These are the first three I turned on my lathe in, from l. to r., black walnut, American black cherry, and white oak.  They stand about 5.5″ tall.  In addition to being drilled out at the top to hold dried flowers, branches, ornamental grass, or interesting weeds, the bottoms also have a cavity drilled out which is filled with steel shot and then sealed with a wood plug.  The bottom-weighting provides stability.  (Click on any image to enlarge)

Since the first three were made, I have experimented with other shapes and heights, as well as with some exotic woods.  Below, l. to r., Claro walnut and Wenge, straight off the lathe.

I’ve also ordered various sizes of glass test tubes to be inserted into properly sized holes in the tops so that in addition to holding dried arrangements,  a single rose or small flower grouping can be kept fresh in water.