Wednesday, November 6, 2013

Craft of the Week - Cute Fall Pumpkin Centerpiece by Dinah Wulf

Fall Pumpkin Centerpiece #turkeytablescapes

by Dinah Wulf
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This Fall Pumpkin Centerpiece tutorial is sponsored by Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft Stores.  All opinions are 100% my own.
I’m pretty much a regular at Jo-Ann’s…at several locations!  This year for fall, they had a great line of Autumn Inspirations that really sparked some ideas.  In particular, I love the hints of dark navy blue.  Blue isn’t a color that I would normally associate with Thanksgiving time; however I just realized how beautiful it looks with other fall colors.
I decided to make a fall pumpkin centerpiece for my #TurkeyTableScape this year!  You can get all of the supplies at Jo-Ann’s. 
Here is shopping list of what you’ll need:
  • Craft pumpkin
  • Sharp craft knife
  • Floral foam block
  • Burlap scraps
  • Assortment of Autumn Inspirations decorative picks
I started off with this craft pumpkin.  I wanted a small one for my table this year because my husband and I are having a small intimate Thanksgiving for four this year.  Our families are both out of state so it’ll just be us!
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First, I cut off the top.  This particular pumpkin is all Styrofoam.  If you buy a regular craft pumpkin, they are typically hollow. 
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If your pumpkin is hollow, you can use a floral foam block to place inside the pumpkin after you cut it.
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Next, I simply arranged my assortment of decorative picks inside the pumpkin.  I love the mix of blue feathers.  These particular decorative picks are great, because they look very realistic.
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Lastly, for a more finished look, I added some burlap around the bottom of the arrangement.  I always check the remnants section at Jo-Ann’s for fabric like this.
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Here are a few AFTER photos! Notice the burlap  feather napkin rings I made too!
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Be sure to check out Jo-Ann’s craft catalog for more DIY inspiration.  To help get you started on your next project, enjoy this 50% off coupon good until November 30, 2013!
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