| The cornucopia is Thanksgiving decor at its most | | | | In addition to the aforementioned items, you can add |
| classic. Also known as the "horn of plenty", | | | | an even more customized look with the help of craft |
| cornucopias have a history dating back to around 500 | | | | or floral wire, which can be purchased in themes |
| BCE and strong ties to Greek mythology which tells us | | | | featuring the colors of autumn. This ribbon is easily |
| that Zeus gave Amalthea a goats horn that could | | | | shaped, and will create a colorful style to your project. |
| grant the owner anything they wished for. Today the | | | | Adding the ribbon is simple, and can be done by |
| horn has similar meaning in new context, granting the | | | | wrapping it around the widest part of the cornucopia, |
| first European settlers in the new world a feast they | | | | which is located at the top opening, and tying it into |
| did not dream possible -- so the new tradition holds. | | | | place. You can trim the remaining ribbon to suit your |
| Now inseparable from American folklore, the | | | | design style and shape it as needed to create the |
| cornucopia is second only to the turkey in symbolizing | | | | perfect look. |
| the Thanksgiving holiday. If you love the look of a | | | | When it comes to securing your decorative filler, which |
| cornucopia you can easily create this decorative | | | | consists of silk flower bushes, artificial foliage and/or |
| Thanksgiving symbol for your home and/or dinner | | | | fruits, you will first need to ensure the filling fits inside of |
| table. All thats needed are a few simple craft supplies, | | | | the cornucopia properly. In some cases, you may need |
| which you can find at almost any craft store or | | | | to use wire cutters to trim the stem area to ensure a |
| retailers crafting department. Heres what you will need: | | | | perfect fit. For even more stylish control, you can use |
| 1 Cornucopia | | | | crafting wire to keep your floral and leaf bouquets in |
| 1 Roll of Autumn-Themed Wire Ribbon | | | | the desired location. Next, you can use a crafting glue |
| Scissors | | | | stick to hold everything in place. Before your |
| Wire Cutters | | | | cornucopia design is complete, you may need to |
| Crafters Glue Stick | | | | shape the leaves and/or flowers to create a full and |
| Silk Flowers & Foliage | | | | plentiful appearance, which will give your decoration an |
| Artificial Fruit | | | | even more traditional look. |
| First and foremost, you will need a cornucopia. These | | | | The information contained in this article is designed to |
| artificial decorations can often be found in styling similar | | | | be used for reference purposes only. It should not be |
| to that of wicker, glass or ceramics. You can choose | | | | used as, in place of or in conjunction with professional |
| to decorate a cornucopia with autumn leaves, | | | | decorating tips or advice. When using wire cutters or |
| sunflowers, fruits and even corn. When creating a | | | | when working on any type of crafting project, wear |
| decorative centerpiece, its a good idea to use silk | | | | protective eye goggles and gardening gloves to |
| flowers, foliage and artificial fruit to keep your design | | | | prevent injury. |
| looking fresh throughout the holiday. | | | | |