Autumn Blog Hop: Vivid Hue Fall Reveal

 

This has been an exciting week!  Yesterday kicked off another One Room Challenge and I'm crazy enough to participate again.  For a sneak peek into the room I'll be making over, go here. 

 

And today, it's finally my turn to partake in the Autumn Blog Hop!  Over the course of the last 7 days, 6 other bloggers have participated in The Pink Clutch's Autumn Blog hop.  To see their fabulous reveals, visit here and here. 

 

Today, I'm sharing 5 key elements that I like to use when decorating my home for fall. 

 

 

 

1. Feathers

I use feathers in my arrangements because they introduce an unexpected element.  I've been known to add them to flower arrangements, centerpieces, napkin ring holders, wreaths, my children's hair (ok, teasing about that but just making sure you're still reading).  Years ago, I paid a small fortune at an antique store for pheasant feathers.  (I guess the dust on them qualified them as "vintage").  But these days, I hit the craft store and buy them for dirt cheap.  

 

Here are some scenarios where I am currently using the feathers. 

 

 

2. Unconventional Color Use

Ya'll know I love color, thus the name Vivid Hue (bright colors).  And I'm all about creating an unexpected element in home décor.  For example, during the Christmas Holidays, I don't use the conventional red and green but rather an eggplant.  And the fall season is no different.  I try not to stick to the expected orange and brown hues when decorating for fall.  I love white pumpkins and sage colored gourds.  This season, I even pushed the limit a bit and used celadon green on a table setting.  I mixed pears with white pumpkins and feathers and acorns. 

 

Hattan Home sent me their Chinoiserie Placemat in Lime Citron to try out.  I added the placemats right into the mix (love the chinoiserie print on these paper mats).  Now, granted, the salmon color in my table runner and napkins was making this a bit more spring-like than even I'm usually comfortable with.  But my point is, have fun with colors and don't restrict yourself to typical seasonal choices. 

 

  

 

 

3. Gourds and Indian Corn

Yes, these are an autumn staple.  I do feel like a bowl of gourds are a must have for a fall home.  This year, I found blue corn and used them with my dusty blue placemats.  So, despite what I said above about avoiding the traditional orange and brown fall colors...I do use them in small doses. 

 

 

This photo is NOT from my home but I wanted to share because I absolutely love the candle wrap they created from this.  If I can get my act together, I hope to try this before Thanksgiving comes and goes.  (And I'll post an updated picture here).  In the meantime, my apologies for not knowing who to credit this photo back to.  (Sloppy). 

 

 

 

 

 4. Halloween Décor

Tis the season.  You can't think of fall without considering Halloween.  We definitely find ways to enjoy the Halloween season.  We put up a spooky tree with black branches and skeletons.  We hang tacky black garland around our kitchen light.  We even garnish the outside of the house with oversized black furry spiders.  (And we got a jumping spider this year to scare all of the neighborhood kids).  Ah... yes, when you have a 6 and 7 year old, these little things are essential. 

 

 

Full disclosure, this is another photo that I borrowed from the web.  This is not my house, though I'd love to do this.  If I can get my act together.  And if we can finish off 30 plastic cartons full of milk.  STAT. 

 

 

 Now, this lovely display *is* proudly being displayed in our home.  My husband is a complete freak...er Star Wars freak and loves anything and everything having to do with Star Wars.  These were the last 2 lanterns left in CVS today so I grabbed them.  He's sort of a decoration hoarder when he spots something he loves, so I would not be surprised if I catch him driving to every CVS across Connecticut looking for more of these sucker.  You know, one can never have too many fake black plastic Star Wars pumpkins....

 

5.  Fall Planters

And ending on a classy note, planters adorned with fall flowers and plants are a great fall staple.  I have never even attempted to act like I have a green thumb of any sort.  I have my wildly creative friend Jen from @thymetoplant refill these babies for me each season!  (Local Connecticut peeps can visit her here). 

 

 

 

Lastly, be sure to check out all of the talented designers that are busily working away on their home makeovers for the One Room Challenge.  You can see hundreds of transformations on the Calling It Home site (Linda is the mastermind and creator of this entire challenge). 

 

Also, visit more of my home here.    

 

Happy Fall!

 

Cheers,

Heather

 

PS- Thank you to Hattan Home for sending me their Chinoiserie Placemats.  I was not endorsed in any way for the use or review of this product. 

 

 

One Room Challenge Week 1: Inspiration

 I am thrilled to be participating in this 2014 One Room Challenge as a linking participant.  I've participated in previous challenges and, whew, let me tell you, it is a whirl wind 6 weeks.  But I love every minute of it!  Here's the bohemian chic guest bedroom reveal  (another post here) from the past challenge. 

For those of you that are new to Calling It Home's One Room Challenge, this is a 6 week challenge where bloggers select one room in their house to makeover.  Each week, we reveal a preview of the progress of the room all leading up to the final reveal on week 6. 

This time around, I'm going to makeover my son's bedroom.  Jack is a seven year old who started sleeping in our guest bedroom rather than his own room so that he could be closer in proximity to our master bedroom.  Over time, this room became his room.  Now, I want to turn the guest room into his own space.  There are a few main objectives in this makeover.

1. Bunk Beds

Courtesy of Pottery Barn Kids
 

I want a space that Jack can enjoy for his own, but also share with his friends as he gets older.  Ok, ok, I must admit that sometimes Jack's lil sister, Vivi, also likes to have a slumber party in his room on the weekends.  So having bunk beds would be a cool way for them to share a room without sharing the same bed.  The only thing is, I'm torn about actual bunk beds.  I don't want them to be flimsy and cheap looking.  I want something that can be used for years to come.  I'm in search for the ultimate non-bunkbed-looking-bunk-bed. 

2. Unique Ceiling



Design Megilla

I want to have fun in this space.  Really deck it out and make the ceiling something that wouldn't normally be expected.  I want something that will make the kids feel like their in a special place.  I don't know if wallpaper or paint is the way to go, but something along these lines...

3. Individual Lighting

Jane McKeller

Soraia Tetamanti via Pinterest

I love the idea of posting individual lights on each bunk level.  These would be great for reading and creating individual personal space. 

4. Industrial Decor

I usually use an explosion of color in decorating my home.  Proof here and here.  However, for this makeover, I want to try to stick to neutral tones and select one color for a pop.  I envision a Restoration Hardware type feel.  Something that uses industrial type decor but in a child-friendly way. 


Via RH Baby and Child

via Lush Home

via Restoration Hardware

I can see using vintage/thrift and new furniture in this room.  This week, I'll be trying to narrow down the type of beds to put into the room.  I think that will drive the rest of the look in the space. 

Check back next week to see progress.  I'll also reveal a photo of the room I'm working with. 

 

Also, the following exceptional designers are participating in the ORC.  I encourage you to hop on over the Calling It Home to view the progress of their rooms.  It's breath-taking what designers can pull together in 6 week's time. 

 

Here are individual links to each participant. 

The Players…Abby M. Interiors  ||  Because It’s Awesome   ||  Bijou & Boheme  ||  Chinoiserie Chic  ||  The Decorista  ||  Design Chic  ||  The Design Daredevil  ||  Design Darling  ||  Design Indulgence  ||  Design Manifest  ||  House of Turquoise  ||  Jana Bek Design  ||  Jill Sorensen  ||  Maddie G. Designs  ||  Mimosa Lane  ||  A Piece of Toast  ||  The Pink Pagoda  ||  Stone Textile  ||  The Zhush  ||

 

Additionally, You can see more linking participants by visiting Calling it Home

 

Autumn Blog Hop + ORC Makeover

Ok, ya'll.  Time to get caught up on our Autumn Blog Tour.  The Pink Clutch invited 7 design bloggers to participate over 7 days in sharing their houses decked out for fall.  Paige has become a fast and dear friend to me and I'm so thrilled that she asked Vivid Hue Home to participate. 

To visit the first 3 fall homes, go here. 

On Day 4 of the Autumn Blog Tour,

Krystine Edwards shared her creative ways to making her Charleston home ready for "fall."  They are still having very warm weather there, so Krystine has used unique decorating ideas to provide fall accents that will work in her environment.  Here's a sneak peek, and for more, visit here:

On Day 5 of the Autumn Blog Tour,

Amanda from Dixie Delights spooked up her space for Halloween.  She's got wildly creative suggestions for decorating for the fall.  Here's a sneak peek, and visit more here.  (PS, You'll never guess what she named this little guy)

On Day 6 of the Autumn Blog Tour,

Fancy Ashley shared how she adds special touches of fall around her house.  You'll notice that she appreciates the subtle signs of fall (a fresh scented candle, or pumpkin) to introduce the new season.  And, as always, she decorates with utmost style.  Here's a sneak peek, and go here for more.

 And last but not least...please be sure to check back on Friday for the Vivid Hue Home Autumn Blog Tour. 

Next, there is some exciting news to share...You may remember that we participated in Calling It Home's One Room Challenge in the spring and made over the guest bedroom.  (See here).  This is the challenge where designers select one room to makeover during a 6 week period.  (Nuts and complete craziness, yes, but fun!).  Check back tomorrow because Vivid Hue Home will once again be joining the challenge as a linking participant! 

Today, 20 designers have already kick started the challenge and you can see their progress here. 
Here is a list of the talented ladies that are involved.  You will be amazed at the talent among this group. 

Be sure to check back tomorrow to see which room I will be making over.  And again on Friday for the fall décor reveal! 

Cheers,
Heather