Just in case you missed my guest post last Fall on Over the Big Moon, I'm sharing this easy Fall Decor idea here. The best part? It's absolutely free!
Materials:
- Clear glass jars and bowls of varying heights and sizes
- Colored leaves (pinecones and acorns work well, too)
- Optional--real branch with colored leaves still attached (we went hiking too late to find one this year, so I substituted a couple of Fall berry branches I purchased for half off after the holidays last year)
- A large vase
Directions:
Take a nature hike with your family and collect leaves, acorns and pinecones. Fill the jars and bowls with your finds, and arrange them however you like! (I promised it would be simple!) In years past, I've used them on the mantel, piano, and kitchen table. If you need some height in your arrangement, small branches (make sure it's okay to trim them) with leaves still attached work perfectly. Be creative!
Fall hikes to collect leaves have become a fun family tradition at our house. The kids love collecting the leaves and then helping me decorate. From forgetting coats to potty breaks in the woods, we have some really funny memories from our hikes. So, go ahead! Start your own family tradition. The decor may be free, but the memories created will be priceless!
Want to get a jump on decorating for the holidays? Check out these ideas for Halloween and Thanksgiving. (The images are linked.)
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Jessi @ Practically Functional
Super cute! I love leaves and berries for fall! Thanks so much for sharing this at my link party!
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Thanks, Jessi! Happy fall!
Corinna Ashley
The trees in your neck of the woods produce beautiful leaves! I'll be lucky to find leaves in those colors, but I will try! I do love filling vases with them this time of year :)
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Thanks, Corinna. We live in the desert, so we have to take a considerable road trip to find these leaves, but it's a great tradition and well worth it!
Joyce
I was going to say how pretty the vase is but then I saw those darling little girls! I guess EVERYTHING at your house is cute!
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You're sweet, Joyce. I think my kids are pretty cute, too! I hope to post a tutorial for the vase soon. Unfortunately, I didn't take any pictures of the process. I may have to recreate it.
Lindsey
What a simple, beautiful idea! It's always great to get the kids involved. I love your big jute wrapped container, too.
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Thanks, Lindsey. I hope to get the tutorial for the vase posted soon, too. Loved your tomatoes!
Cindy {crazloucreations}
Love seeing how much your family changed over the years!! And of course, love the simplicity of this!!
Pinning and sharing!
Cindy @ Crazylou
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Thanks, Cindy. I love taking pictures in the same place every year. It's so fun to see the subtle changes. I'm so jealous of your European vacation! Lucky you!
Summer
This is so cute - love it!
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Thanks, Summer! Love, love those witches feet!
PJ @ Planned in Pencil
I do love simple changes that bring such a great punch of fall, thanks for sharing it at the Pinworthy Project Linkup!
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Thanks, Summer. I just checked out your fabric scrap witch feet, and it is adorable!!!
Lisa
Heidi, I love how this turned out! Thank you so much for sharing at Wake Up Wednesdays! Pinning this!
Shana Norris
I love that candy corn bunting!!
My best friends does a similar picture with her kids every fall at a nearby state park. Something about taking the photo in the same setting, at the same time of year really facilitates looking at how they've changed through the years. It's fun to see the progression.
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I totally agree, Shana. It's so fun to see the kids change and grow!
Darcy
Great job! I love getting frugal inspirations!
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Thanks, Darcy! You're so kind to take the time to comment. Have a great day!
Sarah
Cute easy ideas. Love the wrapped vase. Thanks for sharing.
Danielle @ Poor and Gluten Free
These are such lovely ideas, Heidi! And so much fun for kids to go foraging for these crafts. Thank you so much for sharing this on WNWNW, I’ve pinned it : )