Tuesday, March 29, 2011

Little Spring Gifts




Little pots of spring plants make the sweetest gifts! Especially since Easter is just around the corner.

They are pretty just the way they are, but with very little extra fuss they can be dressed up to make a beautiful presentation.


Wrapping up a pot doesn't really take a tutorial, but I thought out the steps for you to make it even easier to give spring flowers as an extra special gift.



Cut clear cellophane from a roll into 4 rectangles that will fit up the sides of the pot plus 2 1/2 inches.



Position 2 sheets of cellophane on top of each other in a + . Repeat with the other sheets of cellophane. This will make ruffly edges.

Gather up cellophane around the pot and secure with a thick rubber band.


Cut a length of ribbon. I try to use wired ribbon. Cut the ends into dovetails.



Tie in a bow and fluff.



Add moss to cover the dirt. This gives your pot a finished look.



Maybe tuck a little decorative plate under the plant... very special! I got 5 of these at a flea market for $3.00 a piece.


So easy...so sweet... so thoughtful!

But you KNEW all that already!!! Just a little reminder.

Happy Spring!





37 comments:

  1. Blondie's JournalMarch 29, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    Very cute idea, Yvonne! Your daffodils are beautiful! Have a wonderful week!

    XO,
    Jane

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  2. RenéMarch 29, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    What a wonderful idea! So simple and elegant all at once. I especially love the blue and white plate. Thank you for the inspiration Yvonne!

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  3. Pamela GordonMarch 29, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    This is such a sweet and simple idea! So pretty and springy! Pamela

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  4. Gabriela Delworth - Instructional DesignerMarch 29, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    Hello,

    That's right! Love plant gifts especially if they are blooming plants...


    ~ Gabriela ~

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  5. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsMarch 29, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    A great idea, Yvonne! I've been thinking of doing something with plants for my daughter as she seems to be into planting things this year. She's in an apartment so that means lots of containers! They make for a great place setting piece, too.

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  6. ℳartina @ Northern NestingMarch 29, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    Hi Yvonne another idea of yours that I am stealing(LOL)!! So Pretty! Martina

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  7. UnknownMarch 29, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    Yvonne, what a lovely spring potted plant & ribbon ... very cheery.

    Have a beautiful day ~
    TTFN ~
    Marydon

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  8. Becca BertottiMarch 29, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    Happy Spring is right, Yvonne! This is beautiful! Thanks for sharing, *Becca*

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  9. La Table De NanaMarch 29, 2011 at 4:19 PM

    Cute cute..I appreciate little details..They make things so special.

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  10. Pinky at Designs by PinkyMarch 29, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    Every little extra touch you do is so special! These are so pretty and a wonderful GIFT!!! XO, Pinky

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  11. mary bethMarch 29, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    You just reminded me how much I love yellow and blue and white together! It all looks so cheerful and the flowers just send it over the edge! Thanks for sharing!

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  12. FABBY'S LIVINGMarch 29, 2011 at 5:18 PM

    Very nice Ivonne...I love yellow daffodils, and yeah, yellow and blue is my fav! So happy and cheerful!
    FABBY

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  13. PicketMarch 29, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    Very sweet idea...love how it makes the daffodils look so special....hope you have a great week...Picket

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  14. SandraMarch 29, 2011 at 5:38 PM

    Hi Yvonne, I love daffodils they give me happiness with their brilliant colors.
    When I think about spring, yellow and orange daffodils start to dance on my head.
    Thanks for your great idea.
    Love from Spain.

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  15. SharonMarch 29, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    Beautiful Yvonne! It's so refreshing to see daffodils after snow :)

    Have a blessed day and thanks for posting this :)
    ~Sharon

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  16. Robin@DecoratingTennisGirlMarch 29, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    So cute, Yvonne. I love, love yellow!!!

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  17. BabsMarch 29, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    Those are adorable! I love the yellow checked ribbon and moss. Anyone would be thrilled to receive one of those as a gift.

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  18. The French HutchMarch 29, 2011 at 6:52 PM

    I would love to receive this gift!!!!! Daffodils are the first sign of Spring and always bring hope. This is a delightful and simple, but elegant gift to give or receive. Love it.......

    ~Emily
    The French Hutch

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  19. The AtwoodsMarch 29, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    What a great idea! I would have never thought to do that. This gets my creative juices flowing, Yvonne! I have a friend that's about to move into a new house, so something like this would be PERFECT for a housewarming gift. Thanks for the inspiration :)

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  20. LaMarch 29, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    Very special and pretty.

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  21. Gypsy HeartMarch 29, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    Just beautiful! Love the extra touches when someone does this. I know your recipients will adore these.

    xo
    Pat

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  22. www.thewhitefarmhouse2.blogspot.comMarch 29, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    You always make the most thoughtful little gifts! I just love how you personalize them. It would really be a pleasure to come to your house!

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  23. quakerhillfarmMarch 29, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    So sweet! A great inspiration. Thanks for sharing. Blessings to you, Lynn

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  24. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeMarch 29, 2011 at 8:41 PM

    The perfect Spring flowers! Such a sweet table!

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  25. KristenMarch 29, 2011 at 9:50 PM

    Such an easy gift but the extra touches make it super special. I love the moss and the ribbon and the pretty plate underneath! Thanks for the idea!

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  26. ShelMarch 30, 2011 at 2:56 AM

    You always make everything look so perfect! What a wonderful idea for Easter.
    Have a wonderful week.
    Shel

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  27. GailMarch 30, 2011 at 5:21 AM

    Happy Spring to you too Yvonne. What a great idea and it looks beautiful. Thanks for the inspiration.

    Enjoy your day,
    Gail

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  28. RettabugMarch 30, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    I can see I need to add to my "resource center" & get some rolls of clear cellophane as well as some moss to have on hand for just such a thoughtful gift.

    You always go the extra mile to make things look so special. Its a wonderful trail & I want to mimic everything you do!

    Hugs,
    Rett

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  29. Mid-Atlantic MarthaMarch 30, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    What a wonderful spring gift this would be. I love your pretty and perky idea.

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  30. LynnMarch 30, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    Daffs are a favorite of mine Yvonne! Not only are they beautiful now, but each year as they come back up:@)

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  31. On Crooked CreekMarch 30, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    Yvonne,
    Spring is truly abounding in blogland! Stone Gable is stunning this Season, as usual!!! Thank you for the reminder of the simple things in life are best! Our lives are fully blessed, sometimes we forget that simple, truly, is best!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  32. DamarisMarch 30, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    BEAUTIFUL!! Yellow makes me SO HAPPY!! You make the most AMAZING bows EVER!! XXOO, Damaris

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  33. KimMalkMarch 30, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    That is a great idea, Yvonne. It's simple and polished. You're right that the flowers are beautiful on their own :).

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  34. SavoringTime in the KitchenMarch 30, 2011 at 6:12 PM

    Wonderful idea! I love the gingham bow you used. I can't wait to see some daffodils blooming here.

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  35. Pam - @diy Design FanaticMarch 30, 2011 at 7:39 PM

    So lovely! Would make a great gift~and looks soooo expensive the way you wrapped it!

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  36. KathleenMarch 30, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    So pretty!

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