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How to Make a $35 High-End Fall Centerpiece with Dollar Tree Finds
- Shelbe Brooks
- Oct 30
- 3 min read
How to make a $35 high-end centerpiece with dollar tree finds
What if I told you the most stunning part of your Thanksgiving table could come from the Dollar Tree?
Welcome! I'm Shelbe from Crazy Craft Creations, and with the coziest season of all officially here, I'm going to show you how to turn a handful of Dollar Tree finds into a centerpiece that looks like it came from a high-end boutique.
We're going to create a look that's rustic, elegant, and filled with the warm colors of autumn.
The best part? This entire project cost me a total of $35, with $15 of that spent at the Dollar Tree!
Let's get crafting!
What You'll Need To Make (This High-end) Fall Centerpiece!
Base:
I'm starting with a long wooden plank I already owned. (You can use any long tray or board).
Anchors:
3 simple glass candle holders (from the Dollar Tree).
Foundation:
1 fall leaf garland. (I used one I had saved for years).
Fillers:
* Faux fall leaf picks in creams, oranges, and reds (from the Dollar Tree).
* Other greenery and florals (I got some from Craft Outlet).
* Faux cotton sprigs.
* A few small pine cones.
The "Secret Weapon":
A few gorgeous, faux cream-colored dahlias. (Mine are from Craft Outlet).
Final Touch:
3 candles (from the Dollar Tree). I'm using one simple cream-colored one and two rustic-looking ones.
Step 1: Place Your Anchors
First, place your three glass candle holders on your wooden plank.
* Place one in the center.
* Arrange the other two slightly off-center on either side.
This layout is key because it helps guide the placement for all your florals.
Step 2: Build Your Foundation
Now, let's build our foundation with the fall leaf garland.
* We're going to place the garland around the candle holders in a gentle infinity shape.
* This creates a beautiful, flowing line for the eye to follow.
* Don't worry about it being perfect right away! We're just creating the main shape. We can fluff and adjust it as we go.
Step 3: Add Personality with Fall Leaves
This is the fun part, adding personality!
* Start by tucking in your faux fall leaf picks.
* I'm using these beautiful cream, orange, and red colored leaf picks that I found at the Dollar Tree.
* Fill in the garland, making it look fuller.
Step 4: The High-End Secret Weapon
Here’s my secret weapon for making this centerpiece truly look expensive: mixing in a few gorgeous, faux cream-colored dahlias. I got mine from Craft Outlet.
> Pro-Technique: The key is to tuck these elements into the greenery, not just lay them on top. This is what makes the arrangement look full and professionally arranged.
Step 5: Add Texture & the Final Touches
Our arrangement is looking full and beautiful. Now, let's add some different textures.
* Add Texture: Tuck in a few faux cotton sprigs and some small pine cones to add more visual interest.
* Add Candles: For the final, elegant touch, let's add our candles. I'm using scented candles that all came from the Dollar Tree.
* Place the simple cream-colored one in the center candle holder.
* Place the more rustic-looking ones on each end.
The candles add wonderful height and, of course, that warm, cozy glow.
The Final Reveal High-end Centerpiece with Dollar Tree Finds!
Look at that! It's rustic, it's elegant, and it's filled with the warm colors of autumn. It creates the perfect focal point for your table where family and friends will gather. Seriously, I mean how easy was it to make this $35 high-end centerpiece with dollar tree finds!?
I truly believe that a beautiful space makes gatherings even more special, and we just proved it doesn't have to cost a fortune to make that happen. Now more of your budget can go to the most important part, THE FOOD!
Want to see the video tutorial? Watch Below
Let's Chat!
I got a lot of my inspiration for this project on a beautiful scenic drive I took with my family. What's your favorite thing to do for fall?
And speaking of food, what's your must-have dish on the Thanksgiving table? Mine has to be my homemade smoked mac and cheese!
Let me know in the comments below!
Want to buy the products featured?
Here's my exact $15 Dollar Tree shopping list for this project.
Dollar Tree Leaves (Maple): https://tidd.ly/47llCyn
Dollar Tree Leaves (Other): https://tidd.ly/3WF6hEh
Pillar Candle Holder: https://tidd.ly/43vajmf
Smaller Candle Holders: https://tidd.ly/47CTCHU
Vanilla Scented Candle: https://tidd.ly/49enfRa
Apple Cinnamon Candle: https://tidd.ly/43tk4RN
Fall Leaf Garland: https://tidd.ly/4o3rVxI
Disclaimer: The Dollar Tree links you'll see are affiliate links. When you make a purchase through them, I may gain a small commission, which helps me keep bringing you free craft ideas every week!
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