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Since my wedding anniversary is coming up I thought I'd show you these.
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They (along with a ring of flowers at the base) were the centerpieces at my wedding reception.
I had the florist do a fresh flowers but I carved all the pumpkins.
I couldn't have been happier with the results. One thing I'll always remember is the way the tables glowed each with a different jack-o-lantern.
Back when I was engaged, in full wedding planning mode, and I told people (including by husband-to-be) that I was going to make all the centerpieces. Furthermore that they were all going to be these carved pumpkins... they looked at me like I was crazy. But it didn't scare all that much.. I'm used to that look (I know you other crafty-people out there know the look I'm talking about- you get it too I bet.)
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Carving an intricate design might take some time but I think it's worth it because they'll last and last. Each year when these get pulled out I'm so happy that I have this memento from our wedding. And since we had so many we were able to give some to both of our moms- which they liked.
Those are gorgeous! Such a unique idea for a centerpiece, and you get to re-use. :)
ReplyDeleteReally neat! It must've been so beautiful! I have always wanted to try these...will do so now!
ReplyDeleteThanks Natalie and Jane. They were really worth the time it took to carve them- and I love that I get to reuse them.
ReplyDeleteJane- I'd love to see pictures. I hope you post them if you carve some.
Such a neat momento from your wedding!
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