CELEBRATIONS: Cork & Feather Place Cards

The entertaining season is upon us friends! Time to spruce up the house and get ahead of the curve.

Etceteras: moss and pussy willow nest

Fall is in the air but I think a bird nest is a nice decorative touch no matter what the season. I typically display a bird’s nest in the spring when they’re naturally in season and home to a mama bird and her eggs.

HOME ROOM: Dining Room -A Touch of Fall

If my decorating schedule went by the weather, I’d be sharing some coastal décor complete with shells and sea glass. In my neck of the woods, we nearly hit 100 degrees this week. Even though it’s sweltering, I’m going by the calendar and the calendar says it’s officially fall.

SHOW & TELL: How to Add Fall Accents to you Home

Fall is almost officially here.In some areas it’s still hot and very summer-like and in other areas the temperature is dropping rapidly. I happen to live in an area that will be warn for a few more months. It’s hard to get into the fall leaves and soup mode when you’re still wearing shorts. So in case you’re like me and need an extra push to start feeling fall, I’ve rounded up some of my favorite fall | autumn projects from my archives.

UPCYCLING: Grey Felt Fall Treat Tin

I’m so excited to finally be sharing some real fall projects. First up is this simple treat can. The combination of grey felt, beautiful, crisp  fall leaves and turquoise is quite possibly my favorite fall combination to date.

Homeroom: Blue and Natural Fall Hutch

Decorating for fall this year was not an easy task. Why? Because it’s still scorching hot here in Southern California. But I persevered and brought autumn into my home.

SHOW & TELL: Fall Décor Ideas You’ll Love

Hello friends! I’m out of town, traveling for business (my day job) so today I’ve gathered up some fall décor inspiration for you. All of these projects are from my archives. I love fall, don’t you? I have some fun new projects to share with you when I return. Once I get back, get unpacked and settled, I’ll be back on track with some crafty goodies. In the meantime, enjoy these fall ideas – they are some of my favorites.

CELEBRATIONS: A Touch of Fall from my Home

These are just some snippets of fall from some of my projects or the styling for some of my projects. I love fall and when I went through my photos recently, I put together some of my favorite. Not everyday has to include a complicated craft or diy project to keep me inspired. Sometimes it’s something as simple as some peppercorns or moss.

CELEBRATIONS: Fall Inspiration Round Up

You probably don’t need any inspiration to get creative during the fall. There’s something about the season itself that brings out beautiful creativity, décor and cooking. But here are some things that have me inspired this fall and I thought I’d share.

CELEBRATIONS: Neutral Fall Hutch

Phew. I finally have some fall décor up and as always, it feels so good to freshen up a room with bits of seasonal décor.

EXTRA CREDIT: All Things Fall Y'all Blog Hop and Giveaway

Hello friends. I've teamed up with some amazing bloggers to bring you a All Things Fall Y'all Blog Hop & Giveaway! Along with fabulous Fall DIY crafts, decor and recipes, we are excited to bring you the chance to win one of four CASH PRIZES totaling over $1,000!

Wouldn't it be amazing to win some holiday spending money?

 

THE ALL THINGS FALL Y'ALL BLOG HOP & GIVEAWAY IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY

Kenarry: Ideas for the Home | Oh My! Creative | View from the Fridge | One Krieger Chick

 

GRAND PRIZE: $575

2nd PRIZE: $300

3rd PRIZE: $200

4th PRIZE: $13 - Lucky number 13! Buy yourself a few pumpkin lattes!

UPCYCLING: Easy Chalkboard Sign

Am I late to the chalkboard party? I’ve actually done a few chalkboard projects but this is my first chalkboard sign. I’m not sure if the chalkboard trend will be with us much longer but that’s okay, I still wanted a chalkboard sign for my hutch. I don’t have a mantel so this dining room hutch is my décor central. And since this frame was just sitting around and fit perfectly on the top shelf, it seemed like it was meant to be.

CELEBRATIONS: Purple & Orange Fall Centerpiece

This year I planned to go with neutrals for my fall color palette but this purple and orange burst of color happened accidentally.

AU NATURALE: Fall Wreath & (The Wreath Depot Giveaway)

I mentioned awhile back that I started working full time again. My time for crafting and decorating is very limited. I work on blog projects and posts in the morning before work, after work and on weekends. But I always seem to be playing beat the clock and I haven’t had anything pretty in advance of the current season in a long time.

AU NATURALE: Natural Fall Décor Ideas

Fall is in the air. Do you feel it? Actually me neither. It’s been really warm here in in Southern California but I’m ready. I say bring on fall. To get me inspired, I gathered a few beautiful natural fall décor ideas.

Etceteras: Labor Day Recipes and Décor Ideas

Happy Labor Day to my U.S. friends! Here’s in the U.S. we’re enjoying a 3-day weekend. Just as Memorial Day unofficially opens summer, Labor Day symbolizes the end of summer. Kids are most likely back in school or will be by next week and the evenings are turning cool. Yes, fall is around the corner.

So while I enjoy the last day of “summer” I thought I’d share some Labor Day recipe ideas and as we look forward to fall, some fall décor projects. See you tomorrow for The Inspiration Board Creative Party friends!

Old Fashioned Lemon Bars  |  Quinoa Pilaf  |  Mango Salsa  |  Caprese Crostini Skewers  |  Spinach, Apple & Glazed Pecan Salad  |  Classic Southern Chocolate Pie  |  Pomegranate Lemonade Ice 

A variety of traditional and new food dishes to try. From Classic Southern Chocolate Pie to Quinoa.

CELEBRATIONS: Turning Leaf refresh

I love trying new things and this Refresh Turning Leaf wine that I just tried is perfect for year round celebrations and a great alternative for fall gatherings.

Celebrations: Martha Stewart’s Fall 2013 Halloween Special Issue

Photo by Lucas Allen. Courtesy of Martha Stewart Halloween Special Issue. Copyright ©2013.

For some truly magical inspiration it’s such a pleasure to share with you Martha Stewart’s Fall 2013 Special Halloween Issue. The pages are jam packed with over 125 Halloween ideas for costumes, decorations, entertaining, pumpkins and treats. This pumpkin cauldron would be a hit at any party, from little trick or treaters to grown ups celebrating into the night.

Celebrations: Copper & Glitter Pumpkins {& Halloween Blog Hop}

I’m so glad you joined me today for a special Halloween Project Parade. I’ve teamed up with some amazing bloggers to share Halloween ideas and celebrate the season with a special link party.

Here's what I'm sharing for the parade. Transforming cheap pumpkins has become standard on blogs and craft websites. I love coming up with new ideas and ways to pretty up those funky looking fake pumpkins you can pick up at dollar stores and discount stores.

Celebrations: The Owls Have Landed {Halloween Décor}

I usually like to wait until October 1st to break out the Halloween décor but since tomorrow is The Inspiration Board creative party, I’m starting a day early. Considering some malls already have holiday décor up, I think it’s okay.