How to Make Fall Table Centerpieces

Table centerpieces are an integral part of the decor for a special meal. In the fall, centerpieces adorn many Thanksgiving dinner tables. Take advantage of the abundant fall harvest season to incorporate the warm reds, browns, yellows and oranges into your table's autumn decor. Fall table centerpieces can be made with a variety of seasonal items and assembled to suit the style and formality of your occasion. Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions

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Select a seasonal container for your piece. Line a wicker basket with a fall-color cloth. Use a hollowed-out pumpkin or gourd as a fall container. A large pumpkin can hold an array of fall-themed items, while small gourds or miniature pumpkins can be used to hold tapered candles.

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Collect a variety of fall fruits, vegetables and leaves to brighten up your centerpiece. For a harvest centerpiece, fill a bowl with yellow and orange vegetables, such as pumpkins, squash and kumquats. Or, use a shallow dish and arrange various-color fall leaves on its bottom, interspersed with bright berries or grapes. For a floral fall piece, use an abundance of brightly colored flowers such as roses, tulips and daffodils in orange, red and yellow hues.

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For a warm, subtle glow on your tabletop, incorporate candles into your fall centerpiece. Orange, red and yellow candles will match your other fall items. To lighten up the color scheme a bit, add white or beige candles. Make sure the candles are a safe distance from dried leaves and other flammable items on the tabletop.

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Place your arrangement in the center of the table, and make sure it is not so high that it will obstruct guests' views across the table. Use tall items sparingly. When using taper candles, place these between guests.