Fall is my favorite time of year.
The air is crisp, clear and cool while the hot chocolate is warm and the fire is toasty. The world smells like pumpkin pie.
And when the trees don their coat of brilliant colors and the leaves start to fall....
....it's time to start decorating for the season.
Create a warm, cozy atmosphere in your home by bringing a little of the outside in, like this simple centerpiece from Better Homes and Gardens. Organic elements, combined with stylish entertaining elements, such as decorative drink coasters will make your home comfy and stylish.
Here's a few tips on decorating with organic elements.
Decorating with organic elements for Fall.
1. Start at the very beginning
Greet your guests at the door with layers of Fall colors and textures like this incredible urn recently featured in Lonny Magazine.
Start with decorative urns at the front door and fill them with pine cones, cabbage, branches and foliage.
Then layer in pumpkins, gourds and grapevine to create one-of-a-kind front door decor.
Decorating the entryway with organic elements.
2. It's all about the wreath
Sometimes a little Fall decor can make a statement, like this organic element wreath featured in Country Living.
Create your own with pine cones dipped in gold or spray-painted branches layered with dried hydrangea and magnolia leaves.
Then hang the wreath on a framed chalkboard or architectural element to warm up a corner your home.
Gourds add lots of style to the Fall home.
3. Layer the table
A dining room decorated for Fall is a sight to behold, like this incredible centerpiece featured in Better Homes and Gardens.
Wrap gourds with twine and grapevine and place on a bed of dried leaves gathered from the yard.
Then, add glass jars, cloches and vintage pedestals to create a simple, but elegant fall display.
Beautiful simplicity in a Fall mantel design.
4. Create a simple Fall mantel
There's so much beauty in the simplicity of this Fall mantel featured in Better Homes and Gardens. The wood twigs and leaves practically become art pieces when placed alongside simple white candles layered on wood slices.
Add an urn or planter filled with greenery, a cup of hot chocolate and you'll have the perfect spot to spend a cozy Fall afternoon.
Decorating for Fall is easy when you take a little time to decorate with organic elements.
A mantel or centerpiece created with twigs, branches, pine cones and hydrangea can make decorating a breeze.
No stress.
After all, nature has already done all the work. :)
Photo credits: Better Homes and Gardens, Lonny Magazine, Country Living, Better Homes and Gardens, Better Homes and Gardens