10 Tulip Styling Ideas & Arrangements for Spring
This weather has me craving spring… although, I know it’s too soon and more snow will fall. One of my favorite flowers to display during the spring & summer months are tulips. They’re textural, sculptural, are easy to style, and look good in any vessel. With spring on the horizon, I found myself perusing the floral section while grocery shopping at Trader Joe’s earlier this week. With this unseasonably warm weather, I felt inspired to get creative with some floral styling. Click through for some fun ideas on where you could style tulips- or any florals for that matter. These ideas are perfect for adding a splash of color, greenery, or texture…
Almost a decade ago, I shared a tutorial on how to create a Trader Joe’s floral arrangement, and not much has changed. Almost every grocery trip results in at least one small bundle of flowers. It’s amazing how a simple ritual can result in bringing joy to your week. I hope this post brightens your day or inspires you to grab some blooms or a plant the next time you visit your local grocery. Here are some quick styling ideas…
1. On a Desk
I spend a lot of time in my home office, and more often than not- any fresh flowers that result from grocery shopping end up in here. Don’t forget to style florals where you’re most likely to enjoy them… for me, that’s my desk.
2. In the Bath or Powder Room
Bud vases are the easiest way to style florals because they require minimal effort. Snip some stems and drop them into water… that’s the extent of it. I especially love a few bloom in a small bud vase, brightening the bathroom, powder room, or a vanity table. Speaking of, check out this post on our burl bathroom vanity table DIY.
3. On the Mantel
My fireplace mantel is always the vignette I begin styling first for the changing of seasons. I think tulips look lovely styled in a planter, but don’t worry- you don’t actually have to plant them. I filled a small clear vase with water and nested it within one of my favorite planters for spring. Check out this post for more mantel styling tips.
4. In a Pitcher
No readily available vases or planters? No problem… grab a pitcher from the kitchen. I’m serious. I love the rustic and casual touch it adds. It’s great for styling on the countertop or at the coffee bar.
5. On a Side Table or Pedestal
Tulips are amazing for creating sculptural arrangements that have a textural form with lots of movement. Sometimes it’s most beautiful to allow them to stand on their own. Style a single vase or planter filled with tulips alone on a side table- or better yet, a pedestal. Check out this post on how to build a decorative pedestal (and to see an example)!
6. Fill Negative Space on a Stair Landing
Have negative space on a stair landing, hall, or foyer? It’s no secret, one of my favorite designer tricks is to use a demilune to fill dead space (here are 15 black demilune tables for any budget). This is the perfect area to insert florals for a splash of seasonal color.
7. Plant Tulips In a Bowl
While you could easily use my “vase nested into a planter” hack, you can also plant tulips in any vessel of your choosing. I love an oversized bowl for plants and floral arrangements, alike. It always achieves a timeless look.
8. On a Bedside Table or Nightstand
If you caught my Quince linen bedding review, you already know I’ve swapped our bedding for spring. Again, I have to emphasize- I’m feeling reading for the warmer months ahead. With our newly upgraded bedding, I thought I’d give the bedside tables a bit of attention with fresh florals. Aside from my desk, that’s my second favorite place to style blooms.
9. On the Kitchen Island
It’s nice having a larger kitchen island. We previously had a small cart, and now I have a more substantial surface for styling. This has been the perfect place to style larger arrangements that visually balance the weight of our darker kitchen. Did you catch my post on ideas for customizing a kitchen island or cart?
10. Brighten a Corner
My last piece of advice is to brighten an ordinary corner with your favorite florals. This corner in our formal living room has become my go-to spot for burning seasonal fragrances and displaying florals. It has really become a vignette I look forward to styling.
FAQ
Ha, no! I’ve got two tulip arrangements right now… one on my desk, and one on my nightstand. I just gathered up images from the past to give you a visual for each example. I always think those are helpful (at least for me)!
Usually white, green, yellow, or lavender. It really depends on what I can find at the grocery.
Related
Looking for more floral inspiration or posts to put you in the mood for spring? I’m going to link some of my favorites below…
- How to Make DIY Pressed Flower Wall Art
- The Easiest Indoors Plants That Thrive in Low Light
- Tips for Using Faux Florals & Greenery
- How to Install Window Flower Boxes
- Classic Planters for Every Aesthetic and Budget
- Blue & White Tablescape for Spring
- Our Garden Tour
- Outdoor Living & Decor Finds from Amazon
- My Spring Appliance Collection with Big Chill
Does this weather also have you longing for an early spring? Have you started making seasonal updates at home? Dreaming of your garden or what you’ll be cooking in the kitchen in the months to come? Just me? Ha, that’s fair. I’ve lost all track of time this week- it’s been a busy one, but I’m finally back to my regular schedule! Thanks for sticking with me, friends. Check back tomorrow for another blog post. I’m back into my post travel rhythm and have lots of fun things to share with you!
