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Thanksgiving will be here before we know it… and if you’re hosting family and friends, then you’re likely starting to think about the menu you’re going to serve. But don’t forget about the fun part – the décor! Today I’m sharing a few of the centerpieces that we’ve used on our tables in the past (we’ve hosted the last few years).
The top one is actually really easy to achieve. Just cut an opening in the top of a pumpkin and remove the seeds, and then place a vase of flowers inside. One note though: the carved pumpkin will not last very long, so cut it right before your event.
The vases above are actually all connected (see the different configurations here) so all you have to do is alternate flowers and greenery and then arrange the vases in a round shape. Here’s a similar hinged vase set that you can buy… and this test tube set with a gold stand is absolutely gorgeous too.
The centerpiece above is made with basic grocery store flowers – just buy all the components and then place them in a wide urn style vase using a floral foam block. You’ll need a dozen red roses, a dozen peach ones and some greenery. You can also make the lazy susan using this tutorial that I shared a while back.
I think this last one may be my favorite. Because #peonies. Isn’t that blush color to-die-for? This one requires a few more elements than the others, but the effect is totally worth it. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Burlap runner
- A few clear jars and vases
- Candlestick holders
- Unscented white taper candles
- Unscented white pillar candles
- White pumpkins
- Pinecones
- Peonies
- Seeded eucalyptus
Start by laying the burlap runner down on the table and placing all of the candles in a way that’s pleasing to the eye, with a bit of space in between each. Next, put the peonies in small glass jars filled with water and intersperse them between the candles. Next come the pumpkins and pinecones, and last is the seeded eucalyptus to fill in the empty spaces. When you light the candles, make sure nothing is above the flame… we don’t want to cause any fires!
I hope my Thanksgiving centerpiece ideas inspired you to get creative with your table this year. Be sure to follow me on Instagram so you don’t miss this year’s centerpiece… happy Thanksgiving to all!