Random acts of roses

Long-stem roses have had their due so what about no-stem roses? Create dramatic place settings with shot glasses, egg cups, and other small containers. By using these undersized glasses, your roses will look larger than life. Don't trim stems completely; by leaving a few inches, you'll keep the flower stable in the glass as well as provide a source of hyHere are some great tips to share from a seminar called Flowers of the World on how to design flowers:

Oval enamelware with flowers

Ring around the posy: an oval enamelware mould provides the perfect "nest" for small flowers. Anchor stems in florist's foam or nestle inside glass baby-food jars.