I don’t know about you, but when it comes to fall decorating, it can be overwhelming to figure out what to do with your home.
From pillows to throws to pumpkin-shaped candles, it can be hard to even know where to start. I struggle with wanting to completely swap everything in my home or not wanting to even look at another fall decoration.
Luckily, I’ve found some ways to refresh my home for fall without spending a dime (yes, really), and I’m sharing my best tips with you.
Swapping Out Throw Pillow Covers
My springtime and summer throw pillows are usually bright and bold patterned covers that don’t exactly scream “cozy fall.” This time of the year, I head to my linen closet and investigate other throw pillow covers I have lying around.
It’s easy and free to choose from your collection of covers, and it’s a quick way to transform your living room or bedroom in an instant.
This fall, I opted for deep and rich blues that make my home look and feel more cozy and comfortable—jeweled tones are always in style for fall.
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Painting My Dishware
When all else fails, paint is an easy way to switch up a part of your home that needs some revamping. While you can go big and paint an accent wall for your bedroom or drastically change your dining room table color, I personally like to focus on the little details.
One of my favorite things to do come autumn is to spray paint wine bottles a deep orange or black and put fake flowers inside to use as a vase. You can spray paint any bottles, dishes, or trinkets in your collection and showcase them for all to see. It’s fun, free and easy!
Bringing Out Neutral Accessories
Gold is always my go-to color for fall, as it creates such a warm and inviting vibe in any room. When the temperatures drop and I need an extra sweater when I step outside, I like to get out all of my gold trinkets and put them on full display.
It can be as simple as swapping out your white soap dispenser and bathroom trays for gold ones or adding a gold candle to your coffee table in your living room.
Busting Out My Cozy Blankets
If you go into your linen closet, I’m sure you’ll find beautiful blankets and throws that you haven’t seen in years. A wonderful way to make your home fall-ready is to get out all your blankets to help your home feel more snug and intimate.
I always take out my chunky blankets and add them to my blanket ladder or basket to display them. This will also give you easy access when you or your guests need some extra warmth.
Picking Flowers
Fresh flowers always do the trick when you want your home to feel more fresh and updated. While the autumn season lasts, you likely will still have some blooms from your garden still thriving.
I always love to snip off a few fresh flowers from my garden and display them on my bathroom and dining room table. This is such an overlooked way to spruce up your home and make it look more inviting for guests.
Lighting My Fall Candles
If you’re anything like me you have a lot of half-used candles shoved in junk drawers and closets. That’s why every fall, I go on a candle hunt and search high and low for all the candles that I have before buying any more.
Whether you’re a scent lover or prefer unscented candles, lighting up your candles in the evening will give your home the golden glow you’ve been waiting for.