Seasonal decorating is a challenge for so many of us.
Sometimes you feel like you have just finished decorating for one season, when another season arrives and you have to begin again.
But what if you didn't?
What if you began with a basic seasonal foundation and transitioned from one season to another with a few simple changes.
Here's a few ideas to make your holiday season a little brighter with these fall to winter transitional home decor suggestions.
1. Layer, layer, layer
Here's a simple idea for a fall to winter transitional mantle.
Begin with a basic architectural piece or wall art.
Next, layer in branches,leaves, fall stems and recycled paper flowers.
For winter, simply remove the paper flowers and layer in white branches sprinkled with glitter or paint dipped pine cones.
2. Think neutral
When decorating for one season, you want to make sure that your colors will translate into the next.
If your color palette is relatively neutral, featuring grays, khakis and whites, you can easily decorate a hutch or bookcase for the upcoming season.
Simply remove the pumpkins and add wooden snowflakes. Then replace the white squash with a deer head wreath with simple greens.
3. Add pattern
Layering pattern is a great way to establish a foundation in your home decor.
Begin with a patterned rug, layer in patterned textiles and create a festive centerpiece for your room.
Transition from fall to winter by removing the pumpkins and adding a winter display with evergreens and pine cones.
Simplify your fall and winter decorating by layering, adding pattern and beginning with a neutral pattern.
Saving time on decorating will allow you to focus on what is truly important.
Family, friends and the joy of the seasons.
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