Nothing brightens up a room like flowers. Flowers are an easy and inexpensive way to decorate, and they bring extra character and energy to your decor. Almost any kind of flower or flower arrangement is suitable for any occasion as long as you like it and it makes you happy.

Flowers are not just for special occasions, though. Flowers add a dimension of richness and beauty that looks good in your regular, everyday decor, as well. The best part of that is that it’s not permanent. While it’s sometimes sad to see a beautiful flower arrangement wither and die, the good thing about it is that flowers are not a long-term decorating commitment. You can change up the flowers in your house according to your mood, the seasons, or specific occasions. For a quiet and calm feeling you can use colors that complement the the decor of a room, or choose something with contrast to make a bold statement and punch up the energy in the room.

You can go to your local florist for some expert advice and beautiful blooms, but sometimes the best place to get flowers is at your local supermarket or corner deli! The price is right, for sure, and while you might not have a large variety of choices, you’d be surprised that the quality is usually pretty good. Because you’re getting such good prices, snatch up two or three bunches and combine them to create your own unique bouquets. Trim the stems, put them in a vase with some water, and enjoy the beauty. But just because flowers usually go in vases doesn’t mean that you have to be limited that way. Almost any vessel is suitable to hold your flowers, and the more out of the box you think, the more interesting your flower arrangements will be. Jam jars, wine glasses, coffee mugs, and pretty water pitchers are all up for the job. If you want to put your own little spin on a classic, tie a ribbon around a regular vase and fill it with roses. You can never go wrong with that!