Blue Pumpkins

Jarrahdale Blue Pumpkins

 

It is September 15th, so pumpkins should start arriving this week. Publix has gotten in several types to date - white, small orange pie pumpkins, and new small striped ones called Bumble Bees as well as gourds. I suspect my favorite heirloom pumpkins will be arriving soon. I mentioned last year that heirloom pumpkins last so well - I keep mine for months. 

Happy October

CCC

Who remembers the wonderful quote from Anne of Green Gables about October? "I am so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers." Such a gorgeous time of year.

Autumn @ CCC

CCC

 

It is 72 degrees here in South Florida - we finally have a cold front. Of course, it will be up to the mid eighties this afternoon. I have started a little fall decorating here at CCC.

A Blue and White Autumn

Blue and White Ceramic Pumpkins

 

I am not a fan of traditional orange pumpkins at all. I do love heirloom pumpkins in white and in blue and the Cinderella pumpkins in pale peach. These colors all work much better at CCC. I also love faux pumpkins in wicker and in blue and white. 

Fall DIY

MacKenzie-Childs Blue and White Striped Pumpkin 

Mackenzie-Childs has lots of wonderful pumpkins for fall and Halloween decorating in lots of colors, designs, and sizes. I especially like this blue and white striped one. I never tire of blue and white stripes.

Fall Decorating

Large Rattan Loop Wicker Pumpkin

September is right around the corner and I love decorating for fall. These wicker pumpkins are so pretty. Perfect for fall and Halloween. I think the loop detailing gives them a very high end look reminiscent of Juliska's wicker pieces. 

Fantastical Pumpkins

CCC

I was in Publix yesterday and had to get this pumpkin. I have never seen anything like it. I wasn't sure it was real at first. It looks like it has been painted.

Sophisticated Halloween Decorating

Society Social

 

I started some Halloween decorating yesterday. I love decorating for Halloween almost as much as I love Christmas decorating. Halloween is definitely not just for kids anymore!

September

Martha Stewart 

It's September and I can't wait to start decorating for fall indoors and out. Pumpkins will be arriving soon. I especially love heirloom pumpkins. A tip - heirloom pumpkins are very thick skinned and they last far far longer than traditional orange pumpkins. Even in a hot climate like Florida, they fare much better. But do try to give your pumpkins a protected spot where they are not in direct sun. And wash and dry them well when you bring them home to remove any bacteria that can promote rot. 

Elegant Fall Decor

Marble Pumpkin 

 

Although here in South Florida is the land of endless summer, I love seasonal decorating. I always look especially forward to fall and Halloween decorating. I am always on the lookout this time of year for fall decor. I have found pieces that will work all season and are quite elegant.

Decorating for Fall

Thanet House - Southampton

 

This wonderful home is the Thanet House at 143 South Main Street in Southampton, New York. For those of you who know Southampton, it is right in the heart of the village.

Built in 1913 for the son of Dr. Theodore Gaillard Thomas, who is often credited as the founder of the Southampton summer colony, this imposing brick dwelling was given the name Thanet House. I have seen several current photos of the home and the massive blue and white Chinese "vases" are always in the photos. I wonder if they are brought into shelter in the winter?

Gobble Gobble

Raffia Turkey

 

I know it is still September, but last year at this time, September 10th to be exact, I posted on a darling raffia turkey, knowing it would sell out quickly well before Thanksgiving.

I'm Dreaming of a White Halloween

The Potted Boxwood

I am not a huge fan of orange pumpkins for fall and Halloween decorating. I much prefer the peach Cinderella pumpkins, blue Australian pumpkins, and white pumpkins. I am thinking of using white ones at CCC this year. I love the inspiration above. I too have a white house and love this look. And don't miss the pair of skeletons in the planters next to the door. I have a pair of mermaid skeletons I got last year that I will use in my blue and white Chinese fishbowls with topiaries flanking my front door. I think the white pumpkins will work much better with all my blue and white Chinese porcelain at my front entrance too.

Blue and White Fall Decorating

MacKenzie - Childs Sterling Stripe Halloween Pumpkin

I can't wait until real pumpkins start arriving here. In DC they arrived around Labor Day, but here in Florida is always later for some reason. I will start today putting out my pumpkin decor. I have a nice collection of wicker and raffia pumpkins. I love this blue and white striped one. Very chic.

Pumpkin Decor

Woven Pumpkins in Dark

 

These darling woven pumpkins are available in two colors and two sizes and are priced at just $5 for the small and $10 for the medium. These would be perfect for setting the fall table with one at each table setting, the mantel, a centerpiece, or a pop of fall decor anywhere. Use them as fall, Halloween, and then Thanksgiving decor.

Setting the Thanksgiving Table

OKA US

Here is some easy and beautiful inspiration for setting the Thanksgiving table.

Don't put away your Halloween pumpkin decor - it's perfect for the Thanksgiving table.

Setting the Fall Table

Caspari

Whether dining indoors or al fresco, this is very pretty inspiration for setting the fall table.

Happy Columbus Day

The Potted Boxwood

 

If you are looking for an elegant way to decorate for Halloween, this is great inspiration. A beautiful display of white pumpkins and don't miss the skeletons in the planters next to the front door. So fun!

A Chic Halloween

Plaza Flowers NYC

Danielle Rollins posted this wonderful Halloween front entrance by Plaza Flowers NYC. So creative! I love the blue and the white heirloom pumpkins and mini white pumpkins and the black and white painted pumpkins. Here are some more chic ideas for decorating for Halloween in style.

Wicker Pumpkins High/Low

Terrain Wicker Pumpkins

 

Wicker pumpkins are great for indoor fall and Halloween decor. Here are wonderful high/low options for you.