Autumn Home Tour 2014
Decorating for autumn is one of my favorite parts of the year, especially because being a blogger gives me an excuse to decorate early! This year was an adjustment as it’s our first fall in the Washington DC area…we’re in a townhouse rather than our suburban home in North Carolina so I was working with a smaller layout, especially on the porch, but it was nice to change up my decor a little over last year and the year before.
My wheat and pheasant feather wreath was the first sign of autumn on the front porch, followed by some fall annuals and treasured pumpkins I had to search high and low for! I think the wreath may move inside soon though-we get a brisk wind across the front of the house much of the time and it’s looking a little worse for the wear!
In the living room we’ve made a few changes since our summer home tour just after our move. I removed the colorful art off the wall behind the couch and replaced it with a reclaimed wood wall hanging. The ceilings are ten feet tall on this level and it’s really difficult to figure how to decorate with all that wall space!
While I was all about color when we moved in I scaled back to a more neutral palette after a few months. I still adore my yellow rug and the gold accents I’ve added.
Remember the chalk painted and gold leaf pumpkins I shared last week? I love them!
I updated the banner on the wall hanging with a little bling in the form of glittered letters as well.
I like the toned down colors a lot in here, especially for autumn. (But don’t worry, there’s color coming up later in the tour!)
Just off the living room is the dining area-they are totally open to each other so I kept this room in neutrals too.
I moved one of my favorite paintings in here as well-I paint rarely these days but every now and then I get inspired and something good comes out!
The mantel off the family room and kitchen is all done up in mercury glass and gold. Again-I always forget to move my toddler’s little potty when I photograph the mantel and it shows up in the reflection! Oh well-keeping it real!
I used this little gold leaf garland two years ago-it’s just spray painted dollar store leaves! The wheat was in last year’s mantel as well.
And for you color lovers-the fun family room is still going full swing-a nice dose of whimsy in the area where the kiddos hang out!
I love the fun patterned pillow covers I made-you can find all the fabrics in this post.
I hope you’ve enjoyed the tour!
so warm and pretty- love your wreath!
I love that you re used some of your items…the gold garland is adorable! Perfect touches of fall! Thanks so much for joining us on the tour. ~Sonya
I LOVE that FALL gold sign! Perfect with the golden leaves! Everything looks so pretty! Thanks so much for being a part of the tour! Happy Fall! Melissa
I spy a great idea I will steal! The gold painted dollar store leaves (already have, just need the paint) will be a wonderful change up.
What paint color/brand is in your dining room? It looks creamy dreamy.
Love it girl! So simple and serene. It’s the perfect combination. Sharing on my FB page today 😉
Hugs, Jamie
PS: LOVE reclaimed wall hanging!
Your home looks gorgeous! I love your mercury glass and gold mantel – very elegant. (I wouldn’t have noticed the reflection in your fireplace if you hadn’t have mentioned it, but thanks for keeping it real!)
I love that Autumn banner! I think you solved the high ceiling problem too…the reclaimed piece is perfect. It was fun being on this tour with you…happy Fall!
Hi Melissa. – you have done a great job with the townhouse and incorporating your fall decor is no exceptions. everything is perfect. Wow- did you paint the sunflower print. Its gorgeous!
Love all of your fall decor and harvest touches especially the metallic accents! You’ve created a warm and welcoming home Melissa!
Melissa, I love DC in the fall. My daughter and her husband live on Capital Hill and we love the beauty of that area! And speaking of beauty… your home is just charming! LOVE the neutrals with the mix of some soft color and gold!!! MY fav! It’s simple, chic and such a lovely quiet take on fall! Wonderfully done! I’m leaving with lots of inspiration!
So beautiful! I love the fresh look! LOVE your front entrance and your sweet guard! ~Christy
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Hey Melissa! Just stopping by to let you know that I shared your mantel on my blog today (with credit and a link back, of course). Your home is absolutely gorgeous!
Katie
Here’s the link:
https://funhomethings.com/2015/08/round-up-monday-10-beautiful-fall-mantels.html