I am a big fan of nature inspired decor for autumn. From leaves to acorns to branches and seasonal dried flowers- I love to bring those beautiful touches of nature inside.
Today is all about autumn decorating ideas that are natural and budget friendly. I created several arrangements full of dried foliage and most were an assortment under $25.
Autumn Decorating Ideas
I love how this arrangement turned out. It is so simple and perfect when you want a less is more look for your mantel- but at the same time says fall beautifully.
This is just a mix and mingle of dried leaves and eucalyptus- and a few roses tucked in.
I placed these in a charming terra cottage vase for that chalky warmth and added amber glass candles for a cozy glow.
Get the look: Dried Eucalyptus | Terra Cotta Vase | Amber Glass Candles
Eucalyptus
Another simple easy and inexpensive look- using those same branches and eucalyptus as a base for a terra cotta pumpkin. I love the warm creamy color of muted terra cotta – so perfect for autumn. The pumpkin is older & grapes are vintage -but I linked some new options to get the look.
Get the Look: Terra Cotta Pumpkin | Faux grapes | Wheat Wreath
Click the photos to shop the look below
Dried Flowers
You might remember this arrangement- a big mix and mingle of dried flowers from the garden along with a few fallen branches other dried blooms. I love the simplicity of it and will be sharing another version this season too so stay tuned. You can see more in this post here
Shop the look by clicking the photos below
Dried Hydrangeas
Another look I love is using dried hydrangeas. Anytime you can enjoy fresh blooms in the house- and then repurpose them and enjoy them again in a different way is a good thing & budget friendly. These big bold pee gee hydrangeas are stunning both ways- I love them mixed with the pumpkins for a burst of autumn sunshine. You can see more HERE
Each of these ideas are simple and easy to do- and since they are using mostly dried flowers and branches- they are also budget friendly. Click the photos below to shop the look.
Get the Look
Happy decorating all.
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I loved this post, but was bummed out when I went looking for you terra cotta vase.
the vases you posted are lovely buys..but yours on the mantle is fabulous! so sad I coulnt find it anywhere online, boo hoo! please share where yours was purchased.
thank and i love following your blog 😉
Hi Julie!
So sorry! I intended to share the vase I used but it was no longer available and I couldn’t find an exact match for it anywhere. I tried to link to one that was similar.
There is a new trend where you cOuld paint a clear or ceramic vases in a style you like and but some good quality terra cotta pajn and a sealer.
HI jULIE
jUST A IDEA FIND A SIMILAR SHAPE VASE AND USE CHALK PAINT IN A CLAY PINK TONE. i HAVE SEEN A GREAT DEAL OF THAT CLAY COLOR IN DECOR FOR FALL
Evereything looks so nice
I really do love the blush on our Giant Sedum and am breathlessly waiting for them to turn a bit more. Gathering will be fun this year, as we have LOTS of Chinese Lanterns growing in the yard beds and garden. Lovely post, Ty/
Hi Julie,
You can find some of the terracotTa vases on Etsy. Just Search on blush terra cotta vases. You will get other variations…but They do have some!!