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How to Make a Faux Succulent Cornucopia

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I grew up in California where the sun would shine almost every day of the year, or at least it felt that way.  I didn’t know any different and I was completely naive to what it felt like to experience seasons.  I would most normally wake up on Christmas and it could be 70 degrees out. Although I do miss that sunshine that was a regular part of my life, now I get to watch the leaves turn and fall, snow drop to the ground, emerald green sprout from the earth and enjoy the warm summer days.

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I tend to think about decorating based on these “new” seasons that are a part of my day to day, but was thinking about decorating for a place where seasons looked different.  Somewhere where it was warm most of the time and the flowers/foliage varied from what is part of my norm.

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Succulents fit that description perfectly to me. I love the beauty of succulents and wanted to think of a way to integrate them into Thankgiving decorations.  Originally I was planning on making a fruit cornucopia then decided that filling it with succulents would put a good spin on this traditional piece.  Plus it would be perfect when decorating and living somewhere warm.

Here is what you will need to make this type of cornucopia…

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  • Cornucopia itself (I found mine at the thrift store and see them there all the time)
  • Faux succulents (I was able to buy mine on sale at the craft store)
  • Spanish Moss
  • Preserved moss for covering at the very end

Here is how you will assemble the cornucopia…

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  • Stuff your cornucopia with the Spanish Moss and make sure it is filled tightly.
  • Begin inserting the different varieties and sizes of succulents.  I found it helpful to use my finger to push a hole in first and then the succulent after.
  • Continue this step until you have filled the open space of the cornucopia.
  • Now take the preserved moss and break it up so that you can cover and fill the spaces that the Spanish Moss is visible.

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This craft was put together very quickly and I was thrilled with the results.  You will be too and I hope you share if you try it out.  Thanks so much for stopping by!

 

 

 

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