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You all know how much I love a pretty tablescape; they are one of my favorite decorating things to do! \u00a0<\/strong>Usually, the first thing I consider for my tablescape is the centerpiece. \u00a0Sometimes, a simple jar or pitcher of flowers is all you need. \u00a0But when a DIY table centerpiece can fit the bill, I’m all for that too! \u00a0I love creating pieces that can be used over and over.<\/p>\n We recently did a DIY table centerpiece for our niece’s wedding and I loved how it turned out! \u00a0<\/strong>Even though you may not be wedding planning, this centerpiece idea could be used for so many seasons and events. \u00a0Best of all, you can easily tweak the dimensions to make it work best for YOUR home!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro Text” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Before we dive into the “how to”, let’s chat about what makes a great table centerpiece, ideas for things to use, and some tips for even deciding on a centerpiece!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”How to Choose a Centerpiece” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n There is a ton of room for personal preference and I actually love that a centerpiece is a great opportunity to express your design style! \u00a0Whether creating an everyday centerpiece that remains on your table for the whole season or switching it up for a special tablescape, centerpieces can be a lot of fun and can be as simple or extravagant as you want to make them!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Size and scale” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n When I start to think about a centerpiece, I first thing of size and scale. \u00a0While simple centerpieces are beautiful, I like to make sure that every guest at the table has a “centerpiece”, so to speak. \u00a0Instead of one jar of flowers, I like to use three jars and spread them down the table. \u00a0Or instead of one grouping of candles, I may scatter a few groupings of candles and candlesticks down the length of my table.<\/p>\n Always keep in mind the amount of space you’ll have once your place settings have been set. \u00a0If you’re uncertain, try putting your place settings down first and then plan your centerpiece.<\/strong> \u00a0When I am setting the table, I almost always start with my place settings for that very reason!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/DIY-Centerpiece-3-scaled.jpg” title_text=”DIY Centerpiece (3)” admin_label=”IMG” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Size and scale” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Whether creating a DIY table centerpiece or using decor that you already have, you’ll want to consider height. \u00a0If I am creating a tablescape for an event, I like to make sure that guests have a decent line of sight to the guests near them. \u00a0There are a lot of different opinions about that and rightfully so, as there are varying scenarios. \u00a0For example, if I’m doing a round tablescape, I am not terribly concerned if everyone has a pure line of sight all the way across a large, round table.<\/strong> \u00a0They aren’t really going to be chatting with someone six feet across the table! \u00a0Again, this is a lot of personal preference, so just consider your guests.<\/p>\n If I am creating a centerpiece that is going to stay on my table for a particular season, I don’t worry about height at all. \u00a0I like to create pieces that can be easily moved down if we are having a family dinner. \u00a0For those everyday centerpieces, I tend to go large and make them statement pieces for the dining room!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Things to use for centerpieces” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Here is a list of my go-to centerpiece items. \u00a0Since I love creating tablescapes, I always keep an eye out for interesting things that could make unique centerpieces or even items that I can turn into a DIY table centerpiece!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Things to use for centerpieces” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Why a DIY” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Why a DIY?<\/em><\/p>\n If you’re still needing something unique, like we did for our niece’s wedding, you may want to consider a DIY table centerpiece! \u00a0For the bridal table (which was about 18 feet long!), we needed something very long. \u00a0However, we didn’t want to hide the bride and groom for their reception! \u00a0So we needed a centerpiece that would be short enough that they could still see and be seen.<\/p>\n To go along with the rustic chic style of the reception, we opted for a simple wooden frame. \u00a0The reception venue didn’t allow real candles, but the bride loves lots of light and candles. \u00a0We ordered battery operated pillar candles<\/a> <\/strong><\/span>and decided to turn them into a statement.<\/p>\n Grouping a collection of items is always a great way to make a beautiful statement<\/strong>, whether it is on a tablescape, bookshelf, or any kind of decor space.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/DIY_Centerpice_Wedding.jpg” title_text=”DIY_Centerpice_Wedding” admin_label=”IMG” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Why a DIY” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n I love that this DIY table centerpiece will allow for grouping items for a big statement on the table! \u00a0Whether it’s candles, candlesticks, jars or bottles of flowers, or seasonal items, such as pumpkins or Christmas trees, it has a lot of possibility!<\/strong><\/p>\n To fit the size and scale of the bridal table, we made our DIY table centerpiece six feet long. \u00a0You may want to shorten the length for a more standard dining table! \u00a0If I were making this for my eight foot dining table, I would make it no longer than four feet and probably closer to three feet.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Materials Needed” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/DIY-Centerpiece-6-scaled.jpg” title_text=”DIY Centerpiece (6)” admin_label=”Materials Spread OUt” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Step One” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The first (and most important) step is to decide on the type & cut of wood<\/strong>.\u00a0 We wanted a rough, unfinished look.\u00a0 Our first choice (cypress) was unavailable, but a 2x4x16 piece of spruce worked great instead.\u00a0 As an extra bonus, it smells great!<\/p>\n If you plan to staining or paint your centerpiece, an everyday 2×4 may work just as well.<\/p>\n Since we had a specific dimensions to work with, we cut the two by four into the lengths we needed (ripped to approximately one inch square):<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/DIY-Centerpiece-1-scaled.jpg” title_text=”DIY Centerpiece (1)” admin_label=”IMG” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Step One” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Disclaimer:\u00a0<\/strong> We are not master woodworkers–far from it!\u00a0 But we did discover a new-to-us way to cut the right length every time<\/strong>.\u00a0 Instead of marking the length with a tape measure each time, or<\/strong> <\/em>using an existing piece as a template to mark on the new piece to cut, we:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_video src=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/A1FtNspEW2I” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_video][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/DIY-Centerpiece-5-scaled.jpg” title_text=”DIY Centerpiece (5)” admin_label=”IMG” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Step Two” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Now that we had our wood cut to length, we next glued the pieces together in sections.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/DIY-Centerpiece-7-scaled.jpg” title_text=”DIY Centerpiece (7)” admin_label=”IMG” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Step Two” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/DIY-Centerpiece-8-scaled.jpg” title_text=”DIY Centerpiece (8)” admin_label=”IMG” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Step Two” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/DIY-Centerpiece-10-scaled.jpg” title_text=”DIY Centerpiece (10)” admin_label=”IMG” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Step Three” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Once we glued both side rails together, the end was in sight!\u00a0 We just:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/DIY-Centerpiece-12-scaled.jpg” title_text=”DIY Centerpiece (12)” admin_label=”IMG” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Step Three” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/DIY-Centerpiece-11-scaled.jpg” title_text=”DIY Centerpiece (11)” admin_label=”IMG” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Step Three” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n AND it’s done!<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Ending” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n While at first glance, it seems like a very simple, wooden box, this DIY table centerpiece is full of possibilities<\/strong>! \u00a0I’d love to hear if you decide to make one! \u00a0In the comments, list a few things that you would use to style this centerpiece! \u00a0Let’s help my niece have a long list of decorating ideas since she is taking this to use in her new home!<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Follow Me” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n I’d love for you to follow me on social media! \u00a0You can find my home decor inspiration on Instagram<\/strong><\/a>, Pinterest<\/a>,\u00a0<\/strong>and\u00a0Facebook<\/a>! \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Closing” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Blessings,<\/strong><\/p>\nHow to Choose a Table Centerpiece<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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DIY Table Centerpiece Step One:\u00a0 Material Prep<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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