You've tossed the jack-o'-lanterns, but that doesn't mean that you have to be without decorative gourds! I love all the varieties that you can find at the Farmers Market- so many exquisite colors, shapes and textures. They can be beautiful displayed on their own, or if you want something a bit more special, try this seasonal arrangement from November's Good Things-

That's the version that ran in the magazine, but we also shot another version-

Here are some other options we tried in development-

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From: Natural Handcrafted Soap | 11/8/11 at 5:54 pm
I like the first one .. I love the table color.
From: Chris | 11/9/11 at 12:07 pm
In the November arrangement, the vase looks out of place, as if someone may have forgotten to remove it. Otherwise, gorgeous and simple.
From: Cassie | 11/10/11 at 4:17 am
I love that you shared the process of designing the arrangement -- it gives inspiration and guidance (and hope!) to us attempting such endeavors (the arrangement and photographic aspects) at home. Thanks!