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September 19, 2018

Decorating For Fall

Every year I have these great big plans to decorate excessively for fall and the winter months. And every September life happens, school starts, sports start, other big design projects happen and well, the seasonal decor becomes a little more minimal than expected. But over the years I have learned that that’s OK. Your home doesn’t need these great big seasonal vignettes to transition into different seasons. Sometimes it can be as simple as changing a few throw pillows, placing a few pumpkins out, adding some texture and cozy elements to your mantel. I find myself craving more minimalists decor in general these days, so this year decorating for fall turned out to be more about changing out a few decor items versus tons of ‘stuff’.

Bring subtle hints of fall to your living space using these tips! You don't have to bring it a lot of "stuff" to properly decorate for fall!

Decorating For Fall

A neutral rustic modern living room all ready for fall with cozy textures and warm tones.

Today, I’m sharing our family room all decorated for fall! The last time I shared this space in our home was when I revealed our new paint refresh back in February. Part of me is feeling the need/want to make some bigger changes in here and make it even more minimalists and modern, but those will have to wait.

For now, I did make some small changes for fall. I removed a few of the prints on the vignette, added a few vases and branches and switched out some other small details. But what is funny, is how much this corner changed by simply changing the blankets hanging on the blanket ladder! Removing the real creamy ones and replacing them with this plaid wood blanket oddly made a huge difference!

Subtle Fall Decor
A simple rustic modern approach to fall. Just a few pumpkins and lots of texture to turn this place into fall.

When it comes to adding fall to this space, I brought back out my DIY Pumpkin Art that I made using a vintage door and simply added a few pumpkins and branches.

Adding Blankets and Texture

Create a warm and inviting family room space filled with cozy textures and blankets for a subtle fall look.

To me, fall is all about texture. It is that amazing time of year when you can bring out all the natural textures into your home and it will instantly feel cozier and ready for the cooler months. Over here I added a few wool blankets, a faux fur blankets on the white couch and a few vases with beautiful detail.

A simple rustic modern approach to fall. Just a few pumpkins and lots of texture to turn this place into fall.

Fall Family Room Decor
A simple rustic modern approach to fall. Just a few pumpkins and lots of texture to turn this place into fall. I shared our full fall mantel on the blog last week, and here is how the room looked zoomed out!
A rustic modern family room decorated for fall with cozy textures and sprinkles of pumpkins.

Adding Pumpkins To Your Decor

A simple rustic modern approach to fall. Just a few pumpkins and lots of texture to turn this place into fall. A simple rustic modern approach to fall. Just a few pumpkins and lots of texture to turn this place into fall. Elegant and chic fall coffee table decor. Decorating your family room for Fall with subtle touches of the new season.
A simple rustic modern approach to fall. Just a few pumpkins and lots of texture to turn this place into fall.

Now head below to stop by all of the other fall home tours from this year!

Today I’m excited to be joining a group of over 35 talented bloggers who are also touring through part of their home ready for fall. Hop around to take in all this stunning inspiration…

Sharing with me today are…

Home Made Lovely // The Turquoise Home // Satori Design for Living // Taryn Whiteaker

On Sutton Place // Paint Me Pink // Clean and Scentsible

Sharing the rest of this week…

Monday

The Happy Housie // Jenna Kate at Home // Maison de Pax   // The House of Wood

 Love Create Celebrate  // Inspiration for Moms // In My Own Style

Tuesday

Town and Country Living // Designthusiasm // Sincerely, Marie Designs // Nina Hendrick Design Co.

Just Destiny // The DIY Mommy // Place of My Taste

Thursday

Finding Silver Pennies // Rooms FOR Rent // Willow Street Interiors // Deeply Southern Home

Maison de Cinq // Craftberry Bush // Amber Tysl // Summer Adams

Friday

Just a Girl and Her Blog // Life on Virginia Street // Modern Glam // Grace Gathered Home //

Hallstrom Home // So Much Better With Age // Rambling Renovators

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About Taryn Whiteaker

Hi! I’m Taryn! The voice behind Taryn Whiteaker Designs. I launched this brand over 11 years ago when I became a stay-at-home mom. What started as a small craft and mom blog eventually grew into a full time design and DIY site. My goal has always been to inspire others (especially women!) with design ideas, DIY tutorials, entertaining ideas and give you the tools you need to complete them yourself!

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  1. Marnie Coomes says

    September 19, 2018 at 8:00 am

    Hi Taryn,

    I just love your work. Your style couldn’t have been described any better. I love your creative style mixing modern, industrial and rustic. I may be moving soon from California to Nevada. Your work will be a huge inspiration for me since the design in Las Vegas is just a bit loud for my taste.

    All the tips you can provide will be so helpful to transition the home to feel cozy and welcoming.

    I have lived in California my entire life and my home has been my place of serenity. This project will be a huge undertaking. Wish me luck.

    Reply
    • Taryn Whiteaker says

      September 19, 2018 at 2:05 pm

      This is such an incredibly kind and humbling comment. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave it. Best of luck to you! Working on a new space is one of my favorites, it allows you to start from scratch and take your time to get the look you want!

      Reply
  2. Krista says

    September 20, 2018 at 3:25 pm

    I love your fabulous eclectic mix, Taryn! And it’s so calm and light feeling. Glad you could be part of this tour series!

    Reply
    • Taryn Whiteaker says

      September 20, 2018 at 9:43 pm

      Thanks Krista!

      Reply
  3. Rhonda Hallstrom says

    September 21, 2018 at 8:44 am

    I am in love with your Fall minimalist look! It is stunning! Happy Fall

    Reply
  4. Shannon Acheson says

    September 21, 2018 at 10:14 am

    I love your home, as always, Taryn!

    Reply
  5. Shauna says

    September 26, 2018 at 10:46 am

    I decorated our basement family room in a similar palette. Looks and feels so cozy. Beautiful!

    Reply

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