You have a floral arrangement that will last all the way through November.  The flowers can be taken out, the ribbon untied and the vase can be used again for whatever you choose to create for Christmas.  I can see this vase in the middle of my dining room table with a red and gold decorative bow and different kinds of greenery, pine cones, and red berries falling around the sides.  Layer greenery flat on the table, intertwining white crystalized snow flakes, Christmas bulbs, and votive candles for a festive look. And don’t forget to use a sparkly bobble pin as the focal point on the ribbon.  This year, I’m using a large crystal flower to change out this pumpkin pin to complete my Christmas floral design.  Reminder:  Don’t forget to save all of your leftover silk flowers for future projects.  These silk florals were last years purchase from Micheals and the ribbon was purchased this year from Hobby Lobby.

This vase was only $5.00 and it helped raise money for a special charity called Joey’s P.A.W.  Thomas and I hit all of the vendors tables and bought items along the way.  Over $2,500 was raised and will go to helping one pup get four new prosthetics.  This sweet soul will be able to walk again because of all the support!  There just might be another idea here…wanting to raise money for a charity that you support?  Organize a garage/yard sale advertising that 100% of the proceeds go to the charity you are supporting!