Saturday, November 10, 2007

Fall Decorating


Fall is here and it's a great time to decorate your home with natural accents and the wide array of colors found in the outdoors. Below are a few ideas on how you can make simple decorating changes to capture the essence of the autumn season.

By looking outside it's evident that the autumn season brings a mixture of warm and spicy colors — use these colors as inspiration when making changes to your home. Simply change out your summer-inspired fabrics for darker, more rich tones such as deep browns and oranges. Accent pillows are a fast and easy way to achieve this.

Centerpieces are also one of the easiest ways to make seasonal changes to your home. Try placing a basket with small pumpkins and gourds in the center of your table. Or, if you enjoy fresh flowers, spice it up a bit and add sliced apples or cinnamon sticks to the water, it's sure to wow your next dinner guests.

Small pumpkins and gourds can also be used in other areas of your home. Placing them on top of your mantle is an easy way to add fall drama. Take it one step further by creating a unique display on a coffee or end table.

However, don't just stop at decorating the inside of your home. Placing large pumpkins and mums on your front steps is a great way to welcome guests and add color to the front of your home. Autumn-inspired wreaths are also a fast and easy way to add interest to your front door. Whether it's colorful leaves or dried Indian corn, the possibilities are endless.

Just remember when decorating your home for fall, be creative. Keep in mind these tips and you will be on your way to having a warm and cozy home for the cooler months ahead

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