A Simple Fall Centerpiece
Hi there! Today I have a simple fall centerpiece to share with you that would make a lovely addition to a Thanksgiving table. Sometimes things get so hectic around the holidays (understatement, I know), and it’s nice to have a truly easy project, like the one I’m going to show you, in your back pocket.
If you’re looking for other fall centerpieces, you’ll want to check out these two posts: Festive Fall Centerpieces and Giving a Vintage Crate an Update.
Recently I stenciled “Farmer’s Market” on the side of a long, wide flat box and filled it with pumpkins (Cruddy Old Box Turned Charming Vintage Tray).
I was inspired to use the same stencil on the side of this long, narrow box.
I filled it with dried hydrangea from my garden and white “boo” pumpkins.
It’s low height allows for plenty of cross-table conversation.
And its lightness allows for easy removal from the table if space is needed for serving dishes.
A completely unassuming piece, the box’s unadorned side cried out for some kind of words or decoration. I don’t think I had any idea what it might become when I rescued it from a garage sale.
The vintage label on one end indicates it’s original purpose–shipping floral wire.
It seems right then that it’s being used to display flowers in its second life.
Small gourds of any color would make a lovely arrangement in this box, perhaps with some stems of wheat as filler.
What other fruits of fall bounty would you want to fill this stenciled piece with?
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Love the florist wire box. It is perfect for the boos and dried hydrangea.
Thanks for stopping by, Sharon 🙂
I’m a sucker for those old boxes and I like what you did with it.
Godspell is one of my favorite plays from the 70’s. Have you ever seen the movie?
Thanks Kim. No I haven’t; I didn’t even know there was one. I’ll have to look for it. Thanks for letting me know, Kim 🙂
Oh you have to watch it – it’s great! Victor Garber (from Titanic) is in it. He’s very young and you’d almost not recognize him. It’s a bit outdated now so watch it in a “70’s” frame of mind, if you know what I mean. LOL.
This is very pretty! I love the old box…I’m inspired!
Thanks Linda–I’m so glad!
This is my go-to fall table decoration. Last year I got a huge vintage wooden tool caddy and it’s perfect for centerpieces all year long. Your box is fabulous, love the original label on the side. Your stenciling makes it all the more charming. xoKathleen
Thanks hydrangea-girl! I thought of you while I was arranging it because I know they’re your favorite flower 🙂
PERFECT … love old wooden boxes especially with the finger joint corners and always a plus if they have the original label. I looks really long and that is another plus for a table centerpiece. Great find Diana and love how you filled it. Simple but beautiful.
Hugs,
Audrey Z.
You are so sweet and encouraging, Audrey–thanks for your kind words to me 🙂 I love technical terms like “finger joint;” I’m going to have to remember that one…
Your daughter’s school production sounds great!
Love your Centerpiece! Its so pretty!
Thanks Melissa!
Diana, this is just gorgeous–just the right amount of color! Godspell is one of my very favorite productions EVER! My oldest daughter performed in it at our local community theater when she was 16 🙂
I’ve always loved the music and now I find myself singing/humming it all the time!
What a lovely centerpiece!!
Thanks Keri!
Diana, this is just pretty—-no other words, you will have fun with it for years! Sandi
Thanks Sandi!
Hi Diana,
Beautiful photos! I have never seen a box like that before – that long – it makes the perfect center piece for a dining table. It would be pretty at Christmas with boughs and candles in it too…so many possibilities. The pink and the white pumpkins though, beautiful.
Have a wonderful rest of your week.
Kimberley
Thanks! Great idea Kimberly–bows and candles. Hope your week is lovely, too 🙂
Loving, pinning, sharing! Maybe add something from an orange sweater? :>)))
Thanks Donna, and no, I’m done with that sweater!!! 😉
Absolutely beautiful, and I love how you photographed it! Thanks for sharing it at the Vintage Inspiration Party – I’m pinning it to my “Spotted at the VIP board here – https://www.pinterest.com/knickoftime/spotted-at-the-vip-vintage-decor-repurposed-projec/
Thanks so much Angie; I appreciate the kind words 🙂 I’ll go check it out–
Hi Diana, Your centerpiece is beautiful. What a great box and the pale pinks with the boo pumpkins are simply stunning!
I love this, Diana. The contrast between the rustic box and the pink blooms is just gorgeous. Thanks so much for sharing at Vintage Inspiration Party.
Diana, I absolutely love this! The label on the end is priceless. I have a large box that I filled with pumpkins and placed on top of my mantel. Love the look! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
This is so pretty, Diana! I wish my dried hydrangeas were pink like yours.
That is a really cool box and I love the way you styled it – simple and pretty! Thanks for sharing Diana. Featured at Be Inspired this morning.
Hi Diana, just hopping back to let you know that I will be featuring you at SYC this week.
hugs,
Jann
Charming. I would love to do something similar but The Three Little Kittens love to eat dried hydrangea – which it turns out is bad for them. This we learned the hard way.