my favorite fall scent returns: cinnamon spice candles fill the air!
Join in our 2011 Fall Nesting Party!
It is FINALLY time for the thirdannualfallnestingparty!!!!!! WELCOME! I can hardly believe I’ve been blogging long enough to have a third annual party! But I am counting my blessings this year because I continue to meet so many like minded friends around the world who appreciate the simple joys of FALL! Let’s all shout HIP HIP HOORAY for FALL, shall we? All together now… HIP HIP HOORAY!
On Monday I puttered around my house doing what I love to do most, NESTING. Nesting is the process of making your house into a home. It doesn’t matter where you live, whether it is a house or apartment, what part of the country, or whether you are in an owned, rented, permanent or temporary home, nesting is something we can ALL do right where we are.
books line my mantel
FALL nesting is really my favorite annual ritual. Even though I do feel just a twinge of sadness as I put away my summer things (I do love the freshness of summer decor), the process of getting settled in for fall definitely suits my personality the most. I’m a homebody type. If you haven’t yet begun your fall nesting, try to start with just a few simple changes around your house. You don’t have to go crazy!
my potpourri re-mix
One of the first things I usually do, in addition to lighting my cinnamon spice candles {***SQUEEE!!***} is make my own combination of Fall potpourri. Fall should smell YUMMY! Potpourri definitely smells delicious, but it kind of reminds me of 1984 so I like to freshen the look up a bit.
I found a bag of fall potpourri on sale at Pier One. It smelled good, but it didn’t really mesh with “my style.” Who knew one could have a potpourri style? Soooo, I mixed it up with my favorite scented pinecones and a little bit of green moss, and then to be completely wild and rebellious I added seashells and starfish. Heart. I love contrasts that make you go hmmmmm….white starfish and fall potpourri.
dollar store gourds and my favorite “Ever Grateful” pitcher from DaySpring
I’ll have PLENTY more fall posts coming up as I go around my house and nest. I’m definitely cozying things up and have NEW things to show ya!
And speaking of fall, don’t forget to be ready for 31 Days of Autumn Bliss, starting October 1st! I’m preparing a month long series of Autumn and Holiday related posts inspire us to fully embrace the season we are in, and find beauty in the moment while looking forward to the wonderful holiday season ahead. I can’t wait, it should be fun!
Now, it is YOUR TURN!
I am really looking forward to seeing what fall ideas you have come up with to inspire us!
Here is what to do:
If you want to link up a Fall Nesting post, simply click on the title of your post at your own blog, copy the link that is in the address bar, paste it in the link space below (following the instructions as needed).
Then in the body of your post on your blog, link back to this party so your friends and readers can find the party too! You can also add the party button below to your post if you’d like, by saving it to your desktop and then loading it in your post just like you would a picture.
Most importantly, click to visit as many links as you can!! Have fun!
Let the Fall nesting begin …
Love all the fall touches around your house…beautiful! Now I am off to see all the nesting everyone else is doing too! Thanks for hosting the party!
Kristen
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I’m not in Fall mood quite yet…, but I’d like to show how the season can be done coastal style. The potpourri re-mix, of course, is a very nice example! I’ll be back…, to check if there’s more!?
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The scent of Fall is my favorite! I love how you decorated with potpourri. and made it look fresh and new.
Thanks for hosting the party- I think I’ve visited most of the links- I just can’t get enough fall inspiration : )
Melanie {The Tiny Tudor} recently posted..Fall Fireplace
Yay! Thanks for hosting. I’m still working on fall decor but managed to get my breakfast area ready. I can’t wait to get more ideas from others!
I love the simplicity of the pitcher with the gourds – lovely!
Southern Fried Gal recently posted..Fall Breakfast Area
I LOVE that you created your own potpourri…especially love the shells and starfish you added! The white candlesticks w/bird nest…yummie!
Have a beautiful weekend~
;-D Kathleen
I haven’t started putting out my fall stuff yet but I will this weekend. Loved checking out all the neat fall ideas! Thanks for hosting this and have you checked out the new scent Creamy Pumpkin by Bath & Body Works? Delicious!
Hello Mrs. Nester! Although I’ve heard and read so much about you on other blogs, I think this is my very first visit here! Such a great blog! I’m an all-things-domestic kind of girl, so you know I’ll be hanging around…a lot
. I LOVE FALL!!! *Kindred Spirit moment* My very favorite time of year by a long shot! Everything is decorated and smelling like pumpkins and spice around here. Bliss. Thought I’d let you know about a Fall Friendship Swap I’m having over at my blog Windy Poplars. It’s for fellow lovers of Fall. Tomorrow is the last day to sign up though (before midnight)… Sorry for the late notice, but thought I’d mention it after I read your post! Hope you’re having a lovely week so far. So nice to finally “meet” you 
. ~Kristin from Windy Poplars
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Big congrats on the 3rd annual!!! Whoa:) I’m getting so inspired by all your links, I’m ready to break out the fall decor this weekend. Just wish we could get a cool breeze or a little chill in the air here in Houston!
Megan {Honey We’re Home} recently posted..Coffee Talk Link Party
Inspiring as usual! Thanks so much for hosting such a great party full of amazing Fall inspiration!
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I love to nest! I’m a HUGE Homebody myself so I can totally relate and when it comes to the Fall season for some reason, I am just always been drawn to the feelings I get when nesting this time of year. Thank you for 3 years of your great blog.
Cheryl@My Own Snug Fireside
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Beautiful. Every one is beautiful. Yesterday I had a wind of inspiration to create a rustic French far look in our courtyard using the dried sunflower heads from the mammoth sunflowers I’d planted this past spring. Truly, this is my favorite time of the year – especially because of the hot summer day reprieve AND the fact that our farm is on production overload!
xoxo lylah
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I just went shopping yesterday and found pumpkins, new place mats, and dishes! I love FALL.
Oh yeah, not to mention football season has now started! Yeah.
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Thanks for hosting this wonderful party! I had a great time visiting all the participants and now I need to get out all my fall goodies!
karen…
Well I missed out on the party, but I can at least go and visit all you wonderful ladies and get ideas for decorating my house, lol!
Hoping the temps go back under 90 degrees soon!
Bernice
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Well, I missed out too, and I’m so disappointed. But I still did an autumn post.:) I love fall, and your posts are all so inspiring!:)
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