Don’t miss these easy, inexpensive ways to freshen up your home for fall, brighten your surroundings and really get the most out of this lovely season!
Even though the fall season in the UK isn’t generally as bright or sunny as it is in North America, I love this time of year. I’m definitely a believer in ‘September is the new January’ and I always feel like fall is a lovely new start regardless of what the weather is like. It makes me want to make the most of my home and I really enjoy sprucing things up. Here are some hints and tips to help you freshen up your home for fall easily, without spending a lot of money.
Easy Tips to Help You Freshen Up Your Home For Fall
Use Natural Materials To Decorate Your Home
Natural decorations can make your home look really welcoming and really do freshen up your home for fall. A wreath made with autumn leaves, pinecones, berries, feathers or other items from nature can look gorgeous on a front door. (The one above was made for me by Green Parlour.) Or create a mantle display using autumn flowers and small gourds or squash. A few small autumn accents scattered throughout your home can make a big impact.
De-clutter
After a busy summer, I always find that September is a great time of year to declutter. Do not feel you have to do it all at once, just take your time and work through everything bit by bit. Break the task down into manageable chunks, doing a room or even a drawer at a time. Donate, sell or re-home anything that isn’t beautiful, useful or seriously sentimental. You’ll be amazed at the effect it has on how a room looks and feels.
Brighten Your Kitchen
It’s so satisfying to walk into a clean, well-organised kitchen. It makes cooking and baking that much more fun! This is a great time of year to sort through your kitchen drawers and get ready for the busy season to come.
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It is more important than ever to keep our homes clean and germ free, but where possible it is best to use natural cleaners to freshen up your home for fall. Don’t miss my Frugal Natural Cleaning Tips That Really Work .
More Tips To Help You Freshen Up Your Home For Fall
Use Soft Furnishings to Make Rooms Feel Cosier
This is a great time to bring out more throw pillows and cozy throw rugs. The idea is to make beds, sofas and chairs look welcoming. You need to create a place people will want to curl up with a book or magazine and a nice hot cup of tea. Small changes can make a big difference.
Get Ready for Guests
It is a good idea to be sure your guest room is tidy and that the bed is changed. If you don’t have a guest room, invest in a blow up mattress and a nice set of sheets. They can be kept tucked away until you need them. If space is at a premium, consider vacuum storage bags (affiliate link) for the bedding itself.
Make sure guests have access to fresh, fluffy towels (affiliate link) and keep a small box of sample size toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, cleanser, moisturiser etc) in the bathroom for guests to help themselves from if they have forgotten anything.
Displaying the WiFi password in a small frame on a side table or dressing table in the guest room is another great way to make guests feel welcome. I also like to leave a few books or magazines in the room for them to have a look at if they fancy a few moments on their own.
Add Some Light To Freshen Up Your Home For Fall
The effect of good lighting and some strategically placed candles cannot be underestimated when you are looking to freshen up your home for fall! We crave cosy lighting, but we do still need to be able to see, particularly as we get older. Getting the balance right is an art, and will really make a difference. I love this display which I found at Kiki & Bow. You can also use battery operated candles if you have pets or little ones running around. I use these ones as the wicks look quite realistic and I like the tea lights (affiliate links) as well.
A Few Changes Can Make A Big Difference
A few small steps taken to freshen your home up for fall can help make this season a restorative and comforting part of the year.
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Comments & Reviews
Wow! That is an amazing wreath!
I love doing the seasonal switch from summer to fall during September. Even though I enjoy summer, I’m ready to pull out the sweaters and the soup pot and starting nesting.
Thank you, Barb! And I feel the same way about fall – I love summer but it’s wonderful to embrace fall when it arrives. I just hope the sunshine hangs around here in the UK 🙂
Yes, it’s a lovely time of year for nesting. Here in northern California we’re actually still sleeping with the windows open, but there’s a definite feel of Fall in the air. And I love seeing pumpkins appear in stores and recipes.
It really is, Pauline. It’s been a warmer, drier fall here this year but I still envy you the California weather 🙂
I absolutely love this! Beautiful. Pinned. It is so fun to party with you. Thank you. I hope to see you at our party on Monday at 7 pm. http://loulougirls.blogspot.com/
Happy Saturday! Lou Lou Girls
Thank you and thank you for pinning too 🙂
I feel the same way as you. I tend to buy academic year diaries and start them at this time of year. It’s a fresh start for me in September and I’ve already begun decluttering.
Sounds like we have a lot in common 🙂 I buy academic year diaries as well! Love September!!
Changing floral display, cushions and accessories can make a huge difference. I do this around November time, although not this year because I’ve just moved! I must say I’m very envious of your kitchen April!
Thank you so much, Laurie. Wishing you much happiness in your new home!
I love these tips! So helpful! Here’s an article I think you might like: How To Set The Perfect Table For Any Occasion
Thank you, Rian, I’m so glad you enjoyed the post!
Great tips April, I have all good intentions to declutter the home but then life happens. Your fall decor is stunning!
Thank you so much, Leslie!
So helpful! I love these tips!
Thank you 🙂
I love these tips! So helpful!
Thank you!
Very nice! I’m very envious of your kitchen.
Thank you 🙂 I’m very grateful for my kitchen, that is for sure!