Thursday, October 6, 2011

Our Fall Entry ...

Greetings, everyone!

Is it beginning to feel more like Fall where you are ?!  It's beautiful here in the mornings, but it has still been pretty h.o.t. here in the afternoons.  Not for much longer, I'm sure! 

This year, I opted for the "less is more" theme for our entry alcove!  As much as I LOVE including bales of hay, corn/sugarcane stalks, lanterns and scattered faux pumpkins in our alcove, I thought I'd give our blower, broom and my nerves a break this year from constantly having to: sweep up/blow the *bazillion* strands of hay that wind up ALL over the entry ... clean up melted candles from inside the lanterns ... and run (while screaming LOUDLY) from scary little HUGE lizards that like to hide in the corn stalks and jump out at me while I'm cleaning up said *bazillion* strands of hay and melted candles!  LOL.

Anyhoooo ... here it is ... simplicity (please exuse the tacky orange cord):


One thing I *did* do again were pumpkin topiaries ... except, this time, I placed a white pumpkins in the middle for a bit of contrast and fun.  Grapevine wreaths, Dollar Tree garland and strands of raffia sit at the base of them:


Making an encore appearance (from when I recently shared the custom wreaths I've been making for others), here's our Jax's "Mr. Boo" wreath that I made ... love how the glittery silver polka dots sparkle in the afternoon sun:


To add a splash of Fall to our fountain, I placed natural guords and pumpkins in it (can you say "paint me" please):


LOVE the different textures of the guords:


A Fall flag blows in the wind behind one of the beautiful Mums I picked up at Lowes:


Annnnnd, a few "faux" pumpkins rest on the mulch (which we desperately need to "top off"): 



Well, folks, that's our humble entry ... here's to an easy cleanup and NOOOO scary lizards! 

I'm linking up with:

Thrifty Decor Chick/Fall Outdoor Spaces
Kristen's Creations/Share Your Creations
At the Picket Fence/Inspiration Friday
French Country Cottage/Feathered Nest Friday
Coastal Charm/Nifty Thrifty Tuesday


Thanks for stopping by,

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39 comments:

  1. DebbiedoosOctober 6, 2011 at 6:08 PM

    Very warm and welcoming Becca! I am on my way! Ahhh...the weather is beautiful here too.

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  2. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleOctober 6, 2011 at 6:17 PM

    Looks great to me. We are having wonderful fall weather.

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  3. LOctober 6, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    It looks very nice, Becca. Love the wreath!
    There is a cold front moving in here today. Windy and cooler.
    have a nice evening~ Lu

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  4. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsOctober 6, 2011 at 7:11 PM

    All your decorations look so pretty, Becca! I think my hubby put my Fall stuff in the attic already and we've only been here a week! I went looking for a black urn planter to use for my white pumpkin topiary and visited Hobby Lobby for the first time. They didn't have one though, so I'm still on the look out. Love yours!

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  5. ℳartina @ Northern NestingOctober 6, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    Your front looks so welcoming Becca! I really need to get on the ball and make me some pumpkin topiaries, I love them! Love how you added the little pumpkins and gourds to your fountain too, nice touch! Have a great weekend friend, Martina

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  6. CarolOctober 6, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    Beautiful entrance, Becca! Love the wreath and topiaries! Thanks a bunch for stopping by and becoming a follower!

    Smiles,
    Carol

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  7. Michele SmithOctober 6, 2011 at 7:40 PM

    Looks great! I love your topiaries.
    We are having beautiful weather here! I love it :)

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  8. Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart)October 6, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    Love your entry, so warm and inviting.. hadn't thought about the little lizards that would sneak in.. so glad I didn't do that. lol.. funny I just purchased some small pumpkins for the birdbath today, I'll be sharing in the next couple of posts.. hugs ~lynne~

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  9. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeOctober 6, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    Beautiful Becca! Love your topiary pumpkins :)

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  10. JudyOctober 6, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    I love your porch Becca! I'm dying to try my hand at making one of those wreaths, maybe by this time next year!

    Your "humble" porch is my favorite of any others I've seen...of course, it has your special touch. You made me laugh picturing you running from lizards, I hate those "animals". I was sitting on my rocking chair on my front porch one day this summer and one ran across my lap, I wonder what the neighbors thought when they heard that scream!


    Headed to the beach tomorrow, can't wait!

    Judy

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  11. GailOctober 6, 2011 at 8:17 PM

    Gorgeous Becca! I didn't do nearly as much as I usually do outside for fall this year. I was tired of always having to pick up the corn because the wind was always blowing it down and always sweeping. It was too much work! Now, I'm glad I got that off my chest....LOL!

    Have a wonderful evening,
    Gail

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  12. Sweet TeaOctober 6, 2011 at 8:25 PM

    Don't know where you live but we've had lots of those darn lizards and couple even made their way into our house this Summer. They make me CRAZY!! I've opted for no hay this year too! . . .Beautiful curb appel at your house!!

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  13. JemsmomOctober 6, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    Love the wreath and the pumpkin topiary!!! Where did you get your pumpkins? Tell Jax he did a fantastic job on the wreath! It is soooo cute! Are you on etsy yet?

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  14. Melissa MillerOctober 6, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    Very cute Becca! Simple is good. That is my motto these days.

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  15. A Hint of HomeOctober 6, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    Very pretty entrance, Becca! Love the wreath and pumpkins in the urn!
    Do you live in the upstate? I see we are both in SC.

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  16. Teresa@1800 Farmhouse RdOctober 6, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    Very pretty Becca. I'm really liking the "less is more" idea this year. I think I am going to stick by that at Christmas time too. Great job as always!

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  17. JaneOctober 6, 2011 at 9:43 PM

    I am a big fan of "SIMPLE" - it has many unsung virtues! The topiaries look fabulous, but I have my eye on that wreath. Just love it!!! Nice job all around!

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  18. GinaOctober 6, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    I think your entry looks very pretty & very inviting. Simple can be great.

    Lizards? Really? When I hear stuff like this, makes me happy I live in the North with the snow! lol

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  19. Jessica @ FourGenerationsOneRoofOctober 6, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    Looks great Becca! I love stacked pumpkins :)

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  20. MariOctober 6, 2011 at 11:02 PM

    Hi Becca~looks gorgeous!!!
    loving your wreath :)

    xo~Mari

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  21. Kristens CreationsOctober 6, 2011 at 11:47 PM

    Hi Becca, Your porch looks wonderful! Love the pumpkin topiaries and of course the wreath is adorable!! I don't blame you for not wanting to pick up all the hay sprigs! I was thinking about putting a bail of hay out front, but don't think I will now. Mine is pretty simple too...I did more in the back.

    I was laughing about those lizards...I would probably try to catch them...lol. I've always been into catching critters. I would love to catch the darn little mole that is tearing up our yard (but not as a pet...lol) Ugg...We are going to put out some poison tomorrow...he has to go!

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  22. NanaDianaOctober 6, 2011 at 11:56 PM

    Becca- It looks beautiful! I love those pumpkin topiaries and everything else for that matter. I'd say you did just enough! It is perfect- xo Diana

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  23. Allyson PecilunasOctober 7, 2011 at 1:10 AM

    Looks great, Becca! I love the pumpkin topiaries. I need to get my butt moving and make some before the pumpkins are all gone!!

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  24. UnknownOctober 7, 2011 at 5:12 AM

    Meravigliosa l'entrata di casa.....
    complimenti!!
    Baci
    Sabry!!

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  25. SuzyOctober 7, 2011 at 7:26 AM

    Everything looks so pretty, Becca! I don't blame you for not wanting lizards in your house. With my luck, one would crawl into the bed with me!

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  26. UnknownOctober 7, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    Becca looks very nice very inviting and warm....Love fall

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  27. Town and Country GalsOctober 7, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    Becca,
    your entry is so inviting and welcoming! Love that you used my favorite wreath for your door, beautiful! It's perfect with your black door. Everything looks amazing!
    Rebecca

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  28. Kathryn Ferguson GriffinOctober 7, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    So welcoming and pretty! Wonderful job and amen to no lizards. Visiting from Kristen's Creations. Toodles, Kathryn http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/2011/10/chest.html

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  29. At The Picket FenceOctober 7, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    Your entry looks just MA-VA-LUS my friend! :-) I love the topiaries and the wreath is super fun. I wanted to do some gourds in my foutain too but with the rain we get I was afraid they would just float away! LOL! Thanks so much for sharing your gorgeous home with us at Inspiration Friday!
    Vanessa

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  30. live and luvOctober 7, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    Perfect fall entrance!

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  31. Carrie @ Dittle DattleOctober 7, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    Beautiful outdoor space! I feel so welcome to come on in and chat for a bit :D I adore your creative wreath and I just think the white pumpkin sandwiched between the two orange pumpkins is a fabulous!!! Have a great weekend, friend.

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  32. reFresh reStyleOctober 7, 2011 at 7:27 PM

    Happy Fall! You're entry looks great!
    debbie

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  33. Gypsy HeartOctober 7, 2011 at 8:56 PM

    Sooo pretty! It's hot again here...90' today with wind and humidity. :-( We're supposed to have some rain this weekend...keeping everything crossed!

    I don't blame you for avoiding the lizards and the upkeep. My daughter has lots of geckos around their deck and she is traumatized by them.

    xo
    Pat

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  34. JovanaOctober 9, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    It is simply beautiful!! :) Nice job!!

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  35. TraciOctober 10, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    So pretty! I'm also opting for the less is more option this year. When I say less I mean nothing! HA! I plan to do a little something but so far I haven't been motivated!!!

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  36. andrea@townandprairieOctober 10, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    This is fabulous and I love your photos on your header,too! andrea@townandprairie

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  37. Sweet Little SmoothieOctober 11, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    You're entry is just gorgeous - so welcoming! I just adore those topiaries!

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  38. Goings on at the Glenn'sOctober 13, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    hey the orange cord is just fine. It's the right color anyway :) Just beautifl. I love the wreath!

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  39. AnonymousOctober 18, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    Love the contrast with the faux pumpkins!

    Laura @ {freshly squeezed: life}

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