Getting ready for the new season.....

Remember my promise to countdown to Fall and Diwali......well here is the first of many. With the cool air comes my desire to redecorate for the season. The carpets that were rolled away for the summer are back. The cushions change from pastels and lighter hues to more vivid colors. Do you re-decorate with the changing season? If you don't, then I highly recommend it :-) I am not talking about buying new things. Look around you or dig into your cupboards and you just might find things that give your space a new look!!

I bought these fall leaves last season for just a couple of dollars and now they are the centerpiece in my dining room. The silver plated two part server is a flea market find! My plan is to surround myself with hues of  Red, Rust, Gold, 0range and Yellow......it is perfect for Fall and the Festivities ahead.

I heard someone once say, a home needs to be "INTERESTING" and not PERFECT! What do you think? I agree with this sentiment completely. Make your home "YOUR" perfect haven rather than picture perfect! Hmm....okay the last few words came out of nowhere and are mine :-)

Another pick from the Shop at My Dream Canvas. A golden rose......perfect for the new season...

 

Images: My home. Please do not copy.

Linking up to the fabulous parties at Somewhat Simple, Beyond the Picket Fence, The Shabby Chic Cottage, Fireflies and Jellybeans , A Musing Potpourri and My Romantic Home.

Back to Mallorca

The sun has gone, the air is crisp and cool this morning as I get my 6 year old ready for school. The screeching of the alarm clock after nearly three months was a rude shock to my system!! He looks excited.......I am forlorn to see him go....endless instructions, repeated goodbyes and he is off :-)

I am sitting quietly and sipping my tea and cannot help but think of summer and the holidays. I admit I have a weakness for the Mediterranean sea ........and therefore I take you back to Spain. A secluded and stunning cottage in the island of Mallorca where time seems to stand still.

Enjoy the view......

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