I did a little Autumn nesting on Monday…
It felt good to pack up all the shells and sea glass…I’m ready to snuggle right into Autumn but it takes a little time. Decorating for any season involves all 5 senses. So this week that’s what I’m working on. First I pulled out some things that looked like fall…I shop my whole house when I decorate for each seasons, looking for anything I can bring into the living area.
I love the inexpensive leaf garland. There’s a lot you can use it for. This little wreath is just a garland !
Candles are another wonder for Autumn … in the South it’ll be awhile before it’s cool enough to have a fire, so candles give a warmth to the room without all the heat.
Pumpkin colored fabric warms up the dinning room table…fabric is another easy way to decorate for any season. I have an emotional reaction to scrumptious fabric…strange, I know. (Isn’t the centerpiece pretty? It was one of the last things mom made for me. I love the soft color of the vase)
That versatile leaf garland can be used for garland and wreaths but also for lots of other things. Use a couple of leaves and twine for napkin rings. This muted tealish-blue is my new favorite color. I’m using it for Christmas decorating this year and I’m determined to sneak it in everywhere. I’ve discovered I love the color mixed in with almost every other color.
Remember this fun little Autumn craft? I posted instructions here.
I’m not quite done decking the halls for fall but it’s a good start…Are you warming up your house yet? Love to you today Peeps…
Check out Today’s Creative Blog for some other fun Fall links~
Visit Melissa over at Inspired Rooms for her Fall Nesting Party!
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I looked in my closet with my fall decorations. I took them out, stood with them in my hands and then put them back. Its not so much that the weather isn’t changing, but, I am just not ready for it yet
I did drool the tiniest bit at the apples in my neighbors tree and know an apple crisp is in my future… maybe it’ll be different once the kids are in school?
Love hearing and seeing how you embrace each new season! Love to you.
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Vicky…do not rush you summer. You have more nice weather I bet. I’m more ready this year than ever, although Autumn is my most favorite time of year. Ignore me and come back to it when you’re ready
Hugs
The temps got down into the upper 30s here last night [of course I'm still so blessed hot I had the air conditioning on], but if you lived in Iowa you probably would have started that fire you’re longing for
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Gitz…seriously, I need to live near you. This is my kinda weather. Not to mention that I could visit and eat snacks all the time.
Your house looks great…such a wonderful homemaker you are! I miss you and love you~
Your house looks beautiful! I just can’t do my red curtains this year. They’ll only go up at Christmas. I’m looking for some amber with a punchy pattern, I think. Or I might go crazy and do bright pink. I need to plant some cheer around here!
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Ooohh, your home is looking very festive & autumny. Really pretty, but when I saw it my heart sank. Summer is my favorite season & I’m not ready to let it go yet…
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Oh Veronica I’m so sorry I made your little heart sink! I bet you have lots of summer left. Enjoy the rest of it…I’m a little pale and tired of looking at my legs so maybe that’s why I’m ready for Autumn!!! Hugs
Fall is my favorite time of year! Beautiful decorating Robin!
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Everything looks so beautiful…your mantle and dining room. Love the colors of your tablescape. I’ve got to get busy!
Debra
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So, so pretty you’ve done a wonderful job preparing for fall!
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I LOVE fall. And embracing fall doesn’t mean you let go of the nice weather! LOL! The weather does what it will, but I just enjoy giving fall a fair chance before the holiday take over!
You are doing a lovely job with your home! I am inspired!!
xo
I have those same plates! Did you get them at Marshalls? Your house is looking wonderful. I love the Joy sign! That is just too cute for words!
Brenda
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Wow, how inspiring! I adore the candles, and your dining room is so elegant. Thanks for sharing all your wonderful ideas.
Blessings,
Gayle
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I love fall too-I haven’t had a chance to pull anything out yet-but this weekend I think it will happen, even if just a little bit at a time. Fall is my favorite and, like Melissa, I want to enjoy it before Christmas comes around!
Everything looks cozy and beautiful!
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Where did you get the set of three candle holders for the mantle?? I love them…
Jennifer: I got them at Old Time Pottery. We bought 12 hurricanes and 10 smaller ones for my daughter’s Autumn wedding a few years ago! They were pretty cheap if I remember correctly.
Robin, how did you hang the wreath on your fireplace? Hard to tell if you have it hanging on the fireplace screen or the actual fireplace? We live near Palm Springs and have a fireplace that is the flip a switch fireplace meaning a gas log and glass in the front so I could put a wreath there, I doubt if we will use the fireplace and something like a wreath would look good there…I guess I just need ideas for my boring fireplace..
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