Upcycle A Vintage Teapot Into A Vase & Flower Frog

Flower frogs are a charming way to display cut flowers in your home. Typically with a rounded top, they feature small holes that allow you to place flowers in them to remain standing. They lead to simple and beautiful arrangements that don't require as much bulk as a full vase, but are fuller than a single bud vase. While there are many vintage and even newer flower frogs available, there is one thrifted item you've overlooked as perfect for a budget-friendly DIY flower frog. Upcycling a vintage teapot into a whimsical vase and flower frog can be as easy as drilling a few holes and adding some water. The wide area of the top of the teapot is perfect for several rows of holes, which you can put flowers in and fill with water. 

Your upcycled teapot can be one you already have or one you bought in a thrift store, where you can often find them for just a few bucks. Not only does this allow you to repurpose an old teapot, but it keeps it from being thrown out. Quite beautiful on their own, this is a perfect way to use vintage ceramics as décor.

To upcycle a teapot into a flower frog, make sure that there are at least two inches between the handle and the outer edges of the lid — enough that you will be able to drill at least a couple rows to maximize the number of flowers you can fit. You will need a drill bit designed for ceramics and a spray bottle of water. Add painters tape over the top and mark out your holes, with larger holes toward the outer edge and smaller ones on the inside. Place the lid flat on a scrap board covered in a towel to protect your underlying surface and hold the lid in place as you drill. Start by holding the drill bit at an angle to the lid, keeping it wet to prevent overheating. Slowly turn it straight as you go and pierce through the other side.

Once you have drilled the holes, fill them with water and flowers. These flower frogs make great elements to create beautiful dining centerpieces, with larger teapots able to accommodate several rows of holes. Or, keep one outside to display any cuttings you might otherwise throw out. You can fill the frog densely so you can't see the holes; or, allow them to show for a more casual look. Small teapots can also help keep flowers in place when set inside a larger vessel to create beautiful flower arrangements. This teapot upcycle works for artificial arrangements, too. You could also use a piece of floral foam if you want to keep things firmly in place as you arrange.