The flower arrangement in the photo above shows tulips and assorted flowers in shades of orange, yellow and blue that are set in clear, glass vase filled with water, lemons, limes and another indistinguishable piece of fruit.

The picture was taken at a special birthday dinner in the private upstairs room of The Five Crowns Restaurant in Corona del Mar. Not sure if the party brought the arrangement or the restaurant supplied it, it is included in the gallery as a great way to use some of your surplus of California lemons and fruit that grow so abundantly in Southern California where this restaurant is located. The fruit can still be used afterwards, but does a pretty good job of holding the flowers in place while adding color to the arrangement. 

It's just one more affordable idea to help you plan your next event's flower and table arrangements. And if you aren't into that sort of thing, the colors are pleasant to look at, anyway.

When visiting Corona del Mar, a town within the bounds of Newport Beach,

there's really no finer place to dine than the Five Crowns restaurant, known for its prime rib. Nearby along the coast are some beautiful Laguna Beach hotels, include Casa Laguna Inn & Spa, and the more affordable Holiday Inn, located just across the street and down some steps to the beach.