I follow the code of “use what you have” whenever possible. If you have a
need, look around the house or yard, and see what you already have. Of course
it is fun to buy “new stuff”, which I do, but it is also satisfying to take a look at what
you already have, and put it to use.
Fall foliage arrangements fall into this category – take a look at your garden, and see what might make a good fall arrangement. You might use colored leaves, branches with berries or seed pods, dried grasses, herbs, cones. With a little imagination, plant material, an attractive vase, and floral wire or tape, you can assemble an attractive arrangement.
I had fun coming up with fall arrangements using plant material from my own yard – red Toyon berries, green ivy berries, hydrangea and maple leaves, and some green, glossy leaves. I'm ready to bring the outdoors inside, just in time for Thanksgiving.
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| Fall foliage cut from the yard. |
Fall foliage arrangements fall into this category – take a look at your garden, and see what might make a good fall arrangement. You might use colored leaves, branches with berries or seed pods, dried grasses, herbs, cones. With a little imagination, plant material, an attractive vase, and floral wire or tape, you can assemble an attractive arrangement.
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| Dip the fall foliage in water to remove dust and insects, and place in a bucket of water to keep fresh. |
I had fun coming up with fall arrangements using plant material from my own yard – red Toyon berries, green ivy berries, hydrangea and maple leaves, and some green, glossy leaves. I'm ready to bring the outdoors inside, just in time for Thanksgiving.
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| Variations on a theme - four different arrangements. |
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