Project

Pumpkin Vase

Source: Martha Stewart Living, October 1998

Introduction

Pumpkins wear many hats this time of year, appearing in pies and soups as well as in centerpieces. Here's another use: Transform one into a colorful homemade vase.

materials

Oasis floral foam

Pumpkin

Paint bucket or any plastic container

Seasonal flowers, dried leaves, and berries

steps

Place a cube of Oasis floral foam inside the container, thinning it to fit. Press the foam down to make it level, and drench it with water (enough so that a small pool collects at the bottom of the container).
Arrange seasonal flowers, dried leaves, and berries as desired -- we used lady's mantle, dahlias, maple leaves, and hypericum berries.