Elevate Floral Vases Or Displays With Basic IKEA Essentials

Whether you're a budding florist or enjoy decorating your home with flowers, there comes a point when a simple bouquet just doesn't cut it anymore. Maybe you're craving more visual interest. Or perhaps you're looking for new, exciting places beyond tables and countertops to showcase your floral arrangements. Turns out, IKEA has everything you need to take your display from ordinary to wow-worthy — starting with the $29 BEKVÄM Step Stool.

Regular stools make great plant/flower stands because of their height, but step stools have their own perks. Not to pick favorites, but a step stool allows you to fit multiple vases at once. Plus, you get to arrange the blooms at varying heights for added drama. We love that the one from IKEA looks simple yet chic enough to blend in with any décor style. In other words, it serves as the perfect base for styling greenery and florals in every area of your home, from the entryway to the living room.

We'll get back to the step stool in a minute, but before that, have your containers ready. You might have some extra vases lying around. If not, you could take a page from Flowersbyterra's book and use IKEA's $2 KARAFF Carafe as a flower vessel instead. Another alternative (or companion) is the PÅDRAG Vase. This piece flaunts a round, ribbed silhouette, bringing a nice dose of variety and texture. Don't forget you can also include smaller stems in the mix, in which case, the $0.99 VILJESTARK Vase fits the bill. This short, wide-mouth vase would fit snugly on the bottom ledge or top in front of a larger vase.

Once the goods are secured, it's time to set everything up. Of course, if the wooden piece of furniture is a bit too plain for you, feel free to paint it. Consider green for a retro touch; baby blue if bright and airy is your jam; or stick to white so the flowers stand out more. Regardless, it's a fun opportunity to use bold colors in your home.

Worried your vases will tip over? Simply apply double-sided tape under each to secure them to the step stool. Finally, finish off your flower centerpiece with the stylish VATTENKRASSE Watering Can if you still have room in the budget. Decked in ivory and gold, this little jug can be displayed next to the flora to elevate the setup even further. It's functional, to boot!