Game Day DIY: Football Floral Arrangements That Wow

There’s something special about the start of football season in Franklin, Tennessee. The crisp air, the roar of the crowd, and the chance to gather with friends and family—it all makes this time of year unforgettable. At Sapient Spaces, we love creating décor that celebrates the season. That’s why we made these DIY football floral arrangements, perfect for game days, tailgate parties, or simply adding a little team spirit to your home or office.

DIY football floral arrangement with mini footballs and greenery on a staircase in Franklin, TN.

Our finished DIY football floral arrangement for a Franklin, TN client.

To create your own football centerpiece, here’s what you’ll need:

  • Mini Foam Footballs: Shop here

  • Green Floral Stems: Shop here

  • Moss Filler: Shop here or grab some from Hobby Lobby

  • Wooden Dowels (painted black for a clean look)

  • A Tall Glass Vase

Mini foam football stress balls on painted wooden dowels for a DIY floral arrangement.

Foam football stress balls were turned into “stems” using painted wooden dowels.

Prep the Footballs
Insert the wooden dowels into mini foam footballs so they can stand like flower stems.

  1. Layer the Greenery
    Start with different types of greenery and florals to give depth and texture.

  2. Add the Footballs
    Arrange the footballs evenly so they peek out between the flowers.

  3. Finish with Moss
    Add moss around the base inside the vase for a natural and polished finish.

DIY football floral centerpiece in progress with greenery and footballs.

Arrangements in progress — layering greenery and adding footballs.

This DIY brings the excitement of football season into any space—whether it’s a centerpiece for a party, a touch of seasonal flair for your office, or a way to show your team spirit at home. It’s budget-friendly, easy to customize with your favorite flowers or team colors, and guaranteed to be a conversation starter.

Finished DIY football floral arrangement styled against a blue wall.

A bold look for office décor — festive and professional.

If you’re hosting a football party or want to bring seasonal energy into your home or office, give this DIY a try. You can put it together in under an hour, and it’ll have your guests talking.

At Sapient Spaces, we believe a home or office should feel inviting, safe, and full of personality. During football season, what better way to show that spirit than with a DIY arrangement that celebrates the game?

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