pm

    Love your wine crate and the hydrangeas are the perfect addition! :)

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  10. Carey says

    July 30, 2012 at 8:46 pm

    So beautiful! Thanks for the inspiration. With Joy, Carey

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  11. Kathryn Griffin says

    July 30, 2012 at 9:44 pm

    Great tip. Thank you for sharing. Visiting from Chef in Training. Would love it if you would share this at my Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/2012/07/make-it-pretty-monday-week-8.html Hope to see you at the party. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

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  12. Mrs Major Hoff says

    July 30, 2012 at 10:57 pm

    Sooooo soooo pretty! I love the white hydrangeas. I tried some here early in the spring but the Texas summer killed them. The rustic box just adds the perfect touch. Classic and elegant! Love it!

    -Sara
    MajHoffTakesAWife

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  13. Rhiannon-Baked In The South says

    July 31, 2012 at 12:33 pm

    awesome idea! Would love to have you link up to our party!

    http://baked-inthesouth.blogspot.com/2012/07/made-it-by-monday-link-party_31.html

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  14. Mindy says

    July 31, 2012 at 1:16 pm

    That is really so pretty and romantic! I love it:)

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  15. Aimee @ ShugarySweets says

    August 1, 2012 at 11:20 am

    Okay, this is just so stinking gorgeous. LOVE IT.

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  16. Karen Whitney says

    August 1, 2012 at 4:48 pm

    This is soooo beautiful! It is simple, elegant, and so chic! Your hydrangeas are gorgeous as well :)

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  17. [email protected] says

    August 1, 2012 at 6:12 pm

    Believe it or not, I have actually toured that winery! I still have pot holders from the gift shop. I just love the hydrangeas against the rustic crate…..beautiful!

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  18. Hilani-Handmade by Hilani says

    August 1, 2012 at 6:25 pm

    Hi Taryn, found this on Live.Laugh.Rowe so great! Love it!!

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  19. katie from sew woodsy says

    August 2, 2012 at 4:35 am

    Love this idea–super chic!

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  20. Laura Ingalls Gunn says

    August 2, 2012 at 5:36 am

    Oh how lovely! This arrangement says “summer” to me! :)

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  21. Pamela says

    August 2, 2012 at 8:10 am

    I love this! Such a great idea and perfect balance of elegant and rustic!

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  22. Brenda Kula-Pruitt says

    August 2, 2012 at 6:41 pm

    Absolutely gorgeous!
    Brenda

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  23. Mimi says

    August 3, 2012 at 12:49 pm

    What a lovely and simple idea! Thanks for sharing it.

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  24. Susan @ Oh My! Creative says

    August 5, 2012 at 6:52 pm

    So beautiful! One of my favorite flowers!

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  25. Tauni says

    August 7, 2012 at 9:55 pm

    Gorgeous centerpiece. Thanks so very much for sharing!

    xoxo, Tauni

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  26. Allison @ The Golden Sycamore says

    August 9, 2012 at 6:20 am

    What a fantastic idea! This is absolutely gorgeous and yet so simple to do!

    http://www.thegoldensycamore.com/2012/08/little-yellow-rocker.html

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  27. Abbie (Five days...5 ways) says

    August 10, 2012 at 4:49 am

    Absolutely beee-youtiful! Featuring you, Taryn!

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  28. Jessica @ Dear Emmeline says

    August 10, 2012 at 7:43 am

    This looks lovely! I have the same type of hydrangea. I’ll have to keep this in my mind for next year when they bloom again!

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  29. Nina says

    October 3, 2012 at 1:07 pm

    Gorgeous! I love hydrangeas but I live in AZ and it’s too hot! So I will admire yours. :)

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