Autumn at home is settling in for a season of warm and cozy style. As the official beginning of autumn arrives lovely reminders of its visual and tactile beauty script a love letter to a cozy autumn at home.
“An empty room is a story waiting to
happen, and you are the author.”
—Unknown
Kabinett & Kammer, Franklin, NY
Cozy is a delightful guest- one who never wears out its welcome.
(of a place or surroundings) pleasantly comfortable and cozy.”
pleasantly comfortable and cozy.
“a homey atmosphere”
Mid 19th Century Hand Painted Folk Art Cupboard
When the seasons change it drives inspiration to create and update standout statement vignettes, spots, and corners ready to capture the eye and the essence of the current season.
House & Garden – Photography by Martin Morrell
Years ago our local AM radio station hosted a weekday show called Swap Shop, a radio marketplace format for treasure hunting buyers and sellers.
Swap shop is what I call it when I treasure hunt around the house swapping and switching from within.
“Autumn is the season to find contentment at home
by paying attention to what we already have.”
—Unknown
Transitioning the spaces and places in your home is easily achieved through welcoming rich warm colors and engaging layers to create and convey a cozy mix.
happimess Michael 35″ Wicker Storage Trunk, Brown – Butterscotch
Versatility and style is year-round, but there’s just something about a wicker storage trunk that’s woven into the fabric of fall and winter.
Storage solution for a cozy throw or comforter perfect on a crisp autumn evening.
Bedding from Liberty Fabric ‘Wiltshire’
Fall Scented Linen Spray
Ingredients
½ cup water
½ cup vodka
8-10 drops fall scented essential oil(s)
Directions
Mix water and vodka together in a clean spray bottle.
Add essential oil or combination of oils to mixture, swirling to blend.
Essential oil scents and combinations to consider:
Sweet orange, clove bud and cinnamon bark.
Pumpkin pie.
Brown sugar, apple pie and nutmeg.
Wood spice.
Sweet tangerine.
Cedarwood.
Classic seasonal decor accents convey timeless chic.
Printable Pumpkin Still Life Painting
Naida Armchair with Carved Legs | ARTFUL LIVING DESIGN
Where pastel and bright colors rule the spring into summer color palette, the autumnal allure realized through the choices of darker tones and seasoned finishes resembles nature’s contribution to the rich traditional fall color palette.
Warm colors mingled among textured accents, collected finds, and antique pieces set against the backdrop of layers of soft and comfy candlelight or a crackling fire in the fireplace invite cozy to settle in and stay awhile.
Chippendale George III Style Tilt Top Pie-crust Carved Tea Table
Lauren Bacall at Home 1952 – Photography by Sid Avery
In celebration of what would have been Lauren Bacall’s 100th birthday along with her penchant for cozy spots and spaces.
Edwardian Gate Leg Side Table, Circa 1900
Antique pieces give heart and soul to a space.
Victorian Antique Bobbin Turned Needlepoint Corner Chair
Introducing one or more antique pieces and accents into a predominantly modern decorating scheme anchors a space in character and charm, while striking a balance between visual flow and focal point finery.
Rich distinctive finishes integrate depth and warmth.
Southern Living Magazine – Photography by Helen Norman
Seasonal tabletop accents enhance a fall-autumn-Thanksgiving table set for gathering together.
Set Of 4 Tonquin Dinner Plates
Set Of 6 Harvest Turkey Dinner Plates
Assorted 6″ Pumpkin Appetizer Plate
Setting a seasonal table with collectibles, curiosities, oddities, and in-season decor pieces serves up dimension and focal point finery, and more times than not makes for a “where did you get this?” conversation.
Fitz and Floyd Fall Harvest 10.75In Pheasant Figurine
Windsor dining chairs fall right into place as autumn at home dining chair options.
Brooklyn Brownstone – deVOL Kitchens
Autumn in the kitchen signals soup’s on.
When asked the space in my house that most realizes fall has come home, without a doubt it’s the kitchen.
Old terrine with hare head, Pillivuyt, France
Great serving pieces, serving trays, compotes, set of table linens, throw pillows, lamps, wall accents, rugs- it doesn’t take a complete space overhaul or remodel to introduce texture, color, or pattern of the season to your interior or exterior home decor.
Antique Pewter Bowl pear shape handle on lid
Vintage Japanese Soup Tureen with Plate and Lid from the 70s
Vintage Ornate Brown Fruit Design Soup Tureen With Platter Lid And Spoon
Recipes, dishes, and treats fall into the category of creature comforts.
“Nostalgia—that’s the Autumn,
Dreaming through September
Just a million lovely things
I always will remember.”
—Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
Taste of Fall Spice Rub
Ingredients
2 Tablespoon minced onion
2 Tablespoon dried thyme
2 Tablespoon brown sugar
1 Tablespoon cinnamon
1 Tablespoon dried parsley flakes
2 teaspoons ground cloves
2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 bay leaves
Directions
In a small mixing bowl, combine all ingredients together.
Store spice rub in an airtight container.
Damask Embroidered Upholstery Fabric
Hand Tufted Hand Made 100% Wool Transitional Oriental Area Rug Slate
Yellow Wheat Reversible Decorative Pillow
Lulu Decor Cast Iron Door Stop (Key)
Antique Chinoiserie Red Lacquer Papier Mache Match Holder Match Striker
Metal Table Lamp with Patterned Shade
Rowyn Wire Brushed Wood 62-inch Entryway Dining Bench
Napping Cat Shaped Accent Rug with Skid-Resistant Backing
Assorted 11″ Pheasant Tabletop Accent by Ashland®
Antique Brass Andirons, Fireplace Brass Firedogs
Wooden Artificial Rattan Dining Chairs 2pcs for Small Spaces Kitchen
Table Lamp with Urn Style Base with Decorative Dome Style Art Glass Shade
This Barrister Lane 3-Drawer Sindoori Mango Chest of Drawers impresses for a few reasons. The under $300 price point sits well, the finish offers a rustic charm, and the overall size makes this piece a versatile choice for most spaces.
Barrister Lane 3-Drawer Sindoori Mango Chest of Drawers
Hardware enhancement elevates the detail and increases visual interest.
Carved Wood Fruit and Nut Large Pull Reproductions
DIY Apple Wreath from The Wood Grain Cottage
Fall Fruit Facts:
Did you know there are 7500 varieties of apples grown throughout the world with 1oo varieties grown commercially here in the United States.
Cinnamon (also called quills) is the perfect spice compliment to sweet and salty drinks and dishes.
Pears are members of the rose family with origins dating back to 1000 B.C.
To commemorate the taste of fall and the annual parish fair midway favorite, I’m thinking baked caramel apples are a must.
Back in our antiques auctions days, I bid on and won a collection of small decorative plates including this Pheasants in flight showstopper.
Touches and hints of the season through decor additions and updates inspired by the best features of the season.
Pheasant Wall Art, Vintage Digital Print
“Ah, September!
You are the doorway to the season that awakens my soul…
but I must confess that I love you only because
you are a prelude to my beloved October.”
― Peggy Toney Horton
