Ten Tips To Decorate For Autumn
By Breiana Cecil-Satchwell
Cool breezes, warm colors, hearty aromas! A time for the
harvest and for surrounding yourself with the beauty of the
changing season. Autumn is my favorite time of the year! Out
doors is where I like to be in these months, so when its time
to come back in, I like for my interior to reflect the
wholesome harvest season. Check out these ten home decorating
tips for bringing your seasonal senses alive this Autumn!
1. In cooler months, you need warmer colors! Look all around
you to discover the harvest colors-pumpkin, cinnamon, amber,
wine reds, harvest golds, nutty browns, deep salmon, etc.
2. Time to switch out that summer decor! Bring back the ornate
picture frames, deeper colored throw pillows, and warmer
fabrics. These items can warm up an interior when the
temperature outside is dropping!
3. For my entire life, my Mother has always burned special
candles in the Fall. Candles are a must! Cinnamon Bun,
Hazelnut, Pumpkin Spice, Biscotti, Maple-Talk about awakening
your senses!
4. Baskets symbolize giving, and Autumn is the beginning of the
giving season. Ancient beliefs say that the Harvest is a time to
give offerings to nature. Fill beautiful wicker baskets with
leaves, twigs, or fruits! They will be a great addition to your
decor.
5. Bittersweet, yarrow, berry vines, pumpkins, gourds, golden
pears, dark red apples, nuts of all sorts, artificial leaves
and flowers are some other great filling ideas for baskets,
shelves, bowls, and vases around the house.
6. Pull out the nature inspired rugs, table top, and linens.
Berries, fruits, cornucopias, stripes and patterns in any of
the previously mentioned colors!
7. Switch your drapes or blinds. Prepare to keep the cold out,
and do it in style! Vintage laces and crochets are a great
addition to your seasonal window treatments.
8. The trees seem to age in this season. Follow that theme by
switching some of your metallic furnishing (frames, lamps,
chimes, hardware) from silver to brass and rust.
9. PATTERNS ARE BACK!!!! Put away your summer solids and
geometrics and bring out the inviting patterns. Check out
freespiritfabric.com!
10. Not many people I know can afford to repaint their walls
with the changing seasons! If not, reinvent by changing out
your artwork. Check out www.overstockart.com for affordable and
abundant choices for you Autumn decor. Van Goghs Rest From
Work, or Wheat field, Klimts Beech Forest, and OKeefes Two
Pears and Single Calla Lily are just a few ideas! Happy Harvest
and Happy Decorating!!
About The Author: Breiana Cecil-Satchwell of
University with a Bachelor Degree in Interior Design and in
Studio Art. Breiana is an avid enthusiast of the art and design
world and intends on continuing her contribution to the
industry. Breiana is currently working as an interior designer
at the Studio Design Gallery, Indianapolis, Indiana.Talk to
