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Goodwill Home Décor Expert - Merri Cvetan

Merri Cvetan

My weekly column for Amazing Goodwill and my design blog, Design Coach, are about all things design, living a stylish life and entertaining (like setting a great table). I share DIY projects, decorating and design tips, as well as ideas and secrets.

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Wedding or Bridal Shower Centerpieces

Posted by Jamie Klinger-Krebs on Jan 9, 2013 3:55:00 PM

wedding centerpieceWedding season may be months away, but it’s never too soon to start designing table settings and party favors, especially if you plan to make them yourself.  Table center pieces for the reception or bridal shower can be personalized to match your colors or theme.

I found everything for this elegant table decoration at Goodwill.

1. Choose lace blouses in colors to coordinate with your theme. Look for tops with a bit of spandex. A little stretch makes the project easier to do.

2. Start collecting wine and water glasses. They don’t need to match, just pick ones that have a similar look in a variety of sizes. Stemware with straight sides is easier to work with than curved glasses.

3. Coat the glass with a thin layer of Modge Podge (or make your own with equal parts white glue and water). Cut the lace to fit and attach to glass. You might have to hold it in place while it dries. Trim the top edge even with the rim.

4. Arrange the trio on a charger and scatter baubles or ornaments. The result is a high-end centerpiece, but you did it yourself!

Tips:

  • Remember odd numbers
  • Look for coordinating chargers plates or trays
  • Fill in with “jewels” or marbles, confetti, beads, pearls, whatever goes with your style.

wedding centerpiece

Topics: organization, Home interior, DIY, Merri Cvetan