Easy Cornucopia Update the classic cornucopia with wrapping paper that has old world map design. Fold a sheet of wrapping paper in half and twist into a simple cone. Secure with tape. Fill with shredded paper, dried corn, and a few apples.
Bittersweet Wreath
A sure sign of fall, are the bright orange berries and tendrils of bittersweet. Tame this wild vine by bending it into a circular shape or attach it to another vine wreath, then add a cluster of gourds.
How to make a Pumpkin Topiary
Supplies needed: bag of concrete, terra-cotta pot, small block of wood, metal rebar.
1. Drill a pilot hole in the block of wood a little smaller than the diameter of the rebar. ( A small piece of 4x4 works great) 2. Using a hammer, tap a 2 1/2 foot long piece of rebar into the block of wood until secure. 3. Se the wood in the bowl shaped terra-cotta container covering the drain. The rebar and the wood should be centered in the bowl. 4. Pour dry cement around the wooden block 3 to 4 inches deep for a heavy base. 5. Fill the bowl with water and let the concrete set for 24 hours. 6. Select three pumpkins. Drill small holes in the bottoms and tops of the first two pumpkins and slide them onto the rebar. Drill a small hole in the bottom of the third pumpkin to cap the arrangement. 7. Use pinecones as spacers if your rebar is taller than your pumpkins. 8. Leaves make a nice cover for the concrete base. Bitter sweet or similarly colored branches wrapped around the arrangement add a nice decorative touch.