Have a Heart. Send a Love Letter.

Whisper sweet nothings to that special someone (yes, that includes yourself) with the Love is Blind ceramic vase ($87) from Fluke. Created by Canadian artist Jessica Lertvilai, its surface is covered in a relief pattern of a love letter transcribed into Braille. Isn’t that romantic?

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There are bursts of color extending from delicate stems this time of year. Case in point: Hydrangeas and dahlias are displaying their bountiful intricate blooms. My favorite vessels require only a blossom or two. The Recycled Glass Balloon Vases (starting at $39) by VivaTerra are “˜perfectly imperfect.’ And the Stem Vase by Ferm Living (€39.95) provides a porcelain vessel surrounded by natural alder wood.

These porcelain Test Tube Vases (starting at $28) by Pigeon Toe Ceramics are a lovely display whether mounted on the wall or suspended with grace. Pigeon Toe Ceramics has handfuls of cast ceramic products that are begging for a sprinkle of petals.

Vintage containers by Terrain (or your local antique store) provide a nostalgic way to let your flowers lounge. The Boston Bread Mold ($68) can handle a garden of floral delights. And while you’re at it, adorn these gorgeous French Baby Bottles ($28) with a delicate stem or two.

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Call it a succulent message in a bottle: terrariums that capsulize nature’s beauty and grace without requiring high maintenance and daily watering to thrive. You probably have the ideal vessel stashed some place with your vases. Get inspired and grow!

Pictured above: A Carnivorous Plant Terrarium from Apartment Therapy is showcasing a Pitcher Plant, which is rumored to feast on flies.

This Etsy Moss Terrarium, described as the “instant boyfriend” is simple to care for, involving  a glass container that measures approximately 2″ x 3.5″ and includes moss, soil, charcoal and river rocks. And keep in indirect sunlight and lightly water every 2-3 weeks to keep it alive. The figures have tiny stakes which allow them to be repositioned.

This lovely jug Air Plant Terrarium found at Apartment Therapy was made using a  favorite pitcher filled with sand and an airplant.

Another orb with object, this fish bowl terrarium from Inhabitat is lovingly layered with pebbles, charcoal, fern, sphagmum moss and other plants. So deer!

Busy? Zip through the DIY process and order this Recycled Glass Pear Terrarium from our friends at VivaTerra. It  arrives with sand and four delicately hued air plants requiring minimal maintenance to thrive. You can easily design your own exquisite miniature desert landscape or order the pear on its own and brainstorm your own composition.

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Your search for unique decor has racked up some serious miles, and what do you have to show for it? You’ve been to IKEA, Pier 1, Bed, Bath and Beyond, Target and the list goes on, only to discover that one chain’s selection just seems to imitate the next and you’ve emitted enough carbon to warrant a very generous click at Terrapass.

Besides, it’s so difficult to find sustainable items in these massive stores. Curb your car. I’ve found the perfect cure for your cookie-cutter décor headache: the Molave Ring vase. Made from rich Filipino wood of the same name, this exotic piece may draw more attention than the brilliant blossoms you put inside. (Available at sponsor VivaTerra for $59.)

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