I love the change of seasons, and the visual signs of autumn never fail to thrill me. Like these aspens across the street from our shop.
Of course, I especially enjoy fall when a cottage is involved. Would you agree that this photo is a delightful representation of a cottage in autumn? The location is Central Otago, New Zealand. How I wish we could see more of this cottage.
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| Rustic Cottage Roxburgh photo by Stephen Murphy:http://www.flickr.com/photos/downunderphotos/371709602/ Some Right Reserved |
Here's a quaint Danish stone cottage in autumn.
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| Stone House in Fall photo by Peter Grostal: http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindpew/4115403751/ Some Rights Reserved |
And a thatched roof Suffolk cottage.
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| Autumn in Suffolk photo by Zoe Rimmer:http://www.flickr.com/photos/zoer/1550619773/ Some Rights Reserved |
Thomas Hardy's cottage in England has a spectacular fall garden.
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| Thomas Hardy's Cottage 2005 photo by Fliss:http://www.flickr.com/photos/faj/139625141/ Some Rights Reserved |
The autumn ivy on this Yorkshire cottage is breathtaking.
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| Gardener's Cottage at Beningbrough Hall photo by Sebastian Crump: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ramson/494560994/ Some Rights Reserved |
Love the pop of orange pumpkins against the dark brick and black door of this Ontario cottage.
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Ontario Cottage #46 photo by Jen D:http://www.flickr.com/photos/jdww/4123882728/
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So many joyous colors to enjoy in the fall. And a great excuse to decorate our porches. (Do we really need an excuse?) Our cottage is currently being painted, so I have to put exterior fall decorating on hold. That doesn't keep me from seeking inspiration though. And you know I love to share what I find with you.
Like this cottage charm for the porch.
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| Mini Pumpkins photo by Marcia Cirillo:http://www.flickr.com/photos/51035796522@N01/1617571638/ Some Rights Reserved |
This is a lovely entrance. The door was made from redwood salvaged from an old wine vat. I really like the use of the barrel as a backdrop to the pumpkins and gourds.
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| Autumn Light photo by Micheal Nerrie:http://www.flickr.com/photos/59898141@N06/8073558783/ Some Rights Reserved |
Great use of this fabulous plant stand. The gold mums in the shabby terra cotta pots paired with the simplicity of the smallish pumpkins on the shelves creates a very appealing fall look.
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| Untitled Photo by Michael Brown:http://www.flickr.com/photos/mikebfotos/5322757010/ Some Rights Reserved |
This arrangement is part of a farm stand and not a front porch, but imagine a smaller version of this at an entrance. Could be charming.
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| Picnic Rock Farm Stand photo by Karen Cardoza:http://www.flickr.com/photos/patriotworld/5009310159/ Some Rights Reserved |
Wreaths on a front door are so welcoming. This one is beautiful. I really like the pine cone with the fruit.
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| Fall Wreath, Explore #135, October 19, 2009 photo by John:http://www.flickr.com/photos/puzzler4879/4026871580/ Some Rights Reserved |
Pears and apples definitely say "autumn".
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| Wreath of Fall photo by Rebekah Gervasi: http://www.flickr.com/photos/rebekah_ireland/2290928990/in/photostream/ Some Rights Reserved |
A simple wreath of autumn leaves is very pretty.
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| Fall Wreath photo by dustinphillips:http://www.flickr.com/photos/dustinphillips/2113208442/ Some Rights Reserved |
This bowl of fall treasures would make a nice centerpiece for a dining or coffee table.
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Fall Vignette Bowl photo by Jane H:
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I am in love with these fall leaf luminaries. Anyone have a tutorial for these?
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| Fall Leaf Candles photo by Moche Fedor:http://www.flickr.com/photos/moche/2982998503/ Some Rights Reserved |
Okay, so are you feeling the fall love here? I hope you are. And please, share links to your fall decorating ideas. I'd love to see them.
Blessings,
