Just fill up the vase with water and it will automatically take the shape of a flower vase.The vase:- Looks like expensive glassware- Base color spreads throughout the water- Is very light to carry- Will never break or tear- Is totally stable- Never leaks- Is transparent And glossy- Is great For Hospital Visits, Office Use, and a low budget corporate and mass mailing gift- Is coloful and attractive!! Available in 5 attractive colors: Yellow/ Red/ Green/ Blue/ Purple