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30 Elegant Fall Centerpieces to Elevate Your Table and Holiday Decor

Simple DIY floral arrangements and pumpkin garlands are a few ideas to upgrade your dining room table.

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Brian Woodcock

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When you think of fall, cozy (yet healthy) weekend meals and fall-themed cocktails that'll spruce up any dreary autumn day might come to mind. And when it comes to hosting gatherings and parties with your family and friends for Thanksgiving dinner (or just to celebrate a new season), you can't miss out on dressing up your table with Thanksgiving centerpieces. If you're searching for more seasonal focal points, we're sharing fall centerpieces that you can easily DIY on your own or even with a group.

Arranging a fall centerpiece to match your DIY fall decor doesn't have to be a stressful or time-consuming experience. Our roundup includes simple options that require minimal materials, such as fruit centerpieces and dried wheat arrangements. We have mini moss gardens, painted pumpkins and a three-tiered pumpkin stand (and if you don't like the mess that comes with painting or carving, these no-carve ideas will turn your gourds into something cute, scary or funny).

So if you're looking to entertain guests in your dining room, browse through these decor ideas that'll make your tablescape stand out. And for more DIY suggestions (especially for the holidays), check out these Thanksgiving crafts for adults that'll double as fall decorations. Not to mention these chic yet spooky Halloween table settings and centerpieces.

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Fruit Centerpieces

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WENDELL T. WEBBER

Gather apples, peaches, oranges and more of your favorite fruits to use as your table's focal point. Display them in clear glass vases and wrap them in colorful ribbon for an extra festive look.

SHOP GLASS JARS

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Confetti Pumpkins Centerpiece

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Studio DIY

This blogger used confetti, Mod Podge, a paint brush and spray paint to decorate her mini pumpkins. To recreate the look, use different colors for the design, then arrange them horizontally on your table (or stack them on top of each other to save space).

Get the tutorial at Studio DIY »

SHOP CONFETTI

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3

Mandarin Tower Table Centerpiece

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A Beautiful Mess

Not only is this project super simple to do on your own, but it's also incredibly eye-catching and edible. The tower was made with styrofoam cones and foil, while kale was used as the greenery on the exterior.

Get the tutorial at A Beautiful Mess »

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Antique Fall Centerpiece

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WENDELL T. WEBBER

Make a collection of antique vases a focal point by filling them with artificial acorn branches and pip berry stems.

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Fall Leaf Candle Decor

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WENDELL T. WEBBER

Place tea lights on small plates and add multiple sets along the center of your table. Lay artificial fall-colored leaves on the plates' edges for a pop of color.

SHOP FAUX MAPLE LEAVES

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Mini Moss Garden

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ANDREW MCCAUL

Bring nature indoors with a mini garden that sits atop your glass fruit or cake tray. Add earthy elements, such as smooth or rough rocks, and include small blooms for a splash of color.

SHOP ARTIFICIAL MOSS

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Dried Wheat Centerpiece

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Michael Partenio

Dried floral arrangements make great table decor — not only for their ability to be used for longer periods of time, but because they're just as beautiful as real ones. Use dried wheat sheaves, tie them together with a ribbon and place them in a clear glass vase. Weave in a base full of nuts and greenery to give it a holiday-themed appeal.

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Pumpkin Gooseberries Centerpiece

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Michael Partenio

For this craft, start by poking holes into your pumpkins. Use a range of sizes and huddle them together in the center of the dining table. Stick gooseberry branches inside the holes, making sure they twirl or bend to your desired length. Orange Chinese lantern stems are also fall-themed.

SHOP BERRY STEMS

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Mandarines, Nuts and Berries Candle Mix Decor

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Kate Mathis

Fill a wide glass jar with peanuts, pecans, almonds, mandarins and berries (real or faux). Then place your votive candle on top inside the jar. The berries and mandarins are a fresh touch, while the nuts bring an earthy tone to the decor.

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Leaf and Pumpkin Garland Centerpiece

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Michael Partenio

Use a mix of faux and real pumpkins as your centerpiece (consider including some squash too). Lay a leaf garland underneath, weaving them through the spaces between the fruits.

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Leaf-Painted Pumpkins

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Michael Partenio

Painting pumpkins is a fun fall activity for those of all ages. To recreate this design, spray paint your pumpkin white. Trace leaves onto the fruit and outline them with paint, before adding color to the inside.

RELATED: Eye-Catching Painted Pumpkins That Will Make a Statement This Halloween

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Three-Tiered Pumpkin Stand

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Susan Gentry McWhinney

For this creative DIY centerpiece, you'll need three serving trays (of different sizes). Use pumpkins as your stand, with the larger one at the bottom, medium in the middle and small on top. Then display the party treats on the trays for guests to admire and pick.

SHOP TRAY

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13

Fall Mason Jars Centerpiece

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Crafts by Amanda

These painted fall mason jars will blend right in with any farmhouse decor setup. This blogger painted the mason jars with chalk paint, wrapped burlap pieces around them and used hot glue to keep them together. The florals completed the display, making this a vibrant and beginner-friendly Thanksgiving dinner craft idea.

Get the tutorial at Crafts by Amanda »

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14

Adaptable Pattern

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Chrissy Horton; designed by Horton Lane

Take it from blogger Chrissy Horton — gingham and woven placemats can easily work year-round. Just swap out the flowers to stick to an autumnal theme.

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Layers of Neutrals

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Erin Gates; designed by Erin Gates

Leave it to designer Erin Gates to prove that a neutral palette is far from boring. Here, a seamless blend of beige and rich browns creates a sophisticated table.

RELATED: Creative Thanksgiving Table Setting Ideas to Dine in Style

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Floral Painted Pumpkin

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Brian Woodcock

If you're obsessed with interior design, this chinoiserie painted pumpkin idea is for you. To amp up the look, pair the centerpiece with dishware of the same style.

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Pumpkin Votives

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James Baigre

Fill your fall dinner table with a festive display of white votives set on top of mini pumpkins. Let a table runner, boasting a mix of orange hues, act as the finishing touch.

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Fall Leaves

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Eric Piasecki / OTTO

For a striking, nature-inspired look, set tall orange leaf branches in a glass jug-style vase. Ditch the tablecloth to ensure that your fall centerpiece really stands out.

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Bloom-Free Bouquet

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Alyssa Rosenheck

Leave it to stylist and interiors photographer Alyssa Rosenheck to make filler look just as good as flowers. Recreate the unexpected yet chic arrangement with simple Israeli ruscus.

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Outdoor Dining

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Mike Garten

Bring the inviting feel of your indoor dining table straight to the outdoors. To finish your table, flank a tall arrangement of foliage with lanterns. Add pillows and patterned throw blankets on seating to create a cozy atmosphere.

RELATED: Best Outdoor Dinnerware Sets That Are Virtually Unbreakable

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Monique Valeris
Home Design Director

Monique Valeris is the home design director for Good Housekeeping, where she oversees the brand's home decorating coverage across print and digital. Prior to joining GH in 2020, she was the digital editor at Elle Decor. In her current role, she explores everything from design trends and home tours to lifestyle product recommendations, including writing her monthly column, "What's in My Cart."

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Mariah Thomas
Assistant Editor

Mariah Thomas (she/her) is an assistant editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers home and lifestyle content. Mariah has more than four years of editorial experience, having written for TLC, Apartment Therapy, Women's Health and Avocado Magazine. She received her master's degree in journalism at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism and published her first book, Heart and Soul: Poems of Thoughts and Emotions, in 2019. She's also the founder of RTF Community, a platform for creatives of color to connect, learn and showcase their work. 

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