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Making a hanging centerpiece for an outdoor Thanksgiving.

November 19, 2012 28 Comments

I love Thanksgiving.  We host the dinner at our house, and I love having friends and family around.
The more, the merrier is our motto so we need a big space for dinner.  We set the dining room up as the buffet and everyone eats out on our patio.  (Fortunately, Southern California weather usually allows us to do this.)  I love to do something big and spectacular as far as centerpieces and tablescapes go.

I do my best to create an outdoor room, and to change it up a bit each year.  A few years ago I told Handsome Hubby that I wanted a hanging centerpiece… basically a floating shelf.  This is what he made for me, and it was pretty much what I had pictured in my head.  (I love it when that happens.)

I love the rusticity of the wood and the rope when paired with the shimmer of the candlelight and the ribbon.  Everything else?  Clippings from the hedges and trees in our yard and pine cones gathered on a hike.  Practically free.  Yay.  (Then a simple runner of tulle, candles and fresh pears.  Simple is good.)

It was very easy to make.

You can use whatever size board you want.  The base of this is about 18 inches wide by 7 feet long.  I can’t remember if this was built to specific measurements I gave HH, or if this is what he had on hand.  Either way… Once the base is cut, frame it out with 1 x 2 and then add a bit of decorative trim.  Stain it or paint it.  (Or don’t.  It’s up to you.)  Put an eye hook in each corner for hanging.  We added them in the middle for added stability because it was so long.

It looked very pretty at night too.  (Forgive the blurry shots.  These photos are from 2007.)

I’m going to use this again this Thanksgiving and incorporate these green, blinged out pumpkins.

I’ll show you how it turned out later this week.

 

Filed Under: Autumn, candles, Centerpiece, cheap and easy, Crafts, decor, Entertaining, Fall, floral design, giveaway, Holidays, project du jour, Pumpkins, Tables & Decor, Thanksgiving, traditions, UseWhatchaGot

Comments

  1. Leshia @ Southern Chic Love says

    November 19, 2012 at 2:20 PM

    My utility room is definitely the room that needs the makeover.

    Reply
  2. Jessica says

    November 19, 2012 at 2:36 PM

    the bathroom

    Reply
  3. jennysfriend says

    November 19, 2012 at 4:55 PM

    My garage needs some major organizing and tidy up!

    Reply
  4. Destiny says

    November 19, 2012 at 5:23 PM

    My bedroom! It hasn’t had anything done to it in the ten years I’ve lived here!

    Reply
  5. At The Picket Fence says

    November 19, 2012 at 10:56 PM

    That hanging centerpiece is gorgeous Vivienne!!! You always come up with the most creative ideas. 🙂 Our garage could use a makeover for sure and I’m seriously over my green carpet. LOL!
    Vanessa

    Reply
  6. Lisa Nelsen-Woods says

    November 20, 2012 at 12:18 AM

    My living room. I need more seating because the family won’t visit!

    Reply
  7. Amy Anderson says

    November 20, 2012 at 1:17 AM

    Um, my kitchen area which is going to be a craft area – when the boxes are gone . .

    Reply
  8. Steph @ The Silly Pearl says

    November 20, 2012 at 1:21 AM

    Living Room!

    Reply
  9. Gina @ MoneywiseMoms says

    November 20, 2012 at 2:02 AM

    My living room

    Reply
  10. Leslie Stewart says

    November 20, 2012 at 2:06 AM

    This is absolutely gorgeous! You did a wonderful job! Have a Happy Thanksgiving!
    Leslie
    houseontheway@gmail.com

    Reply
  11. Heather - Dollarstorecrafts.com says

    November 20, 2012 at 3:03 AM

    Floating centerpiece = EPIC GENIUS!!

    Reply
  12. Mary Beth says

    November 20, 2012 at 4:35 AM

    The bedroom of my 2 youngest son’s definitely needs a makeover!

    Reply
  13. Amanda @ Serenity Now says

    November 20, 2012 at 1:55 PM

    Our upstairs bathroom needs a complete overhaul! Great Giveaway, and I love the hanging shelf. 🙂

    Reply
  14. Laura says

    November 20, 2012 at 11:17 PM

    Well, my kitchen is in sad shape, but it’s not the only room that needs help! 🙂 The living room, the bathroom upstairs, the dining room…

    Reply
  15. Angie CountryChicCottage says

    November 21, 2012 at 3:06 PM

    This looks great Viv! 🙂 My entire house could use something… 😉

    Reply
  16. Anna says

    November 22, 2012 at 8:47 AM

    my main living room could definitely use a makeover. I started with browns and neutrals for the big pieces of furniture, but I don’t know where to go next!

    Reply
  17. Leshia @ Southern Chic Love says

    November 24, 2012 at 4:02 PM

    utility room

    Reply
  18. Heidi @ Moms Crafty Space says

    November 24, 2012 at 11:00 PM

    My family room is in desperate need of a makeover…it’s top on the project list for 2013!

    Reply
  19. Angie B. says

    November 25, 2012 at 8:54 PM

    Oh my a lot of rooms do but I’d like to see my bathroom get a makeover first

    Reply
  20. J's mom says

    November 25, 2012 at 8:55 PM

    I love that hanging center piece. & also love living in Southern California with the warm weather for Thanksgiving. We also end up eating outside a lot this time of year.

    Reply
  21. Holly Lefevre (504 Main) says

    November 25, 2012 at 8:59 PM

    Viv! OH MY GOSH! You outdid yourself. This outdoor room is positively magazine worthy! I am beyond impressed! And I love Ace Hardware!

    Reply
  22. Literary Winner says

    November 25, 2012 at 8:59 PM

    Definitely our kitchen!

    maggie at literary winner dot com

    Reply
  23. Lisa @ akawest says

    November 25, 2012 at 9:01 PM

    My living room is in desperate need of a makeover.

    Reply
  24. Lisa says

    November 25, 2012 at 10:05 PM

    Your centerpiece is gorgeous!! I need help organizing our spare bedroom/my dressing room/closet. We love Ace!

    Reply
  25. 1porkchop says

    November 25, 2012 at 11:53 PM

    My kitchen is in most need. Too many knife nicks in the linoleum.

    Reply
  26. Unknown says

    November 26, 2012 at 2:04 AM

    My bathroom is so ugly it is in dire need of help s.tudyingforensix@gmail.com

    Reply
  27. dispatcher_kristy says

    November 26, 2012 at 2:17 AM

    my living room needs a major upgrade

    Reply
  28. Unknown says

    November 26, 2012 at 3:09 AM

    my bathroom really need a makeover

    Reply

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