When the days grow shorter and the leaves start to change color, it is a sure sign that Fall is approaching. Fall is a very festive time of year with holidays like Halloween and Thanksgiving on the docket - it also provides some fun opportunities for festive decorations. Below you will find tips for five simple festive fall decoration projects.
  1. Candy Corn Candle Holders - For many people, Halloween is simply an excuse to eat candy corn. If you love this sugary treat, why not turn it into a festive fall decoration project? Head to your local craft store or check your cupboard for some clear glass containers - large jars, vases, any glass container with an open top. Use a dot of hot glue to affix one of your favorite candles to the bottom of the container then fill the container halfway with candy corn. You can add an extra touch by wrapping a fall-colored ribbon around the outside of the candle holder.
  2. Gourmet Gourd Vases - When shopping for your pumpkins to make jack-o-lanterns, don't forget to pick up a few extra gourds or squashes for this fun fall project. Pick out a few of your favorite gourds or squashes (ideally ones that have a flat enough base to stand upright) and cut off the tops. Use a knife or a large spoon to scoop out the seeds, emptying out the inside of the gourd. Then, take a few of your favorite silk flowers and arrange them in the vases. You now have a festive fall centerpiece!
  3. Indian Corn Garland - If you love hanging fall decorations from your doorways or outdoors along your fence, this Indian corn garland is a great craft idea for you. Simply take a length of thin rope or heavy-duty craft string and glue or tie ears of dried Indian corn at even intervals along the length. Between the ears of corn, you can add bows made from ribbon, silk flowers, or other festive fall touches.
  4. Corn Husk Votive Holders - Dried corn husks are a versatile craft material that, in this project, gives plain old votive holders a holiday glow. Gently dampen the corn husks until they are malleable then wrap them around some glass votive holders. You can glue them in place or simple tie some festive fall ribbon around the top to give them an unfinished look. You can add some extra touches like pine cones, feathers, or fall berries.
  5. Mini Gourd Wreath - If you use a little creativity, you can make a wreath out of just about anything. For this project, take a bunch of long, thin sticks and bend them into a circle - you can use fishing line or string to tie them in place. Then, take an assortment of mini gourds and hot glue them around the outside of the ring. You can add some fall-colored silk flowers or some nice ribbon to add the finishing touches then hang it on your door for the world to see.
These are just a few of the many festive fall projects that await you. Do not be afraid to get creative with your favorite fall craft supplies like mini pumpkins, pressed leaves, dried gourds, sticks, and more. With a little imagination you can create some truly beautiful and festive fall decorations.

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