Every item on this page was chosen by a The Pioneer Woman editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy.
The autumn season is all about making your home feel cozy, and there's no better way to do it than with DIY fall decorations. This is the time of harvest-inspired porch décor, dried gourds lining the mantel, and pretty fall wreaths hanging from just about every door! If you're looking for that final touch to add to your seasonal display, a DIY fall centerpiece is just what you need to bring the whole thing together. These centerpieces help to ground your tablescape and create a focal point for hearty fall meals.
If you enjoy spending lots of time working your DIY magic on charming fall leaf crafts and pumpkin crafts, you can spend a whole afternoon painting pumpkins, arranging fall flowers, or spray-painting thrifted finds in metallic, fall-inspired hues. Or if you’re pressed for time, some of these centerpieces can be crafted in only a few minutes. It takes virtually no effort to fill a glass cloche with autumnal touches or to create a fall tablescape with oranges, pinecones, and greenery.
The one thing that all these fall centerpieces have in common is that they’re budget-friendly—no need to break the bank as you beautify your table. They are sure to put you in a festive mood whether you're hosting a Falloween party or setting up your DIY Thanksgiving centerpiece. Pair them with some fall candles and you're sure to feel decoratively cozy all season long. Now let's get crafting!
Decorate your home for fall with even more ideas:
- Best Fall Décor Ideas to Usher in the Cozy Season
- Decorate Your Porch for Fall Like Alex Drummond
- Fall Mantel Decoration Ideas to Cozy Up Your Home
1
Cloche Centerpiece
You can make this rustic fall centerpiece in a flash! All you need is a glass cloche and autumnal add-ins to display inside, like dried green hydrangeas, pinecones, and mini white pumpkins.
Get the tutorial at First Day of Home.
2
Fall Apple Centerpiece
This idea is sure to be the apple of your eye! Real fruit looks even lovelier when dropped into a milk glass pedestal bowl, especially when partnered with green eucalyptus. You can use fake apples, too, if you want it to last longer.
Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.
3
White Pumpkins with Printable Tags
Mini white pumpkins look so fetching as a centerpiece when they’re dressed up with these cute autumnal tags. This blogger uses words like "thankful," "blessed," and "gather." Copy them or get creative with your own!
Get the tutorial at Ella Claire & Co.
Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below
4
Pumpkin Floral Vase Centerpiece
A freshly picked white pumpkin can serve as the perfect vase for bright yellow mums. In fact, you can use any autumnally colored flower that reminds you of falling leaves! Try it with either one large pumpkin or several smaller ones.
Get the tutorial at Sustain My Craft Habit.
5
Pumpkin Votives Centerpiece
Blue hues for fall are so chic and unique! Place a few of these painted pumpkin votives on a wooden tray (along with some additional harvest décor) and you’ll have an enchanting fall centerpiece.
Get the tutorial at Francois et Moi.
6
Three-Part Harvest Centerpiece
Sunflowers, wheat, and gourds: These are the three main components of this fall harvest! The final part that brings the display together is a thin natural wood base.
Get the tutorial at Home Oh My.
Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below
7
Modern Pumpkin Centerpiece
To make a modern (and less messy) pumpkin centerpiece that will last, opt for a carvable foam pumpkin! The jack-o'-lantern's chrome and white colors and leaf design are fashionable for the whole season—not just Halloween!
Get the tutorial at Homemade by Carmona.
8
Vintage Crate Centerpiece
Find your most charming vintage crate and fill it with a vase of greenery and bygone bottles for an easy, delightful centerpiece. The finishing touch is the DIY flannel table runner.
Get the tutorial at Tidbits.
9
White Fruit Centerpiece
These painted plastic fruits look airy and visually pleasing when placed in a vintage dough bowl. This crisp look is actually pretty seasonless if you want to set it up early.
Get the tutorial at Craftberry Bush.
Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below
10
Purple Glass and Leaves Centerpiece
Creating the perfect fall centerpiece is all about the color palette and theme. Here, a dark espresso wood serving board serves as a base for the deep purple vases, a pop of white pumpkins, and changing green leaves!
Get the tutorial at Inspired by Charm.
11
Pastel Centerpiece
For an unexpected fall color palette, mix pastel autumn florals and pink pears together. Don’t forget little white pumpkins!
Get the tutorial at Craftberry Bush.
12
Ombre Painted Pumpkins
For a fall centerpiece that’s sure to turn heads, spread out several purple painted pumpkins and create an ombré tablescape.
Get the tutorial at Inspiration for Moms.
Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below
13
Floral Pumpkin Vase Centerpiece
Get artistic with these painted floral pumpkin vases, which look best when displaying vibrant flowers.
Get the tutorial at The Pretty Life Girls.
14
Fall Figurines Centerpiece
Score animal figurines at a thrift store and give them a fall makeover using metallic spray paint. Set them on top of books to create a centerpiece that’s so charming.
Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.
15
Wheat Centerpiece
You can layer this fall centerpiece by pulling together amber bottles, faux autumn leaves, pinecones, ceramic squirrels, and bunches of dried wheat.
Get the tutorial at Clean & Scentsible.
Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below
16
Fall Floral Centerpiece
Learn how to arrange flowers like a pro with this helpful tutorial. Place silk florals like ranunculus, peonies, and berry sprays into a bowl—your guests will never guess that they’re faux!
Get the tutorial at PMQ for Two.
17
Greenhouse Centerpiece
It turns out that a mini glass greenhouse is the ideal vessel to showcase fall accents, like dried wheat, diminutive pumpkins, and faux leaves.
Get the tutorial at Clean & Scentsible.
18
Orange and Pinecone Centerpiece
This easy centerpiece will only take you five minutes to set up. All you need are mandarin oranges, pinecones, eucalyptus, and candles.
Get the tutorial at Julie Blanner.
Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below
19
Harvest Centerpiece
Farmer’s market goodies meet up with deeply hued mums and faux leaves in a wooden box.
Get the tutorial at Home Is Where the Boat Is.
20
Feather Centerpiece
Have any tin cans lying around? You can transform them into a fall centerpiece by painting them in chalk paint, grouping them together, and topping them off with decorative feathers.
Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.
