10 Ways to Decorate With Flowers for Mother’s Day

I think that whoever decided on the date for Mother’s Day picked May because of all the flowers. And what mom doesn’t like flowers? You probably gave your mom hundreds of dandelion bouquets when you were a kid and she cherished each one and displayed them in a tiny vase. Now it’s time to up the effort though. While you are planning your Mother’s Day celebration, consider making flowers the theme of the day. Here are 10 ways to decorate with flowers this Mother’s Day and shower your mom with better blooms than dandelions.

Mothers day floral runner

First things first, your table decor needs to be on par for this day. While you could put a vase of nice flowers in the middle of the table, that can hinder conversation for people sitting across from one another. Instead, incorporate blooms into a table runner that will beautify your tablescape. (via 100 Layer Cake)

Floral mothers day wreath

Have a lovely floral wreath on the front door so your mom will be greeted with blooms when she arrives. Bonus points if you send the wreath home with her. (via Guia para Decorar)

Mothers Day floral balloons

What’s a party without balloons? Make some flower garlands that will hang from the floating orbs around the room. Suddenly your dining room will look like a fairy land. (via Green Wedding Shoes)

Mothers day floral letters

There’s nothing like some good floral typography. Filling cardboard letters with fresh flowers is such an easy way to add decor to your dining room credenza or a bookshelf or countertop. You can use XO or MOM, whichever you like better. (via Honestly YUM)

Mothers day floral chargers

Do you remember getting a special plate to eat off of for your birthday? Repay your mom the honor by creating a floral charger to surround her place for Mother’s Day. She might just cry. (via @sweetemiliajane)

Mothers day floral photobooth

Having a fresh floral wall for your party has multiple purposes. First, it looks gorgeous and really shows off all the work you put into your shindig. Second, it’s an awesome backdrop for all those family pictures you’ll want to take with your mom. (via @mooncanyon)

Mothers day flower mobile

Don’t stop with your table flowers. Make a mobile that will include the chandelier in the flower party. In fact, make several that you can hang all over your house. (via Honestly WTF)

Mothers day floral terrarium

Terrariums make great decor turned party favor. Upgrade yours for Mother’s Day by including flowers in between your succulents. The blooms may not last more than a day or two but the plants will be a reminder of your beautiful floral day. (via 100 Layer Cake)

Mothers day floral cubes

Being a Mother’s Day party, you’ve probably already found all the edible flower recipes for your menu. But you should definitely include floral ice cubes for your drinks. Whether it’s pink champagne or pink lemonade, your bottled drink will look amazing in a tub-full of floral fun. (via @nouba_blog)

Mothers day floating florals

May is going to be warm enough to move your party outside which means you need to incorporate your outdoor entertaining space in your floral decor. Fill buckets with floating candles and flowers that will look pretty in the daylight and give off a colorful glitter if your party lasts until sunset. (via Intimate Weddings)