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Thursday, April 1, 2010

A Simple Solution

I love to add a touch of spring to my house this time of year with pretty potted bulbs. Many times, however, they end up looking like this. . .

. . . and this.
Here is a simple, stylish, and inexpensive fix. Use silver plated spoons and forks from the thrift store as stakes. I purchased mine for only ten cents each!


I inserted the utensil end into the dirt and secured the plant with raffia to the fork or spoon. Now my plants look like this!

A great solution for only forty cents! For more great budget decorating ideas be sure to check out the decorating section of Red Door Home.

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35 comments:

  1. NikkiApril 1, 2010 at 8:20 AM

    That is just genius!

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  2. Caroline @ The Feminist HousewifeApril 1, 2010 at 8:25 AM

    What a great idea...and it looks so cute too!

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  3. KaceyApril 1, 2010 at 8:27 AM

    Clever! And it looks pretty, too!

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  4. AnonymousApril 1, 2010 at 8:30 AM

    Great idea I love the flowers

    Mayshomemade.blogspot.com

    Im def. going to keep following you

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  5. Living It At HomeApril 1, 2010 at 9:35 AM

    Beautiful arrangement. I love the urn. Thanks for all the tips!

    ~jamilyn

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  6. JessiApril 1, 2010 at 9:57 AM

    Fabulous idea!! I must remember this. Your flowers all look so pretty!

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  7. * The Design ConfidentialApril 1, 2010 at 10:23 AM

    That is sooo clever! love it!

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  8. Jen @ tatertotsandjello.comApril 1, 2010 at 12:10 PM

    That is a really cute idea! I will have to do that. Mine are always wilting over!

    XOXO
    Jen

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  9. Boxwood TerraceApril 1, 2010 at 6:24 PM

    So pretty and easy! Thanks for sharing the tip.
    Deborah

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  10. RachelleApril 1, 2010 at 7:45 PM

    Great idea!!!!! I love it and plan on stealing the idea soon ;)

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  11. LenoreApril 1, 2010 at 7:48 PM

    What a fabulous idea.....love it.

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  12. abnsigosladyApril 1, 2010 at 7:50 PM

    Fabulous idea. I love silverware. Thanks. Laura @ military mansion

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  13. SylviaApril 1, 2010 at 8:15 PM

    I love this idea...will have to try it with my indoor plants.


    Thanks,
    Sylvia

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  14. Mary Beth @ Live. Laugh. Make SomethingApril 1, 2010 at 8:29 PM

    absolutely delightful! ...so clever and charming! I hopped over from My Romantic Home and am so happy that I did. Please accept my invitation to drop in at my place one day soon when you get a chance. until later...

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  15. StaceyApril 2, 2010 at 4:57 AM

    What a cute idea! I love it!

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  16. AnonymousApril 2, 2010 at 5:09 AM

    Cute idea. I saw your older post about the old sewing machine you use. I still use Singer my dad bought me in 1969. I've been waiting for 30 years for it to break down so I could buy a new one. If only my washing machine, dishwasher, refrigerator, etc., would last that long!

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  17. jamieApril 2, 2010 at 5:44 AM

    Such a simple and beautiful idea! I love this!

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  18. Rebecca@This Present LifeApril 2, 2010 at 5:56 AM

    What a great idea (I saw your link at Shabby Nest). I'm going to head to Goodwill today to look for some silverware...I mean stakes!

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  19. One Cheap B*tchApril 2, 2010 at 6:27 AM

    Great idea and an even better price!

    Jeanine

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  20. Hillcrest AcresApril 2, 2010 at 6:57 AM

    So pretty and very creative!

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  21. Debbie~April 2, 2010 at 7:02 AM

    Great idea, it looks wonderful too! I've always had the same problem...I think a fork with tines up, could hold a cute sign or nametag too! Debbie @ Cottage Hann~Me~Downs

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  22. AnonymousApril 2, 2010 at 9:52 AM

    What a great idea! Found you from Shabby Nest. Love your blog, and LOVE your house.

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  23. SandraApril 2, 2010 at 12:40 PM

    Woderful whimsical idea. Thanks for stopping by my blog...I'll be back soon.

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  24. Debra@CommonGroundApril 2, 2010 at 1:27 PM

    What a great idea. I love old silver and forcing bulbs, great combination!
    Debra

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  25. VictoriaApril 2, 2010 at 3:13 PM

    What a beautiful and creative idea you came up with!

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  26. UnknownApril 3, 2010 at 5:36 AM

    I never would have thought of that. I love the way it looks!

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  27. Katie OlthoffApril 3, 2010 at 12:12 PM

    Great idea!

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  28. UnknownApril 3, 2010 at 12:24 PM

    Fabulous idea! Thanks for linking up!
    Come join me for a giveaway!

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  29. Holly LefevreApril 4, 2010 at 12:25 AM

    You are a genius - great idea and cheap...wooo-whooo!
    Holly

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  30. Paula@SweetPeaApril 4, 2010 at 4:24 AM

    Great idea! Having something blooming inside really makes your house a home.

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  31. KelleyApril 5, 2010 at 10:01 AM

    What a creative idea... and so cute. Genius1

    have a great week.

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  32. Sharon GApril 5, 2010 at 10:34 AM

    What a great idea!!! I have a few plants that could use some support...now off to find the old silverware I have stashed around here someplace!!

    Thanks for checking out my blog as well!!! I look forward to exploring yours more!!

    Cheers!
    Sharon @ Nana's Button Jar

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  33. Lisa B.April 7, 2010 at 6:28 AM

    I love this idea. Thanks for sharing.

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  34. RoeshelApril 7, 2010 at 6:33 AM

    What a cute solution! I love your creativity! ;)

    Roeshel

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  35. KathysueApril 17, 2010 at 7:01 AM

    Now that is just CLEVER!! LADY

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