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This earthy stoneware stands out as art; it’s

ideal for displaying on a bookshelf. Bantam

Bud Vase in jade, $40; jonathanadler.com

Feminine appeal doesn't get much prettier.

Fill this shapely vessel with white tulips for

a crowning touch. Shake curvy vase by Jill

Rosenwald,

$ 4 5

(small): magenta-inc.com

Welcome the first signs of spring by nestling

blooming branches in this translucent vase.

Glass bird vase, $35; patinastores.com

This colorful trio comes alive with a

pattern inspired by European botanical

etchings. Secret Garden mini vases, $50

(set of three); rosannainc.com

This modern container transcends styles with

colorful swirls. Try on a living room side table.

Oval vase, $45; boconcept.com

Add a touch of rustic country with a glass

container nested in a basket. Seagrass glass

vase, $19 (5

Z2"x6"

tall); Sylvester and Co.;

returntomainstreet.com (£D

Vase cleaning 101

To clean debris buildup in glass containers, drop a denture cleaning tablet,

such as Polident, in the vase. Fill it with water and let it sit overnight.

Thoroughly wash vase with lukewarm water and dry.

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