25 of the Best Vase Filler Ideas for any occasion. Easy Ideas for Glass Vase Fillers that are budget friendly and easy to make.

25 of the Best Vase Filler Ideas for any occasion. Easy Ideas for Glass Vase Fillers that are budget friendly and easy to make. There are ideas for decorative, tall clear vases and more. #onecrazymom #vasefillerideas

Best Vase Filler Ideas

We have super easy vase filler ideas that are so pretty and simple to do. These filling vase ideas are budget friendly and take hardly any effort to put together.

You might already have the items needed to make these around the house. Many of these ideas include natural vase fillers that you can find in your yard. Other ideas include inexpensive home decor items or dollar store finds.

25 of the Best Vase Filler Ideas for any occasion. Easy Ideas for Glass Vase Fillers that are frugal and easy to make. There are ideas for decorative, tall clear vases and more. #onecrazymom #vasefillerideas

You can fill the space with these ideas and add fresh flowers, dried flowers, candles, and more. There are so many decoration ideas to try.

The next time you are making a flower arrangement, try some of these creative vase filler ideas.

1. Conversation Hearts

It is so much fun to use conversation hearts for a whimsical vase filler idea perfect for Valentine’s Day. You can add your favorite flowers for an awesome gift or centerpiece.

Conversation Hearts
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2. Candy

You can use an old Mason Jar and candy to make this adorable centerpiece for Spring. It is so much fun to use an assortment of candy.

Candy
Here's a cool hack to save you money on Easter centerpieces…use a cardboard tube! Less candy to use and no one would know because they still look so pretty!
Candy

3. Peeps

Utilize Peeps in an assortment of fun colors to make this dazzling centerpiece. You can use any clear glass container to make this adorable idea.

Peeps
It doesn't take many items to turn a few simple candies into a gorgeous centerpiece – and most everything you can grab at the Dollar Tree!
Peeps

4. Dried Beans

This easy DIY provides step-by-step instructions, not only for making a hurricane candle holder but also for frugal filler ideas. Dried beans make a great filler and take very little time and money to make.

Dried Beans
All you need are vases, candlesticks, glue, toothpicks, and beans to make these thrifty hurricane centerpieces!
Dried Beans

5. Sand and Seashells

This coastal-themed hurricane is a great way to incorporate natural colors and filler items. Feel free to use seashells from your collection. You can even add some glass beads or sea glass for a pop of color.

Sand and Seashells
These clear glass hurricanes are perfect for creating coastal candle holders with beach sand and shells, with or without candles.
Sand and Seashells

6. Popcorn Kernel

This clever idea can be used year-round with the simple filler idea of unpopped popcorn kernels. You can change the color of the ribbon and add a candle or anything you like to make this work for any occasion.

Popcorn Kernel
With just 4 items, it’s a budget-friendly option for Thanksgiving decoration ideas with fall colors.
Popcorn Kernel

7. Lemon Slices

Cut a lemon into slices for the perfect citrus-inspired vase filler. This would also work with lime slices as well. Another idea is to alternate both for a fun and colorful look.

Lemon Slices
It’s so easy to make and it's like a tall, cool glass of lemonade for your eyes.
Lemon Slices

8. Wine Corks

Put your wine cork collection to good use. They make the perfect filler and you can top it with a candle.

Wine Corks
If you’re not a wine enthusiast who likes to collect corks, you could ask a local restaurant, banquet hall, or winery to save corks for you.
Wine Corks

9. Coffee Beans

You can use coffee beans to fill vases and top with votives for a festive centerpiece. Use twine or any ribbon you prefer to wrap around the vase for a bow.

Coffee Beans
Coffee beans make an amazing-and easy!-vase filler for any room or occasion! Not only are they dark and rustic — perfect for fall — but they give off a wonderful aroma, too!
Coffee Beans

10. Bouncy Balls

This whimsical idea to use bouncy balls is perfect for a child’s party or when you need something fun and festive. All of the colorful balls make this centerpiece so bright and cheerful.

Bouncy Balls
Using bouncy balls as vase fillers is perfect during fun events. Whenever we have kids around or fun adults for that matter too, they get a super ball!
Bouncy Balls

11. Scrabble Tiles

Simple Scrabble tiles make the perfect filler for a vase and provide a neutral background for any color. This is so pretty for any occasion year-round.

Scrabble Tiles
If you're a fan of the white and wood combination for decorations, scrabble tiles are perfect for that theme!
Scrabble Tiles

12. Rock Salt

You will be amazed at how plain rock salt can be used in a vase as a filler. You can use food coloring to dye the salt any color you prefer. This is very inexpensive and easy to do.

Rock Salt
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Rock Salt

13. Aroma Beads

You can use aroma beads to add a pop of color to your vase and make everything smell amazing. These come in an assortment of colors and scents.

Aroma Beads
A fun and easy trick for making silk flower bouquets smell beautiful while also making them easier to arrange are aroma beads!
Aroma Beads

14. Alphabet Magnets

Don’t toss those ABC’s on the fridge and use them for a cute vase filler. This would make a great gift for a teacher on the first day of school or for teacher appreciation.

Alphabet Magnets
Make teacher appreciation unique by giving your favorite teacher flowers in a vase filled with letter magnets. You can even use plastic flowers or crafted ones so watering them won't be a problem.
Alphabet Magnets

15. Fruit

Fruit makes a natural and lovely idea to fill a vase while keeping it inexpensive. Some ideas include apples, oranges, lemons, pears, and more.

Fruit
Turn to your kitchen for inspiration!  Fruits make beautiful fillers for vases and help to make the entire display an arrangement, from the vase to the flowers.
Fruit

16. Patriotic Beans

Layer red, white, and blue beans for a festive and patriotic-themed vase idea. This is so pretty for Memorial Day, July 4th, Veteran’s Day, or any time you need a festive centerpiece.

Patriotic Beans
Instead of spray painting them, you can try to find red (kidney), white (Great Northern), and "blue" (black) beans to layer in a vase:
Patriotic Beans

17. Sea Glass

If you collect sea glass, it is so unique in a vase and gorgeous with a candle on top. This can easily be coordinated with any decor or theme in your home.

Sea Glass
Dig through your cabinets and garage for jars, vases, bowls, or shallow trays. Fill them up and place them on a window sill with lots of light, it's the perfect place for your display. 
Sea Glass

18. Buttons

An assortment of buttons will look so pretty in a clear vase where all the colors can shine. This classic idea would also look pretty inside a mason jar for a vintage look.

Buttons
You can use a monochrome with buttons in different beige and white shades. For colorful and quirky, try using a rainbow hue. You can also use buttons of various sizes for a beautiful visual appeal and texture mix.
Buttons

19. Spray Painted Beans

Not only are dried beans great fillers but they are so easy to paint to match numerous decor themes. You can spray the beans in any color you choose.

Spray Painted Beans
Use metallic spray paint or your favorite color to make super cheap vase filler for your wedding or special event centerpieces. Add a candle, single flower, or succulent to make decor that won’t break the bank.
Spray Painted Beans

20. Colored Water

Dye water using food coloring for an inexpensive vase filler that can easily match any party theme. You can use several vases and different color schemes.

Colored Water
You can create a colorful and affordable centerpiece for any holiday or event in a few simple steps. The best part is that you can make it any assortment of colors you like.
Colored Water

21. Mod Podge Balls

You can use Mod Podge to decorate plastic balls for an inexpensive vase filler that is easily customizable. This is so clever and very inexpensive to make.

Mod Podge Balls
They’re super cute and an inexpensive dollar-store decor item you can make really quickly!
Mod Podge Balls

22. Fake Snow

Make fake snow using Epsom salt and glitter for a beautiful vase filler. This is great for Christmas but can be used any time of year.

Fake Snow
Add more sparkle to your Christmas decorations with some Fake Snow. Epsom salt + glitter = fake snow.
Fake Snow

23. Moss and Burlap Covered Balls

These natural and organic covered balls look perfect for a neutral setting. It looks so pretty to mix moss balls and rope-covered balls. You could even throw in a few pine cones.

Moss and Twine Covered Balls
Make these DIY decorative balls with supplies you may already have in your homes. Using various textures and colors creates a rich and beautiful custom display.
Moss and Twine Covered Balls

24. Branches

Twigs and branches can easily be gathered around the yard and used inside a vase. It is so pretty.

Branches
Use any kind of tree branch around your yard, and use leaves, wheat, some mums, or your favorite Fall flower in a color of your choice.
Branches

25. Easter Eggs

Easter Eggs make a great springtime vase filler for a stunning centerpiece idea.

Easter Eggs
In just 10 minutes, you can put together this decorative piece. You can use faux floral branches or real flowering branches.
Easter Eggs

Easy Ideas for Glass Vase Fillers

There are numerous ideas for easy vase fillers. You can match any decor, theme, or occasion with these simple but pretty ideas.

25 of the Best Vase Filler Ideas for any occasion. Easy Ideas for Glass Vase Fillers that are budget friendly and so simple to make. There are ideas for decorative, tall clear vases and more. #onecrazymom #vasefillerideas

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