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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.

In the fall the blooms are fabulous for cutting and drying. The dry blooms are beautiful in a vase or can be worked into floral arrangements and wreaths.

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.

For the first time I've just added a new top dressing as we go into fall and winter. The springtime mulch was faded and compacted, and it is dry this time of year. We entertain in our home several times between September and December and I want the front entry to look its best. Why should summer get all the glory?

There are so many beautiful plants well suited for this season. Look beyond the mums and find companion plants.

New house, cottage home