In my new article for Project Wedding, I share one of my favorite flower ideas. Newspaper wrapped potted plants are a favorite trick from my flower shop days. The idea is still fresh, I think, and darling as a centerpiece and/or favor for a wedding or party.
I like to use Le Monde Diplomatique (usually found at big city newsstands or bookstores) for it's heavy weight, lovely sheen, and yes I am a cliché, for the romantic French words strewn across the pages.
Perhaps the little pots could also serve as conversation starters! See full article here.
P.S. These make great hostess gifts!
Photos by me for Project Wedding. More photos here.
I absolutely love this idea with the newspaper. I adore violas so much, thanks for making them stand out!
Posted by: veeda | March 11, 2010 at 12:22 PM
How lovely! These would be great for any party, I think. I love the shade of purple and the simplicity of the newspaper. (And I'm totally cliché with you on the French charm!)
Posted by: Kristy | March 11, 2010 at 12:28 PM
So simple, but adds such a darling touch. Love it!
Posted by: Melissa @ The Loveliest Day | March 11, 2010 at 12:30 PM
Super charming. Nice job!
Posted by: Dognbird | March 11, 2010 at 12:41 PM
Oh my gosh. How cute! I am a sucker for paper-wrapped flowers...love!!
Posted by: mary | March 11, 2010 at 12:58 PM
so sweet! love the idea as favors that your friends can take as they leave. thanks for sharing which newspaper you love to use — not only are French words more romantic, but let's face it, our papers tend to be filled with depressing news!
Posted by: Jen Jafarzadeh | March 11, 2010 at 01:21 PM
I think I might use this idea to ditch the shiny paper that some of the plants from the store come in. Thanks!
Posted by: Katherine | March 11, 2010 at 01:21 PM
Hey, Jen I actually had a friend who speaks fluent French check out the text on this! Some of it is not the best, but I guess as long as your guests don't read French! Maybe try to use the art or wedding sections!:)
And yes. Katherine, they make PERFECT hostess gifts and are so quick to whip up! Glad you enjoyed the idea!
Posted by: chelsea | March 11, 2010 at 01:26 PM
I love the idea of using French newspaper - a lovely touch to a beautiful project.
Posted by: mon ami | March 11, 2010 at 03:06 PM
I love this idea Chelsea. So beautifully executed and photographed, as always!
Posted by: Jane Flanagan | March 11, 2010 at 06:30 PM
Oh, good - we were planning to do something similar with heavy brown paper and potted lavendar plants when we celebrate our marriage this summer (it's either that or tiny bouquets of ranunculus on the tables), and I'm happy to see how cute this looks!
Posted by: sarah | March 11, 2010 at 08:23 PM
fantastic!
Posted by: Karyn | March 11, 2010 at 08:44 PM
It is so lovely. I love violet-colored flowers so much.
Posted by: Rouenna | March 12, 2010 at 02:05 AM
How stunning! Both the idea and the photos. Love the use of newspaper.
xCharlotta
Posted by: Charlotta | March 12, 2010 at 02:36 AM
chelsea! these are so lovely. i really want an excuse to use this idea. the bright purple is exactly what i need on this gray, dreary morning!
Posted by: Laura. | March 12, 2010 at 07:28 AM
Super cute idea!
Posted by: Elizabeth | March 12, 2010 at 08:43 AM
What a lovely idea.. I can imagine them wrapped in faded vintage magazine pages too. You might find my blog about vintage wedding ideas interesting too..
www.myvintagevows.blogspot.com
Posted by: The Vintage Bride | March 12, 2010 at 09:50 AM
also i love how you would wrap your valentines bouquets in them as well...so pretty!!
Posted by: kimberly LaMar-Damiani | March 12, 2010 at 02:40 PM
I love purple of those flower. Look so romantic with such beauty !
Posted by: Koozies | March 12, 2010 at 04:54 PM
Thanks for the comments!!
Posted by: chelsea | March 15, 2010 at 12:24 AM
I love it, clever you! Have purple crocus in my garden - not quite as pretty a look but top tip lovely flower lady! xxxx
Posted by: Tammy | March 18, 2010 at 01:52 AM