Happy Fall Y’All ~Time to Bring out Autumn Decor for the New Season

While it was the First Day of Autumn, our weather 

is still quite summer-like. No complaints here...I love summer!

But because the calendar said so, it was time to swap

out the summer decor for the rich, warm colors of Autumn.

Remember, last year I went up to the attic and found Hubby’s 

Vintage Toy Pickup? This year, I purchased these felt pumpkins

at Target to take the place of the Christmas Tree...for now.

On the Coffee Table, I replaced the Hydrangeas 

with these Fall Flowers.

Little Witch with her Black Kitty.

This was created by one of my Blog Friends.

I think it is awesome!

Thanks, Brenda

This Ghost greats you in the foyer...

You can see it from the top of the stairs.

See the box? I am also packing up some 

of my summer clothes for storage.

Another gift, a fresh crisp towel for the kitchen.

Thank you, Debra

Soon it will be time for fall baking...

Pumpkin Spice and Apple Cinnamon.

This special vanilla is from Emily and Jake.

Thank you!

Another greeter in our foyer.

Big witch with her Black Kitty.

This cute pumpkin can stay on the shelf through Thanksgiving.

I guess Black Cats are a favorite.

Happy Fall, Y’All

Take care,

~Natalie

What’cha Workin’ On Wednesday ~Jack and I Have our Sights Set on Valentines Day

After the holidays, I focus my attention 

on reclaiming my Sewing Studio.

Between Winterfest Preparations, 

Thanksgiving, 

Holiday Preparations, 

Gift Wrapping,

 Food Preparaion and Entertaining,

Christmas and New Years,

that room becomes a large walk-in Storage Closet.

It is complete chaos!

As a reward for my hard work,

I was in the mood to create something, 

so I sent my Valentine patterns out to the shop with my hubby.

These Prim Wooden Hearts 

are perfect for Valentines Day, 

but can be on display all year.

The Wooden Heart can hang

 on a small nail, peg, or cabinet knob.

Next project, this angel. 

She wears her heart on her chest, 

so is also a sweet Valentine gift. 

She also would look great in your home, 

all year long!

A  hand stitched Valentine Brooch is another idea 

for a great little gift...for a teacher, secret pal, or prayer partner.

The pin back allows you to attach the heart 

to a garment or to a tote bag.

These Items are listed in my Tins and Treasures Etsy Shop

if you would like to purchase something. 

The link is in the left sidebar above.

Local friends, if you are interested in more information, 

send me a message. We can make arrangements 

and by-pass the shipping charges.

It’s a wonderful Wednesday.

Sending hugs to this special little Valentine.

Take care,

~Natalie

Things in our House Thursday ~New Furniture in the Family Room

Many of you remember this stained glass window. 

We salvaged it from the old house on our family farmstead. 

It is a precious keepsake.

It hangs above the fireplace in our family room.

Perhaps you have caught glimpses of our new furniture 

in previous blog posts. It is time that you get a closer look.

Hubby really wanted a couch with a built-in recliner.

I really wanted a big comfy chair.

We both got our way.

We have still have some work to do with accessories, 

and wall decor, but these things take time, right?!

However, we do have a small start.

I have plenty of time to ponder it, 

as I spend almost an hour every day on our exercise equipment.

We also found a good home for our used furniture.

We will put the new and improved family room to good use, 

when we watch the Bison play 

in the National Championship Game this weekend.

Take care,

~Natalie

Where the Week Went ~Trimming the Trees ~~And More

Our Christmas boxes came down 

from the attic two weeks ago. 

It takes some time to put everything in place.

So many precious memories accompany those decorations.

Hubby hung the garland on the front of the garage yesterday.

I will get a photo of that after dark.

He also helped hang the Seasons Greetings 

sign over the stairway.

My Jingle Bell wreath sounds 

just like Santa’s Sleigh!

This year I moved the tree to a spot 

closer to the dining room, 

this way I can see it when 

I am working in the kitchen.

Why do I put in all this effort to 

decorate when it is just the two of us?

I just love the glow of the Christmas Tree lights, 

especially in the evening.

Maybe you all remember this centerpiece 

that you can assemble with items 

you already have in your home.

It also gives off a lovely glow 

when you light the little candles

I always look forward to setting up my little tree 

on my bathroom vanity. 

It provides the perfect nightlight 

when I get up in the night.

There are a few sweet treats in the 

Living Room Coffeetable Centerpiece.

I must add some dark chocolates, right?

I like the Christmas Tree Lights so much, 

that I set up a tree in the downstairs Family Room too.

Hanging over the fireplace mantel, 

is the stained glass window from our old farmhouse.

Christmas picture frames show off a photo 

of our grandson...

..And photos of our daughters.

This one was taken 16 years ago, 

when they were both still living at home.

This cute little tin was a gift from a student a few years ago.

It contained homemade gingerbread cookies.

My personalized snowmen ornaments...

...It really is beginning to look a lot like Christmas.

Have a Holly Jolly Christmas!

Take care,

~Natalie