How to Create Fall Centerpieces From Vintage Metal Bakeware

Apply Metal Polish:

Apply a small bit of metal polish onto your cleaning rag. If you're cleaning a cheese grater, apply the polish directly to the grater.

Buff the Metal Kitchenware:

In a circular motion, gently buff the metal polish into your item to remove buildup and reveal some shine. For a cheese grater, it'll help to use a brush to work the polish in.

Place Chicken Wire Inside:

With your wire cutters, cut the chicken wire and form it into a ball. If you are working with a vessel like a pot or a colander, place the ball of wire inside.

Arrange Dried Florals:

For a vessel filled with chicken wire, use the wire to guide the placement of your dried florals to secure and separate each element.

Alternatively, if you're using something like a bundt pan, use it like a bowl and fill it with dried pinecones or acorns. For a cheese grater, try placing dried wheat stalks inside.