Tips Article

Fall Decorating Tips

As the cooler weather draws people indoors, create an environment that celebrates the season and encourages togetherness!

Rearrange for a Positive Change

Move the furniture to create a focal point around the fire place instead of the TV. Add comfy floor pillows and stock up on logs for cozy family times. If you don’t have a working fireplace- place large pillar candles of varying heights inside for a warm dramatic glow. Pull out your favorite board games and stack them on the bookshelves or coffee table for accessibility and charm.

Change with the Changing Seasons

The beginning of a new season is a great time to rotate items that allow appropriate colors, themes and textures to be displayed. Bring in the vivid golds, oranges, browns and reds of fall by switching out sofa pillows, accessories and even art and add an area rug for added color and warmth. Another easy way to decorate for fall is to set the table with earth tone napkins, table runners and dark wicker chargers.

Engage the Senses

In the fall it’s time to switch out the fruity and flowery scented candles for cinnamon, apple pie and vanilla. Throw a cozy textured afghan on the sofa and put a big bowl of red apples or unshelled nuts (with a nut cracker) on the table. Add more ambient lighting and install dimmers for a more inviting atmosphere.

Get Inspired with the Kids

Go on a family nature hike and take your cues from the beautiful hues and textures around you. Gather up fall foliage - cat tails, acorns, pine cones, wheat stalks and tree branches to make simple and dramatic decorations. Go to the internet for a plethora of ideas and directions on how to assemble centerpieces or wreaths. Other inexpensive seasonal items like gourds, corn cobs and pumpkins can be found in abundance at the grocery store.