Ah, my simple dining room table centerpiece.
Brad didn’t believe that I made them myself at first, so I had to show him the “before” pics off of my camera. I took this as a compliment. I like it so much I think I might do this as the centerpiece on half of our reception tables.
SUPPLIES
3 vases– I already had these, but you can easily get some from Dollar Tree or a thrift shop.
3 candlesticks– I got mine from Goodwill for $.99 each.
ToothpicksDIRECTIONS
First, I washed and dried the vases and candlesticks.
Next, I put the vases on top of the candlesticks and applied some pressure. I let them set for a little bit, and then I got anxious and put candles in them to see what they would look like. This may have helped because then the candles were applying pressure. Either way, it didn’t seem to hurt.
EDIT: I ended up making 6 sets of 3 hurricanes to use as centerpieces on half of the tables at our wedding reception. I filled them with water, dropped in some rose petals, and put a floating candle on top. Floral arrangements of hydrangeas, spray roses, and hypercum berries, made by our florist, were placed on the other tables.
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Alexis says
February 22, 2011 at 3:03 AMLove the peas! Great idea…
Jessa Irene (Holiday-Haven) says
February 22, 2011 at 3:06 AMWhat a great idea, love the hurricanes!
Madigan at madiganmade says
February 22, 2011 at 3:16 AMLove the use of split peas for vase filler! Perfect for spring.
Ten Cow says
February 22, 2011 at 3:45 AMThat’s a cute idea! I love how you did split peas for filler! (I’ve used beans and rice, but not peas, thanks for the idea!)
-Mariesa
Jen-CraftOManiac says
February 22, 2011 at 3:45 AMso pretty, and thrifty… great combo. winks-jen
Emily says
February 22, 2011 at 4:53 AMLooks great, love the split peas! I have tons of the vases left over from a wedding I did, next time I see some candle sticks at the thrift store, I’ll know what to get them for! Stop by sometime domesticdeadline.blogspot.com
Kristen says
February 22, 2011 at 6:59 AMSplit peas = genius. They look festive and springy without being covered in, you know, glittery leprechauns or whatever. 😉
Lisa says
February 22, 2011 at 7:29 AMThey look great! The peas are an ingenious filler!
Sarah @ The Bird's Papaya says
February 22, 2011 at 2:17 PMI JUST made these (but haven’t blogged them) myself!! Love it!!
Also, the split peas? super super genius.
I’ll link back to yours when I do mine…because that is just awesome.
jacin {lovely little details} says
February 22, 2011 at 2:36 PMwhat a great DIY!
Lisa Summerhays says
February 22, 2011 at 4:26 PMI love the peas too. Very cute idea. They turned out fabulously!
Leslie says
February 22, 2011 at 5:59 PMThose are adorable! I want a set just like them!
Jen says
February 22, 2011 at 6:23 PMDuh! I have the medium sized candlestick that’s from the dollar store. I never thought of searching for a larger and a smaller to make a graduated set of hurricanes. Thanks for the easy tip!
Catalina says
February 22, 2011 at 6:26 PMThis is a really nice idea, I LOVE beans and stuff. Anything natural.
I enjoyed visiting your blog and hope that you will visit mine as well =) :
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Alex says
February 23, 2011 at 1:37 AMthis is such a great idea ! love it ! I’m a new follower 🙂
Esther Lynn says
February 23, 2011 at 2:09 AMI love it!! I may share on my blog if that’s okay? http://createthelifeyourlllove.blogspot.com/
BabiesandBargains says
February 23, 2011 at 2:59 PMwow so quick and easy! Seriously looks like something outta pottery barn. I have added a trip to the dollar store on my to do list today lol
Tanya says
February 23, 2011 at 3:57 PMSo cute…I’m stealing your idea 🙂 Looks great!
the cape on the corner says
February 23, 2011 at 6:47 PMlooks great, and i love that the candlesticks you chose were all different.
jamieann says
February 23, 2011 at 7:58 PMadorable!! it looks wonderful!!
Jamie says
February 23, 2011 at 10:57 PMWow. Those look amazing. I’m your newest follower. Be sure to stop by my blog Monday and add your project to the More The Merrier Monday Link Party.
http://diyhshp.blogspot.com
Suzanne says
February 24, 2011 at 4:05 PMUmmm, yes, I must do that! I have 3 empty hurricanes sitting on my mantle as I type! Thanks!
Katie @ EyeSpyDIY says
February 24, 2011 at 6:35 PMWhat a great idea! So easy and inexpensive, I love it. I’m your newest follower!
Also, I have a great Dove chocolate giveaway going on right now and would love if stopped by and entered: http://eyespydiy.blogspot.com/2011/02/dove-chocolate-discoveries-giveaway.html
~Katie @ Eye Spy DIY
Happy Home Fairy says
February 24, 2011 at 6:54 PMThese are so lovely! And even better that they are magically thrifty too!
Pink Overalls says
February 24, 2011 at 10:04 PMThat is very clever. Hurricanes are ridiculously priced and there’s no reason for that! Love outsmarting the system, and getting something this classy. Nice work.
kristy.lynn @ kristy.makes says
February 24, 2011 at 10:38 PMyour idea or not.. i love it! 🙂
morganmadeit says
February 25, 2011 at 5:41 AMThis is brilliant! I’m digging out my E6000 right now!
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abeachcottage says
February 25, 2011 at 10:00 AMThey look really nice, well done!
Heavenly Savings says
February 25, 2011 at 11:40 AMCute Blog! I’m a new follower Happy Friday!! I would love for you to stop and take a look at my blog as well! Thanks!
http://heavenlysavings.blogspot.com
Lisa says
February 25, 2011 at 1:35 PMOkay I love the split peas for St. Paddys Day decorating! Great job – they look fantastic!
[email protected] House of Projects says
February 25, 2011 at 1:57 PMI love the peas! I’ve used them at Christmas in stripes with white beans but never thought of St Patrick’s Day! Great job!
Leasa says
February 25, 2011 at 2:45 PMVery cute. I love the split pea filler what a great idea for some color and to celebrate St. Pattys day.
Gloria Fox says
February 25, 2011 at 2:58 PMI’ve made some of these myself, so easy and they look great. I like the different candle sticks you used and the peas look great. I need to find a filler for mine for the Spring.
Tabitha says
February 25, 2011 at 3:06 PMSo cute!! Very smart idea!! Thanks for sharing!
MeenyMoe says
February 25, 2011 at 3:45 PMI’ve started to see some really cool ideas using dried split peas. I love your idea too! I love candles and love to see new ways to display them! I’m definately going to do this! – Karen
Emily {WhipperBerry} says
February 25, 2011 at 4:14 PMThese are beautiful! Thank you for linking up!
Kristin says
February 25, 2011 at 4:21 PMI love this idea – the split peas add a nice punch of colour too! You also have great pictures!
kim says
February 25, 2011 at 6:09 PMBrilliant! You have such an eye for creativity! I was walking the aisles of the dollar tree yesterday looking at their candlesticks and vases – I could have bought those exact supplies and made this – I may have to go back and try it! I never would have thought!!! Loving the split peas as well.
FANTASTIC idea!! This is definitely one I’m going to try!! 🙂
kim says
February 25, 2011 at 6:12 PMOkay – I am obsessed. I’m so going back to the dollar tree today!
[email protected] says
February 26, 2011 at 12:33 AMGorgeous!!! And great for Spring and Summer, really! Not just St. Pat’s day. Thanks for the great idea…off to buy split peas.
Prudently Painted Vintage says
February 26, 2011 at 2:26 AMI did some of these too several weeks ago. I put coffee beans in mine and it makes my kitchen smell lovely! Love the green for spring!
Check mine out:
http://prudentlypaintedvintage.blogspot.com/2011/01/thrifty-measures.html
CAS says
February 26, 2011 at 2:37 AMReally cute with the peas. I got hooked on these hurricanes last fall & have made several. I use some little green styofoam beads from the $Store that look like peas. I’m a new follower.
CAS
Lila Grace Accessories says
February 26, 2011 at 2:58 AMlooove this idea! you have a beautiful blog! i am a new follower 🙂
Abi says
February 26, 2011 at 3:34 AMLOVE this!! I’m going to have to try this out! it looks awesome!
angelfitch says
February 26, 2011 at 4:22 AMSoooooo cute!!!! Thanks for sharing!!
Terry @ http://mossandclover.blogspot.com/
Ali Richardson says
February 26, 2011 at 5:13 AMPRETTY!! Everything looks better in 3s, great job! Just popping in from TT&J 🙂
Puanani503 says
February 26, 2011 at 9:12 AMI love your idea!! Can’t wait to head over to Michaels and the dollar store in the morning:)
A Pretty Life in the Suburbs says
February 26, 2011 at 5:22 PMLove the peas! Such a great idea!
Jo-Anna
[email protected] Black's Best says
February 26, 2011 at 5:38 PMThese are so simple, and that is the beauty of them! I have been looking for something to be a centerpiece on my dining room table…I think I’m stealing your idea. Thanks for sharing!
Jill says
February 26, 2011 at 6:12 PMLove the pea idea! I think the fact you had to show off he before pictures is awesome!
Lissa (The Wedding Bistro at Bellenza) says
February 27, 2011 at 12:19 AMHi! Found you via your link up at Tatertots & Jello. Lovely idea (will be sharing it on our Bellenza FB page)!
Summer says
February 27, 2011 at 7:03 PMSo clever! Love it!
Simone @ Doberman's by the Sea says
February 27, 2011 at 8:26 PMYou just gave me an idea for St. Paddy’s deco. Love it.
Jen says
February 27, 2011 at 9:33 PMSo cute! I featured this on my blog today, please feel free to pop over and check it out!
Jen
http://jen-simplyliving.blogspot.com/2011/02/stuff-i-like-sunday-5.html
The Girl Creative says
February 28, 2011 at 1:15 AMI’m featuring this project tomorrow as one of the highlights from last week’s Just Something I Whipped Up party. 🙂 xoxo
Jensamom23 says
February 28, 2011 at 1:48 PMThe peas are PERFECT!!!!!
Val says
February 28, 2011 at 2:14 PMthis looks gorgeous!! I love the peas!!!!!
Dana says
February 28, 2011 at 4:49 PMLove this idea … so simple yet beautiful! I’m a new follower! I also gave you an award over at my blog. Feel free to stop by and grab it! Dana @ D’Lea Designs
http://www.dlea-designs.blogspot.com
Kirsti says
March 1, 2011 at 7:11 AMSo cute!! I would love for you to add your post to our St. Patty’s link up: http://www.kirstikoo.blogspot.com
Thanks for sharing!
Erin @ Crafts and Sutch says
March 1, 2011 at 3:51 PMHey there! Just stopping by to let you know I’m showing this off over at Crafts & Sutch today! Please pop over to take a peek and grab a “SUTCH an Inspiration” button! You deserve it! 🙂
Have a great week!
Erin
Vicky says
March 1, 2011 at 9:41 PMI made those as well, except I covered one with twine. So nice and so inexpensive. I get tons of compliments – nobody ever believes that they are homemade. FYI, I am your newest follower. Come and visit my blog sometime.
Lauren @ YoungNester says
March 2, 2011 at 4:59 AMLOVE these! I love thrifty crafting! Thanks for sharing!
[email protected] says
March 2, 2011 at 2:01 PMCongrads. This was the most viewed link last week at Whatever Goes Wednesday. I love dollar store projects! Great job! I am highlighting it today on my blog. Grab my “featured” button. (And welcome to blogland. You are off to a fantastic start.)
Denise says
March 2, 2011 at 2:47 PMI love this and have scheduled a feature of it for later this morning at Extreme Personal Measures.
Denise
Extreme Personal Measures
Alison says
March 3, 2011 at 5:14 AMI LOVE your creative hurricanes, especially that you could change them up dependent on the season! I am going to share this (and link to you) in my Tuesday Idea List
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Michelle says
March 3, 2011 at 5:38 AMLoving the use of split peas! Wish I would have seen this before I did my display. I may have to add these in!!
Myra Hope says
March 3, 2011 at 5:54 AMAwww, thank you for the linky love at the end of your post! I LOVE, love, love the split peas!!!! Brilliant!
malia says
March 3, 2011 at 7:18 PMFeatured you today at A Crafty Soiree http://www.yesterdayontuesday.com
Thanks for sharing your project! Malia
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Sea Flower Studios says
March 3, 2011 at 9:14 PMFabulous idea! Love the peas for the green touch!
Jaimee says
March 3, 2011 at 10:19 PMLOVE these!! The split peas look great in there, too : )
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Holly says
March 3, 2011 at 10:29 PMSo cute. I used peas, beans, etc all the time they are such a fun decor item. Your creation looks amazing.
Heather says
March 4, 2011 at 6:39 PMCute!!!!!!
Delle says
March 4, 2011 at 6:41 PMI have 7 daughters to plan weddings for someday!!! I’ve been trying to think of basic centerpieces that we could use for all of them. These are so perfect because the “bones” are there and we can make each wedding unique by changing the “insides”. Thanks SO much!!!
Carissa says
March 7, 2011 at 7:31 AMI love these. Dollar Store materials plus a great idea. I’m deciding if I can find a kid proof place to put something like this (and if I can…definitely making them).
I did feature them, though on my blog post about great (and thrifty) spring ideas in the green decor category: http://creativecarissa.blogspot.com/2011/03/countdown-to-spring-more-great-and.html
Thanks again for sharing!
Amy Kirchhoff says
March 8, 2011 at 2:41 AMHey girl! I used a part of this idea in my St. P’s Tablescape. Thanks for sharing!
http://www.amytriedit.com/2011/03/st-patricks-day-tablescape.html
Sarah @ The Bird's Papaya says
March 8, 2011 at 2:07 PMhey girl! remember how I told you we were on the same craft mind?
I gave some pause between your post & mine…but my post is up now and I gave you a shout out! come check it out!
http://thebirdspapaya.blogspot.com/2011/03/diy-hurricanes.html
The Prim ~n~ Proper Shoppe says
March 16, 2011 at 7:24 PMI just had to stop by to say, THANK YOU for the very clever idea! I couldn’t resist either, and picked up a few things to do a pair for our shoppe! I wish I had “before” pics, but the bases of the ones I made up were tall tea-light holders. I filled THAT part with the peas before adhering the “hurricane” tops, and we LOVE how they turned out. …so did the gals down at the boutique where our shoppe is located! Thanks a ton!
~Morgan from The Prim ~n~ Proper Shoppe~
Please stop by to see yesterday’s post with the hurricane photos! 😉
http://primnpropershoppe.blogspot.com/2011/03/busy-busy.html
Katie and Jen says
July 21, 2011 at 1:06 PMHi! We loved your project and blogged about it – hope that is ok!! http://www.paisleyprintshoes.com
We love the color combination with the peas!
Jen and Katie
[email protected] says
October 15, 2011 at 5:40 PMChelsea, I love this project – I have it on my pinboard – and I am featuring it today on my other site – http://craftingharmony.wordpress.com/2011/10/15/thrifty-but-fancy-hurricane-room-embellishments/
This project has such an elegant result!
qqq says
January 13, 2012 at 5:36 AMI just had to stop by to say, THANK YOU for the very clever idea! I couldn’t resist either, and picked up a few things to do a pair for our shoppe! I wish I had “before” pics, but the bases of the ones I made up were tall tea-light holders. I filled THAT part with the peas before adhering the “hurricane” tops, and we LOVE how they turned out. …so did the gals down at the boutique where our shoppe is located! Thanks a ton! Sightline Payments Kirk SanfordTop Casinos Online
my heart belongs in san diego says
February 15, 2012 at 11:23 PMI’m about to make them now.. I’m so excited.. I found most of the items at the dollar tree.. I spent $ 6 dollars on the vases and candle holders. I spent 3 on the candles. I found GREEN gem rocks ( There wasn’t peas at the dollar tree) I spent about 3 bucks on those. Doubt I will use them. I bought 3 bags of peas at walmart for 98 a piece. As well as some ribbon which I doubt I will use.. And the glue which was 2.97 ~ I don’t have a crafty bone in my body.. I guess until this past JAN when I was introduced to Pinterest. <3.. St.Patty's Day is one of my fav holidays since Im Irish <3.. I cannot wait to make these and Im super stoked.. Thanks so much for sharing.. PS.. I LOVE YOUR BLOG.
Deirdre Mc Intyre says
February 29, 2012 at 7:48 PMas a Dubliner living in the US who gets a bit nauseated with same ole tired St. Patrick’s Day decor every year in the stores made from China I applaud your lovely split peas look :D. It’s alot more elegant and simple even St. Pat himself would approve as a lover of all things natural!
Cassidy says
March 2, 2012 at 9:37 AMSo pretty!! LOVE LOVE this idea!!
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Jennifer Hayes says
March 2, 2012 at 2:19 PMGreat idea! The peas are great or the whole spring season!!
I featured you today in my Friday I’m In Love Favorites!
http://socialsalutations.blogspot.com/2012/03/friday-im-in-love-st-pattys-day-style.html
– Jenn @ Social Salutations
Sarah says
March 6, 2012 at 7:28 PMThose look amazing! I am definitely going to have to try them. I would love for you to share them on my link party!
http://thewinthropchronicles.blogspot.com/2012/03/share-it-link-party-1.html
Jackie says
March 12, 2012 at 11:36 PMHow many bags of split peas did you use here? Thanks!
limefish studio says
March 16, 2012 at 1:16 PMJust wanted to share that you’ve been featured on our SMITTEN: SPRING 2012 GUIDE! http://limefishstudio.blogspot.com/2012/03/smitten-spring-2012-guide.html
Jenna Hill says
September 26, 2012 at 4:07 PMSo simple but so pretty. Such a great idea!
Grammie says
November 12, 2012 at 7:51 PMWhat size are the vases? These are beautiful and look so easy to make.
Screendoorgirl 3 says
December 29, 2012 at 11:06 PMThese are so pretty! I also love the rose petal idea. So simple.. Thanks for sharing!
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July 15, 2014 at 4:38 AMSo cute!! It’s a easy but very Great idea.
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Maria Lopez says
January 12, 2015 at 10:12 PMWhat a pretty and very thrifty idea! thank you for sharing this tutorial with us. I like the flowers more than peas, I think this really is good centerpiece during dinner with the family, aside from the fact that it is easy to make with few steps.
Sheila says
February 5, 2015 at 12:44 PMFantastic and economical idea. Keep them coming!
Joan Somers says
March 9, 2015 at 1:07 PMI love your hurricane with green peas! Those dried peas don’t always cook up to be soft enough for soup, so this I can definitely use! Would it be ok if I feature your blog on my new blogsite http://www.somersethouse.me? Joan
marie says
May 13, 2015 at 10:07 AMIs their anothe glue that will hold better.After a while glue un sticks to glass.
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
March 6, 2016 at 9:32 PMI love simple so these are perfect! Plus they look really nice. Visiting from The Creative Gallery party.
Lindsay says
March 8, 2016 at 6:55 PMSuch a brilliant idea! Thanks so much for sharing at Merry Monday!
Suzy says
March 10, 2016 at 10:05 AMI always love an elegant (but inexpensive) decorating idea! ..I’ll be back!
Jeanne Grunert says
March 14, 2016 at 1:44 PMTerrific ideas! I made hurricane lamps for my sister for Christmas one year and they were a big hit. I love yours with the rose petals. Glad I found your post on the #HomeMattersParty
Patricia Schroll says
March 6, 2017 at 8:12 PMLots of comments should tell you what a wonderful idea you had with the hurricane lamps. Love them all but really like the green peas idea!! Rose petals really nice. Thanks for sharing your ideas!!
Amy Conrad says
March 15, 2017 at 9:36 PMSee my finished result when I did this project! https://youtu.be/e2skizmIC0M
Krista @ MissCorporateDropout.com says
April 23, 2017 at 4:46 PMThank you for this helpful idea! I’m always at the Goodwill, so I’ll be on the lookout for some vases and candlestick holders the next time I stop in. The split green peas look awesome; I never would’ve thought of such a creative use.
Anita says
March 29, 2018 at 1:18 AMI use rock salt in something similar. It looked very elegant.
Marianne says
April 2, 2018 at 1:24 AMI love this idea. I actually have boxes of stuff to drop off at Goodwill this week but while I purge my home of 20 years of clutter I was looking for vase filler ideas to make things look pretty in my new pared-down home for spring and came upon your blog.. now I may be on the lookout for some old candlesticks to make my filled vases more interesting . I’ve played around with marbles and shells and sand for summer, Christmas ornaments and pinecones in winter, corks and other similar items … but hadn’t thought about using veggies and I love that idea – but even more so I loved the hurricanes you made with the candlesticks and vases. The rose petals with the floating candles are gorgeous. Something to try for a romantic dinner.
I look forward to reading more ideas in your blog.