Here’s a twist on the Cornucopia for your Thanksgiving table. An edible centerpiece which is simply a display fruit and nuts in a large bowl as your symbol of abundance and plentiful harvest this year. It can also double as a dessert option for those who are watching what they eat.
Materials
- Large bowl – I used an antique wooden bowl but a ceramic or silver bowl would work great too
- Fruits and nuts in various colors and sizes
- Floral foam block
- Floral picks
The Process
I started by covering the bowl with some plastic wrap to protect both the bowl and the fruit. Then I added a piece of floral foam. I left the plastic on it to for protection but that isn’t really necessary.
Next I inserted some floral picks into some of the fruit and then inserted them into the floral foam on an angle.
Then I placed some of the smaller fruit and nuts around the floral foam base and arranged the rest of the fruit on top. I finished by laying a bunch of grapes on top and tucking the nuts in here or there.
It looks great on the table and is easily removed for dinner but don’t forget to bring it back after, along with a nut cracker, for everyone to enjoy.
Erin Kennedy says
November 20, 2014 at 9:33 pmWow! I never thought of dong edible before, but it is so elegant and then you can eat it! Great!
Susan Mahlburg says
November 20, 2014 at 2:50 pmSuch a great idea! I love mixing form & function!!
Aisha LC says
November 20, 2014 at 2:42 pmFun! What a great and easy idea! 🙂
Jen @ The Halfway Homemaker says
November 20, 2014 at 6:13 amWhat an elegant centerpiece. I love it
Caroline says
November 19, 2014 at 1:58 pmThis is a really great idea! Looks good and can be eaten, really practical!
Jessica Doll says
November 19, 2014 at 12:32 pmThis looks so good together, and delicious too! 🙂
Michelle says
November 18, 2014 at 5:29 pmI love how you showed each step! I’ve seen these on Pinterest and wondered how they were done!
Amanda {Planning It All} says
November 18, 2014 at 4:50 pmGreat idea! I’ve always hesitated putting out a Thanksgiving centerpiece because there’s no room on the table, but an edible one solves that problem!
Danielle K says
November 18, 2014 at 3:33 pmThis is such a neat and creative idea. Would look so nice on our Thanksgiving table.
Alana (@ I have a Future and a Hope) says
November 18, 2014 at 1:24 pmSuch a simple and beautiful idea. I love the nuts with the fruit. I tend to separate the two, but now there is no need. Very pretty.
Kristine @ Big Dreams, Shallow Pockets says
November 18, 2014 at 1:19 pmI love this idea! It looks great and it looks yummy! 🙂 Definitely wouldn’t have thought about using the foam block but that is pretty genius.
Erin says
November 18, 2014 at 11:10 amI love the idea of edible centerpieces!