Createa n Outdoor Dining Area for Fall

Jenny’s decorating tips for dining amid nature’s beauty.

1. OUTSIDE COLORS. “I took our old dining table and paired it with chairs someone discarded for a casual dining area," Jenny says. "The placement by the tree provides a bird’s eye view of the colorful leaves.”

2. MOOD LIGHTING. An overhung branch is the perfect spot to hang an elegant

chandelier instead of just using candles.

3. DIY ACCESSORIES. Wrap colorful swag of fall leaves around mini pumpkins.

4. FALL TABLECLOTH. Make your dining table special with a colorful tablecloth

and cozy throw nearby for cool fall evenings.

5. EVERYDAY DISHWARE. A basket of everyday dishes rather than paper goods is another way to make dining alfresco special.

BACKYARD BEAUTY. “Out back we took an old table and placed it under a hanging candelabra,” Jenny says. “I wrapped fall swag around it and instead of candles used mini pumpkins.” The family likes to dine outside in the fall because of the cool weather.