From Foothills to Fog: Fall at Home

I've always loved decorating for fall. Pumpkins, mums, warm fall tones around the house. But since having the boys, I've gotten more and more into Halloween. Then, after Halloween, I simplify with all of my favorite cozy fall pieces to last through Thanksgiving.

This year I did a new vignette on the black entry table I refinished. I had seen this on Pinterest and was inspired for a spooky little moment. I love how it turned out! It was actually so easy, I went to the backyard to collect sticks from the oak trees, but realized there were these perfect dried vines that had the little curly pieces where the vine wrapped itself on things. I used flower arranging foam to arrange them in the vase, then stuck the bats to them with the little sticker adhesive that came with them. So easy, and a fun little project for me.

I was also inspired by Alaina with these mesh black fabric drapes for a little spooky flair, so I added some to the mirrors around the house. It added a fun touch. Last year, I finally was able to purchase the coveted ghosts from Mollie Jenkins Pottery, and I am obsessed. I also got these little candle holders last year, and finally remembered to get black candles and candle snuggers while I was out this week. Such a simple and genius solution to making candles fit in the holder! I saw this pin the other day for a ghost garland, so I'm planning to make that as well. But for now, I'm loving our spooky mantle.

I love to add festive touches around the house. Each of the boys have the Halloween theme books and felt garland on their bookshelves in their room. And the bathrooms get a few bats and some garland as well. We have cute little door hangers we've collected from Andrew's Mom over the years, as well as countless pumpkins. The boys have yet to add their Halloween window clings to the front window, but that is on the list this week too. We're almost done adding all our spooky touches, and the boys are loving it as much as Mom!

Decorating the front porch might be my favorite of all! I haven't finished our porch yet this year, (we're going to get pumpkins this weekend)! But here is a look at our set up last year! The skeletons are so fun, I love the skull we added to the fountain last year with the light at night. Thinking we may need to get 1-2 more friends for this year but it's getting a bit late at this point.