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HATCH'S
HEARTH
Your retreat for a happy home.
september 2016
Taking Your Home From
Summer to Fall: See How
add some
{pumpkin} spice
to your entry way
We all love summer and the
outdoor décor it brings – from
adirondack chairs to brightly colored
pillows. But now, it’s time to add some
{pumpkin} spice to your outdoor décor!
Fall brings out the decorator in
homeowners, and their canvas – the
home entry way – can leave a lasting
first impression.
Hatch Realty provided a
gorgeous home for me to decorate. I
chose to focus on the entry area, as a
beautiful focal point for friends and
family when driving up to or walking
into the home. This space had a great
foundation to start with – a large stone
wall, wood ceilings and a rustic bench
with metal accents. To see more of the
home, click here. In this post, I’ll tell you
how you can integrate three décor
elements to make your entry area a
space that anyone will fall in love with.
Now grab your Pumpkin Spiced Latte
and join me, Christen Joy of Christen Joy
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Homes, to add some spice to your
outdoor space.
I. Mother Nature
Foremost, it’s all about layering - my
recommendation is to gather a plethora
of items to play with. Organic elements,
such as flowers, branches, or dried plants
are perfect for this season.
I purchased mums, a classic fall
plant, at a local hardware store for $10,
though if you are lucky, you may collect
elements from your own yard or garden.
I also obtained birch branches for the
back left corner, and filled in the white
spaces with pinecones and brown brush,
see by the “Hello Fall” pillow or along the
ledge.
Don’t forget to look in your
backyard for these great, organic finds
that will make your space come
together!
II. Staples
Though it’s tempting to want to create a
brand new look & feel each fall, it can be
costly. Here are a few ways you can nail
your fall, year after year, while still
staying within budget. One word –
staples! These are pieces you can use
every fall, and they’ll never go out of
style. Purchase the pumpkins you want
to carve with your family, but opt for
craft store look-a-like for pumpkins if
you don’t plan on carving. While at the
craft store, pick up smaller gourds and
apples; these are great filler items, plus,
they can be used outside or inside year
after year. Next, take a peek at the craft
store’s floral area. A fall fan favorite are
Chinese Lanterns, which have a vibrant,
bold color, yet are delicate and airy.
Purchasing the artificial option allows
you to play with these in your outdoor
space without losing any “lanterns” – if
you go with the real deal, be careful, as
these fall off the stems easily.
Remember, investing in staples
will allow you to save dollars on your
outdoor area next year.
III. The Unexpected
Think of your entry area as an extension
of your home, because it is! When
looking for items to place in your space,
think about what would work with the
home – just as if you were decorating
your indoor space. This is where your
space will get its personality.
I chose metal and wood
accessories to bring out the rustic
elements of the home and also to play
off the industrial feel. Remember
layering, I looked for objects that
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could help me– pillows, side table and metal baskets. Pillows
help bring a “home” feel to this outdoor area. The pillows in
this design are welcoming and work perfectly with the bench.
I also wanted to bring in a few unexpected items, so I opted
for two metal accessories in different sizes. They paired nicely
with the indoor/outdoor lanterns which added warmth to the
space. Just imagine the warm glow of these candles in this
entryway at night – stunning! If you’re worried about candles,
opt for battery-operated, flameless versions.
Be purposeful in making your entry area unique to
you and your home; you will love it, and people will notice.
Wishing you all a wonderful fall - I look forward to falling in
love with your entry areas!
-Christen Joy
christenjoyhomes@outlook.com
@ChristenJoyHomes
@christenjoyhomes
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