Fall Decorating Ideas - Table Decorations
Use Items From Nature to Create Autumn Centerpieces
Fall is one of the best times for decorating. As the weather gets cold people tend to head indoors to warmer and cozier surroundings. There are plenty of ways to decorate for fall and one of the best is to take a cue from nature and use fruits, vegetables, flowers, and leaves to create beautiful fall displays and centerpieces. Here are a few ideas:
Use Clear Glass Vases for Fall Displays
Cranberries are a terrific fruit to use in fall decorating. Place them in clear glass vases or bowls and then place a (or several depending on the width of the bowl) tea lights to create a warm glow.
For a unique fall display, fill a glass vase (or a collection of vases) with layers of colorful dried legumes (this would also work with nuts and dried fruits). Choose different shapes, sizes, and textures for a unique arrangement. After pouring in the first layers of beans and lentils, place a pillar candle in the middle of the vase so that the wick is at just about the same height as the rim of the vase. This simple display is reminiscent of traditional cornucopias, but it’s a bit more modern and will last an entire season. Plus, they can be eaten after!
For the ultimate in simplicity, fill a tall glass cylinder vase about one third of the way with pinecones. Place a simple flower such as a calla lily on top. That’s it. A simple display with a touch of seasonal flair.
Spray-paint nuts, acorns, and/or pinecones all the same color and place them in glass vases or hurricanes. Paint them to match the décor of the room for an elegant, yet still seasonal display.
Use Pumpkins and Other Fruits When Decorating for Fall
A pumpkin vase is a great idea for a fall centerpiece. Cut and hollow out a small pumpkin or gourd. Once the insides of the pumpkin are clean, place a square of floral foam in the bottom of the pumpkin. Create an arrangement using flowers and seasonal foliage. A large pumpkin is fine, but try using a collection of smaller pumpkins of varying sizes for a bit more visual interest.
Use mini pumpkins as candleholders. Using a sharp knife, cut off the pumpkin stems so the tops are flat. Hold a taper candle to the top of the pumpkin and trace around the base with a pencil. Trace the circle and cut out a hole that is half an inch or so deep (deep enough so that the candle will be steady). Place the candle into the hole and it should be kept in place. Run a few them down the length of a table. For an elegant take on this look try spray-painting the pumpkins all one color. (Always use caution when decorating with lit candles.)
A bowl of bobbing apples with tea lights set in them makes for a warm, glowing fall centerpiece. To make them, find apples that are relatively flat. Place the tea light on top of the apple and trace it with a pencil. Carve out a hole that is the same depth as the tea light and place the tea light in the hole. Put a few of them in a bowl of water and light the candles. Since this display works best in a large bowl it makes a great centerpiece for a coffee table.
Another easy fall decorating idea is to take a simple pillar candle and glue cinnamon sticks all the way around. It’s simple and it smells great. Put a collection of them together to enhance the effect.
Try some of these ideas or come up with your own and treat your guests – and yourself! – to some beautiful fall displays.
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