EASY, INEXPENSIVE AUTUMN DECOR IDEAS
As the beautiful colors of fall foliage begin painting the 7ennessee Yalley, perhaps you’re also looking for ways to spruce up your home for autumn. 'ecorating your home for the cooler fall months doesn’t haYe to cost a fortune, here are some ideas to get started.
Seasonal Harvest7ake adYantage of gourds, cornstalks and carYe a pumpkin to add fall decor to your home. 6tack them on tables, group for centerpieces, or carYe out a pumpkin and fill with a mum or flowers for a unique arrangement. Apples are in season and can add color to table decorations, mantles and more by grouping them in a basket. By shopping at a local produce stand or business for the fall, you not only help support our community but can saYe money
Repurpose What You Have- Before you spend money on new fall decorations, consider shopping for what you haYe at home. A little ',< can make for beautiful, unique decorations. 5epurpose an old rake into a wreath with some eYergreen leaYes and twine you probably already haYe in your home. Group mason jars filled with fall foliage as a centerpiece. )ill an old tea kettle with fresh autumn flowers. Check out 3interest for ideas to get your creatiYe juices flowing.
Cozy Up- 3ull out your Yintage quilts and blankets to change up bedroom decor, and also add warmth for upcoming cooler nights. 7hrow a few orange, red or yellow pillows on the beds and couch to make an e[tra autumn splash.
Take a Walk- 7here are endless possibilities in your backyard and neighborhood for autumn decorating. Gather twigs and fresh leaYes and group them in Yases for a cheap centerpiece. /eaYes from your yard pressed into frames and grouped together make an ine[pensiYe wall gallery. Gather acorns and paint them with the kids for a fun actiYity, then fill clear containers with them to display. 7his also giYes you a chance to enjoy all the gorgeous changing leaYes outdoors
,f you decide to get professional help with fall decorating or remodeling, Yisit the Home Builders Association of Greater Chattanooga’s member directory at www.HBAGC. net to find a list of qualified, local professionals who can help you.