# Adult Arts-and-Crafts Bouquets New York Florist Amy Merrick Shows How to Style Mothers Day Flowers By Tia Clarke | Published 2013-04-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mothers-day-flowers References: [blog.westelm](http://blog.westelm.com/2013/03/27/how-amy-merrick-styles-our-paper-flowers/) & [amymerrick](http://www.amymerrick.com/) Take a closer look at these rustic [Mother's Day flowers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mothers-day-collections) and you'll realize they're actually made from paper! The vintage arrangement was created by in-demand New York florist Amy Merrick. For this colorful burst of vivid flowers, Merrick decided to mix real flowers with [paper-made ones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-crystal-floral-kits) to add a playful twist. The choice of a modern-white teapot (by [West Elm](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acre-template)) instead of the usual vase also gives this arrangement a blooming feminine edge. These bright colors would go down a treat with any mums who appreciate the simpler things in life. The florist behind this cute arrangements says, "I really loved the spring flowers – especially the tulips, hellebores, and also the roses. Their sunny colors are so necessary while we wait for the weather to warm up." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Paper-made Floral Arrangements:** Explore the potential of using paper-made flowers in floral arrangements to offer a unique and sustainable alternative to traditional bouquets. - **Mixing Real and Paper Flowers:** Experiment with combining real flowers and paper flowers to create visually striking and unexpected floral displays. - **Alternative Vase Options:** Consider using unconventional containers like modern-white teapots to add a modern and feminine touch to floral arrangements. ### Where This Applies - **Floristry:** Florists can adopt paper-made flowers and unique vase options to differentiate their offerings and cater to eco-conscious customers. - **Craft and DIY:** The craft industry can explore the opportunity of creating and selling kits or materials for making paper flowers at home. - **Home Decor:** Home decor retailers can showcase and sell alternative vase options that add a touch of uniqueness and style to floral arrangements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lush Limited-Edition Gift Bundles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urbanstems-x-goldbelly.md) - [Mom-Centric Floral Arrangements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bouquet-box.md) - [Stunning Dried Flower Arrangements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/east-olivia.md) - [Edible Artist-Created Gifts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mothers-day-artist-collection.md) - [Mom-Inspired Candle Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candle-line.md) - [Sakura-Inspired Mother's Day Gifts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sakurainspired.md) - [Romantic Floral Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urbanstems-x-the-favorite-daughter-bouquet.md) - [Mother's Day-Ready Tea Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vahdam.md) - [Mom-Celebrating Bakery Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cutter-squidge-mothers-day.md)