• There are many simple ideas for floral arrangements.Bouquet image by Kimprebble from Fotolia.com
  
  Arranging flowers is both an enjoyable hobby for many individuals and a career choice for those who enjoy working with flowers. Although many arrangements may seem complex and difficult to complete effectively, there are many simple options to help you get started on creating beautiful floral arrangements for events, the home or just your own enjoyment.
  
  

Wildflower Bouquet

• This arrangement is easy and always produces the perfect seasonal mix. Take a trail walk and grab a handful of whatever catches your eye. First, however, check with the local park rules to be sure this is legal. You can even purchase a wildflower book to take along so you know what you’re picking up. These flowers are perfect for just sprucing up your home or adding a unique look to a centerpiece.
  
  

Wine Bottle Arrangements

• When throwing a wine-tasting party this arrangement is quick, easy and will fit in perfectly. You’ll need a few empty wine bottles, cleaned and dried. Use flowers with colors that resemble your wines. Tulips in deep red, purple and white are great. These make for great accents, or centerpieces at individual tables. For the serving table fill a small picnic basket with a few cheese wheels (empty brie casings are great as well), a couple bottles of wine, grapes (you can find fake ones at craft stores) and the remaining tulips.
  
  

Food Arrangements

• Want a unique centerpiece for your luncheon? Are you catering an event? Use food to create your floral arrangements. Try an asparagus spear arrangement or a fruit-filled vase. For the asparagus arrangement you’ll need a 32-ounce can, two rubber bands, a pound of asparagus, two dozen of your favorite flowers (think colors that complement green, such as purples, yellows or whites) and something to tie the look together, such as raffia or ribbon. Place the rubber bands around the can and arrange the asparagus stalks inside the bands. Cover the rubber bands with your ribbon. Fill the can about half to three quarters full with water, then place the flowers inside. For a fruit-filled vase, use whole and sliced citrus fruits--or anything that slices well, such as starfruits and kiwis. Fill the vase with whole pieces, then attach slices to the side of the vase. You can push the slices against the side with a wooden spoon to get them to stick, then fill with water and add your flowers.