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Feeling all of those coffee coloured hues for fall. Shop this look.

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What's on your bucket list? Creating a physical product has long been on my list of Must Do's. I've created digital products and printables. I've selected fabrics to create a pillow collection. But designing my own product from scratch, getting it manufactured and selling it? That's something I've never done before.

I knew I couldn't do it on my own though. While I have great ideas, a sharp eye for design, and the business background to get an online shop up and running, the ability to actually draw and illustrate for products is a skill I do not possess. Which is why I was thrilled that my friend Sarah from Pewter & Sage said 'Yes!' to working together to make our product(s) happen! And so, I'd like to introduce you to our new HomeStory Goods Shop.

Sarah is a long-time online friend and an incredible artist (you need to see her hand-painted signs!). We share a love of family, vintage style, and a fondness for simpler times. We believe in slow decorating, shun fast consumption, and are mindful of what we bring into and toss out of our homes. 

Our store tagline says it all: nostalgic goods for modern homes. A conscious blending of old & new.

We wanted to imbue those shared values into timeless products for the holiday season. We wanted to create items that you'll pull out again and again at Christmastime. Things that feel fresh yet familiar.

Let me introduce you to our first collection, Maison (and stick around because I have free giveaway for you!).

To keep the collection from feeling too vintagey, we've also brought in a modern block print design. The hand-drawn holly isn't block printed on the fabric, but you get the same effect with the geometric repeat pattern. Playing with scale on two of the pillows (the 22"x22" pillow has an oversized holly, the 18" pillow has a smaller pattern) feels fresh but allows the pillows to coordinate.

Two-Sided Pillows

The pillows have been designed to work together for an easy, coordinated look. With three different pillows and two different designs each, you can create many different styles for your pillowscape. We've paired the more traditional blockprint and cardinal designs with a graphic grid, classic gingham, and timeless ticking stripes. 

You can go vintage and traditional, or swing more country casual. It's up to you.

Christmas Mugs

Christmas Print

Sarah and I really love the classic but bold berry red and hunter green palette of the Maison Collection and we hope you do too. We hope you'll visit our shop and bring some of these pieces to your home - but we don't want you to leave empty handed!

To celebrate the launch of the Maison Collection, we're offering you these free Christmas Hang Tags. How cute are the patterns on these gift tags? Just print and cut them out, use a hole punch, and add some twine to create hang tags for all your presents.

Sign up below to receive your tags. You'll receive my newsletter as well and can unsubscribe or change your email preferences at any time.

We'd love for you to tag me (@ramblingreno) or Sarah (@pewterandsage) if you use them! Show us how they add English style to your holiday home.

Reverse Pinterest. It's a thing (and a very good thing, in some cases!)

"On a budget" is a phrase I think we'll be hearing a lot now and throughout the holidays. We're all a little worried about inflation, the job market, supply chain issues, and have a general level of uncertainty these days... am I right? Which can make decorating seem unnecessary, frivolous, and wasteful.

I don't disagree. My motto of late has been to 'use what you already have' first, and if you don't have it, invest in something long-lasting instead of something that is cheap, trendy, and will only last you one season.

You can create a pretty, decorated home on a budget. Here's four fall front porch decorating ideas that will have you using your decor in creative new ways.

When you think of fall, what colours do you imagine? Is it oranges, browns, deep reds, and yellows? That is the colour scheme of the falling leaves, but there's nothing that says your decor has to stick to that scheme as well.

You don't need to invest in new pillow covers in just the right tones or use accessories only "suitable" for the fall season. You can create a seasonal look using any colors you desire. The key is to repeat colours and make it seem intentional. 

I started this year's fall front porch scheme with the rug. I purchased this rug in the spring and absolutely love the traditional pattern and blue and white colour scheme. With no desire to switch out the rug, I just incorporated more blue and white elements into the display.

I used pillows and throws I've had for years. The blue pillow was from Rainsford Company and the plaid pillow was from Indigo, two of my favourite sources for home decor products. The smaller beige pillow is from Zara Home is a great neutral that works all year round.

If you do want to buy something new, make sure it is something that truly love and is something that has personality. For me, it was the orange gingham and blue and white floral fabric pumpkins. 

While they're not large, you're bound to notice them wherever they're displayed. I purchased them Buy 1, Get the second 50% off at Michaels (which, if you haven't already, definitely download the Michaels app for great deals!)

• Buying pumpkins straight from the farm. I buy my pumpkins at the farmer's market near our country cottage. I feel better knowing that money goes straight to the farmer who grew these pumpkins in their field. As a bonus, you tend to find different varieties of pumpkins in the country so it's worth a drive!
• Spray painting dead mums for Christmas decor. I've never done this before but I'm inspired by this post to give spray painting mums a try. It has beautiful texture and shine. Perhaps I'll throw in some sprinkle lights too!
• Using reusable or painted pumpkins. You'll notice that I have a few faux and painted pumpkins in my porch decor. It's great to be able reuse these pumpkins year after year for any kind of fall display. See this post for how I took bright orange dollar store pumpkins and repainted them to a calmer grey hue with chalk paint

Fall porch decor in cream, black, and rust

Classic fall front porch decor

Tuck me inside a cozy living room with fluffy throw pillows, a fire burning, and a warm blanket on my lap. That's my idea of fall, all nestled and warm in my own home. If you're the same, I've got the 10 fall decor ideas to help you create a cozy vibe in your home. 

Do you ever wonder how to decorate your home for a new season? I used to just pull out my fall living room decor and slowly switch out summer accessories for fall ones, piece by piece. One day I'd switch out the decorative pillows. Then the next I'd redecorate the bookshelves. But that ended up taking so long! 

These days, I find it much easier now to do it all in one fell swoop. I clear out all the summer accessories and put them away and start with a blank slate. 

Then I bring out living room fall decor and sort it in three categories: florals, accessories, and art. 

This is any easy way to see exactly what cozy accents you have and decide what fall color scheme you want to work with. Seeing all my decorations together led me to a color palette of dark browns, cream, and warm yellows and golds. 

I was able to edit out different things that didn't fall in with those rich colors, like the brighter green faux plants, and the single orange candle. Then, what I'm left with, coordinates beautifully together. Just arrange objects around the room for a cohesive and pleasant look. 

One fall trend I'm embracing is the shift towards warmer woods. I've been on the hunt lately at my favourite thrifting sources for wood furniture and wood frames. 

I bought this secondhand entryway table in the summer and had every intention to paint it. It's red-toned mahogany finish didn't exactly match the rest of my home decor, but maybe that unexpected pop is a great way to freshen up my home. 

You can see how the mahogany entry table picks up on the red toned wood floors and the wood art frame. The rich wood tones complement the neutral paint colours and accessories beautifully.

A quick look around this living space and its obvious that I'm a fan of equestrian decor. It's an easy style to incorporate. I've had these horse motif pillow covers for a while now and paired them with vintage horse art printables, a horse bust, and a horseshoe. Even my quilted herringbone parka brings an equestrian touch. 

There is something about artwork featuring horses and hounds that brings a fall feel to a room. Perhaps it's the autumn hues in the art, or the fact that things like hunting signal a specific time of year. Having a large equestrian art piece over the mantel really sets the tone and brings all of those details together. 

One fall sign you can't deny is mother nature slowly preparing for the slumber of winter. Bringing in natural elements like a vase of fall leaves, acorns, and wheat sheafs signifies the change of season. 

I like to scatter faux pumpkins around the room. Having them painted in neutral greys or made out of plaid fabric is a fun way to keep within my colour palette while adding soft textures. 

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Using branches cut from your garden is a budget-friendly way to decorate, or opt for faux florals in fall colors if you don't have a garden at hand! 

Fall is the perfect time to bring out all the cozy blankets and ward off those cooler temperatures. A plaid blanket on an armchair invites you to sit by the fire and stay warm. A collection of toss pillows in the window seat beckons you to sit and enjoy a cup of tea. 

Can you have too many pillows in one room? Perhaps but textiles go a long way in making your living room cozy and inviting. I love the look of pillows and plaid blankets in a room even when its not in use. You catch a glimpse as you walk by and you get that instant cozy feel. 

This is the time of year when the days get gloomy and rainy. Its important to have different sources of light in your living room in the fall. This can be anything from a pumpkin spice candle set on the coffee table, to a vintage lamp on a side table, to recessed lighting overhead. 

Of course, there's nothing better than a roaring fire to make your living room feel extra cozy. Lamps are having a bit of a renaissance too so look for ones with character. This brushed brass floor lamp adds both function and beautiful shine to the living room. 

One of the best ways to decorate for fall is with vintage accessories. Elements like vintage trophies, old crocks, ceramic vases, and vintage art add character and personality to your home. Their cracks and not so perfect appearance are part of their appeal. Think of creative ways to use old things.

By moving the chairs, I'm able to create a cozier seating arrangement and make the living room feel less expansive. Having one armchair on either side of the sofa creates a pleasant zone for conversation. All chairs are within reach of the coffee table, making it easy to sit and enjoy a cup of tea while sitting down for a talk. 

Placing the plaid armchair next to the fireplace also invites one to sit and enjoy the warmth of the fire. Its the perfect spot to enjoy a good book.

This new layout also gives an enticing view into the living room. I love this peek beyond the pocket doors, especially when the fire is on.