Holiday

[Oznell]

Well, that *might* be a bit of an exaggeration!  But since I don't go for that many faux flowers ( usually prefer bare stems, branches, or plants),  when one does strike me, I jump.

It's the 'cosmos sprays' at Hobby Lobby.  And a specific color, what they call "cream":

I first saw them in a blogger's video, Nathaly Eckman.  She mentioned the "delicate charm" that they have, and they do. ( I've seen them in person, since I now have them! )

They look a little wild, and tousled, as they would be in nature.

She couldn't wait to get her 4 or 5 stems them home, and put in a vase--

Love the natural, "wild flower" look. They are quite tall, so she might have cut them:

Important Note:   Nathaly cautioned that, in her opinion, the "cream" is the most realistic color, as opposed to the stark white that they also have.  The difference is subtle, but the cream ones really are mellow!

They also have what they call "beige", and "taupe".

Here's the "beige", below.  Wouldn't they be delightful in the fall?  I think the deeper taupe ones would be too.

In general, I agree with one of my favorite interior designers, that faux flowers tend to be the most versatile and useful if they are white or off-white.  But I break that rule when something really appeals to me.

Technically, cosmos aren't really a spring flower, more of a summer and fall flower.  But who cares-- to me they are a pick-me-up for this season, or any time!

Normally, Hobby Lobby botanical prices are such that I try to shop there only when they have their rolling sales.  It so happens that their florals are on sale right now ( only till Saturday, I think ) for 40% off.  So the cosmos stems are on sale now at $4.19 a stem. 

[We rescue cats]

Those are lovely, so wish we had a Hobby Lobby near us! 

[ahoymate]

Cosmos come in a variety of colors, including pink, orange, red and yellow, white, and maroon.

[DSD2]

I almost never like/use faux flowers but these are very pretty @Oznell 

I'll try to be more open minded! 

[PamfromCT]

@Oznell 

Thank you for letting us know about these pretty flowers!

I have a few artificial small plants, and they are tasteful and add some life to my home.  I also have an artificial pitcher of sunflowers in my kitchen.  I do like these flowers you pictured here, but regret the only Hobby Lobby in my area is an hour away.  The artificial plants have survived a kitty who loves to nibble.  And attacks fresh flowers with a passion!  Good thing we love the little guy so much!

[hopi]

@Oznell 

You did that arrangement beautifully.  Very pretty and realistic.

[Oznell]

@We rescue cats ,  and @PamfromCT ,  just in case you weren't aware, and if you ever want something from there, you don't have to have one in your area.   You can order directly from their online site, Hobby Lobby.  I will admit their product pictures leave something to be desired in some cases, but you can still get the general idea of an item!

Thank you so much, @hopi ,  but that was Nathaly Eckman who showed her own arrangement.  I agree, she did a great job! 

[hopi]

@Oznell 

Thought you followed her video and recreated your own.  Was about to say you could go into decorating.  Sorry for the misunderstanding.

[PamfromCT]

@Oznell 

Thank you for advising that Hobby Lobby does mail order.

We do so much of it already so I should not be surprised.

[We rescue cats]

Thanks! I immediately looked at them...appreciate you pointing them out!