Vases are known by variety of names and often are called urns, pots. or containers. They come in many sizes from low vases that might be placed on a coffee table to tall floor vases that may range in heights from 24 inches to 60 inches.
Vases can be made of glass,crystal,wood(oak, dark cherry bamboo), ceramic, antique brass or pewter,cast iron and clay. They can be used as indoor or outdoor decor. The styling of vases also varies with casual, contemporary and classic stylings all very available. Vases are very popular as wedding gifts with the preference of crystal stated on many wedding gift registeries. Vases come in a wide variety of colors. Glass vases are popular once again and can be found at low costs or at higher costs in artist galleries. Ceramic vases and urns create an old world or Tuscan-French look and are often textured and/or decorated with artistic designs. Many people collect vases or urns in earth tones designed by Native American artists. Do you love a touch of the exotic in your home? Look into vases and urns of Asian design which usually come in bold, dramatic colors. Large floor-standing vases can be filled with tall branches or sticks and are especially attractive in homes with high ceilings. Vases of varying heights,colors or textures work well in bookcases. Use low vases and containers on coffee tables and keep them with a lower profile. Vases or containers on dining tables can be taller with footed urns and filled with an attractive asymetric silk floral arrangement. Tip: Be sure the arrangement on your dining table can be made so that it can be lifted out and placed in a lower container for use when entertaining. The website www.igoboutiques.com gives a neat suggestion for using a square-shaped glass vase, colored marbles. clear water and a floating candle. Many of us will continue to return to this site to explore other creative ideas as we change the inside and outside of our homes to reflect the season.
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