Do you ever dread decorating for a new season because you feel like you can’t think of any new ideas? Maybe you just skip the seasonal decorating all together for that very reason. Well, I want to let you in on a little design method I use with each new season and every event I plan.
But, before we get started, I wanted to welcome you, if you are here for
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Ok, so the VERY FIRST step in all design is the brainstorming. You cannot skip this part. You must brain storm. I usually spend a couple of days on this and just jot down the ideas as they come to me.
I think about what goes along with fall. I think about the weather, about the traditional events, about the foods and changes in nature.
Here is my recent brainstorming list:
- Weather- rain, wind, darker skies, cold
- Traditional Events- last picnics and outdoor games, back to school, more time indoors, harvest time, Halloween, turkeys, pheasants
- Foods- soups, apples, hot drinks
- Changes in Nature- pumpkins, mums, falling leaves, acorns
You see, not too hard.
Then, from that list, I started listing specific household items that coincide with the above ideas.
Here is my decoration/ shopping list:
- Weather- boots, umbrellas, sweaters (in this case- sweater pillows), blankets, candles, lanterns, firewood
- Traditional Events- books (vintage), picnic baskets, tennis rackets (vintage), “drop zone” inspired spot with a back to school feel
- Foods- tea kettle, mugs, soup tureens, tea pot, cup and saucer
- Changes in Nature- pheasant feathers, pumpkins (velvet, painted and copper tones), apples, oak leaves, acorns, mums
I show how to make a sweater pillow in my Simple Sweater Pillow Tutorial.
You can learn about my pumpkins in How to Make Velvet Pumpkins.
I had almost the things on my list, so I started collecting and arranging key spots around the house- the front porch, coffee table, piano, wood stove, etc.
See if you can spot the items from my list!
Front Porch
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Front Porch Sources
- Ticking Pillows
- Lantern
- Vintage Tennis Rackets
- Mail Box
- Wicker Chairs
- Step Stool
- Vintage Books
- White Pumpkins
- Mountain Oil Painting
- Cast Iron Door Mat
- Artificial Plant
Living Room
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Living Room Sources
- Copper Kettle
- Copper Mules (mugs)
- Bistro Chair and Table Set
- Vintage Books
- White Pumpkins
- Hunter Boots
- Umbrellas
- House Number
- Oak Leaves
- Chicken Crate (coffee table)
- Tufted Chairs
- French Mattress
- Tan Throw Blanket
- Pheasant Feathers
- White Throw Blanket
- Gray Storage Boxes
- Leather Couch
- House Number
- House Number
- Picnic Baskets
Fireside Room
This brainstorming trick works for all design projects, in my experience- parties, room makeovers, seasonal decor, invites, you name it.
Try writing out a list like this and see what you already have on hand!
Fireside Room Sources
Your next stop on the tour is my sweet friend, Beth, from Unskinny Boppy. Some of my best inspiration has come from Beth!
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Sarah, beautiful home ready for fall and great tips for coming up with decor ideas for the season.
Hey Kim, thanks so much for stopping by and for your kind words. They mean so much coming from someone as talented as you!
Thank you for the chance to win. They have really beautiful items!
Thank you for entering. I hope you win! xoxo
Sarah your home is just so warm and welcoming! You had me at the front porch! Beautiful!!
Awww, what a sweet thing to say! That is what I want my home to be viewed as.
Ok, I visited and pinned in hopes of winning the gorgeous Plush Pumpkins. Thank you for the opportunity.
Sarah, your home is just beautiful, so welcoming – I would love to join you there, beginning with your front porch. What a lovely spot to sit and drink that first cup of coffee of the day, or a cup of tea in the afternoon. And then, inside, I love the natural colors, with white and greens. They whisper of fall without being loud, perfect. You create spaces that bring people calm and peace, which is a gift to everyone who comes to your beautiful home. It’s a blessing to be on this tour with you.
Xo Lidy
Wow Sarah! Just when I thought I couldn’t love your home any more. So beautifully decorated for fall. I enjoyed your brainstorming tips and approach to first shop from your own home. Amazing job! ~julie
Sarah, it’s all so beautiful- I love your more neutral Fall with greens and browns and white pumpkins- that’s my favorite combo! Wishing you a wonderful week!!
So many gorgeous spaces. I will be so sad if you go what seems to be the way of so many bloggers….and start replacing your lovely furnishings with more modern items. I adore your home and your style. Will there be a tutorial on the oak cutting hanging wreath? Loved it. And always love plush pumpkins. But that’s not why I’m commenting….I just love the wreath, and that you hung a painting on the porch!
Your decor is beautiful, Sarah! I love your train of thought and how you pull everything together to create such a welcoming home.
Your home is always so beautiful in every season and every day for that matter….I love the “brainstorming” idea! Beautiful details in every space that says a happy family lives here!!
So much charm and loveliness to take in!! Thank you so much Sarah for opening your beautiful home to us on the tour – and for sharing those great tips for brainstorming ideas for decor!!
It’s a joy being on the tour with you!!
xoxo,
Jennifer
lovely. all of it. thanks for the giveaway! xo- maryjo
Visited, pinned, and WOW. So warm and inviting. Makes me want to snuggle in with a hot cup of tea!
Your Fall home is truly lovely, Sarah. It’s like taking a breath of sweet fresh air. Cheers, Ardith
This really inspired me to get in gear and put out my fall decor. I needed the push! I especially love the oak leaves and want to see how I can display some lovely branches since I don’t have a chandelier. Everything, I mean everything looks gorgeous. I did pin those lovely velvet pumpkins so we’ll see! I also love the little velvet bottoms on the acorns.
Everything looks SO beautiful, Sarah! Thanks for the shoutout! 🙂
Those little golden acorns are awesome! I need.
I pinned the give-away here: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/178314466479228384/
You had some wonderful points about decorating that could be applied to any season – lists…as you think of it! Thank you for sharing.
I’m currently decorating my newly drywall/painted living room after having dark, horrid 70’s style paneling. I happened upon your blog while visiting another blog. So happy I did. Love your style! I pinned the pumpkins to my “Fall” board. They would look lovely on my rough-cut mantel. 🙂
I’m so happy that I subscribed to your newsletter. I love decorating my home, especially for the holidays. You have some great ideas. Thank you for a chance to win the velvet pumpkins. I pinned it to my “holiday” board on Pinterest!
That’s so great! Holiday decorating is so much fun, I agree.
Love your brainstorming idea…that’s my goal for Fall decorating this year. Only use what I have around my home and outdoors!
Thank you for the pumpkin giveaway opportunity!
Yes, of course! Thanks for stopping by.
Loving these pumpkins I pinned and browsed their site. LOVE!
Awe, so glad you like them!
I love all of your ideas and will try the brainstorming advice. What lovely pumpkins! I pinned it in cottage Necessities. Thankyou
Thank you, Lorna, you’re so sweet!
I recently bought some plush pumpkins for a friend and am totally in love with them! I definitely need some for myself too! I pinned them in Fall Decor! Thank you for sharing your beautiful style!
Oh, this makes me happy, you’re so nice!
Love your ideas!! Pinned the beautiful pumpkins!
Thank you!
I visited! Gorgeous, Lovely, Awesome!!!
Thank you, that’s so sweet!
Pinned too ~ Ooops!
Everyone in blog land is showcasing their take on fall decorating. Yours is by far my very favorite. Your rooms are soothingly beautiful with serene touches of green – simple and inviting. Happy Fall!
Sandy, thank you, this made my day!
definitely putting that ‘brainstorm’ idea to use! Thanks for the suggestion. And I did pin the pumpkin image…thanks for the opportunity to win some of those beauties!
So glad it helped, and thanks for stopping by!
Absolutely love what you guys have done to your home. It’s not quite Fall tempts here in Texas, but have already started the Fall decor and can’t wait to see the outcome. These cute Lil pumpkins would sure add a nice touch. Have a great day!!
Awe, thanks, hope your day goes well, too!
Great ideas , put together so nicely
Love the pumpkins!
The velvet pumpkins are gorgeous – they are a feast for the eyes. I have pinned these beauties 🙂
Your Fall home tour is just beautiful! I love the cooper teapot and mugs used in your decor! I’ve been picking up cooper items at thrift stores, flea markets, and garage sales this past year and will be using them in my fall decorating as well! Thank you for sharing your “brainstorming tip” for decorating, it is brilliant! I visited the Plush Pumpkin website and pinned too!
Thank you for so many good ideas for Fall! I like lists and I really liked your list for implementing ideas. Also, thanks for the velvet pumpkin giveaway from Plush Pumpkins! I pinned it to my Fall/Thanksgiving Decorating board.
I collect pumpkins and have many beautiful ones. These would make a gorgeous addition to my collection!
Velvet anything – but especially in the fall! ? These are now on my Autumn Style board. And thanks for all the great pics and tips! ?
Such beautiful pumpkins! I happily pinned them to my Fall…My Fav Board on Pintrest
Love the plush pumpkins website! Visited and browsed!
Absolutely lovely and welcoming spaces that help us step into the season. Your creativity and use of simple pieces definitely prove that less is more. Often farmstyle decorating involves clutter but your display of simplicity is the ultimate sophistication and the velvet pumpkins are the exclamation point!
Plush Pumpkins site visited. Lovely.
Thank you, I’m glad you like them!
Adore your style!!! That sweater pillow is gorgeous! And oh my word, Plush Pumpkin might just break the bank with their scrumptious pumpkins! (I’m going to run out of adjectives soon 😉 )
Oh, Trish, you’re so sweet!
Your home is beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing your trick and offering such a lovely giveaway. I pinned the image on Pinterest.
Thanks for the pin and all the kind words, you’re the best!
Thanks for your tips.
I love your use of the little wool coat!
I pinned the image.
Glad to help and thanks for the pin!
This is my first time viewing you blog. I really appreciate your tips on thinking through the season and incorporating that “feel.”
I’m gald you liked it, thank you for stopping by!
Love your site! I visit often sigh and would love to win the pumpkins!
Thank you! I hope you win them!
Very warm and cozy. It looks so welcoming.
You’re always so encouraging, thank you!
Sarah, You pinned a BEE poster/hanging on Sept 21. Please tell me WHERE to find this poster/hanging?
Thank you!
Your home is beautiful and inviting! Love your ideas! Thank you for the plush pumkin opportunity…I have always loved these!
Thanks for stoping by, glad you enjoyed it!
Simply stunning as always! My mind is spinning with ideas. Thanks for sharing and inspiring!
I visited! Thank you fir the chance to win those sweet velvet pumpkins. Your home is stunning!
Everything looks so pretty! I do a bit of brainstorming prior to each seasonal change, too. I had to chuckle though at the mention of rain, rain boots and cold weather….living in the AZ desert, there is no need for rain gear of any kind (well, maybe an umbrella for when we travel out-of-state)!
Oh gosh, so true. Here in the Pacific Northwest we get more than our fair share of cold, wind and rain.:(