Cooking Up Something Different For A Spring Centerpiece

I love a centerpiece that grabs attention and gets a reaction – especially from my children. Whether you are having a large group for dinner or simply having a friend over for tea it is so easy and fun to create a little something different for the moment you share together.

Wheatgrass is grown in a 5-inch cast iron skillet that I picked up for a few dollars at a resale shop. Place soil and seeds in skillet, keep moist and in light. Check for moisture on bottom of skillet before placing directly on table.

The lid from a soup can is pulled back to reveal sprouting wheatgrass. To make this I pealed the lid back partially, cleaned can and removed the label, filled with soil and topped with grass seeds. You can expect to wait about one week until grass is a little over one inch in height - so plan in advance.

Wheatgrass looks great growing in anything – experiment if you like. I buy my seeds online at wheatgrasskits.com.

Comments (7):

  1. Elizabeth

    April 5, 2011 at 1:55 pm

    This is the cutest thing in the world..I am going to order some wheat grass right now! Thank you!

  2. Bella

    April 5, 2011 at 5:55 pm

    These ideas are phenomenal! Both of these would make for such great conversation pieces. I’m in love! Thanks for sharing!

  3. found it made it

    April 6, 2011 at 1:24 pm

    These are both fibbity-fabulous, this is an AWESOME idea! Thanks for sharing dear.

  4. snows

    April 7, 2011 at 2:02 pm

    absolutely lovely!!! Really cute! I want to do it at home right now! Have a nice day!

  5. Amanda Wray

    April 8, 2011 at 10:54 am

    Was brought to your blog by stumble upon, love your crafts and design ideas, I will definitely be making this blog one of my favorites!

  6. Daniele

    April 19, 2011 at 11:15 am

    Wow! This is an adorable idea! I love how the wheat grass looks poking out of the pulled back can. Very creative!

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