{Fall Tablescape Ideas}

There's nothing like the change in season to put you in the mood for redecorating.  With all of the fun fall events that are upon us, it's imperative that you have a welcoming yet stylish table for your guests to enjoy.  Fall is a great time to make use of nature's rustic charm and wonderful decor assets.  Use pine cones, leaves, apples or acorns to bring autumn to your table without breaking the bank.  And if you turn it into a fun game, you can use the kids as your free labor for gathering decor items from the yard.  (Did I say that???)

Here are a few things I found while perusing the net that I loved for my fall table.  So many options...how will I ever decide?



{branches!  who'da thunk it?? and spraypainted metallic pumpkins add a modern flare}
photo credit: ivillage



{the simplicity with a pop of nature...very chic!}
photo credit: ivillage



{a unique color palette made seasonable with the tiny pumpkins}
photo credit: ivillage



{hurricane candles with pieces of nature...smart and budget friendly}
photo credit: ivillage



{the white makes it modern, the brown makes it rustic, the green just pops}
photo credit: the happier homemaker



                             {bright leaves on branches...very unexpected}

                                   photo credit: the heart of the sea home



                                {intimate table setting for two...classy and romantic}

                                                  photo credit: a holiday haven

 

{Unique Easter Egg Ideas}

I tell you...every year I'm amazed at what the Easter Egg Companies have come up with by way of new, creative ways to decorate eggs.  You no longer just blindly use the wax candle, dunk your eggs in dye and wait to see what the heck your drawing ends up looking like.  Now-days every egg is a fabulous masterpiece to be adored and coveted and, in my house, judged, awarded, and celebrated. 

It may be hard to compete with some of those boxed egg decorating kits, but here are a few creative (some simple and some not) ways to decorate your eggs this year.

{...the natural way...}

http://twomenandalittlefarm.blogspot.com/2011/04/dyeing-easter-eggs-natural-way.html

{...with Kook-Aid...} 

http://www.heyjenrenee.com/2011/04/kool-eggs.html

{...with leaves...} 

http://www.tipjunkie.com/easter-egg/

{...marbled...} 

www.themetapicture.com

{...with monograms...} 

http://lilluna.com/monogram-easter-eggs/

{...with edible glitter...} 

http://www.recipe.com/sparkling-easter-eggs/

{...with stencils...} 

http://www.homemadesimple.com/en-us/crafts/pages/not-your-average-eggs.aspx

{...with yarn...} 

http://sublimeonadime.blogspot.com/2012/03/easter-eggs.html

{Not Your Teacher's Chalkboard}

I love anything, and I do mean anything, that involves chalkboard paint!  But I found this idea to be too cute to resist!  These nickel plated trays are found in almost every Dollar Tree, but if you can't find them there, see what your local thrift store has on its shelves!  You can also use a vintage picture frame or mirror (just be super careful if it's made of glass), you can use paint and a brush or spray paint.  You just can't do it wrong!


photo and project found on pinterest.com

 This is an awesome idea for signage at a wedding or event, or a unique way to leave a note for a family member.  The possibilities are endless, but the project is so simple!  Here are some instructions for this project thanks to 504main.com.

{Fun With Yarn}

I saw this idea by way of Pinterest (which I LOVE LOVE LOVE!) and I just thought it was such an adorable idea!  If there's one thing I love, it's simple yet adorable crafts, and this definitely fits the bill!

Whether you're decorating for a party or creating a decor piece for your home, this project using yarn, balloons, and glue could not be simpler!  I cannot wait to try it!  I love the idea of putting these yarn balls in a glass bowl or in a basket.  It looks just as good as any knick-knack you'd find in Pier 1 or Pottery Barn, but for a fraction of the cost, and you're able to customize to fit your exact color scheme and decor theme! 

Here are some other ideas...

{DIY wedding decor}

{Decorations for your child's room or party}

{Make it into its own bowl}

Here are some simple DIY instructions for this project from makeandtakes.com. 

Have fun!

{Cinnamon Stick Candles}

I love finding chic, easy, decor ideas.  This idea for table decor found on Home Stories A2Z by way of Youplusdallas.com certainly fit the bill!  Not only is it cute and easy, but cinnamon is my FAVORITE home fragrance!  Well actually, it's apple cinnamon, but...cinnamon is part of that.  Check out the blog post for easy directions on creating this look for your own home.

{Cupcake Wrappers}

Cupcakes seem to have taken on a life of their own these days.  They come in tons of fabulous flavors and colors, and have an infinite number of decoration styles.  It seems like there's always something new being done to turn every cupcake into a work of art.  And now, there are cupcake wrappers. 

Cupcake wrappers turn an already awesome cupcake into a presentation piece.  It adds whimsy to your baby shower sweets presentation or class to your bridal shower dessert table.  Here are some cupcake wrappers that I found online that I love!

Cupcake wrappers with hearts and customized lacy message from livelaughlovelots on Etsy

Lacy Heart Wrapper from PME Arts & Crafts

Cookies and Milk Cupcake Wrapper from RV Parties on Etsy

Patterned Wrappers to coordinate with your wedding or party theme at My Wedding Favors, Etc.

And if you're feeling adventurous, you can always turn cupcake wrappers into a DIY project.  Here are instructions on making a doily cupcake wrapper at Something Old, Something New

Or if you have your own awesome paper, but just need a cupcaker wrapper template, use this free template download and tutorial from Paperie Crafts

{Pumpkin Planter}

Sticking with the pumpkin theme...how precious is this pumpkin planter??  Want to try a different pumpkin decorating idea, this idea found on the Better Decorating Bible blog is perfect!  Find how-to instructions here --> Pumpkin Planter