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While anyone can plop a handful of flowers into a vase, there is a little more
thought and technique that goes into the art of flower arranging. It requires a bit
of planning and careful preparation to create a beautiful centerpiece and ensure
flowers maintain their color and freshness. That being said, it's easy to learn how
to arrange flowers in a vase and make it look like a professional's work. Once you
learn the basics, flower arranging can be both fun and simple. We spoke with
Charlotte Moss, interior designer and author of the book Charlotte Moss Flowers
($43, Amazon), to get her expert tips on creating and maintaining beautiful
arrangements. This step-by-step guide to arranging flowers will help you put
together and display gorgeous bouquets.
While you can be methodical about your color scheme, there really isn't a way to go
wrong when pairing flowers. Moss recommends selecting flowers based on what's
currently blooming in your garden or what you can find at the local market. "The
key is to be open-minded and see what you are drawn to," she says. "Being too
specific in a search can prevent you from looking at other beautiful candidates."
Pick your favorites with different growth patterns, shapes, and sizes, and see how
you can make them come together.