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April 8, 2013

May Day Gift Ideas: Front Door Flower Basket Using Fresh Lilies

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We are well into April which means May Day is just around the corner! I remember as a little girl having so much fun on May Day. I used to make little flower baskets and leave them on my neighbor’s front door. I would look forward to it every year. It’s such a fun tradition and I hope to continue it with Miss E. I mean, who wouldn’t want to be surprised with fresh flowers on their porch?

As we approach this fun holiday I thought I’d put together a little May Day Gift Idea: Front Door Flower Basket Using Fresh lilies, one of my favorite flowers. Even though lilies come in a variety of colors, I absolutely love using white flowers around my home and in bouquets. I love how how white flowers are so crisp yet so elegant. They are my favorite.

May Day Gift Idea: Front Door Flower Basket Using Fresh Lilies by Design, Dining + Diapers., spring door decor, galvanized baskets, shabby chic flower arrangements, burlap and flowers, door decor

May Day Gift Idea: Front Door Flower Basket Using Fresh Lilies by Design, Dining + Diapers., spring door decor, galvanized baskets, shabby chic flower arrangements, burlap and flowers, door decor

May Day Gift Idea: Front Door Flower Basket Using Fresh Lilies by Design, Dining + Diapers., spring door decor, galvanized baskets, shabby chic flower arrangements, burlap and flowers, door decor

May Day Gift Idea: Front Door Flower Basket Using Fresh Lilies by Design, Dining + Diapers., spring door decor, galvanized baskets, shabby chic flower arrangements, burlap and flowers, door decor This little basket arrangement has a vintage feel and would be a really fun gift for a neighbor on May Day or even Mother’s Day. How excited would you be to open your door?

May Day Gift Idea: Front Door Flower Basket Using Fresh Lilies by Design, Dining + Diapers., spring door decor, galvanized baskets, shabby chic flower arrangements, burlap and flowers, door decor Supplies Needed: – Galvanized Wall Basket/Envelope (you can find something similar here

) – 4″ Piece of burlap – Sharpie – Hot Glue Gun – Fresh lilies May Day Gift Idea: Front Door Flower Basket Using Fresh Lilies by Design, Dining + Diapers., spring door decor, galvanized baskets, shabby chic flower arrangements, burlap and flowers, door decor Start by cutting your piece of burlap into a 4″ strip. Then to create a straight edge, slightly pull off one string and then it will reveal a straight raw edge that you can trim. Repeat on both sides and trim edges.

Using a Sharpie create your design on the burlap. I drew a vintage inspired number free handed, but you could also use a stencil. The options are endless, use the initials of the person you are giving it to or say Happy May Day or even Mother’s Day.

Wrap the burlap around the basket and place a few dots of hot glue. Tie a ribbon through the holes at the top to create a handle. I used a 1″ cream satin ribbon I picked up at the dollar store.

May Day Gift Idea: Front Door Flower Basket Using Fresh Lilies by Design, Dining + Diapers., spring door decor, galvanized baskets, shabby chic flower arrangements, burlap and flowers, door decor And to finish off the basket, place a few stems of fresh lilies. I picked mine up for $4.99 a bunch at my local grocery store but you can also purchase them at almost any grocery store, garden centers, or flower shops. Gorgeous. Love them.

.May Day Gift Idea: Front Door Flower Basket Using Fresh Lilies by Design, Dining + Diapers., spring door decor, galvanized baskets, shabby chic flower arrangements, burlap and flowers, door decor

And now your Front Door Flower Basket is ready for a door! Surprise your neighbors with a special gift for May Day or give it to your mom for Mother’s Day. Everyone loves flowers and the basket can be used over and over again for every season.

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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!

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  1. Rachel says

    April 9, 2013 at 10:09 am

    I had to look May Day up – I didn’t know what it was! It sounds like such a cute thing to celebrate, though. I love that adorable basket arrangement.

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  2. MarieRoxanne says

    April 9, 2013 at 11:20 pm

    Around here, sadly, that pretty thing would be stolen from my front door. I live in an apartment building with a mix or owners and low income renters. BUT I would gladly have one on the inside! Then I can see it every day going “out” the door!

    Reply
  3. Gina says

    April 10, 2013 at 8:15 am

    Oh how simply elegant Taryn- I love it!

    Reply
  4. Leslie Stewart @ House on the Way says

    April 11, 2013 at 6:29 am

    Love it! So simple and gorgeous!
    Leslie

    Reply
  5. Carol Cook says

    April 11, 2013 at 9:10 pm

    I have a little metal piece just like yours hanging on a bench in the back yard. I think a little burlap will be just the ticket to dress it up for the front door.

    Thanks for the inspiration.

    Reply
  6. Rose :: Fine Craft Guild says

    April 12, 2013 at 4:15 am

    Love your galvanized envelop!

    Reply
  7. Christina @ The Murrayed Life says

    April 12, 2013 at 9:00 am

    SO charming! What a sweet way to welcome guests and spring. Found you through the linkup, and I’m excited to go check out more of your projects!

    Reply
  8. Melissa @ Keep Calm and Decorate says

    April 12, 2013 at 5:05 pm

    This is such a cute idea! I love the burlap with the stenciled number. Visiting from Tater Tots and Jello.

    Reply
  9. angie says

    April 13, 2013 at 5:31 pm

    love this reminds me of the may day baskets we made as kids

    Reply
  10. Laura @ Finding Home says

    April 15, 2013 at 7:07 am

    I love how simply pretty this is! Thanks so much for sharing at the Monday Funday link party. Take care, Laura

    Reply
  11. Krista @ joyfulhealthyeats says

    April 15, 2013 at 8:12 pm

    This is super cute and looks easy to make. I love the idea of the white flowers up against tin! Great post! :)

    Reply
  12. Shelly says

    April 16, 2013 at 4:14 pm

    I love this! So classic and sweet! I saw these at Ben Franklin the other day and now I think I need to go back & get one!

    Reply
  13. carmel says

    April 17, 2013 at 6:48 pm

    This is so pretty! Love the burlap!

    Reply
  14. Angela Larson says

    November 16, 2014 at 9:16 am

    Love, love, love the idea – but where does the water go? I assume these metal envelopes are water proof/sealed? Of course, you could use a dried arrangement, but fresh flowers look so much better. We are near Christmas now and I am thinking white and red carnations, red gerbera daisies, some sprigs of mistletoe…

    Thanks for your help!

    angela

    Reply

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