One of the main reasons I love autumn is because of the vibrant colors that are associated with the season… harvest yellow, orange, and different shades of red.

I’m going to show you how to make a really lovely centerpiece to bring some festivity into your home, or to give as a gift.  You will spend a fraction of how much flower arrangements usually cost.  In fact, the cost of the centerpiece is even less than the typical pre-made bouquet you would find at a grocery store.

Below is a picture of my “supplies.” Feel free to swap out the flowers to your preference,  just stay within the fall color scheme.  I used sunflowers ($3.99 for the bunch), alstroemerias in a reddish/orangey color ($3.99 for the bunch), and dyed maple leaves ($2.99 for the bunch).  All of these flowers/leaves were purchased at my supermarket.  I almost bought mums to use instead of the astrolomerias, so that is a great option too, as are stargazer lilies.  Re-use a container, vase, or basket that you already have.  The shallower the vase or container the better because this is a low height arrangement.  You will also need scotch tape and scissors.

Centerpiece Supplies

Step 1: Use scotch tape to make a grid on top of the vase/container opening.  Use three strips horizontally and cross it with two or  three strips vertically. This will help to hold your flowers in place.  If you want, use a flower sponge at the bottom of the vase.  I just lined my containers with foil to make them waterproof.

Taped Up Containers

Step 2: Trim your flowers.  Hold up the flowers and make them about 1 1/2 inch – 2 inches taller than the container.

Measure the Flowers to the Vase

Trim All the Flowers to the Same Height

Step 3: Begin arranging the flowers by placing them within the grid.  Move everything around until the flowers are the way you want them.

Begin Arrainging the Flowers Within the Grid

Alternate Putting in the Sunflowers, Alstroemerias, and Maple Leaves

Step 4: After you have put together all of your flowers and leaves, add some other embellishments if you have them.  I picked up these great autumnal decorations from Jo-Ann Fabrics.  They add a little bit more dimension and fill up the arrangement. Tie a bright red ribbon if you have it around the container or basket.

Closeup of Centerpiece

Step 5: Enjoy your beautiful flower arrangement! It is a quick and cheap way to decorate your home for the season! Other plus, these types of flowers will last for at least a week without wilting.

Use Your Centerpiece to Decorate Your Table

xxx,

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