Apple A-Peel recipes and decorations were the theme of my presentation for a PEO group in Mason City, Iowa. Baskets lined with red gingham napkins were filled with green and red apples. An “A” is for apple flashcard was inserted. Crystal candlesticks were tied with gingham ribbons. A burlap garland intertwined with green berries, a small chalkboard, and a vintage tablecloth were used.
Tie a round key tag holder to the stem of the apple and use it as a placecard. Add height by placing it atop an ice cream sundae dish. We served warm Winter Wassail, Apple Cosmo Martinis, apple slices dipped in Toffee Chip Caramel Dip, Candy Corn treats, Waldorf Apple Salad and Apple Cake with Warm Caramel Sauce.
This is my “bobbing-for-apples” centerpiece. Core out an apple and insert a tealight candle. Float the apples along with some leaves you’ve collected from the yard. You could do this on a larger scale at your front door if you have an old, galvanized laundry tub. For Thanksgiving, I use pumpkin gourds instead of apples.