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Wednesday, October 15, 2014

Vignettes of Fall

What's It Wednesday #138
Living in South Florida where real fall colors are at a premium, I wanted to share this gorgeous arrangement my darling daughter and little grandson sent me, just because. I love the punch of robust color added to the softness of the peach roses and white hydrangeas. I actually spilled some of the water because I didn't think they were real!

Even though we stay green pretty much all year in Miami, we do love decorating for the seasons. This is a little vignette I put together for the entry table. Of course, I included some wheat and an acorn for good luck!

This little side table got the bright reds and oranges that are balanced by some classic blue and white. I think it's a great compliment to any décor.

Outside you'd be surprised what your local dollar store can yield. With a little bit of color blending my ten dollar investment reaped an arrangement fit to grace any home. I found the cornucopia at Goodwill for $2.00, yea!

This lovely arrangement was just the inspiration I needed to put me in the mood for Fall. Thank you my two sweeties!
Hugs,
Patti

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86 comments:

Karen said...

Your fall touches are so pretty, gorgeous arrangement from your daughter and beautiful vignette with the two bust.Thanks for hosting, have a great week

Poppy said...

How thoughtful and sweet! A very pretty fall bouquet, indeed. You've created some lovely vignettes, Patti, and I'm sure they make you feel fresh and vibrant every time you pass by them, no matter how hot it may be in your neck of the woods.

Thanks for hosting and have a great day!

Poppy

Parsimonious Décor Darling said...
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Parsimonious Décor Darling said...

The arrangement is lovely, and the door is done brilliantly! Thank you for sharing and hosting!! :)

xinex said...

Besutiful fall vignettes, Patti. Thanks for hosting....Christine

Shabby Marilyn said...

How nice to receive a Fall gift!
love all the fall décor, especially your door wreath.
Thanks for hosting.

JP said...

Fall looks lovely at your house...thank you for hosting!
JP

Doreen@foxdenrd said...

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Doreen@foxdenrd said...

Proof that no matter where one loves, Fall can be spectacular!

(Sorry about that previous 'comment')

Thank you for hosting!

Lori @ Dining Delight said...

You've done a great job adding some fall décor to your home even if the "outdoors" in your area doesn't turn very "fall-ish". Love the vignette you created with the special flowers. Thanks for hosting the party!

Lori

FABBY'S LIVING said...

Lovely arrangement your dear family sent you Patti! All your vignettes are so pretty.
Thank you for hosting.
FABBY

Vickie @ Ranger 911 said...

Your autumn accents are lovely, Patti, and of course I'm especially drawn to the blue & white dishes with orange harvest fruits. Thank you so much for the feature and for hosting the party once again this week!

Vickie

Liz@ HomeandGardeningWithLiz said...

Love your vignettes and I can see why that arrangement put you in the mood for fall decorating!
Thank you for hosting!

Junkchiccottage said...

Love your dollar store front door arrangement. So pretty. Thanks for hosting Patti. Have a great week.
Kris

Shannon said...

Very pretty subtle arrangements to bring in Fall. It was so funny seeing fall decor in you coastal type setting because I literally just read an article about that in a magazine. Thanks for hosting.

Shannon ~ bohemianjunktion.com

Shannon said...

Very pretty subtle arrangements to bring in Fall. It was so funny seeing fall decor in you coastal type setting because I literally just read an article about that in a magazine. Thanks for hosting.

Shannon ~ bohemianjunktion.com

Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble Christmas said...

Thanks so much for the party!!

hugs,
Debbie

Robyn said...

You have such a unique sense of style, Patti. I love visiting here each week because I know I will see gorgeous originality! So nice that the bouquet inspired you to decorate your house so beautifully. Thanks for sharing it with us.
Hope your week is fabulous!

Creations by Marie Antoinette and Edie Marie said...

What fall decor inspiration you've got goin' on!! I love every splash of fall color you've used Patti. The colors are starting to pop out here and there in Ohio and I'm loving it. I went on a Cabin Scrapbook Weekend with my girlfriends this past weekend in a place called Blue Ridge Rock Region and had the most wonderful time. The floral arrangement you received is gorgeous!! Such sweeties you have!

Blessings, Edie Marie

Susie said...

Patti, I love all your wonderful decorations for fall. What a sweet bouquet from your daughter and g.son. Blessings, xoxo,Susie

Jill Harrison said...

seasons comes and seasons go here in Australia - we don't do any of the seasonal decorating like you do in America. Perhaps we should - it looks so lovely.

~Lavender Dreamer~ said...

You have such beautiful things to decorate for Fall. Enjoy your week and thanks for the party! Hugs, Diane

Curtains in My Tree said...

You always come up with gorgeous vignette arrangements .
I seen all my fall items in my storage room on a shelf and they are still there LOL

Rhonda said...

Thank you for hosting this great party!

Jemma@athomewithjemma said...

Patti,
I just know you were so tickled with the hydrangea and rose mix bouquet you received from your family!
Your vignettes are all lovely, but I am bit partial to the one with the gorgeous acorn.
Thank you so much for including me this week in your features!
Warmest Wishes for a good week~
xo
Jemma

bj said...

thanks so much for this great party.
your flowers are so pretty..and your family so sweet to send them to you. I have always loved JUST BECAUSE gifts. :)

Antiques And Teacups said...

Hi Patty. Love the blue transferware and orange...great color contrast! Thanks for hosting!

Penny @ Penny's Vintage Home said...

Beautiful fall decor! Thank you so much for featuring my mini bedroom makeover....It's always a pleasure to stop by and join the party! Hugs, Penny

Julie Marie said...

Oh Patti... every time you invite me into your beautiful home, I feel like I am entering a most enchanted castle... where a beautiful Princess (you) lives... your Autumn arrangements are just stunning, and how sweet of your daughter and precious little grandson to send them to you "just because"... (the very best reason of all)... and I really LOVE your fall colors with your Blue Willow... I have mine out too, I think the oranges and blue are just fabulous together!... Happy Autumn to you pretty lady!... xoxo... Julie Marie

Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces said...

Your fall decorations are so lovely, Patti...and how sweet to receive a "just because" arrangement like that! Love all of the beautiful features, too! Thanks so much for hosting!

Donna Wilkes said...

Lovely fall decor. Thank you for hosting.

Vintage Paint and more... said...

Fall is my favorite time of year and I found it so difficult to do any kind of fall decor when we lived in Central Florida. I was so thrilled to get back to an area that has all the changing seasons. I love how you have embraced it. Thank you for the great party. Cathy

The Summer Kitchen Girls said...

LOVE the blue willow (of course because that's what I eat off of every day lol!) There is nothing prettier than blue and orange for Fall we think :) You are making us feel bad for not getting our decorations at home out yet lol!! Guess what we'll be doing this week....we'd better because we have to start getting Christmas out at the store....and then our time is all gone for ourselves!! Thanks again for hosting ~ always a fun party!!
Karla & Karrie

Muscetta said...

The decorations are really cute. Thanks for hosting. Tina

The Speckled Hen Cottage said...

I can't believe you got the florals for your front door at the dollar store~~~it just goes to show, it's not what you have but what you do with it!!! And you did fantastic!!! Love all your fall vignettes, especially the one with blues...Oohlala! Thanks for hosting.

Sandi@ Rose Chintz Cottage said...

What a beautiful arrangement on your front door, Patti! Lovely vignettes. I am linking up for the first time in a while. I did a little makeover and so I'm sharing it this week. Thank you for hosting.

Blessings,
Sandi

Bente said...

Love your decorations. The colors are gorgeous.

Hugs from here

Babs said...

Great Fall colors to brighten all that south Florida green. :)
Love the oranges and reds with the blue and white transferware. Thanks for hosting.

Alessandra said...

Your floral touches are amazing! I love all the colours. You made lovely and pretty arrangement wwith your daughter.
Kisses
Alessandra

Susan Freeman said...

Lovely fall decorations! I know how you feel Patti ~ no fall color here in south Texas either. We just have to create our own!

Big Texas Hugs,
Susan and Bentley

Judy at GoldCountryCottage said...

Thank you for hosting, Patti. For someone who doesn't get much fall color you have certainly made your home warm and welcoming for fall..Happy Wednesday..Judy

Lauren @ My Wonderfully Made said...

What a sweet surprise! Love the Dollar Store piece and all of your pops of fall color. I have to say I wish I lived where I didn't have the real fall leaves since I'm a summer lover at heart lol

ℳartina @ Northern Nesting said...

What a sweet surprise from your daughter and grandson! Patti I absolutely LOVE both of the Fall vignettes you created along with that pretty table you have in your hallway!

Anonymous said...

I am totally blown away every time I see all of the wonderful features! Now your fall vignettes are just beautiful! Thank you so much for popping in to see me and your kind words. I'm happy to party with you!
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)

Angelsdoor * Penny said...

Dear Patti,
Everything looks so lovely.. I adore your fall arrangements.
Wishing you a beautiful week.
blessings,
Penny

Zuni, Chickadee Home Nest said...

As you saw in my post (thanks for visiting and commenting), I love hydrangeas, and your just-because-we-love-you arrangement is beautiful!

Maria said...

love all the fall colors and the features were really stylish!
Thanks Maria

Amy at Ms. Toody Goo Shoes said...

The arrangement your daughter and grandson sent is gorgeous, not to mention the lovely thought behind the gift! I think you did a great job bringing some fall touches to Miami!

Unknown said...

Your Fall vignettes and such are beautiful. I love the arrangement that your daughter and grandson sent. I live in the south as well. So, Fall foliage is at a very minimal here. Thanks so much for the party. And for stopping by The Southern Special. Have an awesome day.

Michele M./ Finch Rest said...

Patti, your home looks wonderful....and yes, while it may be a little sad you don't have the 4 seasons, I tell ya you also don't have these wicked awful cold long grey horrific winters! Fair trade, I'd venture to say, huh? : - )

Thank you for hosting. I am sharing a recentish autumn tablescape post today.
It's nice to join in the fun!

Revi said...

Thanks for the feature! You made my afternoon. :) Bless you both.
-Revi

Magali@TheLittleWhiteHouse said...

I love your fall decoration and it's beautiful with your blue transferware.

Deanies Stash said...

Paula, love all the fall touches. The door looks beautiful!

Have a great week ladies! Hugs, Dianne

Red Rose Alley said...

Patti,
I love the table where you have the orange colors with the beautiful blue and white plate. You're right, a touch of blue goes with so many things. And do you know that the blue tea cups are the prettiest to me? Your Autumn décor looks so festive and lovely in your home. I look forward to seeing some of your Christmas ideas too. I am always filled with inspiration when I come and visit.

love,
~Sheri

Castles Crowns and Cottages said...

Dearest Patti! Good morning! I hope your Friday is off to a good start! We here in Minnesota are off (yesterday and today) for MEA conferences, and both teachers and students really need the break! How is your teaching year going?

Your kind comment this morning cut straight and lovingly into my heart, because just recently, I experienced yet another judgement on my character from someone who does not know me. With every good intention, some people think they know you AND what is best for you. But each of us knows and better yet, GOD knows what is best for us. I am grateful that He puts that suggestion into each individual heart in order that we may explore it, ourselves. Now that's God's freedom!

Be happy and cozy today! Anita

Patty Antle said...

Your Fall touches are just lovely. It's amazing you make that beautiful door arrangement from thrifty places. Thanks for sharing these inspiring ideas.

Uniquely Ella said...

Oh Patti, I'm so loving your fall vignettes, they are so beautiful. Here in Miami we have to create our fall colors and that ok, it's fun too. You had such inspiration with those lovely flowers.
I'm late to the party again, but I made it. Thanks for hosting.
Blessings,
Marlene

Shenita @ Embellishments by SLR said...

What a beautiful arrangement, Patti! Such a sweet gift! I love all of your Fall decor!!

Angelsdoor * Penny said...

Thank you so much for leaving such a kind note for Cosmo!
Wishing you a beautiful weekend.
blessings,
Penny

The Polka Dot Closet said...

What gorgeous pictures....How did I not know you were a fellow Floridian?! Good for you, what gorgeous fall arrangements! I have so much trouble motivating myself to decorate for fall when it is so hot here. Off to visit some of your great party link ups

Carol

Marigene said...

Thank you for inviting me to be part of What's It Wednesday, Patti.
I am in love with your orange/blue vignette, it is very striking.
Have a wonderful week.

Createology said...

Oh my dear your Fall decor is simply stunning. Each element gives just the right feeling of cozy and warmth. Now you really know how to throw a party. I shall be seeing lots of beauty and inspiration. Falling into Autumn Bliss...

Little Farmstead said...

Thanks so much for stopping by Little Farmstead and the invite to your party! Happy to participate. Have a great weekend!

Betsy@My Salvaged Treasures said...

Your vignettes are always so pretty, I'm loving the beautiful fall colors.
What a sweet thing for your daughter and grandson to do, I hope you get many weeks of enjoyment out of them.

Burlap Luxe said...

Oh Patti,
What a wonderful daughter and grandson to think of your during this Autumn season with all the fall-ness around us encouraging us to look all around at the colourfull changes.
Your vignettes always speak perfection, they couldn't have been more perfect. Love the $1.00 store for things just like this. You really don't mind any wear and tear to such loveliness when the price is so right.
And your entry table is so beautiful, it shows off the vignette with a perfect welcoming to all things fall.

Thank you dear for your beautiful visit.
I have been working on new projects and creating for the holidays as well, see you and your beauty soon.

Xoxo
Dore

Karen @ Beatrice Euphemie said...

Hi Patti - this is my first visit and link-up - looks like fun! Thank you for your sweet visit - I am loving your beautiful blog. Lovely flowers from your sweet daughter and grandson and love all your fall decorations. Thank you for hosting! - Karen

Joanne T Ferguson said...

G'day! Gorgeous post thanks for sharing at our #SayGdayParty; linking to yours too!
Please make sure to revisit if you haven't already to Say G'day to the hosts and another person at the party!
Cheers! Joanne @ What's On The List Pinned

My thrift store addiction said...

Love all of your pretty touches, Patti! Thanks for hosting! Blessings, Cecilia

Anonymous said...

Lovely vignettes. Before the week gets away from me, I just want to make sure I say thanks for being a gracious hostess. Ann Marie @ Iris Abbey

Laura Turner said...

I LOVE all your decorations, but the sophisticated elegance of your entry table is stunning!

Palomasea said...

Hello dear Patti!
Your vignettes are beautiful! I would be doing seasonal decor as well...
The bouquet your sweet daughter and grandson sent is lovely!
We are in MN, so right now the leaves are bursting with extraordinary color. Stunning, but the flip side is that cold is on the way! ;)
Thank you so much for visiting...always a treat to see your messages...
Love and Blessings,
- Irina

Lou Lou Girls said...

Hello cute lady! Beautiful. Pinned. We couldn't think of anyone better to party with. We hope to see you tonight at 7 pm. http://loulougirls.blogspot.com/
Happy Monday! Lou Lou Girls

Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson said...

Beautiful touches of Fall Patti! I love fall colors combined with blue and white. Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann

Angelsdoor * Penny said...

Dear Patti,
Thank you so much for the kind words.. I am so happy you enjoyed Violet.
blessings,
Penny

Kelly said...

I didn't realize that you lived in Miami! No wonder you see green year round. I love the Fall flower arrangement you were given.

Ricki Treleaven said...

Your entry is so, so pretty….Adorable arrangement from your family. I love your vignettes, and I do love the orange and blue together.

I like your wreath, too!

Thanks so much for taking the time to stop by my blog and leave a comment. I have been very sad because I've truly missed blogging so much! Your visit means the world to me!

xo,
RJ

Unknown said...

Love your Fall vignettes! Thank you so much ladies for a great party.
Be blessed,
Patti

Maria Elena said...

Thank you for the party! Have a great day. Maria

Tina said...

Love your fall decor, Patti. Thank you so much for hosting. Have a great day.

Tea Cottage Pretties said...

Such beautiful vignettes and what a lovely arrangement from your sweeties. You have such a wonderful eye for color. Hugs, Beverly

Cranberry Morning said...

That entry table and vignette are just gorgeous!

Pinky at Designs by Pinky said...

Your arrangement is beautiful! How sweet of them to send it! I am so happy that you decorate for the seasons, so many people in Fl. don't:( Fall is about my favorite because I love these colors SOOOO much. All your Fall decor is beautiful!

April's Homemaking said...

Thanks for hosting this linky party, I look forward to looking through all the posts. :)

JES said...

What a beautiful vignette! The blue and orange do POP together! :) Thanks for sharing your decoration inspiration on the Art of Home-Making Mondays this week!

Lou Lou Girls said...

Hello gorgeous! What a amazing decor. Beautiful! Pinned. We hope to see you at our party tonight at 7 pm. It is so fun to party with you! http://loulougirls.blogspot.com/
Happy Monday! Lou Lou Girls

A Joyful Cottage said...

Pretty door wreath. Thanks for sharing at Every Room In The House.

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