BM Archives :: 8 Reasons to Get Excited for Fall

I posted this last year and it still applies today! Fall is here and I'm excited - what about you?!

Well, it's time for me to accept that summer is officially over and Fall has arrived, something that's always a little tough for me since Summer is my favorite season! Although the weather here in southern California feels like the middle of July, that "fall feeling" is in the air and I'm looking forward to cooler weather arriving soon. To fully embrace the season changing, here are some of the things I look forward to most during fall. What are you looking forward to most this season?

 No.1 - Decorating your front porch with pumpkins and and maybe a wreath for your door

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 No.2 - A great excuse to purchase some new pillows and a cozy throw for your living room sofa

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 No.3 - Homemade stews and soups - the season for comfort food!

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 No.4 - Cozy nights curled up by the fire

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 No.5 - Creating festive centerpieces and arrangements for the dining room and kitchen 

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 No.6 - Catching up on reading a good book on a cold and rainy night

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 No.7 - Lighting tealights all around the house for a cozy ambiance 

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 No.8 - Hosting an intimate Fall dinner party with your closest friends

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Eight Reasons to Get Excited for Fall

Well, it's time for me to accept that summer is officially over and Fall has arrived, something that's always a little tough for me since Summer is my favorite season! Although the weather here in southern California feels like the middle of July, that "fall feeling" is in the air and I'm looking forward to cooler weather arriving soon. To fully embrace the season changing, here are some of the things I look forward to most during fall. What are you looking forward to most this season?

 No.1 - Decorating your front porch with pumpkins and and maybe a wreath for your door

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 No.2 - A great excuse to purchase some new pillows and a cozy throw for your living room sofa

[image source]

 No.3 - Homemade stews and soups - the season for comfort food!

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 No.4 - Cozy nights curled up by the fire

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 No.5 - Creating festive centerpieces and arrangements for the dining room and kitchen 

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 No.6 - Catching up on reading a good book on a cold and rainy night

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 No.7 - Lighting tealights all around the house for a cozy ambiance 

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 No.8 - Hosting an intimate Fall dinner party with your closest friends

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DIY Fall Decorating Projects

Feeling crafty this weekend? Try one of these fun DIY projects to bring a little bit of the fall spirit into your home. I don't like to go overboard with seasonal decorating - just a touch here and there with a pretty wreath, some candles and pumpkins and I'm all set. What about you? How do you decorate for the new season? Have a great weekend!!! xoxo - Julie 

 1. Fabric Wreath

 2. Glitter Pumpkin Candle Holders

 3. Autumn in a Jar Potpurri

 4. Fall Table Centerpiece

 5. Chevron Pumpkins (I'm totally gonna try this one!)

 6. Fall Wreath (found this one on Pinterest and can't track down the DIY instructions...looks like dried / fake berries with felt flowers?)

7. Mini Pumpkin Candle Holder

8. Painted Pumpkins

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Christmas Decorating Theme: Natural Wonderland

Happy Friday! I'm so happy the weekend is here :) Today's Christmas theme is centered around "Natural Wonderland", which is perfect for those of you who enjoy simple, elegant and organic decor during the holidays. This look is inspired by nature with fresh greens, natural woods and textured fabrics like burlap and linen. I haven't tried this theme out myself, but am really drawn to the simplicity and beauty of it! How do you plan on decorating your home / tree this year? ***Have a wonderful weekend! Be sure to visit again next week to get the scoop from several guest bloggers on their Top 5 Christmas Gift Picks. xoxo - Julie

Natural tabletop decor idea. [Image from Centsational Girl]

"Petals scattered around candles in glass goblets make an elegant centerpiece when displayed on a simple wooden platter. These paper petals bloom beautifully all season long -- perfect for holiday soirees!" [Image & info from BHG.com]

A simple yet impactful way to decorate the fireplace mantel! [Image found here]

Fresh greens wrapped in burlap containers look great placed around the home during the holidays [Live Rabbit Foot Fern from Pottery Barn]

A sweet and easy way to dress up ordinary dining chairs. [Image found here]

Burlap wrapped hurricanes make lovely centerpieces. [Image via Pinterest]

Fill a clear glass jar with natural branches and hang gift tags with holiday messages from them. [Image from Country Living]

I love this idea! Fill buckets, pots or ceramic pitchers with small trees or plants and spell out the message of your choice with decorative paper letters. [Image from The Inspired Room]

Wooden Cutout Trees from West Elm

Paper Mache Reindeers from West Elm

How cute are these Mason Jar Snow Globes from Anthropologie?!

Christmas Decorating Theme: Vintage Chic

Happy December 1st! Just 24 short days until Christmas. Today's Christmas decorating theme is centered around the theme "Vintage Chic" with a modern twist. I love the combination of seafoam green and bronze, accented with white and silver mercury glass! It's elegant, fresh and a nice change from using the traditional Christmas green color. I've rounded up some fantastic inspiration photos as well as a few of my favorite products out there to achieve this look. What do you think about this Christmas theme? Please feel free to comment on any ideas or additional suggestions! Cheers :)

A great idea for layering accessories and objects to create a Christmas vignette on the fireplace mantel or entry console table! [Image found here]

Hang festive holiday ornaments from your dining room chandelier [Image via BHG]

Tabletop tree idea via Martha Stewart

A clever way to display holiday cards - string them across a mirror to create your very own Christmas Card garland. [Image via Martha Stewart]

Paper plate angels - a simple and festive way to dress up your table settings! [Image via Martha Stewart]

A simple napkin ring made of satin ribbon [Image via Martha Stewart]

Hang ornaments from a vase filled with large branches or twigs - perfect for the entry console table [Image via Country Living]

Mercury Glass Pillar Holders from Pottery Barn

Bronze Bird Glass Ornaments

Shiny Seafoam Green Christmas Ball Ornament

Perforated Porcelain Trees from West Elm

Deco Sequin Stocking from West Elm