Halloween in the House!

I hate turning the calendar away from summer and into fall. On the other hand, with my friend Kate's calendar, turning the page is a joy.

 This year, I just felt lucky to get autumn decor changed up at all! But there it is, so welcome!

We'll stop in the hall where one of my favorite wreaths is hanging out. I got this basic form at a Southern Exposure workshop a year or two ago.

I'm very big on wreaths. This bittersweet one "houses" my three mice that I find inspiring when I felt!

I salvaged acorns from the cottage which I'll use inside during the fall and when the snow falls, I'll share them with Bushy Squirrel!

The painting of Lizzie on the left is by author/artist/blogger Vivian Swift. I think she nailed my girl! The one on the right is by me.

I tend to use more of the brighter colors -- oranges and golds. But I also like the neutrals and was happy to have a spot to use them atop the china cabinet.

And, in the hutch,  Halloween references vintage girls, Mom's crystal and a few other pieces.

 

The mantel gets the full orange treatment with a Japanese Lantern garland. I've had it a few years but this is its first "mantel" appearance. 

I love using copper and brass in the fall -- the colors match so beautifully and feel so right with the knotty pine walls. 

I suspect I'll end up with a few more baby boos on candlesticks before the season is over!

 

 And, I must admit, I'm fond of these pumpkin head people!

Finally, over at the dry sink, another copper pot with leaves, dried hydrangeas and leaves and sticks. The photo is from the Cotswolds.

I love fall!