Paperwhite narcissus

"Small, white-flowered arrangements are like little snow bouquets indoors," says floral designer Kate Holt.

"I like to place them all around the house for a more intimate kind of welcome. Also, using vessels like sugar bowls or silver creamers feels much cozier than a generic vase."

Here, narcissus blooms, commonly available at florist shops in winter, join berzelia berries in a pewter creamer.