If there’s a chill in the air, that means the holidays are coming! Have fun and experiment with textures, colors, patterns and florals. Don’t be afraid to take some chances to make bold statements; such as updating classic, timeless elements to make them current and your own.

Switch out ordinary white candlesticks for festive green, red, or blue for a holiday touch. Establish a color theme by matching them to the your dishes or linens for extra style points. Draw inspiration from nature in your designs this Season and use pinecones to add a beautiful and festive touch during Thanksgiving and Christmas. Don’t be afraid to incorporate elements such as fruit or even vegetables such as pumpkins, squash and corn into your tablescape. Always wash what your displaying and to add some spiced up glam gently spray any leafy greens or hard vegetables with leaf shine spray that can be found in your local Home Depot or Lowes. Get the kiddies involved and bring the warm colors of fall into your home by partaking in a scavenger hunt looking for special fall colored leaves. Make sure to gently clean them with a damp paper towel and use them as either place cards with dinner party guest names, create a beautiful piece of art to hang on the wall or create a runner effect on your dinner table by sprinkling them along the center. Place some votives and floating candles in the middle and you’ve got yourself a DIY centerpiece.

Not all pumpkins need to be carved into a spooky jack-o-lantern. By adding a lace doily over the stem, the pumpkin becomes a bright focal point on your front porch. Spray paint pumpkins white, gold or silver and display them through Christmas by incorporating them into more traditional white and green elements. Using wood elements into any décor concept immediately brings the outside in and adds a touch of rustic flair. Metals are always a good idea for the holiday festivities as they are easily paired with any other textured or color and add a seamless touch of elegance. You don’t need to celebrate Christmas to love the smell of pine trees. Pickup some trimmings from your local tree trimming market and place them in small bud vases around your home. Cut and tie small bouquets together with some twine and tuck them into cabinets or cupboards to enjoy the sent all season long. 

 The key to a successful home design will come from items that offer form and function. Once your design checklist is complete make sure you reward yourself with plenty of eggnog! Happy Decorating!