10 Ways to Use a Vase

from contributing writer Kristen

If the ones you love like to give flowers, then you probably have a number of flower vases floating around your house, taking up space.  If you are running out of places to store them, consider these 10 ways to use a vase.

Utensil Holder

Upcycle a flower vase by decorating it and using it as a utensil holder in the kitchen.   I painted an old flower vase with chalkboard paint and I now use it to store utensils. I find it very handy to have these utensils next to my stove.  It is also a way to bring some new life to your kitchen decor.

Donate

Donate your extra vases.  Giving away an item so someone else can bring new life to it is always a great idea.  Some recipients that may want your old flower vases include:

• Hospital gift shops
• Retirement or nursing homes
• a DIY Bride to be
• Churches
• A local flower shop

It is always a good idea to call before dropping off a bunch of vases.

Candle Holder

If you have a vase that is the proper size,  you can use it as a candle holder.  This can make a pretty centerpiece.  You can also use a vase for a container if you want to attempt to make a homemade candle.

Salad Bowl

Using a vase can be a different and fun way to present a salad.  It can add a special something to your spread!

Herb Garden

Grow herbs in your old flower vases in your kitchen.  Keep them by your kitchen window and they will get plenty of light.  Mismatched flower vases may add a certain kind of charm to this display.

Fish Bowl

Trying out a family goldfish before investing in a fish tank?  Use an old flower vase.  Make sure that the flower vase you use is one of the larger ones in your collection so the little fish can swim around!

Change Holder

Use your leftover vase as a vessel for loose change.  You may be surprised how fast it fills up!  Remember to keep one in the laundry room.

Gift

Give someone flowers or baked goods and make your gift look appealing by putting them in a vase.

Fruit Bowl

If you kitchen looks anything like mine, then you always have an overflowing fruit bowl and more fruit out on the counter.  Using an old flower vase can make displaying fruit look much nicer.

Flowers

Don’t keep all your flower vases packed away!  Refill them with new flowers!