The start of fall is so refreshing to me. As much as I love summer, there’s something about the crisp air, colorful leaves, and fun fall activities that I really look forward to.
This might be a little on the early side, but I usually like to put my fall decor up shortly after labor day weekend. By the end of August, I’m ready for some cooler weather and being able to wear sweaters and jeans on a daily basis.
I love fall decor, but I’m not the craftiest person and can’t make half of the cute things I see on Pinterest. So I tend to gravitate towards inexpensive options that require zero crafting on my part, and don’t take up a huge amount of space when I need to store them after fall is over.
I don’t typically share decor ideas here (because I’m by no means an interior designer or even pretend to know what looks good), but I thought this would be a fun way to kick off the impending fall season. I’m sharing some of my favorite easy and inexpensive fall decor ideas that I find to be practical too in terms of the time they take to put up and take down with small kids around. I hope you enjoy!
5 easy and inexpensive fall decor ideas:
1. Clear vase + filler
Invest in some artificial fall leaves or some vase filler (I love this one with faux pumpkins, berries, and pine cones). It adds a festive touch when placed into a clear vase. I have a vase similar to this one and I fill it with different items depending on the season. It’s a nice way to cut down on the amount of decor I have for every season since it’s something I can leave out year-round and then just decorate by putting small items into.
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2. Small gourds and pumpkins
This is probably one of my favorite ways to decorate for fall! I love going to a local pumpkin patch and stocking up on small gourds and pumpkins to scatter throughout the house. They are cheap, last for several weeks, and then I can just toss them when it’s time to decorate for Christmas. If you aren’t into the idea of having real pumpkins or gourds in your home, you can also invest in some small artificial pumpkins and gourds to be able to reuse year after year.
My centerpiece decor on my kitchen table last fall that I threw together with some gourds and a candle/lantern that I already had.
That time I went a bit overboard at the pumpkin patch a few years ago and came home with all these goodies…whoops, I might have gone a little fall crazy that year!
3. Burlap banner
I will admit, I’m kind of a sucker for burlap. How cute is this “Trick or Treat” banner? I like that it would make a big impact either on a mantel if you have one, or on a wall, and wouldn’t require much space to store when Halloween is over. Perfect for anyone living in a small space with not a ton of storage!
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4. Dish towels
I don’t typically put a lot of seasonal decor in my kitchen, just because I like to keep the counters as cleared off as possible. But I do like changing out my dish towels on a seasonal basis. It’s a fun and pretty clutter-free way to add a pop of fall festiveness to your kitchen without going too crazy. I’m digging this fall foliage dish towel.
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5. Wreaths
I inherited a beautiful fall leaf wreath (say that 10x fast) when my Grandma passed away a few years ago, and it’s so special to me. Not only does it remind me of her when I put it up at the start of every fall, but I really enjoy pulling up to our house and seeing my house “decked out” with a fall wreath on the door. It’s very welcoming to pull up to! I found this mini berry and leaf wreath and think it would be great either on a front door or placed on a table with a candle in the middle.
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What’s your favorite easy and inexpensive fall decor to put up in your home? Are you looking forward to the crisp air and changing leaves as much as I am?
I am officially excited about fall now! I have always decorated for fall to bring in those wonderful colors to the house. There is nothing like fall in upstate New York π
Glad I’m not the only one Lisa! π I was hoping no one would think I was crazy for talking about fall so early, but I just couldn’t help myself. I’m so excited! I love fall in Chicago too, it’s so pretty with all the colors!!
Great job! I don’t think you can go wrong when you gather your Fall decor pieces , then let your imagination go wild . How fun is that ! Keep up the good work, and have fun.
Fall is my favorite time of year! The clear vase/filler works great for any seasons! I’ve done mini Christmas ornaments for Christmas! Luckily my stepmother has stocked me up with hand towels for every holiday! π
Yep absolutely Heather! I just leave my clear vase out all year and simply change out the filler depending on the season. So easy! π Haha that’s so sweet, my Mom actually has stocked me up with hand towels for all the seasons too. I love it!
I love buying pumpkins, especially the mini ones, for around the house! They look so fun and then I don’t have to store them at the end of the season either – which is always a plus ha.
I’m kind of obsessed with the mini ones…haha I go a little crazy with them! That’s my favorite part too, I can toss them away guilt-free when November rolls around π
Is it fall already?? Yep, October is right around the corner, I’ve already started planing my Halloween plans and outfit. I’ve always been a fan of decorating with small gourds and pumpkins, they are so cute and ugly at the same time, great for fall.
You are way ahead of me then Mary! Lol I just started thinking about Little Miss’s costume actually…I think I may go with a flamingo if I can find a cute enough costume for her. It’s too much fun!
I love the idea of filling clear vases. I have a big leaves and berries wreath that I like to put out as well. I usually don’t decorate seasonally, but pumpkins and my wreath are my two fall go to items to make it more festive. Great ideas, Christina!
Those are great ways to make a big impact without as much decor to put out Kristi! I really love my clear vase too..I seriously have it out all year round and then when the different holidays rolls around, I just fill it with whatever goes during that season. And then during summer it usually goes back to just being a regular old vase!
I love the centerpiece on your table!! For fall, I have to have a centerpiece, a wreath (I made one last year), garland or a banner for our fireplace, and a bunch of pumpkins out front and inside! Also, dying laughing at all the pumpkins you purchased a few years back. That’s totally something I would do! π
Thanks Sarah!! Haha we are such kindred spirits, sounds like you have fall decor covered!!
Haha love the pic with all the pumpkins. We started a tradition when we first dated where we get 1 additional pumpkin each year. I think we’ll be at 8 (or 9?) this Fall. We cheat though as we do get some of those really tiny pumpkins.
That sounds like an awesome tradition DC! We would be at 9 this fall too if we did like, I might steal your idea. That sounds like a really fun one!
This post makes me so excited for fall. Definitely my favorite time of the year!
Me too Michelle!
I have never been a big fan of fall, however, since my son’s and dad’s birthdays are in September, I am always looking into new decorating ideas. I love these colorful leaves, very pretty π
Not a fan of fall?!? Lol what about pumpkin spiced lattes? That’s probably 50% of the reason I love fall if I’m being honest haha π
Thanks for the ideas! I am so boring that there tend to be only 3 seasonal decoration cycles at my house: no summer garden wildflowers, garden wildflowers, and Christmas. I think I’ll look into the dish towel idea, and LOVE the look of clear vases with decorations.
You bet Janeen!
Great ideas! I honestly can’t wait for the fall season, it’s one of my favorites with all the fall leaves, decorations and pumpkin flavored treats π
YES! Pumpkin flavored treats are my favorite!
Crisp air and falling leaves? Man, I’m going to miss autumn in the Adirondacks this year! :\
I love your suggestions Christina! I don’t usually decorate for fall, but I think I may this year, just to give me that “feeling”. π
Ah sorry Kay, it’s okay – you can think of me when it’s -30 windchill in Chicago in January and you’re walking along the beach lol.
Great post! Fall is my absolute favorite season. These are great trips. I’m super busy and never have time to really “decorate” the house. I think I can handle these, and will definitely try them!
Thanks Helen! Agreed, even if I did have the time to spend an entire day decorating, I really wouldn’t want to. These ideas are super easy to implement and still have that festive feeling in your home!
Fall is my favorite decoration season, so these are great ideas. Last year I went around my daughter’s school playground and picked up a ton of acorns. Then I coated them with clear paint and used them to fill vases. Super cheap and super cute!
That’s a genius idea Elise, way to get creative!
Seems like everyone’s favorite season is fall π
Well, so is mine. We are still having a lot of super sunny days here in NYC but early mornings and late evenings are quite fall-ish already. Best part of the day π
Agreed Mariana! I’m looking forward to a month or so from now where I’ll probably be able to wear jeans comfortably in Chicago π
Those are really pretty Christina,
I especially like the wreaths and the dish towel. They look really beautiful indeed.
As for me, i don’t really have favourites but i love all the ones you just shared here.
Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Theodore!
I love the use of the small gourds and pumpkins in an interiors display, helps to keep the proportions appealing to the eye.
I love gourds and pumpkins too Angela!
I love the wreath. I just discovered One Kings Lane and love their accessories. Thanks for the beautiful board!
I love these colorful leaves, very pretty ?