Past the Pumpkin… Fall Decor to Span the Autumn Months!

Not just pumpkins - 12 fall decor ideas that last for months!It’s time we break out of the autumn decor rut. Late September rolls around and our minds turn to autumn. So, what do we do? We grab some pumpkins and put them on the porch. Fall is SO much more than pumpkins. Not that there’s ANYTHING wrong with pumpkins — in fact, we like them so much, they get their own post. Check out these ideas for non-pumpkin centered fall decorating that will last from September to Thanksgiving!

How to make DIY Twig Letters at The Happy Housie

We all know how popular monograms are right now. Love how rustic this one is!

Fall Hurricane Vases.  Popcorn, kidney beans and split peas! Add some twine and voila! How simple!

Mod Podge, a balloon and some artificial leaf garland are all you need to make this awesome Autumn Leaf Bowl. (And the chocolate will win you points with guests)

Fall Mason Jar Vases final

Chalk paint is a new buzzword in the craft world. Lightly sanded after application gives these Fall Mason Jar Vases their distressed look.

Need a centerpiece that takes less than five minutes to make? Just place pine cones in a large bowl and place a hurricane vase holding a candle in the middle.: Need a centerpiece that takes less than five minutes to make? Just place pine cones in a large bowl and place a hurricane vase holding a candle in the middle.

There are tiny pumpkins in this, but they are hardly the focus of this lovely Pine Cone and Candle centerpiece.

yarn candy corns

Say what you will about how candy corn tastes, but there’s no denying how much it screams “Fall!” These precious yarn candy corns are so simple to make!

INDIAN CORN WREATH DIY-This is a GORGEOUS wreath and so so easy to make! --stonegableblog.com

 This Indian Corn Wreath is striking. Indian Corn, a wreath form and a hot glue gun are all you need for it!

5 minute DIY fall to winter decorations

This 5 Minute Topiary can take you from fall to winter. Adding and subtracting fall and winter specific elements make it very adaptable.

This simple autumn candle can also be used all season long. Indian corn is such a fun item to use in decorating!

This beautiful front porch scene is created using corn stalk bundles and simple mums – both very affordable items if you get them from the right folks.

And speaking of mums, this arrangement is beautiful as an indoor focal point.

burlap pillow 

Burlap is always an affordable and chic way to decorate. Hop over to this post that highlights its versatility – including how to print directly on it!

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