1. Curb Appeal: Fall Style

Fall is the perfect time to consider your curb appeal. Could the front door use a fresh coat of paint? Is your porch in need of some TLC? This fall, take a good look at the front of your house.

Colder temperatures make it much more appealing to get projects done than in the sweltering heat. Replant hedges, trim rose bushes, and pull those weeds to get your home picture perfect for the fall.

2. Pumpkin Patch Perfect

While jack-o-lanterns are a fall go-to for most, they only last a few days. While it is a good idea to wait on carving, purchasing pumpkins early in the season can make for some fun seasonal décor.

If you are particularly crafty, consider painting the pumpkins in complementary colors or mixing and matching with gourds to create your very own pumpkin patch.

3. Layer the Love

Whether you have a porch swing or a cozy bench, make your porch more inviting by adding a few throw blankets.

During the cooler months, people often retreat indoors, keep outside appealing with blankets and pillows.

Plaid is a sure thing to capture fall style or consider mixing a patterned pillow with a few different solids for a front porch straight off the cover of Southern Living.

4. Find the Right Foliage

Wreaths are not just for Christmas anymore. Fall foliage can make a beautiful wreath.

Rake those leaves and grab your glue gun for a budget-friendly version or if you are willing to spend the money, consider these custom, homemade options from Etsy.  

5. Mums the Word

Fall’s best-kept secret – mums! Mums come in nearly every color and coordinate well with any décor. Not only is this flower incredibly versatile, but they are also fairly easy to maintain. Mums love sunlight, can be replanted, and are a form of natural pest control. Keep those mosquitoes and ants at bay by planting chrysanthemums this fall.