Today I’m showing more fall decor that I’ve displayed on the blue secretary desk.
I purchased gourds at the grocery store to add to my fall decor. And I also purchased dried grasses and feather plumes to add to my big white pitcher.
Why I Love Decorating For Fall:
I love decorating for fall because it’s one of my very favorite seasons. It’s when the air is beginning to cool down and the nights are even cooler.
I love the leaves as they change from summer green into red, yellows, and orange colors.
I didn’t really decorate for fall last year, as I was still recovering from ankle surgery. So I purchased new fall decor this year.
Michaels had their fall florals on sale for 50-60 percent off. I picked up some faux pumpkins and painted a few of them. You’ll see that later.
Some of the gourds are stacked together for a more whimsical look.
Glass Canister Of Beans & Peas DIY:
I typically have sand and seashells in this clear glass canister. But I took them out, washed the glass canister, and then added three packages of beans and peas in layers.
This is so simple to do. Just empty the first package of dried beans/peas into the glass canister. Make sure it’s fairly level.
Then dump the second package on top of the first layer. I used green peas. I used the last package of beans.
Then sink a candle of your choice into the glass container.
It’s a nice handmade touch to use for your fall decor.
Are you busy and buzzing with fall decor at your house? Once I finally got everything out and got myself going, I was on a roll.
I was excited to decorate for the fall season that is the end of summer and the beginning of cooler weather to enjoy.
Looks great Brenda. I'm sure it must be fun for you to be able to decorate again this year. xo Laura
Love the natural elements that you used and the way they compliment your beautiful secretary. Yea, fall!
Hugs,
Patti
I love that little pear in the display on the secretary. We are in the midst of packing — yea, husband found a new job, but it means a move to a different town. So, no fall decorating here, except for what the plants outdoors are providing. Love seeing the mums starting to bloom.
Very pretty ! 🙂 The most I have done so far is clear out some summery things, bring in hydrangea to decorate with in various locations indoors, and put up cornstalks outside since they are available now. It's sort of interim here…inside and out.
Love the layered beans and all the different textures in your display !
Oh you know we are around here. Hubby was getting more stuff out tonight.
Brenda,
A beautiful balance of colour and texture and symmetry in that first photo!! Why haven't I noticed that blue secretary before? Have you just painted it or is it new? Isn't it amazing how our beloved red is perfect in any season?!:-)
xo
Poppy
You know I've jumped on the Fall bandwagon! I love the beans and it reminds me that I have some that just might be enough. I think I did something like that with a clear straight sided vase at one time. It really adds a lot of texture. Yours looks so pretty Brenda!
Been decorating for Fall ALL day today! What a job. I love it though. This is my favorite season. Love the layered beans. I use old coffee beans too.
xo Kris
This is so pretty, Brenda! I love the idea of painting the faux pumpkins…I'm always on the hunt for those at the thrift store!
I've been playing with fall decor these past few days, too – but I'm still tweaking things! I did the same thing with a clear vessel and the beans and candle today, too! Easy, inexpensive, and pretty.
I have to tell you what I do. I bought a tub…just white….and right before I decorate for Fall, I wrap my regular decor things and put in that tub….then, I don't have to keep moving it. It stays in there until really after Valentine's….then I put those things back out. I used to put it in the Fall boxes…unpack, put in the Christmas…etc. too much work!
The beans and peas are a great idea, Brenda! I love that white pitcher with the fall bouquet too! I'm definitely into the fall gathering mode.
glad you're feeling up to some fun Fall decor this year. It's good for the heart and soul to do a little decorating, I know it's always good therapy for me. great idea for that candle with the layers of beans, looks homey and cozy for sure!
It's looking pretty festive over here! I'm still moving kind of slowly on the Fall decor. I love the candle in the jar with the beans/peas! I have some jars of barley with candles over here. I imagine by the time I get all my Fall stuff going everyone else will be putting up Christmas! 🙂
Very pretty, Brenda! I really like your white pitcher and the arrangement inside looks very natural and real! Beautiful!
XO,
Jane
I love your fall vignette, Brenda. Love the beans idea!
Sweet vignette Brenda! I've not done any Fall decorating, with S & J staying with us my house is packed to the rim…no room for decorations!!!
Blessings,
Cindy
The beans are a great idea. I am slowly getting my "fall" on.
I bet you're enjoying being able to do more this year since you can finally get around now. I love what you've done on top of your secretary. Michaels has a good assortment of faux pumpkins etc. I have some from years past too. I haven't brought my Fall stuff out yet.
Brenda, Everything looks beautiful! I love the secretary! Anything on it would look fabulous! Just gorgeous!
I love this pretty fall vignette. The white pitcher with the autumn grass plumes and leaves, the little mini pumpkins, and especially the fun glass container with the beans and candle. Really fabulous!
Sounds like fun and I love the beans. I always forget about that. Looks amazing. Hugs, Marty