Cedar Centerpiece
This is a long lasting centerpiece that can be decorated with fresh flowers, ornaments, holiday ribbons or decorations.
If you already know how to create an evergreen centerpiece base, then skip ahead to Page 3 (flowers and ornaments), or Page 4 (centerpiece variations).

• Floral foam and container
• 1 bunch fresh cedar boughs
• Variety of evergreens branches
• 1 bunch red mini-carnations
• 15 ornaments on wires or picks
• ribbon, wire garland, or holiday picks
• 1-3 candles (optional)

Prepare Container and Add Candle(s)
See instructions on using and soaking floral foam. Then insert 1, 2, or 3 taper candles into the wet oasis. Florist candleholders can also be used and will hold candles more securely.

Tip: If you prefer, use one pillar candle instead. Insert candles at least 1" apart so heat from one candle won't melt the others.

Cut 2 Cedar Boughs
Cut 2 identical cedar boughs and insert into the ends of the floral foam. Boughs should arc downward so the ends touch the table.

Tip: Remove a few needles at the end of each branch before inserting into the foam. (See pictures below)

Remove needles on end of branch
Gently remove the last few needles on evergreen branches. This will give you a clean end to insert into the foam.

Corner Cedar
Cut 4 medium lengths of cedar and insert into the four corners.

Cedar at ends
The 2 long and 4 medium cedar branches have been inserted into the floral foam.

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