Now that September has arrived and the official start to Fall is just a week away, it was time to bring out small touches of Autumn on the mantel. I've mentioned before that mantels are always a challenge for me. I strive for that "Goldilocks" look.
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Friday, September 8, 2023
Book Page Pumpkin Candle Covers
Every once in a while I see a cute and easy craft project that I feel confident that I can accomplish in a few hours time without making myself crazy. Do you know what I mean?... does that ever happen to you? I used to get involved in these complicated projects that invariably took much more time than I thought it would, take more money than I planned to spend, and end up in a mess. yuk. So now I tend to try things that I feel are not above my skill level and that oftentimes I have the materials on hand.
Labels:
Autumn,
book pages,
candlelight,
candles,
fall,
magazine inspiration,
mason jar
Monday, September 4, 2023
Early Fall Sideboard and Vintage Basket Bouquet
A couple of weeks ago, I was out in the garage sorting tubs full of fall florals. Our garage is temperature controlled, otherwise I wouldn't have been able to do that. The previous owners were very innovative and vented the sunroom AC into the garage, so thankyou! My fall tub count is far and away the most, even compared to Christmas décor. I was gathering like florals and took out these realistic looking straw/paper black eyed susans from the others. I just randomly stuck them in the old funeral basket which was within reach for later.
Thursday, August 31, 2023
Layering Elements for a Summer to Fall Entry
This time of year; late August to early September, I'm about easing into the Fall season. Since it's still really hot outside I'm not quite ready for a lot of dark colors, leaves and bright orange pumpkins. I still want to keep it light and bright, but have a subtle change in color to the warmer hues of autumn.
Labels:
Entry,
entry console,
fall,
faux flowers,
late summer,
prints,
Staffordshire Dogs,
sunflowers,
vase,
vintage prints
Friday, August 25, 2023
Cottage Review: Tips to Transition to Fall...the longer version!
Hey friends, I have a little bonus blast from the past today. Unless you've been hiding in a deep dark cave to stay cool this last few weeks, you've seen a bunch of posts on saying "tootles" to this long hot summer and embracing the concept of fall and cooler temps.
Thursday, August 24, 2023
Early Fall Door Basket and Front Porch
Last week I shared my 5 Quick and Easy Ideas to Get in the Mood for Fall . I added a bonus tip and that was to do a mini refresh on the front door with a basket or wreath that bridges the gap between summer and fall.
Labels:
door basket,
early Fall,
fall,
front door,
front porch,
late summer,
metal bench,
sunflowers,
ticking ribbon
Sunday, August 20, 2023
The Late-Summer Cupboard with a French Country Flair
Labels:
chickens,
Faience,
French Country,
Garden Room,
holiday cupboard,
Majolica,
mid-summer
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