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My modern cottage isn't decorated following the latest trends, but is a joy filled layering of generations and traditions.

This Fall I've found myself drawn to deep burgundy, plum, and other berry colors. It's such a rich and beautiful set of colors to bring together with the traditional orange, yellow, and brown found in nature during this season. I've gathered these elements to create an inviting tablescape.

I was recently scrolling the pages of old issues of Country Living magazine and came across photos of front door hangings they had created. The base was a vintage silver platter. I love decorating with vintage platters, so I knew this was a DIY project I would take on.

For this seasonal change I pulled everything out (except for the pastels) and "played" with my dishes to find the color combination that spoke to me for Fall. Keeping it to 12 place settings, I pulled together rich shades of red, orange, earthy greens, brown, gray, and black.

I have enjoyed celebrating several happy hours, book club meetings and luncheons with friends at a more casual “witchy” event.  It is fun to pull together a witch outfit, assemble creepy or cute foods and drinks to share, and get together for a cackling fun time.

Simple to arrange by cutting the ends of the sunflowers to the desired lengths. I added in the eucalyptus sprigs that were included, then filled the space with the baby's breath. Before filling with water, I added the floral preservative packets to each vase. Fill with water, set in place, and give it a final look.

I like to use natural elements as well as pieces of vintage crochet work. I use these elements in each of the vignettes in my main living area. I start each arrangement with a base layer, then add floral elements, accent pieces, and a twinkle of light.

A thrift store Fiestaware find!

Savor the change of seasons

Updated decor on my mantle, the center of my home.