How to Make the Perfect Affordable Valentine's Day Floral Layout

Even with our current economy it is still possible to do something simple, affordable and thoughtful for a loved one on Valentine's Day. It can be used in a romantic setting or as a fun casual setting. It is also great as take home party favors. This floral arrangement/layout is a twist on the traditional Valentine's Day bouquet and a thoughtful way to put any area of your house into the Valentine's Day spirit!

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Dozen roses
• Dozen single flower vases (bud vases)
• Construction paper or index cards
• Ribbon
• Optional: Glass pebbles or small river rocks

1. 
    
   Bud Vase

   Trim roses to desired length. If handy, add glass pebbles to the bottom of each vase. Fill vases 3/4 full with water, then place each rose in a vase.

2. 
    
   Roses

   Next write out the phrase "Happy Valentine's Day" on twelve cards. Write the word "Happy" on one card. Split up the word "Valentine's into ten different cards, and then write "Day on the last card.

3. 
    
   My Arrangement

   Take the ribbon and tie each card to each rose. If desired you can write little messages on the back of each card. Voila! Happy Valentine's Day to you all!

Resources

• Michael's Arts & Crafts Store

[whatupally]

on 2/5/2009 Creative and thoughtful! Five stars!

[Ladybugblue]

on 1/31/2009 Great idea! Thanks!

[TheMoreYouKnow]

on 1/28/2009 This really looks nice. I may not be able to leave the bedroom after such a nice Valentine's Day presentation. Thanks for the idea. 5ive *tars.

[jaredsgirl]

on 1/28/2009 I love this idea! 5*

[Susang6]

on 1/28/2009 Very creative idea....images work well with the tips, thanks for sharing.