Centerpieces

A branch centerpiece can give a table a dramatic, modern look. Branch centerpieces are durable--they won't easily wilt, like floral arrangements. They are also an excellent budget choice,...

Hydrangeas as a popular flowering bush throughout the United States. A cut hydrangea bloom can last several weeks if kept in water. In tropical weather, or when hydrangeas are out of season, the...

While searching for something unique and eye-catching for a dining table centerpiece, look no further than your fruit and vegetable crisper. Use apples, squash, small pumpkins, eggplants or pears...

Planning a formal dinner or reception for a wedding, usually requires some form of table decor. Consider homemade centerpieces for each table if you are planning a wedding reception. If your color...

If you want to create an interesting centerpiece for your next event, consider make edible flower bouquets out of fruit. Companies sell these bouquets at high prices, but you can make your own...

A stunning centerpiece makes people gasp as soon as they enter the room. Instead of placing a bouquet of flowers that is below eye level, take advantage of height space by using a taller vase...

You don't have to be a skilled ice craftsman to create a beautiful ice centerpiece for wine. With a few household supplies and some decorative items (pine cones for this particular project), you...

If you're planning a spring wedding and want to feature all that spring has to offer in your décor, you'll need spring-themed centerpieces for your tables. You could, of course, purchase a...

Planning a celebration event is stressful, let alone planning an eco-friendly, or "green" celebration. If you are planning to have centerpieces at the tables, you'll need to know how to apply the...

Decorating for special events can be fun. Coming up with themes, choosing colors and putting the whole look together to create that magical evening or afternoon that people will talk about for...

A centerpiece often serves as a conversation piece for those attending the party when they sit to eat, so the more interesting the better. Giving a centerpiece more depth than simply putting...

Candy vases make for festive and tasty centerpieces. You can make your own candy vase in less than one hour, and have it ready for the party before anyone arrives. The vases allow you to be...

Do you love summer vacations at the beach. Walking in the sand, lounging in the sun, gathering sea shells and building sand castles with the kids? Want to bring that feeling home with you? Here's...

Want to try something different for your gift card holders this year? Short on ideas for party favors that say more than, “This is a box of candy.”? Need original place cards for your holiday...

First made popular by Martha Stewart Wedding's, these tissue paper pom-poms soon became one of the most popular decorations on a budget. Brides and party hostesses looking to save some money, yet...

Decorating a rectangular cafeteria style table can be a difficult feat because of its unwieldiness and strict shape. Without any coverings, the table looks institutionalized and can make people...

A fountain is a great centerpiece for a party, and making your own allows you to design one that will be the highlight of your event. Creating a fountain of punch or other beverage adds a level of...

Whether you want a small, inexpensive gift for those last minute people on your holiday shopping list, a gift for a hostess, or you need something to light up your holiday table, here is a quick...

I made these adorable and festive pinecone placecard holders in just a few minutes. They are easy to do, so cute, and very inexpensive. Everyone at the event loved them - so many people asked me...

You’ve sent out the invitations and now it is time to prepare to host your formal dinner party. The menu is set, the tablecloth is pressed, and the center piece adorns the table. This is a special...

Your family room is a place where your family should be able to comfortably play, entertain, talk, and gather. If you have a large family but limited space, a sectional sofa may be the best choice...

Crystals and glass beads can be used in many ways to create beautiful decorative landscapes for your table. The key to making a crystal-decorated table shine is lots and lots of candles. For your...

Red, white and blue are patriotic colors and appropriate to adorn the table of a political event. Carnations are traditional American flowers used for many occasions because of their full blooms...

Photos are not your typical centerpiece items, so they must fit the theme of your party or event or they might seem out of place. Types of events where photo centerpieces would be appropriate...

Whether you are celebrating a baby shower, a wedding or a bridal shower, centerpieces are an important part of the decorating process. You can do a lot of different centerpieces, but a tiered...

A floral foam wreath will keep flowers fresh for a week and can be hung on a garden gate or laid on a table as a centerpiece. A pillar candle, a taper, several votive candles or a candelabra can...

Presenting fruit kabobs in a creative way can take your kabobs from average to impressive. Kabobs can be arranged in a vase or basket like flowers, inserted into pineapple or melon for a...

Draw the focus to the center of the table with a seasonal autumn centerpiece. Cast a glow across the table with ambient candlelight or creatively carved Jack-o-Lanterns. Showcase the bounteous...

Centerpieces are an easy way to add to any party theme. You can purchase them at party supply stores or order them from a florist, but these options will cost you. You can cut the cost of your...

You worked hard finishing your beautiful floral centerpieces. Now you are faced with the task of getting them from Point A to Point B without the back of your vehicle looking like it was hit by a...

Daylilies are gorgeous flowers not often used in floral arrangements because of their reputation for being hard to work with. However, there is a way to condition daylilies so they will last...

Winter parties, weddings and celebrations call for great food, delicious libations and plenty of candles. Chances are, some will call for winter wonderland centerpieces fashioned to adorn the...

Throwing a party or celebration may come down to the presentation. If you're serving cupcakes instead of a cake, you can create your own cupcake display. Not only will it present your cupcakes in...

Edible cantaloupe and watermelon centerpieces add gorgeous and delicious touches to any table setting. Fanciful effects can be accomplished by using proper tools and techniques to carve and shape...

When you create a sculpted fruit centerpiece for your dining room table, you are making both a colorful eye-catching center of attention and a delicious addition to your party menu. Without a lot...

If you would like to have a table centerpiece with a beach theme for a party, reception or just to have for your home décor, here is an idea for a candle centerpiece that sets nicely in a...

The myth---that florists shove bunches of flowers into vases, then bill out pricey arrangements with little effort---couldn't be further from the truth. In fact, floral designers are experts at...

Arranging a party is time-consuming, and there are many details to be considered. Creating a theme centerpiece can be fun and should not take up a lot of time. Inexpensive centerpieces can be made...

Edible bouquets make great centerpieces and decor for parties as they are attractive and can be eaten. There are companies that design and make these; however, they are usually quite expensive....

Bouquets make a wonderful gift or centerpiece for a table setting. While bouquets are traditionally made from flowers, an edible treat is a welcomed and unexpected bouquet for any party or table...

You're hosting a party and the invitations have gone out. The bad news is that many tasks required for the affair can't be accomplished until a few days beforehand so your main job will be...

For an Asian table theme, use dramatic colors, beautiful floral arrangements and delicate lighting. From a simple cherry blossom to a complex water fountain, floating candles to a Zen rock garden,...

Are you hosting a party and need a unique idea for a centerpiece? Using fruit slices is a creative way to add bold colors and a beautiful scent to a centerpiece for any occasion!

For a special event, few things are as eye-catching as ice sculptures set on the buffet or featured as the table centerpiece. These sculptures have prices that vary according to size and...

Turn an empty square orange juice or fruit juice container into a bright, cheery, delightful breakfast table centerpiece with a pair of scissors, some stones or rocks, and a beautiful fresh...

All-white parties have become the fashionable rage for their classy and sophisticated ambiance. While there are plenty of pitfalls, hosting this type of party will showcase your creative side....

Butterflies are popular additions to centerpieces for parties, holiday gatherings and receptions. Part of the popularity of butterflies lies in the symbolism that is connected to them. A butterfly...

From delicate white Shasta daisies to bold orange and pink Gerbera daisies, these flowers can meet most of your table décor needs. Daisies are available in a range of sizes and colors. Use...