I didn’t grow up with a dining room in our home.
Our house was relatively small but we had a nice-sized breakfast area. My mom would put the extra leaves in the table and then she would get busy decking it out for whatever the occasion. I loved it when she did that.
When my husband and I bought our current house I definitely wanted a dining room. I didn’t care about a formal living space, but to have a dining room for entertaining was high on my list. And, it’s at this time of year when I adore it the most. It looks it’s best and it’s ready for welcoming family and friends.
This year I created a natural fall tablscape for the season. I just love it when I can pull things from our yard or scoop things up on a walk through the neighborhood. There’s just nothing like the real thing!
We cannot grow bittersweet (my favorite in the fall) and berries can be hard to come by. (I did spot a few in a stranger’s yard — do you think they’d think I was weird if I knocked on their door and asked for a cutting?) So, I just settled for tucking in a few faux berries among some real pumpkins, leaves and cotton branches — I’m okay with that.
I added a couple of deer sheds and love the look. Our home wouldn’t be complete without a deer shed from the ranch! lol
Pumpkins are finally filling the grocery stores and farmer’s markets. I could go crazy with them, but I know they don’t last long in the heat, so I try to restrain myself.
Our leaves aren’t turning yet, so it’s appropriate to have some fresh green leaves in the mix right now.
I definitely love all the berries, pumpkins and greenery, but I mostly look forward to using my dishes this time of year.
The white plates are from IKEA, the brown transferware is Spode Delamere and the bowls with handles are from William-Sonoma. I LOVE these bowls and so do my kids. Being able to hold the little handles when you’re carrying hot soup or chili from the stove is so nice. Plus, they’re cute!
The little pumpkin plates are a new addition this year. I found them at TJ Maxx!
I added a few white mini pumpkins to the top of my hutch and, of course, I have my little scented pine cone wreath hanging from the doors.
I love how my dining room is looking all dressed up for fall. Now, I guess I need to host a dinner party!
Thank you so much for visiting today!
Happy Fall!
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Very beautiful! You have a wonderful dining room area- love your chairs! The spode dishes are beautiful and the deer sheds add a nice rustic touch! We’re still mostly green here too but some trees are showing signs of change.
Love the orange pumpkin plates. I haven’t seem them at the TJ Maxx stores around where I live.
Happy Fall!
Julie, beautiful dining room so elegantly dressed for fall. I love all the natural items and the neutral colored back drop. And those chairs! I’ve been searching for buffalo check fabric for the past three years! Love them. ~ Hey, I say knock on your neighbor’s door. You may find a new friend! Wish you could invite me for your dinner party.
Pretty tablescape! Love your black tool box. I have one too and love to decorate it with fall decor.
Big Texas Hugs,
Susan and Bentley
Beautiful! Fall is my favorite season for style and decor and you always have such great home decor ideas. Love it!
So very pretty!!! Being in south Texas, I wish I could get berries too but have to settle for faux! You’ve done a beautiful job!!~~Angela
Absolutely lovely! Your centerpiece in the box is beautiful and so appropriate. Love the Spode and the pumpkin plates…
So pretty!!
Love your brown transferware and the buffalo check chairs. So pretty! Visiting from Wow Us Wednesday.
Your room is beautiful and so inviting! I found the same pumpkin plates at my TJMaxx; so cute. Love the wall color- can you shear the color/brand? Thank you!
Thank you, Pamela!
The walls are painted “Weekend in the Country” by Valspar (Lowe’s).
Thanks, Pamela!
The wall color is called “Weekend in the Country” and it is by Valspar at Lowes.
Your fall dining room is so beautiful Julie! I love every detail and especially those brown transferware dishes!
Thanks so much, Lauren! I started collecting that brown transferware a few years ago and I love it! It works so well with all kinds of occasions and seasons.
I hope you are enjoying your new porch!
Happy FAll!
Julie