Homegrown wheat grass is dropped into a vintage champagne glass and surrounded by fresh cranberries - it doesn't get easier (or cheaper) than this.
Charming vintage vessels look fresh and festive with this natural touch. Search thrift stores or your own china closet for anything that can hold a little bit of greenery.
I purchased my wheat grass seeds online and grew my grass in small plastic shot glasses. Pierce bottoms of cups for drainage, fill with potting soil and seeds - keep damp and in sunlight. Within about 7 days I had enough growth to create my arrangements.
Release grass from cups and drop in your vessel. You can leave the roots showing - or drizzle a handful of fresh cranberries around the sides.
Tuck these small arrangements around the house to add holiday cheer in every room - or give as a gift.
I bought my seeds from www.wheatgrasskits.com.
I’m listening to older Bowie lately.
Bonnie@WhatAboutPie
November 18, 2010 at 3:19 pm
I love the arrangement in the vintage gravy boat, that is my favorite!
barbara
November 18, 2010 at 5:12 pm
I love the color combination and the freshness! I have just enough time to grow mine in time for Thanksgiving.
Thanks for a great idea.
Darcie
November 18, 2010 at 6:41 pm
Ahhhhhhhhhhh. I have a feeling I’m going to need a little green in my house soon once the gray winter sets in. These are simply lovely! They warm my heart.
Bonnie@WhatAboutPie
November 19, 2010 at 12:41 pm
just a little FYI…Cranberries are on sale for 89 cents a bag at Aldi. Hopefully you all have an Aldi grocery store in your neck of the woods…I know they are all over the US.
camilla
November 19, 2010 at 2:10 pm
Thanks Bonnie – Great to know! Take care, C
Susan L
August 6, 2013 at 4:52 pm
Never saw this post before, love it. Love your site so much.