Bring the fall warmth into your home with these simple ways to create a cozy fall living room. Easy fall decor tips that anyone can do for a pretty autumn vibe.
Fall Home Tours
As soon as September 1 arrives, I start to get that itch to bring out the fall decor! I have been doing a little fluffing here and there over the past couple of weeks, and I’m excited to start showing you what I’ve been working on.
Today, I’m joining Marty from A Stroll Thru Life and 15 other talented friends for a cozy fall home tour. We’re all sharing simple touches we have added to our homes for autumn and hope that you can join us! If you’re coming over from Chalking Up Success – welcome! I’m sure you enjoyed Jayne’s beautiful home and fall table decor ideas.
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Our Fall Living Room
If you haven’t already guessed it, today I’m sharing our fall living room with you. I don’t think I’ve actually showed our living room since we put in our new flooring and staircase last year so there are some pretty big changes. I was planning on doing a full post on the staircase but haven’t gotten around to it yet. In the interim, you can see what it looked like a couple of years ago HERE.
Due to a flood from our new washing machine, we had to get the flooring replaced on our main level last year {after taking almost a year to decide what we wanted to do!}. With the flooring on the main floor being replaced, we really needed to do the staircase and upstairs hallway as well. I had been wanting to do this for years so it was the final push that I needed! After countless samples and hours researching, we ended up deciding on hickory wood and I have been very happy with it!
I’m still looking for the perfect area rug to complete the space, so let me know if you have any ideas!
How to Create a Cozy Fall Living Room
I love decorating for fall! The colors and textures are so pretty and help to create such a warm and cozy space. If you’re ready to transition to your home to fall, try these 5 simple ways to add that beautiful fall touch to your living room. It’s amazing what a few simple swaps can do!
Fall Florals
Adding some fall blooms and stems to your decor is one of the quickest and easiest ways to add a pretty touch of fall. Faux florals have come a long way over the past few years and you can find so many pretty, realistic options. They’re a great way to add a pop of color and I love all of the different textures. If you happen to have some real branches or fresh clippings from your yard, even better!
Faux florals is one area that I will often invest a little more money to get higher quality pieces that will last over the years. I’ve had some of these for almost 10 years. Afloral is one of my favorite places to purchase faux stems but I’ve also found some great ones at Target, Urban Barn, and Michaels. Shop the seasonal sales and you can find some good deals.
Cozy Textiles
Create a warm and comfy space to relax by adding layers of cozy textiles. It’s amazing how much of a difference a few throw pillows and blankets can make! Swap out your summer pillows for more cozy fall cushions in cozy materials such as faux fur, velvet, or knits. Drape soft, inviting throw blankets over your sofa to grab as the evenings get a little chillier. There are so many beautiful rich color options that fall has to offer, so embrace a little color!
The only new things that I purchased for the living room this year were these knit rust-colored pillows from HomeSense. I loved the color and the soft, cozy fabric so I couldn’t resist.
Fall Scents
I love all of the scents of fall! Even if you’re not a fan of pumpkin spice, there are still many other classic fall scents to suit everyone’s tastes. Cinnamon, apple, maple, cloves, and warm, woody amber scents all invoke that cozy autumn feeling. I love using a diffuser in the living room and can customize it with whatever scents {and intensity of scents!} that I like.
Art Work
A Few Fun Seasonal Decor Pieces
I didn’t add a lot of extra decor pieces this year, but you can’t have fall without a few pumpkins popping up here and there! I have had these battery operated pumpkins for a number of years now and love the glow that they produce at night. There’s one downstairs on the cabinets behind the sofa as well.
Fall Home Tour Line-Up
For more fall inspiration, please check out the rests of the homes on tour this year.
Monday Sept 16
A Stroll Thru Life/ My Thrift Store Addiction / StoneGable / Our Southern Home
Tuesday Sept. 17
Whispering Pines Homestead / A Pretty Life In The Suburbs / Calypso In The Country / Chalking Up Success / Clean and Scentisible
Wednesday Sept. 18
Decor to Adore / From Farmhouse to Florida / Thrifty and Chic
Thursday Sept. 19
Savvy Snowbirds / Follow The Yellow Brick Home / My Family Thyme / Worthing Court
More Fall Inspiration
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