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This & that: quick and easy craft ideas for fall

PUMPKIN SPICE POTPOURRI

SUPPLIES: 2 cups apple cider (apple juice will work too) 1/2 cup canned pumpkin 3 or 4 cinnamon sticks 1 Tbsp. whole cloves 1 Tbsp. pumpkin pie spice 1 Tbsp. vanilla extract 1/2 an apple or dried apple slices DIRECTIONS:

Bring to a boil and reduce the heat to low. As the liquid evaporates continue to add more liquid, whether that be cider or water.

PINE CONE BIRD FEEDERS

SUPPLIES: Pine Cones Peanut Butter Bird Seeds Plastic Spoon, Popsicle stick, or Spatula (to spread the peanut butter) Paper Plate

DIRECTIONS:

Place the pine cone on a paper plate.

Using a plastic spoon or spatula, spread peanut butter around the pine cone. Try to cover as much of the pine cone as you can with a thin layer of peanut butter.

Once the pine cone is covered in peanut butter, roll the pine cone around in the bird seeds until the pine cone is covered with bird seed.

Tie a string at the top of the pine cone and hang from a tree in your yard.

WAXED FALL LEAVES

SUPPLIES: Colorful fall leaves Paraffin wax Mini crock pot

DIRECTIONS:

Heat the wax in the mini crock pot until melted. Lay a piece of waxed paper on your work surface.

Dip leaves in wax, being careful not to burn yourself on the hot wax.

Lay the leaves on the waxed paper to dry. It will only take a minute. Dip the leaves a second time, making sure to dip the stems as well to keep stems from breaking.

When finished, you can use leaves for table decorations or make them into garlands.

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SUCCULENT PUMPKIN CENTERPIECE

To make this cute centerpiece, carefully cut off the top of a small white pumpkin or gourd, then hollow it out, scooping out the seeds.

Fill with a little soil, then place your succulent inside the pumpkin.

To make it easier to remove when the fall season is over, you can keep your succulent in the pot it came in, and use a pumpkin large enough that the planter will fit inside. Just tuck the container in the pumpkin and tuck some spanish moss around the edges to cover up any exposed edges. You can also use the same process using an artificial pumpkin.

CREATE A BEAUTIFUL TABLE SETTING WITH JUST A FEW SIMPLE ITEMS

Artificial oak leaves with acorns Raffia, your choice of color Napkin Craft wire

Cut several strands of raffia 12-14 inches in length. Tie strands together in a bow at the middle.

Wrap a piece of craft wire around the artifical leaves/ acorns, then wrap wire ends around the center of the raffia bow tightly and tuck ends into leaves carefully, cutting off any extra wire.

Fold napkin into thirds. Wrap raffia around the napkin and tie ends together on the back side.

Place napkin on plate and arrange as desired.

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Make your home feel like autumn

Decorating your home for the 2021 fall season is a great way to welcome fall. From color palettes to finishing touches, fall items bring a cozy feeling to any room.

COLORS

There are so many wonderful autumn colors that are easily incorporated into your home, especially if you already have a neutral color scheme.

Earth tones such as browns, greens and cream combined with a soft ivory give an organic feel to your room.

Rich, strong colors like deep green, dark red, blue, yellow and orange are all colors to use in small quantities to add an eye-catching focal point.

Terracotta – shades of red, orange and brown – brings the feel of fall to a room.

Blush is once again a popular accent color for your home with its rosy tones.

TEXTURES

Rustic rugs, brushed brass and elegant velvet can bring your unique style to a room by mixing and matching to your heart’s content.

Brushed brass or gold accent pieces add warmth to a room, while distressed or unfinished items, whether they are furniture or decor, are making a comeback.

Velvet accents like a chair or pillow bring a luxurious feel to your home, and wicker, rattan or cane elements add visual interest.

INDOOR DECOR

Cozy and warm are perfect for this fall’s indoor decorating. It’s easy to add a feeling of autumn to any room.

Chunky knit blankets give a bedroom or family room a comfy feel. You can add a bold color to brighten a room or a neutral color to soften the look.

Candles can create an atmosphere all on their own with earthy scents that remind you of autumn and the outdoors.

Add to your indoor decor by bringing in natural elements such as branches, leaves, pumpkins, pine cones and houseplants.

A gallery wall displaying baskets and trays is still a great pick for decorating. Bring some fall elements into the display with pumpkins, candles or macrame.

OUTDOOR DECOR

Decorating the outside of your home is just as fun as sprucing up the indoors.

Fall garlands of leaves and branches brings autumn to a porch railing, and you can create a beautiful setting with pumpkins, lanterns and potted fall flowers. Mix up faux pumpkins and gourds in green and white to give a different look.

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