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Flower Constellations are durable brass flower arranging tools that help you create gorgeous arrangements and make the most of your flowers every timeSimilar to the Japanese floral art Ikebana, the Flower Constellations are a celebration of the beauty of each single flower, stem included.
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The Flower Constellations come in 3 sizes fitting a wide range of vase diameters |
Where it's madeThe brass Flower Constellations are manufactured in Italy.
The cardboard packaging is cut and stamped in Friesland, the Netherlands; and each Flower Constellation is carefully packaged by hand at the House of Thol studio. |
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How to work your Flower Constellation1. Find a fitting vase & fill with fresh water.
2. Lay the Flower Constellation on top of the vase and push the inner circle downwards to fixate.
3. Use the perforated pattern to easily place your flowers, playfully distributing them over the full diameter of the vase.
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Make the freshness lastUsing fewer and wider spaced flowers keeps your arrangement fresh for longer: the water remains clearer, and spaced stems are less prone to jamming and damaging each other.
Save (on) flowersCreate masterpieces with curated single flowers from the florist, personally picked wildflowers, or revive the left-overs from last week's bouquet in a stylish new arrangement.
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Durable brass, made to ageThe Flower Constellations are flower arranging tools made from brass: an alloy of copper and sink that can be infinitely recycled and has a good resistance to corrosion.
Brass will show its history and can stain from water or fingerprints. We love it when a Flower Constellation gets naturally worn and develops a patina over time. Not a fan of the wear? Brass can easily be cleaned with copper polish (+ a little elbow grease). |
A functional gift & a personal touch
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As featured in...
Written in the Stars
The original Flower Constellations series was inspired by the 12 signs of the Zodiac (Aries to Pisces) and successfully crowdfunded via Kickstarter in 2018
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Flower Constellations
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The Flower Constellations storyOne day, Jana came home with a small bunch of wildflowers that were just impossible to arrange. She ended up creating a contraption using elastic bands and metal clips that helped the flowers stand up straight and spaced throughout the vase.
Although the arrangement was looking sharp, the improvised frame wasn't so pretty, plus, it was a hassle to make. If only we could make this easier...just with a some kind flower arranging tools.... Our goal was to create something that would fit any vase, could be used again, made of durable materials and could be stored and shipped flat-pack. Also the holes should be tight to hold flowers straight up, while also be spacious enough to fit most stems. In the constellations in the night sky we found meaningful randomness, and after a lot of testing and prototyping the Flower Constellations were born. We successfully crowdfunded the first series of Zodiac Flower Constellations via Kickstarter in 11 days in the spring of 2018, and launched the series in August of that same year. In the spring of 2021 we updated the series and created 3 different sizes: Medium (Cygnus), Large (Lepus) and XL (Ophiuchus) in new eco cardboard packaging that is easier to pack and can be customized upon request. |
Flower Constellations FAQ
Where can i buy the flower constellations?
You can buy the flower arranging tools "Flower Constellations" online via the House of Thol webshop, or find a store near you in our Store Locator.
Every now and then we take part in an exhibition or fair and like to bring the Flower Constellations with us.
Check out our Calendar to see if we have anything planned near you.
Every now and then we take part in an exhibition or fair and like to bring the Flower Constellations with us.
Check out our Calendar to see if we have anything planned near you.
how should i care for my flower constellations?
These flower arrangin tools "Flower Constellations" are made from brass. That means they will not get rusty, but are prone to stain from water or fingerprints.
Over time your Flower Constellation will develop a natural patina that is similar to the wear on brass coins.
We usually only clean the Flower Constellations under running water and dry them with a cloth before storing them in a drawer.
If you like, it is very possible to clean your Flower Constellation with copper polish and a bit of elbow grease and make them shine again and again.
Over time your Flower Constellation will develop a natural patina that is similar to the wear on brass coins.
We usually only clean the Flower Constellations under running water and dry them with a cloth before storing them in a drawer.
If you like, it is very possible to clean your Flower Constellation with copper polish and a bit of elbow grease and make them shine again and again.
How long does it take to ship the flower constellations?
Whenever you place an order in our webshop, we aim to have your product out of the door within two working days.
However, please note: we are two people and sometimes, when we have a show or exhibition, it may take a few days extra.
If you absolutely need to have your order sent out Today, place your order before 12 noon and pop us a little e-mail to let us know you are in a hurry.
We will do our absolute best to make it happen for you!
Once the product is in the mail, the time it takes to reach your doorstep is depending on where that doorstep is located.
Within the Netherlands it usually takes about a day to arrive, in the surrounding countries a few days, and progressively longer the further your parcel has to travel.
Obviously things like global pandemics can cause delays, but i guess we're all used to that by now.
However, please note: we are two people and sometimes, when we have a show or exhibition, it may take a few days extra.
If you absolutely need to have your order sent out Today, place your order before 12 noon and pop us a little e-mail to let us know you are in a hurry.
We will do our absolute best to make it happen for you!
Once the product is in the mail, the time it takes to reach your doorstep is depending on where that doorstep is located.
Within the Netherlands it usually takes about a day to arrive, in the surrounding countries a few days, and progressively longer the further your parcel has to travel.
Obviously things like global pandemics can cause delays, but i guess we're all used to that by now.
Why didn't you make one size to fit all vases?
Obviously, that would have been the ideal solution.
However, if we would have made one Flower Constellation to fit vases with a diameter from 6,5 to 12 or even 16 cm, it would have become mainly rims, with only little room to actually place flowers.
Also, for the smaller vases, it would have meant a LARGE overhang and just a shame of the use of material, really.
However, if we would have made one Flower Constellation to fit vases with a diameter from 6,5 to 12 or even 16 cm, it would have become mainly rims, with only little room to actually place flowers.
Also, for the smaller vases, it would have meant a LARGE overhang and just a shame of the use of material, really.
Why are the prices different?
One simple answer: because brass is an expensive material, and there's a lot more brass in the larger Flower Constellations.
Why did you create two series?
When we first designed the Flower Constellations, we started out with the Zodiac series, we love the personal touch of using your own star sign to arrange your flowers, or gift someone theirs as a functional floral tool.
After a while we got a lot of requests for an XL version, which became the Ophiuchus or Snakebearer.
At the same time, a lot of people and stores were asking for a Flower Constellations series that would be easier to stock and required a little less decision anxiety.
In spring 2021, we launched a second Flower Constellations series in three sizes, coming in a fresh easy to pack eco cardboard envelope: ready to be shipped around the world.
The original Zodiac series will remain available via our own webshop and selected stores.
After a while we got a lot of requests for an XL version, which became the Ophiuchus or Snakebearer.
At the same time, a lot of people and stores were asking for a Flower Constellations series that would be easier to stock and required a little less decision anxiety.
In spring 2021, we launched a second Flower Constellations series in three sizes, coming in a fresh easy to pack eco cardboard envelope: ready to be shipped around the world.
The original Zodiac series will remain available via our own webshop and selected stores.
can i get the flower constellations as a promotional gift?
Yes!
You most definitely can! These flower arrangin tools are ideal as an eco gift.
In fact, depending on the numbers, we can even look into a custom series and/or customize the packaging to fit your organization.
Get in touch with Jana to learn about the possibilities.
You most definitely can! These flower arrangin tools are ideal as an eco gift.
In fact, depending on the numbers, we can even look into a custom series and/or customize the packaging to fit your organization.
Get in touch with Jana to learn about the possibilities.
Missing a question?
Get in touch and we're happy to help!
In fact, by getting in touch you'll also be doing us a favour, since we can add your question to this list.
In fact, by getting in touch you'll also be doing us a favour, since we can add your question to this list.
Eco Friendly Products WholesaleDo you have a store and would you like to add our functional flower arranging tools to your collection?
You can! The Flower Constellations are available to resell and are easy to ship all over the world. We even created a special starter pack that includes a wooden counter display. Add a presentation Flower Constellation with or without glass vase, and all you need are a few fresh flowers to brighten up your store counter week after week. Is your shop based in Germany or Austria? Please contact the magnificent Marije Moors of Double Dutch Agentur, and she will happily help you out in fluent German. Prefer to steer clear of platforms? Check out our own eco friendly products wholesale webshop and get in touch with Jana to create an account. |