Tag Archives: fall decorating

Two Tips for DIY Fall Decor

Have fun this fall by creating your own autumn-themed decorations. If the final product doesn’t excite you, the money you save handcrafting your seasonal masterpieces certainly will. However, if you are not exactly a Martha Stewart prodigy, but want to take a stab at making affordable fall decor, consider these simple starters: Twig Candles: Take a stroll around your neighborhood or a local park and collect small twigs. You will also need a medium to large size candle in a glass holder, scissors, glue and twine. To make the decorative candles, cut the twigs to three-inch lengths. Next, stand the … Continue reading →

Fall and Holiday Centerpiece and Decorating Ideas

Over the summer, Better Homes and Gardens published an idea for a nautical centerpiece that used an old lantern, some sea glass and a lemon. While it wasn’t exactly my style, I though the idea could really be adapted to fall and holiday decorating, especially with a few changes. The concept is very flexible, and you can adapt it to suit your own particular style. For example, why not substitute the nautical lamp for a hurricane lamp? This may give you a more homey, New England or country feel to the decor. Actually, any type of container that has some … Continue reading →

Fall Decorating and Design

How formal are you when it comes to fall decorating? I’m more of a “decorate” person than a “design” person. I arrange, adjust, and arrange some more until I achieve a look I like. I try not to do the same thing twice two years in a row, unless it’s just something I adore (the same is true for Christmas and other holidays). I have heard of people that create a specific design, and stick to it year after year, even taking photos of the completed design to store with the decorations. That way, the next year, they can decorate … Continue reading →

Home Week in Review: September 17 – 23

It’s officially fall (or autumn depending on the term you prefer). Kids are back in school, the weather is changing along with the leaves, and holidays are on the way. Our focus has turned from summer fun and gardening to home and family and preparing for events to come. We’re already thinking about special occasions that will arrive soon, and there’s no better time to start preparing. Begin by getting all those Weekly Cleaning Chores and Monthly Cleaning Chores out of the way. Then you can move on to something a bit more fun such as decorating and adding some … Continue reading →

Tips for Use and Care of Leaves for your Décor

The number of projects you can make with gorgeous autumn leaves is literally limitless. From creating your own artwork to simply sprinkling them across the top of your coffee table, there are numerous ways you can incorporate leaves into your fall decorating. Since leaves will soon be falling (if not already in your area), I thought that some tips for the use and care of leaves might be helpful. Clean Leaves Even if you decide to pick leaves from a tree instead of picking them up off the ground, you still need to clean them. Inspect each one carefully for … Continue reading →

Home Week in Review: September 10 – 16

I hope you’re enjoying your weekend. I know I plan on relaxing today. Even if you don’t plan on tackling too many chores today, you should find some of this week’s articles helpful for when you do need to get down to business. This week kicked off with a Quick Trick for Extra Seating. You can bring those outdoor chairs inside and dress them up for instant extra seating. Another tip to go along with this article is to consider buying higher end outdoor furniture the next time you shop for such items, since the styles and quality available today … Continue reading →

Cool Weather: Indoor and Outdoor Tips for Cooler Months

If you are an avid gardener, you may already be aware that certain plants prefer cool weather. If you’re new to gardening, you might be surprised to learn that some flowers, grasses, foliage, and even food producing plants do very well in cool weather. Some even prefer it. In the vegetable garden, try different types of lettuce such as wild lettuce and loose-leaf varieties. They are simple to plant. Sprinkle some seeds in the area you wish to plant, gently cover them, and add water. Romaine lettuce will require a bit more space and effort. Plant seeds separately a few … Continue reading →

Fall Decorating: Outdoor Décor

Nature will give you a helping hand with the outdoor décor. You can pick up on the natural color scheme to complement your outdoor decorating. Pretty fall flowers in colorful planters make a nice touch for the porch or deck but there are plenty of other ideas to give your home a warm, welcoming appearance. Welcome Mats What could be more welcoming than a clean, new, attractive welcome mat? There are many designs from which to choose but natural fiber welcome mats add something special to fall décor. If natural materials don’t strike your fancy, you may want a custom … Continue reading →

Prepare your Yard for Autumn and beyond

As summer fades away, there are several things you can do to prepare your yard and garden for autumn and beyond. Begin with mowing, edging, and getting rid of weeds. Even weeds that are dying from the August heat can make your yard look uncared for and unattractive. They don’t always wither completely away, so it’s best to pull them or break out the weed eater. If your garden is no longer producing, but is looking a bit overgrown, you may want to go over it with the mower or weed whacker too. Then, gather all your clippings and spread … Continue reading →

More Dining Room Ideas

Dress up your dining room without breaking your back or busting your budget. Try the ideas in Start Decorating the Dining Room or check out some of these ideas: Add Layers of Rich Color If you have a neutral backdrop, and you would really like to add some color without changing too much, simply layer the color in your treatments. Add a rich red or burnt orange tablecloth to your table instead of the pristine white one. You can angle the white one on top or add a layer of lace through which the color can show. Atop the lace, … Continue reading →