Centerpiece Ideas
for Fall and Thanksgiving
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Sometimes we concentrate on the party preparations, invitations, menus, cleaning, and so on -- and leave setting the table until the last minute.
Then comes the dilemma of what to put in the center of the table. Fortunately that challenge is easily solved. With a few minutes of planning and some basic materials on hand -- candlesticks, candles, fruit, greenery -- you can create something beautiful in a very short time.
Try some of these ideas next time you need a fast and easy centerpiece.
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Cranberry Tray
Fill a shallow tray with bright red cranberries. Top with votive candles.
Tip: Cranberries contain moisture that may damage a wooden tray. Protect it with plastic or foil or use a plastic tray instead.
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Platter Centerpiece
Use fruit to make an impressive centerpiece that's very inexpensive.
Tip: Add flowers at the last minute and they'll stay fresh for your party.
See this Fruit and Flower Platter...
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Ring of Fruit
Set three candlesticks on a tray and surround them with a ring of fall fruit.
Tip: Use real, beaded, or artificial fruit.
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Fruit and Candlesticks
Who says candlesticks are only for candles? Top them with fruit or ornaments for an unusual table decoration.
Tip: Heights and levels make it interesting while repetition adds harmony.
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Pears and Leaves
Pile fruit, nuts, and acorns into a bowl and garnish with a few fall leaves.
Tip: Fresh oak leaves will dry well and retain much of their color.
See Fall Pear Centerpiece...
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