Easy Ways to Bring On Fall

Fall is my favorite season! In our area, the weather is not yet cool, but fall is in the air, There is an anticipation as we eagerly await the change of seasons.

I love to decorate my home for fall. My family tells me I begin way too early, but this is my way of bringing on the beauty of fall. All of the stores have beautiful fall displays and items that just beckon you to bring them home!

If you want to fill your home with the feeling of fall, look for ways to engage all of the senses - sight, sounds, smell, taste and touch. Here are some easy ways to fill your home with fall.

I'm also including some of my personal finds. It's not too early to shop, there is a great selection available now!

1. Add a pop of color by replacing everyday pillows with fall themed styles.

*My newest pillow - from Dollar General!

2. Set the mood with the soft glow of lanterns.

3. Add a cozy element with warm, textured throws.

4. Pumpkins, pumpkins, pumpkins. You can never have too many pumpkins!

5. Layer wall décor that reflects the sentiments of the season.

These are available everywhere! Find one that reflects you and your heart!

6. Enjoy the fragrance of the season with candles.

You can never have enough candles!

7. Embrace all of the senses, which of course includes food! Stewed apples, pumpkin bread, cookies, all these things not only engage our taste, but fill our heat with a bit of homemade love.

Add a festive table setting to make every dinner special!

If you love fall, get started now to fill your home and surround your senses with the essence of the season!

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