Cozy White Cottage Fall Home Tour
Fall has officially arrived here on the Oregon Coast, and our little white cottage is feeling all Fall inside too! This season I opted to keep things simple, building on my white & neutral decor base by adding in some deep, russet orange as an homage to Autumn. All my Fall decorating was quite simple and stress free. Involving little new, some foraged and lots re-used! If that sounds at all appealing to you, then come on in for my cozy Fall home tour…
Concentrating more & more on how the cottage feels has been guiding my style, and I’ve been happily letting that dictate my decor choices. Like what I do… and don’t do, when adding everyday & seasonal decor.
I still absolutely love to decorate, to celebrate the seasons with appropriate touches inside and outside my home.. and to feather my nest in general.
However, I have definitely been feeling a less is more approach for awhile. I’m comfortable with adding texture, natural elements, color & light layering, versus heavy layering, every surface filled with overflowing decor, and just…. stuff.
A comfy-cozy feel, with a little bit of warmth thrown in was my goal!
My Papasan Chair is proving to be very, very, very comfy! I like it a whole lot.
So I bought it a Llama blanket. Because as hard as I try… the animal stuff still gets me! And it’s got pumpkins on it.
A total no-brainer purchase.
Find Our Chunky Wood Shelf Tutorial [click here]
I had everything else on hand for the shelf styling and the end table.
I am still using those Fall branches I found a few years ago. I place them stem up it a paper bag and they just keep going. So much better than any faux I can afford!
The pretty little painting was a gift from my sweet Mother In Law.
The candle? Oh we all think we’ve got the best smelling Fall candle. But I know I really do. hahahaha
This Basic Witch is nothing short of nirvana for your nose. In all my years, and after all the candles I’ve sniffed… it’s the best I’ve ever experienced. It’s got such depth, and complexity. It’s deep and rich. Without being overpowering. It’s got that something you can’t put your finger on. And it’s delicious!!!! And affordable. (I’ll share a discount code at the bottom of my post)
What’s a girl to do when she can not locate a single Baby Boo?
She breaks out her trusty raffia pumpkins.
I’ve used my orange and white raffia pumpkins year after year. They add just the perfect little something, even when alone. And they store so well, taking up so little room!
I got the new darker sisal rug over the Summer, and just had the oomph to get it installed recently. I did it all myself! And that previous wool rug was no light thing. Whew. But the blue wasn’t going to jive into Fall and Winter. I knew it wasn’t going to be a long term location for it.
I’ve had these velvet pumpkins for several years now. I bought them a little at a time. I did stick to traditional Autumn colors, and I’ve gotten a lot of use out of them.
Isn’t the wool fringe on the rug super fun!? It’s such a whimsical detail.
I may have went a bit more stuff-ish on the coffee table.
But it’s good stuff, right? So, there is that.
I’m just in love with all the white and wood and texture.
With a bit of coppery shine and muted metallic.
Adding onto my already existing base of whites and neutrals with the addition of the deep rich orange color made things so simple. I had to put less away, and get less out!
Having that deep orange shade present in a velvet fabric (in the way of pillow covers) just added another layer of texture and a rich feel to the room. While things are still a bit light, as I soak in the last of the sunshine while I can!
Decorating a round coffee table calls for a little interest on the back side too, so I added one of the little wood houses, and I wrapped the wood beads to the back side as well. And yes, that is the scarf from The Little Cottage entryway — it’s such a versatile piece!
I may have to move my weathered wood shelves when the holidays come so I can have a spot for my Christmas Tree, but for now, it’s such fun to decorate! Do you have to move everything around for that too? Small house problems for sure.
I was feeling a really strong pull to add organic elements, like fall leaves, seeded eucalyptus & bittersweet to my home. Luckily I had dried Maple(maybe?) & dried Eucalyptus leaves on hand.
I didn’t have any luck finding fresh seeded Eucalyptus, and bittersweet isn’t regionally available. I’ll add some seeded Eucalyptus branches & garlands to my faux collection at a later date, as budget allows.
For my tables centerpiece, big surprise here… I went simple. A vintage crock full of deep cinnamon leaves, with a bit of a platform by way of a flipped pewter tray. Flanked by two lanterns. Symmetry is my friend. When in doubt. Use two. It looks good, and it’s always a simple, timeless decorating-do.
The fireplace mantel is wearing a fresh coat of paint. (It’s a Sherwin Williams color called Pediment). We’ve got a project coming up that we already bought all the materials for, and it will be getting a mini refresh soon. So the paint color is super temporary, but I was done with that short-lived green shade! Right now Jim is concentrating on the projects that we need to wrap up before the weather changes, and then we’ll shift indoors and start on it. Time flies though… and I’m hoping to have it done before Christmas!
This was a really fast, might-be-torn-down any minute mantel look.
I didn’t want to make any new holes so I used my white wood pallet and leaned it. And I used some of my not very realistic Bittersweet. haha.
The wreath is new — it was like $17 bucks at Walmart. It was in with all the new Christmas holiday stuff. A total year-round wreath (which I love) and a super price. I added the little goodies to “Fall” it up.
And that’s all I’ve got for now.
It’s my goal to design a simple Fall table next week and share that soon. As well as a Fall porch, if the weather holds. Crossing my fingers because there is a project I really want to work on for it!
Wishing for a beautiful Autumn season, full of everything that says Fall to you! xo Shannon
As always, I’m including clickable shopping links below to everything I’ve got a source for. Some links may be affiliate. That means I may make a very small commission, but you’ll never pay more!
Easy Clickable Shopping Links & Sources:
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Little White Candle Co. — Use code foxhollow10 for 10% off [click here]
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Farmhouse Black & White Stripe Pillow Cover(2) [click here]
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Cinnamon Orange Velvet Pillow Cover(2) [click here]
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Sweater Knit Pillow [click here]
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Black Scissor Library Lights – similar [click here]
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Sisal Rug w/Fringe in Natural [click here]
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Wood & Brass Coffee Table, similar [click here]
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White Washed Wood & Metal Shelf [click here]
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French Country Chandelier [click here]
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Rustic Wood Farmhouse Table, similar [click here]
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Cane Back Dining Chairs [click here]
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Sisal Rug in Bleached [click here]
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Farmhouse Stripe Rug [click here]
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Llama Blanket, HomeGoods – similar everyday version [here]
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Spice Plaid Fringed Throw –sold out [here] wait list [here] the one I almost bought [here] and the one I really wanted [here]
If you have a question about anything I didn’t list, just shoot me a message, or comment below!
Pat says
Shannon,
I adore this subtle Autumnal color palette!
What really PoPs to me is all the texture within your baskets and rug!
I, too, am lovin’ the wood tones against the whites!
Truly, inspiring!
Pat
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Thank you Pat!! I wanted to keep things bright a bit longer… the dark days ahead are not my favorite 😉 lol
But, I’ve tried to embrace the change and find things to be excited about.
Patti @ Pandora's Box says
Such a pretty home. I love the copper accents and your wreath is so lovely
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Thank you! Happy Autumn 🙂
Marie Batson says
Shannon, as always, your home decor makes me smile. We’ve gone from hot summer to quite cool days here but I am not complaining as I do love Autumn too. Just hope the winter doesn’t come too soon to get all my outdoor cleanup of leaves and dead flowers done. I have been so wanting to have company for a hearty meal of homemade soup, crusty bread, and apple-pumpkin turnovers on my patio living area. I love it so much and even dreamed of serving dinner when the snow flies. My patio is somewhat enclosed and roofed and carpeted so feels like an outdoor room and I love the sparkling lights and candles at night. Nothing like hot mulled drinks to warm us up! Thanks for sharing.
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Your comment is like a warm hug… and your home and Fall plans sound divine!
Enjoy the season Marie ~ Shannon
Rhonda says
Hi Shannon. I’m loving your Fall decor especially those velvet pumpkins. They’re the best I’ve seen. The stems look real! I also went to the candle website. I loved the jars and the prices were very reasonable. I’ve been looking on the Wal-Mart website for the wreath above your mantle, but I can’t find it. Do you have a link available for it? Thank you!
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Hi Rhonda! Thank you so much. I got those at Safeway in the floral department. They are that Deb Lily line. And were less than any I’ve run across!
I think her prices are great too, and the quality is definitely there. I’m so happy to support her small business and share her 🙂
I found it! Order QUICK, it shows three left: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Holiday-Time-Eucptus-lmbs-Er-Wrth/323202394
Carol M says
BEAUTIFUL as always Shannon!
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Thank you Carol ~ Happy Autumn
Lynn says
LOVE YOUR STYLE, SHANNON. AND I JUST ORDERED THE CANDLES ON YOUR RECOMMENDATION. LOVE HOW YOU SHOWCASE THE PRETTIEST STUFF WALMART HAS TOO.
KEEP YOUR BEAUTIFUL IDEAS COMING OUR WAY. IT’S SUCH A TREAT TO SEE WHAT YOU HAVE CREATED. LOVE IT!!
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Lynn, Oh I think you’ll love them 🙂 I am really eager to see what she comes up with for the holiday scents? Although, I need to grab another Basic Witch because I’m just drunk on it. hahaha Thank you, and happy-happy Fall to you 🙂
Megan says
Hey Shan! Gorgeous as ever!! And I hope you recovered well from surgery!! Could you tell me where you got the blanket(s?) under the sofa table in the basket? LOVE it!! Thanks so much for being so inspiring AND realistic ???
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Hi Megan!! I’m doing my best, and taking it one day at a time. THANK YOU 🙂 (so much!)
Yes, I can, here is the link: https://amzn.to/327SY0U
It’s a budget friendly acrylic, but incredibly soft.
Paula@SweetPea says
I so much enjoyed seeing all of your fall decor. I slowly admired each picture that you shared taking in all of your thoughtful decor details.
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Thank you for such a kind and thoughtful comment!
Wishing you a beautiful Autumn Paula 🙂
Emie says
Lovely ideas to choose from. In the picture with the Papasan Chair there is an side table with a metal shelf on casters under it. I’m wondering if you have a source for the metal shelf. Thanks, Emie
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage says
Hi Emie, unfortunately that was a junking find. I think I got it from a garage at an estate sale. Jimmy power washed it and it’s been inside since. If I see anything similar, I’ll make sure to share it with you all!
Emie says
Thanks!