This character led me to remember my grandmother's flower frogs. Some of them I still have. But many people have never heard of a flower frog.
A flower frog is a device used to help hold and arrange flowers. Floral frogs are still used, but were in their heyday during the 1920s, 1930s and World War Two era. I adore all things Art Deco. This particular book, although a contemporary romance, has a strong World War Two historical element.
Here are some of my favorite flower frog examples—
Do you own a flower frog? Did your grandmother? Have you ever used one for flower arrangements?
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These are lovely, Lisa. My mom has a plain one with the brass spikes, but there aren't any in my house. Hmm. Maybe I should check out the antique shops.
ReplyDeleteI think that's a good idea, Christine. Although any excuse is a good reason for a little retail therapy. Especially antiquing. :)
ReplyDeleteBoth my mother and grandmother had flower frogs, but I haven't thought of those things in years. I have no idea what happened to them. Thanks for the reminder.
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by, Merrillee.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the lesson, Lisa. I never knew!
ReplyDeleteThanks for joining the conversation, Leigh.
ReplyDeleteI'm still not sure what a flower frog is. From the first picture, I thought it was spikes that keep the flowers still. But, how is the statue of the girl a flower frog. Inquiring minds want to know.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite aunt had a flower garden. I wish I'd paid more attention.
Hi Lisa, I had no idea those things were called flower frogs. I think I've had some cheap ones that came in an arrangement of flowers, but I've never used them myself. Thanks for teaching me something new.
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