Fall Colors for the Home
Ahhhh….. Autumn is almost here and we can feel the season upon us! We love the smell of the cooler crisp air, the Fall leaves changing ravishing colors, getting out our nostalgic Fall decor, wearing our favorite cozy sweater, making pies and spiced cider and smelling it through the house, spending hours outside, and the list goes on! Here are a few things that will really bring Fall into your home this year - As well as a delicious Spiced Cider recipe! (Oohhhh) ;)
Start your decor off right with this Pottery Barn Lit Natural Pumpkin Wreath & Garland. It is so beautiful, it feels like you just handpicked it from nature.
Of course with Fall comes all things cozy! This Pottery Barn Chunky Handknit Throw is everything for your most comfy spot in the home!
Gourds, pumpkins and berries intermingled with florals show off the bounty of the season. Welcome guests with lit wreath and garland on a front porch or windows.
For Pete’s Sake Pottery Pumpkins! These pumpkins are another level special. Come on now! Don’t you just want all of them?! :) Susan Brown, owner and creator of For Pete’s Sake Pottery, hand paints this precious pottery in the most beautiful Southern charm patterns with a modern twist. L O V E it! She makes much more than pumpkins - Stay tuned for an upcoming blog post on this specialty shop!
These Pottery Barn Weathered Stone Pumpkins are absolutely charming for any corner of the home. These pumpkins are unique and gives the home a rustic and classy feel!
The Serena & Lily Leighton Pillow Cover brings some rich navy tones - Beautifully embroidered on both sides, this simple floral design is stitched onto a rich chunky linen. Blue is one of my all time favorite colors - This pillow is a gorgeous choice to add to the mix.
The Serena & Lily Oakview Pillow Cover brings beautiful Fall tones to the home!
So many things to love: the eye-catching botanical, the artistry of the handmade French knots, and the fabulous texture of the pattern on earthy linen. Finished on each corner with two-tone tassels, Stunning!
Everyone needs a great pie dish for the Fall baking season. In my case I need several ;). This Hearth & Hand with Magnolia - Large Glazed Pie Dish is beautiful and I cannot believe it is only $14.99! The neutral-hued stoneware pie pan fits well with a variety of kitchenware and it’s glazed finish gives it an elevated look. This dish has that perfect classic and elegant “show off your pie” look!
Mulling Spice Ball by Williams Sonoma - A must have for spiced cider for the season! This large-capacity infuser is just the thing for preparing big batches of hot mulled cider or wine for parties. You can also use it to infuse teas or homemade stocks and soups with vibrant flavors of your choosing.
Rosy Rings Harvest Pumpkin Candles for Terrain are perfectly adorable! Hand-poured by Rosy Rings into a special reusable lidded ceramic vessel in the shape of a pumpkin, this candle blends the fragrances of almond milk, cardamom, cedarwood, cinnamon, nutmeg, sandalwood, and turmeric.
About Rosy Rings: Based in Denver, Colorado and with an eye for the natural world, Rosy Rings founder Shannon Cumberland began using flowers from her own garden in her hand-poured candles for beautiful results. Now, her line of home fragrances brings earthy, botanical scents for each season to loyal followers around the country.
Faux Autumn Aspen Tree Branch by Pottery Barn - This Faux Aspen Tree Branch has delicate yellow blooms – perfect for adding sunshine to a home when the chilly weather hits!
Gourd Stoneware Salt & Pepper Shaker Set by Pottery Barn - A charming addition to a festive table, this set makes an ideal gift for a host at an autumn celebration!
Harvest Pumpkin Stoneware Salad Plates - Pottery Barn - The bounty of Fall’s most unmistakable harvest is celebrated in this artisan-inspired set. Taken from an original watercolor, each illustration is layered with the season’s colors for richness and dimension.
Save the best for last - Now for that Delicious SPICED (And Maybe Spiked) ;) CIDER RECIPE!
This easy recipe for Spiced and maybe Spiked ;) Hot Apple Cider is perfect for Thanksgiving and Christmas! Made with cinnamon sticks, star anise, clove, allspice, fresh oranges and a spiced rum to warm you right up!
Ingredients
1 gallon unfiltered apple juice or apple cider
1 large orange, cut into 1/4” slices
3 cinnamon sticks
4 star anise
1 tablespoon whole cloves
1 tablespoon whole allspice
1” ginger root, sliced
1 1/2 cups spiced rum (I used Captain Morgan/Optional)
Instructions
To a large 10 qt dutch oven, add apple juice, orange slices, cinnamon sticks, star anise, whole cloves, whole allspice and ginger root. (If you have a spice ball, add clove and allspice to that. It’s easier cleanup after wards.
Bring mixture to a boil. Reduce to simmer for 2-3 hours.
Add rum to the apple cider mixture.
Remove fruit and spices from the pot.
Serve!
(optional: garnish with orange slices, apple slices or spices)
Notes
This recipe can be made in a Crock Pot as well. Add all the ingredients (except rum) to the crock pot. Turn Crock Pot to LOW and cook for 2-3 hours. Add rum and serve.
