Early Fall Inspiration

As the heat of summer begins to wane and the first hints of autumn start to appear, there’s a palpable sense of anticipation in the air. Early fall brings with it a unique charm that captures our hearts. With its crisp air, warm hues, and cozy vibes. It’s the perfect time to infuse your living spaces with a touch of the season’s magic. And what better way to do so than by embracing delightful boho fall porch posts. And adorning your home with DIY felt leaf garlands and free printable leaf templates?

Welcoming Fall at Your Doorstep

Delightful Boho Fall Porch

The transition from summer to fall is an exciting one. Your porch is the ideal canvas to express your seasonal spirit. Imagine stepping onto your porch and being greeted by a charming boho fall porch. That sets the tone for the months ahead. Incorporate elements like a woven wreath door hanging, velvet pumpkin garland over the door, rustic wooden sign, earthy planters, and woven baskets filled with pumpkins and gourds. A bench draped with a cozy throw. A few bohemian-inspired cushions creates an inviting spot to enjoy the changing scenery.

Captivating Mantel Magic with DIY Felt Leaf Garland

Your mantel serves as the heart of your home. Adorning it with the essence of fall is a beautiful tradition. This year, take your mantel decor up a notch with a DIY felt leaf garland that radiates autumnal warmth. The process is both creative and soothing,. It allows you to craft a garland that perfectly complements your existing decor.

To get started, you’ll need a free printable leaf template, which I provide for free. Just click on the link above to grab the free printable template. Trace the template onto various colors of felt, then cut out the leaves. Glue them together in small bunches and add them to a beaded garland. The result is a visually stunning garland that can be draped across your mantel, framing it with the rich colors of fall. The tactile quality of the felt leaves adds an extra layer of coziness to your space, inviting everyone to gather around and bask in the seasonal splendor.

20 Ways to Decorate with Pumpkins

No fall decor is complete without pumpkins. These versatile gourds come in all shapes, sizes, and colors, making them a perfect canvas for your creativity. From simple arrangements of pumpkins on your porch steps to intricately carved designs that cast mesmerizing shadows at night. The possibilities are endless. Consider grouping pumpkins of varying sizes and colors on your dining table as a centerpiece. Or even painting them with boho-inspired patterns to match your porch aesthetic.

Embarking on Fabulous Fall DIY Projects

The early fall season is an excellent time to indulge your DIY urges. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just starting, there are endless possibilities for creating charming decor that brings the outdoors in. Try your hand at making wreaths from dried leaves, acorns, and pinecones. Craft a macramé wall hanging featuring autumnal colors and textures, or create a garland of twine and mini pumpkins to adorn your fireplace.

Inspiration from My Fall Home Tour

Looking for even more inspiration? Take a virtual stroll through my fall home tour. I love sharing a plethora of creative ideas for infusing your home with the beauty of the season. From porch setups that exude cozy elegance to mantel displays that evoke warmth and comfort; you’re sure to find ideas that resonate with your personal style.

Delicious Fall Flavors

As you embark on your fall decorating journey, don’t forget to tantalize your taste buds with the flavors of the season.

Rustic Apple Galettes

Embrace the bounty of autumn by trying your hand at recipes that feature seasonal ingredients. Rustic apple galettes, with their flaky crusts and cinnamon-spiced apple filling, are a delightful way to celebrate the harvest.

Hasselback Apples with Coconut Streusel Topping

And if you’re craving a unique twist, whip up some hasselback apples topped with a delectable coconut streusel – a combination of textures and flavors that’s sure to impress.

In Conclusion

Early fall is a time of transformation and anticipation, as we bid farewell to the warmth of summer and welcome the cozy embrace of autumn. Embracing the spirit of the season through boho fall porch posts, DIY felt leaf garlands, and a myriad of creative decorations sets the tone for a season filled with warmth and joy. With inspiration from the Tatertots and Jello fall home tour, 20 creative ways to decorate with pumpkins, and a collection of fabulous fall DIY projects, your home will become a haven of fall enchantment.

As you dive into your fall decorating endeavors, don’t forget to treat yourself to the delectable flavors of the season. Rustic apple galettes and coconut streusel-topped hasselback apples offer a taste of autumn’s bounty that perfectly complements your cozy home decor. So gather your felt leaves, pumpkins, and crafting supplies, and embark on a journey of early fall inspiration that will infuse your home with the magic of the season.

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Make a Fairy Garden – an easy way to celebrate Fall!  Kids and grownups alike will be delighted to see this miniature garden displayed in your home! 

How to Make a Fall Fairy Garden

Fairy Gardens are so much fun, for kids and kids at heart

They’re so cute and really easy to make. I’m Dannyelle from Life is a Party, and I’m so excited to be here today sharing How To Make A Fall Fairy Garden.

Fairy gardens have become really popular over the last few years

The idea is to make a spot in a container garden where a fairy might like to come and live. These miniature gardens sometimes have a little house for a fairy, and little fairy accessories -like fairy sized furniture, and garden tools. Setting the scene in your own garden is a sure way to attract fairy visitors. These gardens are best made in containers so that everyone can admire all the little details you’ve included. It’s fun to change these little gardens seasonally too, with different plants and accessories for the season.

How to make a Fall Fairy Garden

You’ll need a few basic things to make a Fall Fairy Garden of your own. So let’s get started.

1. A Large Container

I thought it would be fun for fall to use a craft pumpkin as the fairy garden container. You could also use a large pot, or something vintage like an old bucket. You’ll need enough room in your container for some small plants and your fairy accessories, so make sure you don’t choose something too small.

Turn a craft pumpkin into a plant container

Use a sharp knife to cut the top off. I marked out my cutting line with a pencil first to make it a little easier to make a straight cut. The craft pumpkins are hollow inside, so once the top is cut off you’re ready to go. You could also choose to add some holes in the bottom for drainage, especially if it’s rainy in the fall where you live. I just added some rocks to the bottom of mine for drainage. Then fill up your container with some good potting soil.

How to Make a Fall Fairy Garden

2. Choose Small Seasonal Plants

Since we’re making a fall fairy garden, I chose some fall plants -a mum, an ornamental kale, and a pansy. These plants will all do well with the cool nights we’re getting now. I chose the smallest ones I could find for this little garden. If you live somewhere warmer, you might consider succulents, or any other small plant or miniature plant.

Pick a Color Scheme

You might also think about a colour scheme when you choose your plants. The fall colours of rust, and purple in my plants look great with the orange pumpkin container.

3. Add Some Fairy Details

This is the best part, it’s time to add in some fairy details.

The craft store miniature section, or a miniature store are a great source of inspiration. The little chair, straw bale, fence, and basket were picked up there.

Make Miniature Pumpkins out of Clay

I made the tiny little pumpkins out of polymer clay. This clay holds up great outdoors, and is great for making fairy garden accessories. I made the pumpkins from some orange clay, added ridges with a straight edge, and added a brown clay stem to finish them off. Bake according to the package instructions and you’re all set.

Add Paper Leaves

The finishing touch for this little garden was the fall leaves. I used real leaves to make the miniature fairy ones, with a leaf shaped punch.

This leaf punch was 1.59 cm, and I punched out mini leaves from lots of different colours of real leaves. As the leaves dry they curl slightly but keep their shape, just like real fallen leaves.

Add More Fairy Elements

When it comes to adding fairy details to your miniature garden the sky is the limit. You might want to add a little fairy house, paths made of small pebbles, or small pieces of wood, little signs, or other items from the miniature store. Try to think about scale as you go. Fairies are famous for re-purposing things too, so you might want to consider what you have laying around that could be used, such as a thread spool table, a thimble chair, or a button pathway.

How to Make a Fall Fairy Garden

Making a Fairy Garden is Easy!

Making fairy garden’s is as easy as that: a pretty container, some small plants, and fairy details. I’m sure once you get started you’ll be addicted. This is a great little project to do with kids, or to bring out the kid in you. Enjoy!

You might also enjoy:

Teacup Fairy Garden

Rustic Neutral Thanksgiving Table

Pumpkin Waffles

Thanks Dannyelle! Such a cute idea. I love all of the other ideas at Life is a Party!

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