Don't toss those uncarved gourds just yet! Keep the festivities going by gathering them together and adding corn cobs for a festive Thanksgiving display. These corn cobs were on my cornstalks from Halloween which was an extra bonus.
Or...add some succulents. This nifty project my mom just finished and I think it's fantastic. She hot glued some clippings directly to the pumpkin. The succulents will grow through the skin of the pumpkin and as the pumpkin decomposes, it provides nutrients the plants. The more deformed the pumpkin the better, tucking the clippings into their twists and turns. What a great Thanksgiving table centerpiece option. Can't wait to try this myself.
Antler Shed Wreath - I'm actually not much of a wreath person but I do adore how they can mark the passing of a year through the holidays. I took my antlers (eBay) and feathers (craft store/found) from my haunt set up and picked up this grapevine wreath at Joann Fabrics ($6.99 minus a 60% off regular price coupon). A silver cuff bracelet adds a nice touch of metal along with some rusted bell stems I found on 70% clearance last year. Moose ribbon a result of years of hoarding gift wrap ribbon to the point of embarrassment.
Pumpkin Bush into Turkey Topiary - My first year doing these so need to tweak but I'm already all about these silly and amazing turkey topiaries. Left the pumpkin bush part as is and added a shepherd's hook, old trellis and some tomato cages.
Above the Cabinets - The antler candle holders were a Christmas purchase that goes from Halloween, to Thanksgiving and right into Christmas. Owls transition from "Boo" back to "Who" when nestled among the fall harvest. My mother was amazing at marking the year through the holidays with window & door decals and decorations. Bringing the cheer to the space above the cabinets is my way of carrying the tradition on.
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| From Halloween spooky... |
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| To Thanksgiving toasty. |
