Autumn decor you'll fall for
Jumat, 15 Oktober 2010
Fall is the season of rich colours: deep russets and golds, brilliant oranges and yellows, aged reds, mossy greens and neutrals from wheat to dark brown.
It's Mother Nature's spectacular finale before winter's icy whites, greys and blues take over the palette.
Take inspiration from this earthy array to make your entry warm and inviting. It can be as easy as a pot of perky mums or a grapevine wreath to an elaborate display of cornstalks, pumpkins and potted kale.
Three local experts give tips on making a striking first impression.
"Grapevine wreaths are really popular," said Sandy Matthews, co-owner of Burke Flowers. Bittersweet branches, miniature gourds, sprays of silk maple and oak leaves or wheat can be added. "The sprays of leaves weather well and are great for outdoors." She cautions not to place them against a light-coloured door because the dye may stain the door when it's wet.
Indian corn is another favourite, with its multi-hued kernels. Tied with a bow, they make a great door accent.
Beside the door, containers of mums, kale or asters add colour. Dress them up with tiny pumpkins, gourds, wheat and leaves. The little pumpkins can be added to table or mantel arrangements, too. "We sell a ton of them," Matthews said.
Sunflowers are also popular in wreaths and arrangements.
