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Five stunning centrepiece ideas with gourds

Amp up your autumn decor with cool and colouful gourds. They make great table centrepieces for a fall dinner party — and they're so easy to work with! Here are five ways to do it
By Janet Ho
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Amp up your autumn decor with cool and colouful gourds. They make great table centrepieces for a fall dinner party — and they're so easy to work with! Here are five ways to do it:

1. Go metallic

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A simple idea with stunning results. All you need is metallic paint and a variety of different shaped gourds to create this modern display.

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Five stunning centrepiece ideas with gourds  

2. Match with a table runner

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Complement your table runner with similarly coloured gourds. Then add adornments, like candles, to complete the look.

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Five stunning centrepiece ideas with gourds  

3. Personalized plates

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Create fun name tags and tie each one with twine to the stem of the gourd. Then layer a colourful napkin between each plate and personalized gourd. Cozy table decor, instantly!

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Five stunning centrepiece ideas with gourds  

4. Cool craft

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Feeling crafty? Practice your carving skills with a butternut squash and turn this simple fruit into a floral centrepiece. Here are the instructions.

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Five stunning centrepiece ideas with gourds  

5. Use a tray

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With just a few items, you can create a pretty centrepiece in minutes. All you need is a tray and a few autumn-inspired picks. Tip: Backyard pine cones make great — and cheap — display pieces.

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