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Arrange an Easy Thanksgiving Centerpiece with a Pumpkin, Flowers and Gourds

By Donna Pilato, About.com

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Donna Pilato
This lovely centerpiece brings together the symbols of autumn in an arrangement that glows like a perfect fall day. You can use this on your Thanksgiving table or any special occasion in the fall. You will need:
  • short glass tumbler
  • 1 small pumpkin with top cut off to fit glass tumbler and insides scooped out
  • 6 - 8 small gourds
  • a handful of fall leaves
  • 1 dozen flowers in complementary fall colors (mums used in this arrangement)
  • 1 cup cranberries
  • shallow glass bowl

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