Who would not be utterly overwhelmed when opening their door to find a beautiful posy of blooms hanging from the door-knob? Long ago, the custom was to deliver these little surprises to friends and family on the first day of May. I think it is a lovely tradition but it can be used for other special days as well, such as Mother’s Day, birthdays, or anniversaries. Imagining the delight and surprise on the recipient’s face is almost the best part.
You will need
- clean can
- cream paint (I use water-based eggshell)
- piece of old lace fabric (I find plenty at all the wonderful vintage fairs throughout the year)
- fresh blossoms
- paintbrush
- tape measure
- scissors
- needle and matching sewing thread
To make
- Make sure your can is clean and dry and then paint it inside and out. Leave to dry completely.
- Measure the circumference of the can and then cut enough lace fabric to wrap around it, covering the entire can.
- Sew the two ends of the lace fabric together so that the tin slips into the fabric (you want it to fit quite tightly).
- Cut a length of fabric and shape it into a loop; sew this to the top of the fabric sleeve where the seam is. Pull the sleeve over the can, fill with water, add your blossoms and then go and delight someone!
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Published in issue 66. Accurate at the time this issue went to print.
Edited extract from Seasonal Scandi Crafts: Over 45 Projects and Quick Ideas for Beautiful Decorations and Gifts by Christiane Bellstedt Myers, photographs by Caroline Arber, CICO Books.
