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have been looking for a birthday gift for a good friend of mine who is an avid gardener. She has the most gorgeous section in her greenery called her "cutting garden" where she plants specimens just for filling up the vases, watercans, whatever she can find with them. She is also very whimsical and funny. I thought getting her a vase would be boring - until I saw the vases available. Here are some of the BEST.

carton vase

$6.95

Got flowers? U.K. designer James Burgess pours a dash of whimsy into white porcelain. Perfect for dunking one, two or three flowers. We've had amazing demand for this item. It's currently out of stock, but we'll have more ready to ship end of May.

• Twice-fired porcelain
• White lacquer finish
• Clean with damp cloth

3 Guns Vase

By Suck UK Ceramic 3 gun 3d table vase.

Porcelain Pear Vases

Whether set on a windowsill or arranged on a table as decor, these glazed, dimpled pears always bring a smile. Individually handcrafted and thoroughly endearing, they are designed to hold single-stem greenery or flowers.
3.5"D x 4"H

Price $69

THORNBUD VASE

Glazed earthenware vases are cast by hand and all thorns are individually applied. Each vase holds one flower. Set of 2.
Price $198

Mondri Vase

The well-known, geometric paintings of Piet Mondrian are the inspiration for this clever vase by Danish designer Frank Kerdil. Featuring three openings, you simply turn the piece over to choose the vase size you need. Made of acrylic. 7-1/2w X 9-1/2l X 3-1/8d

Price: $75.00

TEA PARTY VASE

Perfectly poised teacups create a spectacular illusion for the kitchen, dining room or bedside. Porcelain mix and match vase straight from wonderland. Measures approximately 5.5" wide x 11" tall.

Price: $59.99

Fleur & Fleurette Vases

14" $39.95
11" $29.95

Our ceramic Fleur Vase resembles a flourishing garden, as it bursts with ornamental flowers. A sweet pattern of blossoming flowers protrudes the stark white surface of our Fleurette Vase, giving the illusion that the buds are sprouting out of the vase. Both vases are gorgeous in form, and will enliven the beauty of your favorite bouquet.

Float Vase

Designer: Joe Doucet
Price: US$69.00

Inspired by a wine bottle bobbing in the ocean, float captures a moment of complete stillness. Resting on the surface that it is placed upon, float gives the impression that there is more below.
Product Specs

Dimensions:4.3"H x 3"W thick
Materials: Porcelain

Recycled Aluminum Bark Vases

Artisans mold recycled aluminum into bright vases that capture the delicacy of birch bark with its papery texture and intricate veins. Irregular holes have been intentionally placed high on the sides to insert cut leaves or branches for display.
MEDIUM 4"D x 10"H, LARGE 5"D x 16"H

Was $169, now $84 - save 50%

Zebrawood/Red and Teardrop Resin Vase

These ultra-mod vases can stand alone as a statement accessory or used to hold flowers. The interior of the vase is waterproof resin and the exterior a zebrawood veneer on bent plywood.
Price: $75.00

Fabric Softener Vase Silver

Price: $41.30(on Sale)
Dimensions Ø6 x H15.75 in.
Materials Porcelain with gold glaze

Kira Vases

Graceful open ceramic vases for simple arrangements. Slim Vase (shown left): 5.5l x 3.25w x 13.5h Short Vase (shown right): 5.5l x 4w x 4.75h

Slim: $27.50
Short: $17.50

"Bestow" Wall-Mounted Vase & Candleholder

This striking cast of designer Harry Allen's hand comes with both a tube vase and a candlestick holder. Precise polyester resin cast mounts easily to any wall. Hardware included.
Measures 3.5" x 6" x 9".

Price $95.00

Anti-Gravity Vase

Price: $49.99
A clean and classic vase with a twist guaranteed to impress. From design house Pickle Pampanel, this genius 2-piece vase holds water on the bottom, and turns stems into a design element. Fill it with fresh or plastic flowers to lend any room a perennially cool vibe.

100% Recycled Vase

Price: $18.00

Clever plastic vase, formed from recycling materials, and then covered in recycled coils of magazine pages. Due to the method of construction, colors will vary. But don't worry, we promise to pick one that you'll love! Imported. Wipe clean.
* 3.5" diameter, 12.5"h
* Recycled plastic, recycled magazines

Photo Vase

A creative, attractive decorative piece perfect for any home or office. This high gloss ceramic photo vase features a glass covered frame for one 4 x 6" photo that is easy to fill and slide back on to the front of the vase. Overall dimensions 7 x 3 x 8.5".

Color:white Size: 4 x 6"
Price: $24.00

Iron Man Pen Holder & Vase

Add an artistic touch to your home office with our Iron Man Pen Holder & Vase. This penholder & vase features a male figurine acting as the proverbial "Iron Man" since he is positioned to be holding up the top part of the penholder & vase. Unique and contemporary.

dimensions: 2.6" x 4" x 9.65"
materials: Poly-resin
Price: $29.95

Inspiration Vase & Candle

Add an Asian touch to your home or office with our Inspiration Vase & Candle. This vase and candle set features a vase, a candle holder, and a Buddha on a wood base. Place this in central areas in your home or office for daily inspiration. Candle included.

dimensions: 5.25" x 5.25" x 7.5"H
materials: Polyresin, Wood, Wax
Price: $35.95

Medium Porcelain Egg Vase - Green

Round porcelain egg with matte white exterior with a glazed colored interior - use as a vase or as tealight holder. Measures 6"x6"
Price: $36.00

Waterproof Porcelain Vase

Price: US$169.00
Waterproof is a porcelain vase in the shape of a Wellington boot. For once, you'll want to keep the water inside! Available in white or the Blue Onion pattern.

Dimensions: W.5"w x 15.5"H
Materials: Porcelain

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