How to Decorate With Calla Lilies

Wall Bordering

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  Select the border area of your wall in a room of your choice. For example, calla lilies add a bright and cheerful touch to a bathroom or kitchen. Tape the stencil to the border at a spot where you want the flower pattern to begin.

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  Dip the tip of a sponge wedge into some white acrylic paint. Dab it firmly into the blossom area of the stencil. Let it dry for 10 minutes.

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  Dip the tip of the fine paintbrush into deep green acrylic paint. Fill in the stems and leaves of the stencil.

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  Dip the paintbrush, after cleaning it, into yellow paint and add details to the center opening of the white blossom. Create three thin upward wisps for texture.

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  Repeat the painting to create the border pattern you desire.

Classic Centerpiece

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  Select an upright, slim vase about 12 inches tall. Depending on the current color scheme of your kitchen or dining room, select a vase color that enhances it. For example, if your dining room is decorated with shades of burgundy, a classy choice can be a red, blown-glass vase.

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  Select a dozen artificial calla lilies. High quality artificial lilies, found in craft consignment stores, can look quite realistic. Lily flowers of 18 to 24 inches are adequate.

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  Place the lilies into the vase, allowing them to fall naturally into place. This gives the arrangement a Bohemian appearance with a timeless and elegant blossom. The bright white variety of this flower looks amazing when placed with virtually any decor scheme. White goes with anything; however, colored calla lilies beautify a plain, white color scheme.

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  Place the vase on the center of your dining table to serve as a classy yet minimalist touch.