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Natural Collected Fall Home Tour

Happy Thursday Everyone. Today I am joining Annie, and Mary Ann and a great group of home decor bloggers for our fall cozy home tour.  Come join me for my Natural Collected Fall Home Tour.

NATURAL COLLECTED FALL HOME TOUR

There is no need to go out and purchase a bunch of decor that is holiday specific.  Try and repurpose what you have. Try to look at your existing decor with a new eye.  We have a lot of antique and vintage items.  They can be easily repurposed and reused for a unique “new” look. I added a few new pillow covers, some sunflowers, refreshed an old wreath with new moss, and purchased pumpkins. I always try to add natural elements to what I have for a unique collected look. I wanted a muted color theme of browns, creams and rusts for an earthy, organic vibe.

NATURAL COLLECTED FALL HOME TOUR

In California, fall is kind of non-existent.  Any eastern trees that we have don’t turn until about Christmas, so we have what I call fake fall.  The flowers are still blooming and we drag out the pumpkins.  So here you see our bougainvillea in bloom.

ENTRY TOUR

Cindy Hattersley's Porch with bouganvilla

I added a wreath that we had on our lake house door for almost 10 years. This door has a lot going on so I wanted the wreath to be simple and not overwhelm the door.  I linked a couple of similar at the bottom of the picture with supplies so you can craft your own. I also linked a couple of new ones if you prefer not to make your own. I freshened mine up with some new moss and added three mini pumpkins with the glue gun. All I did was add some gathered twigs, two different kinds of moss,  the three mini pumpkins (with the glue gun), and some raffia tendrils.  This is a simple craft project anyone can do. I am happy with it and I didn’t have to buy a new wreath.

Cindy Hattersley's Porch with bouganvilla

CRAFT YOUR OWN TWIG WREATH OR PURCHASE SIMILAR

The pots already had the chartreuse & purple potato vines. I took out the begonias and substituted mums & pansies from Home Depot, and Coleus from my favorite nursery Bokay in Salinas.  This will last until Christmas. All of the pumpkins came from Borchard Farms in Salinas.  If you are local they have the best variety.

cindy hattersley's porch container & pumpkin vignette

Come on in! The living/family everything room is on the left. This is our simple entry.  The fixture is original. We are still debating if we should keep it. It is kind of small.  We might move it outside (that one is awful) and get something new here.

cindy hattersley's fixer upper entry

Since we moved from a much larger home, I have a lot of accessories available to exchange in and out, and pillow covers from years past. You can check out my post Fixer Upper Living Room Before & After here.  to see what the living room looked like before.  I wanted a cozy, natural collected look without having to change much.

LIVING ROOM

cindy hattersley's fall living room

I began by restyling the coffee table. The large black tray was hanging on the wall in one of our guestrooms previously. The antique breadboard was purchased @patine several years ago and travels around the house.  The coffee table is modern and I like the juxtaposition of something old to tone down the newness of the coffee table. The vintage blue box was purchased at Round Top several years ago to house the tv remotes. The dried sea urchin and dried cholla add texture and a touch of nature, as does the naturally shed cow horn.

cindy hattersley's fall coffee table styled

I switched the pillow covers out for some new kuba cloth pillows from Etsy.

cindy hattersley's fall coffee table and chairs with kuba cloth pillows

The pillow on the chair in the background is from one of my favorite Etsy sellers Krinto.  I have purchased many pillows from her and am always happy with the quality and her service. The curtains and rods are from Pottery Barn.  I will link them below.

cindy hattersley's fall living room refresh

More pillow goodness the cowrie shell pillow was an Etsy find several years ago and was most recently in the entry of my former home.  The beautiful brown and white block print pillow  as I stated above if s from Krinto on Etsy. The Libeco throws were the splurge, and yes they were worth it.  They came from Bloomist and are linked at the bottom of the post. Heavy but soft high-quality linen.  Love them! All will be linked at SHOP THE POST at the bottom of the page.

Krinto Pillows and Libeco Throw

I don’t usually decorate for Halloween but this year I thought I would “pseudo” decorate for Halloween.  I dragged out a few of my vintage and antique accessories could appear to have a spooky vibe.

American grained chest vignette and sofa pillows

This antique sign (that we have owned for years resided in our upstairs hallway in our former home) isn’t particularly spooky but when combined with my spooky-looking bust from Round Top (that everyone hates except me)  it makes for a Halloween-ish vignette.

grained chest fall vignette

I love this “teddy” pillow from Pottery Barn.  They are soft as silk. They also have throws.  I think I am going to order one  I combined it with a block print pillow from Breccia on Etsy.

teddy pillow from PB & Breccia pillow

I love this rust stripe pillow from Erin at Homegirl Collection. I have been buying pillows from Erin for years. I combined it with a Kelly Wearstler pillow from years past. I have linked both at the bottom of the post.

Homegirl Collection pillow with Kelly Wearstler for Groundworks pillow

Lastly, I restyled the mantle.  We inherited the spooky ancestor painting from Steve’s parents.  He gives me the creeps but I kind of like him with the wood forms, and the vintage lawn bowling pins from Roundtop. This was my first version.  I changed out the coral in the bowl fror pumpkins. Everything used here I already own. The sunflowers were purchased from our local flower market Matranga. The fire screen is from Pottery Barn (highly recommend if you are in the market). You can see how I used these panels in my former home in the post Collected Fall Mantle Four Ways.

cindy hattersley's fall mantle with pumpkins

I decided that I preferred the bowl of pumpkins in the window

twig table and chinoiserre chair

I restyled the coffee table as an afterthought as described above.

cindy hattersley's fall coffee table

Here is the sofa styled with a mix of new and old pillows. You can read more about the thinking behind my selections in my post Fall Pillow Refresh and Favorite Sources here.

living room sofa with pillows

SHOP MY NATURAL COLLECTED HOME

If you haven’t yet decorated your home for fall, look at what you have and how you can repurpose it for a fresh new look.As always, thank you for reading my Natural Collected Fall Home Tour. We are loving the warm, earthy vibe for fall.  Now let’s go visit the other talented ladies for their tours. Please click on the links below the graphic for some fall magic.

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Comments

  1. Marguerite Krenek says

    Cindy, just lovely in every sense, especially the soft seasonal vibe. Here in Texas, we also have to pretend it’s Fall, or Autumn, as they say in most of Europe. The leaves will change and drop right around Christmas, so it’s an interesting effect with all THAT decor going on! I smile at the Votivo Red Currant candle in every room vignette. I love Red Currant as well. How do you keep your little granddaughter from playing with your accessories? Ours is 10 mos. and cruising the tables with great interest in everything she sees. Lol. Happy Autumn!

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Hi Marguerite

      Suprisingly Summer has never been that bad. Also, we don’t have breakable things where she can grab them. When she was that age we did have to keep a keen eye on her though. She will be three and a half soon so she is much better about that kind of thing!

  2. Annie Diamond says

    OMG Cindy! Where do I even start? I love your home and it looks very fall! You may not experience fall as we do on the east coast, but your home certainly has fall vibes. Right from the start, I love the wreath that you made. I never make wreaths, but this is one I will attempt next year! Your door and the planters, framed by the bougainvillea are just beyond perfection! I love your new pillows, mixed with older ones and even the Teddy pillow from PB! Your Liebeco throws! I thought that’s what they were! I have a couple of guest towels and they are very similar! I love your mantel too!

  3. Lisa B in Alpine Meadows says

    Cindy, I read your blog all the time but haven’t commented before. I love your Collected Fall look, it is cozy but is also very calming. Your colors are very much what we have here in our home, I live in a condo in Alpine Meadows, Tahoe (and yes we did get 1 1/2 inches of snow early this morning!). I am going to order the linen throws exactly what I was looking for this summer, the colorway will definitely work. Right now I have my Ralph Lauren cable throws out (yes I LOVE Ralph Lauren too!). I also love the teddy pillows so cozy! I can’t wait to see more of your “new” home. I have enjoyed the pictures you have shared with us of your living room, bedroom and of course your backyard!! Also I am wondering if your kitty returned?

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Hi Lisa

      I am so glad you commented. I absolutely adore those throws. They are worth every penny. I am thinking about ordering one of the teddy throws for our granddaughter. She only likes “cozy” things. YES, our cat did return, thank you for asking. She is sitting right next to me. She went over the back fence apparently into the neighbor’s yard. They have two dogs so she must have been hiding somewhere where they could not find her. She is 13 years old and still very fit. I cannot believe she jumped all the way up there and over.

  4. Katie Clooney says

    Cindy: Two words: Positively stunning!! I love your house and the Fall touches as brilliantly chosen. New pillows make my heart sing!! Enjoy your beautiful new home. I can’t believe all that you have done in a short amount of time! Have a wonderful weekend.

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Hi Katie

      Thank you so much! I am a pillow addict. I will have to show a view of my “pillow closet” sometime!

  5. Karen says

    Hi Cindy,
    Your California Autumn refresh is perfect. I love the rustic vibe and your pillows are stunning. I know we don’t get season’s in the usual sense of the word, but I can pretend it’s crisp and cool outside with a few fall refresh items. You add the right touches and I’m always inspired.
    Happy Fall!
    Karen

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Hi Karen

      Isn’t Autumn funny in California? It is snowing in Tahoe today. I like to pretend too. Thanks for always being so supportive. You are the best!!

  6. Gayle Miller says

    Cindy, I am thoroughly enamored! I love that you included touches of blue with your browns. Back in the 70’s, I was on a brown and blue mission. It was next to impossible to pull off back then, but I tried. Here in Florida I also have fake fall, but we just have to do the best we can with what we have. I am in the process of my October changes. Basically, I add more black to the room, without the typical Halloween icons. I’m not moving too quickly, literally. The surgeon suggested knee replacement, but that can’t happen while I am taking Plavix. So. It will be status quo until at least April of 2022. Could you please send me your front door? Thanks!

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Hi Gayle

      This house was a rental of ours for 25 years so it has its issues. It has a lot of charm and the front door is one of the high points. I am glad you like it. I love the combination of blue and brown as well. One thing about having a smaller house is one can switch accessories in and out. FYI I have heard the knee replacements are getting much better. I have had two hip replacements which were a breeze but I know knees are more difficult.

  7. Karen says

    Cindy:
    Ya Fall decor is Exceptional, Beautifullllllll., the pillows, so love them all, if I could only keep Moose our yellow Labrador from stealing them,
    ( Moose 4 years old).

    Your door is Awesome, just love your Design, Interior and Exterior.

    Thank you,
    🧡💛🍁🍂🎃🌲🌲🌻🌻🌾🌿

  8. Wren says

    I love the idea of re-imagining things in a new way. It’s so easy to run out and buy stuff (junk?) that isn’t quality. Your home has come together so beautifully and you did achieve a cozy, inviting atmosphere. When I clicked on a link to PB, I see that you can show how you used their items and I think you should submit your pillow arrangement using their Teddy pillow.
    I’m inspired to do some fall touches after seeing the inspo from you talented women.

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Hi Wren

      Thanks pal! Those teddy pillows are so cozy. I just love them!! I think they will be “Summer Approved” she only likes cozy things.

      • Wren says

        Did you see the puppy, heart and pumpkin pillows made out of the teddy fabric? Cozy and cute for Summer.

  9. Leslie Preston says

    The portrait reminds me of Barnabus Collins from Dark Shadows……just sayin’…..

  10. Donna Darling says

    Hi Cindy! I was browsing online today and guess who popped up in an Artemis ad? You and you look amazing as always! Wishing you a glorious fall season!

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Hi Donna

      That’s so funny…maybe it was one of their stories! Thanks for the heads up! Happy Fall to you!!

  11. Juliet says

    Cindy … your pillow collection! Swoon. I’m especially enamored of the KW pillow … talk about cozy. I think the bougainvillea on the patio compliments the pumpkins beautifully. Your new home is a work of art already … incredibly warm and inviting. Just like you! xo

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Hi Juliet

      I wish I could remember how many years it has been since I used that pillow, probably at least 5. I am glad you like the boug and the pumpkins. It is the only mature plant in our yard!!

  12. kim says

    Cindy I am crazy about your entry, the pumpkins, the door and the lantern too. Maybe the lantern would look cute outdoors? The way you collect beautiful textiles and natural treasures is always inspiring to me! I love the new mix of pillows and throws. You have the best Etsy shops dialed in too. I have found so much from you. I think I need the Kelly W pillow!! This was so fun being part of this with all you ladies. More ideas always from you. xo Kim

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Kim great minds think alike that is what we are thinking about doing. Hanging the interior one outside. The outside one is awful. That Kelly W pillow would be great in your beautiful home.

  13. Bill and Judy castor says

    We love your home. We especially love the Portrait and sign! The portrait looks very familiar. Nor spooky — well, maybe disquieted spooky. J & B

    • Bill and Judy Castor says

      Sorry for that last sentence. Should be: Not spooky — well, maybe distinguishably spooky. J & B

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      I bet you remember that portrait. We have the “wife” that goes with it. For some reason, I have never been able to learn to love early portraits of old people. I like the children but the adults always give me the creeps. I think Steve’s mom had them in her living room. That is probably why they look familiar, or maybe she bought them from you guys!!

  14. Janelle ross says

    I am inspired by your beautiful front door! I love it all but I’m a sucker for aged sautillo, makes me happy!!
    Happy Autumn🍁

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Hi Janelle

      The door is original to the home and that front porch is awful if you can see it up close. I wish it were saltillos. If we were to stay here that would be coming out! It is a cracked-up mess. I so appreciate that you thought it was saltillos.

  15. Deborah Robinson says

    Your living room looks great and the pillows are fantastic! I like the “spooky” bust too.
    I grew up on the Monterey Peninsula as well as lived in Massachusetts; I agree, most of California doesn’t have a true Autumnal show of colors. Believe it or not, up here in the Sierra Foothill, Grass Valley & Nevada City we actually have a Fall season. Right now, the trees are turning those wonderful fall colors. It’s not as massive as the New England display, the Nevada City/Grass Valley fall colors are close enough. Here’s a local blog that shows off our local events & seasons, https://outsideinn.com/blog/nevada-city-fall-activities-2021.htm/

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Hi Deborah

      I would love to explore more of your area. Thank you for sending that link. I am going to check it out!!

  16. LA CONTESSA says

    I HAVE NEVER BOUGHT A PILLOW EXCEPT FOR MY PIGGY’S BED!I CAN SEE I MISSED THE TRAIN ON THAT AS YOU ALL BUY PILLOWS EVERY SEASON!EVERYTHING LOOKS WONDERFUL!CANT WAIT TO SEE WITH MY OWN EYES!THAT BOUGAINVILLEA IS TOO DIE FOR!
    XXX

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Elizabeth you have saved your husband a lot of money if you have never purchased a pillow! The bougainvillea is the only plant that we saved!!

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Hi Mary Ann

      Thanks pal. That wreath was one of the best investments I ever made. It has held up through thick and thin!!

  17. Katherine says

    Good morning Cindy,
    I LOVE love LOVE your fall refresh look, everything you did is fab u lous.
    I even like the spooky stuff.
    Is it sometimes more challenging doing your own home? Creating a clients I was thinking
    might be easier, but who knows. None of it just happens, it take an extremely creative mind
    with lots of wonderful resources to do what you do.

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Hi Katherine

      First of all thank you! Ha and yes my husband will vouch for that. He always asks how can you select things in a timely manor for clients and it takes you forever to make a decision on your own home. I always appreciate your input Katherine.

  18. Amy says

    Gorgeous–your pillows alone are swoon worthy! I love how you combined the patterns and that you were able to incorporate so many natural touches. It is an honor to be included on the tour today!

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Hi Amy

      Thank you so much for your sweet comment. We are so happy you were able to join us!

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