When I got my Halloween issue of Good Housekeeping, I saw these great looking gourd flower vases and wanted to try to make them myself. But since I am not all that crafty, I was a little skeptical about the project. I can be creative but really have to work at it. It's not my best thing. So when I tell you these gourd vases were easy, believe me, they were so super easy it's possible that I may make more and give them to friends. Try it-- everyone will rave! 

Here's all you have to do: Cut the gourd at the top to create the neck of the vase. Use your knife to cut an X deep into the flesh of the gourd. Then use a large spoon to scoop out the inside of the gourd. Make sure to get it as clean as you can but don't pierce the skin or your vase will leak. It might leak anyway so be sure to place it on a dish just in case. Once you have the gourd completely hollowed out, add water and flowers of your choice. I used goldenrod from the yard and then added thistle, mums and roses. It only took about 20 minutes and the result? You tell me what you think. My friends loved it.

Check out more pictures from my recent dinner party to celebrate fall. More to come.

Party on, ya'll.