Our Favorite Fall Decorating Ideas

by H. Camille Smith October 3, 2012 6 Comments

Shorter days and a crisp chill in the air certify that summer truly has come to an end. Now’s a great time to break out the cozy throws and warm up your home’s decor with a few fall touches.

Take a cue from designer Sarah Richardson and fill vintage vases with autumn-hued flowers:

For many of us, fall also signals the beginning of the holiday entertaining season — Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations are coming up fast. Get ready for the impending arrival of holiday guests by sprucing up areas of your home where guests gather, like the foyer:

Image courtesy of Thibaut.

For a quick-and-easy fall fix-up, take a stroll outdoors to gather colorful leaves. Suspended on fishing line over your dining room table, they create a magical falling-leaf effect:

Give faux pumpkins and gourds a fashion-forward makeover that will glam up both your Halloween and Thanksgiving decorations:

Or download one of our 16 (free!) printable templates to put the finishing touch on your seasonal decor:

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6 Responses

Jackie C. says:

October 3, 2012 at 12:17 PM

The faux pumpkins and gourds are stunning!

Sharon M. says:

October 3, 2012 at 1:29 PM

Love the fishing line/leaves idea. Looks great and really different.

Debra says:

October 3, 2012 at 4:17 PM

The pumpkins and gourds are beautiful. I may try this.

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October 4, 2012 at 4:17 AM

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