Homemaking
Five Easy Ways to add Autumn Décor to Your Home
September 05, 2016
I am truly counting down the days until Fall, which is September 22nd. While I count, and wonder if it will ever feel cooler, I have put together a little maple leaf tablescape that includes a maple leaf giveaway.I was inspired by the brilliant color and the attention to detail in this pretty Fall Maple art piece which is being offered by the Darren Gygi Home Collection, for this Fall giveaway.I chose to use this maple leaf as the theme for my outdoor tablescape, where I built my tablescape around the color, texture and woodsy feel.
Tip 1. Add Fresh Fruit
I thought I would also share some easy tips to help you create a Fabulous Autumn tablescape.For this particular tablescape, I am keeping it natural.When I think of Fall I think of pumpkins, leaves, and apples.Since I had these overripe red apples in the fridge, rather than throw them out, I added them to my tablescape.Using faux boxwood garland I nestled these bright red apples alongside the garland, then added a few multi-colored Autumn leaves.The red of the apples also complements the maple leaf and my little red bird too.
Tip 2. Adding nature to an Autumn outdoor Tablescape
We have a very natural backyard with wonderful Cedars and Oaks which is the perfect backdrop for this natural Autumn outdoor tablescape. Often times I equate bird nests to Spring, however bird nests are perfect for Fall too.For an extra natural feel I added a nest to our table alongside my redbird, included a few fall leaves and a velvet pumpkin.Tip 3. Candles and CandlesticksCandles are such a lovely way to add ambiance and you cannot go wrong with creme or white. Candlesticks are a great way to provide continuity and anchor the theme of any tablescape.I chose to use wood candlesticks for my outdoor Autumn tablescape.Tip 4. Table Runners
Choosing a table- runner for your Autmn tablescape will make all the difference in the world.Texture, color, and weight of the fabric will add interest to the theme that you are striving to create.Rule of thumb for the size of a table runner should be about 1/3 to 1/4 as wide as your table andhang down about 6 to 12 inches on each end.If you have extra fabric from a previous project, you might like my no-sew table-runner tutorial.Tip 5. Mix Tall and Low Centerpieces
Mixing short and tall centerpieces to your tablescape will help a space feel vibrant and full.General guideline keep the tall's around 24 inches and your shorts around 12 inches or under.Darren Gygi is generously offering this Autmn Maple Leaf as this week's giveaway and just in time for you to incorporate it into your home decor.As you can see there are endless possibilities on how to add a touch of Fall to your tablescape too with this giclee print.You will find Darren Gygi on Twitter and Face Book too, I just know he'd love for you to let him know how much we all appreciate his super giveaways!Just leave me a little howdy in the comment section and that will be your entry into this giveaway.Winner will be announced on Friday!Thanks for joining me~XO
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Very pretty! Love that velvet pumpkin. Where did you get yours? It will be hot here long after the end of September, I'm afraid.
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Your table looks beautiful, Jemma and that print is divine! Red...swoon! ❤️
ReplyDeleteI LOVE incorporating nature into my holiday decorating, especially little pumpkins in the fall. But then I get puzzled for ideas. Thanks for the tips about staggering the heights of things as well. Sounds almost like planting a garden!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty Jemma! I'm not counting down, I just pretend that it's already fall! It's been beautiful weather-wise though the heat and humidiy is comig bak this week.
ReplyDeleteLove the Maple leaf! It makes a nice focal point for your tablescape! The wooden candlesticks also look wonderful in the mix!!! Happy Fall Jemma!!! Hope it cools down for you!
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Linda
Very pretty Jemma! I'm not counting down, I just pretend that it's already fall! It's been beautiful weather-wise though the heat and humidiy is comig bak this week.
ReplyDeleteLove the Maple leaf! It makes a nice focal point for your tablescape! The wooden candlesticks also look wonderful in the mix!!! Happy Fall Jemma!!! Hope it cools down for you!
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Linda
Getting ready for fall has such a nice pace. I don't feel rushed. Maybe I should?
ReplyDeleteThe maple print is lovely :)
How adorable. Gorgeous tablescape.
ReplyDeleteSo pretty Jemma. I plan to start adding fall decor to our home this week whether the temps cooperate or not. If I wait for that it usually means it's time for Christmas decor instead!
ReplyDeleteHello Jemma dear! I have limited use on the internet but I wanted to come by; it is cooling down for us with lots of rain and soon it will be COLD! But I enjoy this time of year and your tablescape is beautiful. YES, fresh fruit and anything fresh and seasonal always adds such beauty to the table! Have a lovely week my friend!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful table, those bright colors are making me wish the trees would start turning colors.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the giveaway, so sweet!
Oh Jemma, your orange little pumpkin reminds me of my orange velvet pumpkin that I just posted today. Your Fall table is so pretty, and the rooster makes it even more special. The candles and apples are charming, and also that sweet red bird. Apples just say "Fall" to me. Autumn on its way, Jemma, and it's already getting cooler here.
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This is so pretty- I've been offline all weekend busy working on the farm outside. So this was a nice welcome as I to am waiting for fall. So tired of these temperatures. Love the velvet pumpkin gosh one day when I'm done cleaning out and finally settled I hope to have time to create a pretty centerpiece. I just love all these details - simply perfection.
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I'm also getting all my Fall decor ready. The maple leaf print is so pretty. Your tablescape, adorable. Great tips!
ReplyDeleteI'm spending the evening catching up on your delightful posts.Truly great tips you have provided. I too love to add fresh fruit and vegetables.
ReplyDeleteso cute!
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Nice combo, Jemma! The sugar maple is WV's state tree, and I love its beauty each fall. What a nice giveaway for the season.
ReplyDeleteRita
I love the textures and colors of your tablescape Maples have always been my favorite northern tree I Miss them.
ReplyDeleteHello, Jemma! I love the beautiful fall tablescape. Since, I have already won one of your giveaways you can leave my name out. The leaf print is lovely. Great tips and ideas. Happy Tuesday, enjoy your day!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful!
ReplyDeleteLove the maple leaf. Great tips for decorating. You did a great job on your fall vignette.
ReplyDeleteSo glad I can comment from my phone and not have to type all my info. I need to learn what setting you have that enables that. It would be helpful to everyone.
Oh man, I am just so ready for fall. Tablescape looks amazing!
ReplyDeleteHi Jemma, Such an inviting setting. So ready for fall and a change of season. Love all you share here and the giveaway is special. Thank you for stopping by and your sweet comments. Sorry to be slow in revisiting, but with my arm, I'm on limits to computer time. Wishing you a special day!! Hugs!!
ReplyDeleteGood Morning Jemma. Love your pretty tablescape. Wishing you a great week ahead.
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Kris
The table is stunning ♥ Have a lovely day ♥
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Your table looks so pretty, Jemma! Love all the natural touches! Great tips too, thanks.
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Cecilia
Love the bright, cheerful maple leaf! Your tablescape makes me smile. :-)
ReplyDeleteMarilyn (in Dallas)
Love all your guidelines and the wonderful photos to illustrate. You are so right about the right table runner and I may well borrow the pumpkin-in-a-nest idea! I'm not as gung ho as you to welcome fall, though! (Maybe I would be if I lived in the South). I am holding onto endless summer like a parachuter to rip cord! I'll love the fall when it's time -- but still clutching my summer sun!
ReplyDeleteThe colors in your tablescape are incredible. Autumn is my favorite season. In Sept, I use leaves, acorns, scarecrows, pumpkins, squirrels. In Oct, I add witches, jack-o-lanterns & ghosts. After Halloween, it's pilgrims & turkeys. I'm so sad when it ends & can't wait until it begins again. Your table looks like a million bucks! thanks
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful tablescape with lots of inspiration! We're having vey different weather for us in September- 90 degrees and tonight will be rain with thunder! I hope it cools down there in your area soon and you can start to enjoy the fall season. That maple leaf picture is a beautiful addition to have for the autumnal displays. I can definitely find a way to use it!
ReplyDeletelooks beautiful
ReplyDeleteIt all looks so pretty. xo Laura
ReplyDeleteYour table looks wonderful. Love the maple leaf art.
ReplyDeleteLooks so good Jemma.
ReplyDeleteThe Fall provides us with some great colours does't it.
All the best Jan
Howdy Lady, great post, I love the tables and how its set with all my favorite things!
ReplyDeleteMaria
Your table is beautiful as well as inspirational, Jemma. Have a great week.
ReplyDeleteJoyce, this is just absolutely gorgeous. I enjoy all the neutral fall decor but I love the more traditional autumn colors.
ReplyDeleteYou make the most beautiful tablescapes! We had a taste of fall last week with some cooler weather, but now it's very hot and humid again. Thanks for the chance to win that beautiful maple leaf print!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful decorations!
ReplyDeleteLovely tablescape Jemma!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful display of Autumns colors and accessories. I love seeing pretty vignettes such as this. Darren's art is beautiful. I love this time of year and spring. Not too hot or cold. Happy Wednesday sweet Jemma. xo
ReplyDeleteYour table *almost* makes me want to decorate for autumn ;).
ReplyDeleteSeriously, it's so lovely, and I agree that the addition of fresh items like fruit add so much to a vignette.
Your table looks wonderful. The tip of high and low items is so important. Those leaves are gorgeous. sheila
ReplyDeleteI have a thing for leaves, especially red ones! I would love that maple leaf to decorate with. All the elements in your tablescape are lovely and look perfect together!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful early fall table Jemma, I love the colorful rooster crowing amid the falling leaves and apples!
ReplyDeleteJenna
You do Fall décor beautifully Jemma. Simply gorgeous,
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Vera
Jemma, such a pretty autumn table ...love mixing the fruit with the leaves! Pam @ Everyday Living
ReplyDeleteTotally beautiful tablescape. I am pinning this one for reference later. I love the mixed colors and the reds!
ReplyDeletethanks for sharing,
pamela@mommacan.com
Your ideas lift my spirits! Thank you. Susan
ReplyDeleteYour ideas lift my spirits! Thank you. Susan
ReplyDeleteEverything is so pretty.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing with SYC.