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Fall Pears and Oak Leaves
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Materials: Gather about 15 miniature pears and about 8 small crab apples. You'll also need several sprigs of oak leaves, a handful of acorns, 5 apples, and 3 larger pears.

Centerpiece photography © 2001 by Glenna J. Morton, About's Interior Decorating Guide

Arrange 5 apples in the bottom of the bowl, then three large pears.

Tip: Use artificial fruit for a long-lasting arrangement that only needs dusting!

Centerpiece photography © 2001 by Glenna J. Morton, About's Interior Decorating Guide

Mound the top with the miniature pears.

Centerpiece photography © 2001 by Glenna J. Morton, About's Interior Decorating Guide

Tuck 6 or 8 fall leaf sprigs among the pears. Oak leaves will dry naturally without shriveling.

Tip: Use artificial leaves if desired.

Centerpiece photography © 2001 by Glenna J. Morton, About's Interior Decorating Guide

Garnish with small crab apples and acorns.

Centerpiece photography © 2001 by Glenna J. Morton, About's Interior Decorating Guide


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