 Typically, rectangular tables tend to be long and narrow. Once again, let the lines of the table dictate the shape of flower displays. Slater recommends a "loose" arrangement of gourds, flowers and candles that can be rearranged when necessary.
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Materials:
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- Sharp pointed knife
- Pointed vegetable peeler
- Decorative gourds
- Fall Color Flowers - Alstromeria, Chrysanthemums, Roses
- 1 or 2 stems of fall foliage as accent
- Water tubes (water tubes are available wherever you buy your flowers or at craft stores)
- Floral preservative and clippers
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| Directions:
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Step 1 - With the pointed knife, make a small slit on the top of the gourd. With the pointed vegetable peeler, make a deep hole for the water tube.
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Step 2 - Fill the water tube with water and replace the plastic cap back on the tube. Insert the water tube into the gourd. (Cut a slit in the cap if more room is needed to insert the flower).
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Step 3 - Cut the flowers at varying heights. One "vase" may hold a couple of tall flowers, while another may hold just a single bloom cut extremely short. The flowers are inserted into the water tubes in each gourd vase. Arrange the "vases" as a group and scatter a few fall leaves on the table for accent.
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Step 4 - For additional sparkle, use the same technique and insert votive candles into the gourds. Alternate with gourds and flower vases for a dramatic look.
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