The first thing to consider when choosing a container for a floral arrangement is how the arrangement will be used. Will it be a freestanding centerpiece? A tall accent?

Next consider the surroundings. Do you want a formal arrangement or something more casual? A simple basket is great for a fall arrangement in a casual setting. My last arrangement was a very formal centerpiece, which I arranged in a cobalt blue glass serving bowl.

Here are some container materials. Each has a different level of formality:

plastic
wicker
machine made glass
pottery
tin
wire
copper
handmade or collectible glass
porcelain
crystal
silverplate
Use your imagination. Many, many containers besides vases can be used to hold your next flower arrangement.

pitcher
bowl
plate
compote
flower pot
small tray
rock with a depression
decorative box (for silk flowers - may need to add weight)
basket
large mug
tin container with the lid removed
pumpkin
wreath
Collectible food can
water can
hat
Some containers, such as a basket, will need to conceal a waterproof liner or inner container if you are working with live flowers.

When considering the attitude of your container, be sure that the container is not so ornate that it will overpower your arrangement.

Measure Up
Be careful when choosing the size of your container. A relatively small container can end up part of a fairly large arrangement.

If your container is taller than it is wide, then measure the height of the container. Your eventual arrangement should be 2 1/2 to 3 times that height. So a vase 14 inches tall should be part of an arrangement 35 to 42 inches tall!

If your container is wider than it is tall, then measure the width. The height of the arrangement should be 1 1/2 to 2 times taller than the width. So, for a bowl 9" wide, the arrangement will be between 14" and 18" tall plus the height of the container.

Remember, the larger the arrangement, the more flowers it will take to do it justice and the higher the cost. Also, larger arrangements take a larger space to display. Choose wisely.

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