With temperatures finally dropping, it was time to make a few updates in the house for the change of seasons. Instead of “decorating” for a autumn, I wanted to make a few small changes to make the living room feel more cozy in a way that is perfect for fall but would last all the way through winter without batting an eyelash.

Thanks to my friends at Arhaus, I got a few great new pieces to refresh for the change of season. I followed 3 simple rules to give this space an updated look.



Texture texture texture  That’s the name of the game when it comes to making a living space feel more cozy.  Since my living room is a mix of warm and cool neutrals, it’s easy to layer in pillow from multiple collections to mix and match.  I love how these pillows are oversized making just a few go a long way in adding visual impact. These pillows have great raised texture and pattern but are subtle in their color scheme. Continuing on with the texture theme, I added a faux fur throw blanket that is so soft and fun to snuggle under.  I enjoy watching my trashy tv under it as much as my daughter loves to make a furry blanket fort with it.

Brassy Bling I fell in love with the this brass framed mirror the minute I spotted it.  It looks just like the ones I’ve admired at architectural salvage and antique markets for years.  This one is brand new but no one is the wiser.  It pulls in the brass accents I already have beautifully.  I paired it with my favorite painting for fall - a spooky oil portrait that I like to call the house grandma (but I got her on eBay).  This brass tray makes anything look fancy - from a simple cup of coffee, to a pile of mismatched remotes.  Finally a few mini pumpkins tucked into this tiny brass vase is the perfect little accent.

Bringing the Outdoors In  Autumn marks a time when many of us will be spending more time indoors but bringing in just a little bit of the outdoors in set the mood for the season.  Starting with this pair of planters that mimic the texture of an rough tree trunk (but are beautifully sealed inside so no leaks!) were the perfect spot for a few of the succulents that have been growing on my deck all summer.  The patina’d texture of this high boot vase is another nod to great outdoors.  Finally a few well placed mini boo pumpkins complete the fall scene and will look perfectly in place until Halloween

Arhaus has so many fabulous pieces, it's hard to choose just a few favorites but here are some other great selections.

Would you like to find your own favorite pieces from Arhaus?  They have kindly agreed to giveaway a $500 give card with one lucky winner.  Simply visit Arhaus and leave me a comment to let me know your favorite pieces from the collection.

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Arhaus but all opinions expressed are my own.

Eternal Rest Motel | Halloween Exterior Decor

With October underway, it was time to get the Halloween decor out and about. This year we went with a haunted hotel concept - the Eternal Rest Motel. Something just a bit spooky without being too scary for the kids. As in years past, the decor is a mix of DIY, print design and ready made items mixed in.




This year I got extra lucky and was able to partner with the fabulous team at Lowes Home Improvement for both the DIY and the ready made elements.

This year's DIY elements included two hand painted signs, the concierge desk, the door hangers and the key rack.  A skeleton check in attendant and concierge are the perfect compliment to our weary traveling couple that was a new addition this year.  Their costumes are super fun (I know I'll them again for other themes which is super important to me since I'm all about the reusability) and they even have a motion sensor and crack Halloween related jokes.  I know the kids will love this one.

This No Vacancy sign was a stroke of major luck.  I had already decided the theme when I found it and it's perfect!  It creates an eerie green glow at night and the "no" blinks on an off occasionally adding to a the ghostly air.

There are some fun little details that you have to look closely to appreciate but I think it all comes together nicely and make a festive way to kick off the most fun holiday season.




You can recreate the look using these products from Lowes:
Skeleton Couple
No Vacancy Sign
Skeletons
Skeleton 'Rest Your Bones' Banner
Craft Pumpkins
Grim Reaper Tombstone
RIP Tombstone
Vampire Bust
Hanging Bats
1x4 Boards (used to make key rack and concierge desk)
Antiquing wax (used to age the boards)
Black Spray Paint
Cup hooks (for key rack)



Disclosure: This post was sponsored by Lowes but all opinions expressed are my own.