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| Change your usual throws and accent pillows to add color and texture for fall. |
If there was ever a time to get spicy with your home décor, fall is definitely it. No big budget is needed to create a welcoming autumnal retreat because fall décor ideas for your home are literally all around you. Before taking a trip to the local craft store, take a trip around your yard and outdoor buildings to find the unique items that will make your fall decorating special.
Tin Is In
Galvanized tin buckets, plates and trays have been one of the biggest décor trends this year. Even if they don’t fit into your usual style, these vintage or faux-vintage items are perfect for fall decorating. Scour your cupboards for old tin pie plates and look in the backyard shed for anything galvanized. Fill them with dried flowers, ornamental gourds, mini-pumpkins or a collection of colorful leaves for a quick seasonal accent to any room.
Make It Cozy
Changing your usual throws and accent pillows for autumn-themed accessories adds instant fall appeal to your home. Leaf-shaped pillows in shades of red and orange are awesome if you like a fun, casual style, but it’s not necessary to go full-on fall if you prefer something more subtle. Stay within your current color and decorating scheme, but incorporate soft, nubby textures and traditional fall patterns like plaid or cable knit to emphasize the theme. If you like to be creative, try using old sweaters for temporary pillow covers or toss a lightweight plaid throw over the dining room table for an easy touch of fall. Using what you have in new ways is part of the fun of home decorating.
Get Centered
Summertime often means eating outdoors or grabbing a quick bite in front of the TV with or without the kids. Cooler weather and earlier bedtimes bring everyone indoors and around the dinner table again. A beautiful centerpiece is one of the best fall décor ideas because it’s something everyone can enjoy every day. Build a bouquet with dried grasses and colorful twigs from the garden, fill a special dish with acorns, nestle in a candle or two and you’ve got a fantastic fall centerpiece that will make every meal feel like an occasion. For something totally casual, place a selection of different-sized pumpkins on a burlap runner or fill an over-sized wooden bowl with brilliant autumn leaves. One great thing about using found objects for centerpieces is that you can easily change your tablescape as new treasures are collected.
Whether you prefer small touches throughout the house or displays worthy of a store window, stick with natural elements that provide plenty of texture for beautiful results this fall.
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