• Pinterest
  • Facebook
  • Instagram

From Farmhouse to Florida

Bloom Where You Are Planted!

  • From Farmhouse to Florida
  • Home
  • About
  • Home Tour
  • Advertise
  • Blog
  • Recipes

5 Fabulously Frugal Ideas for Fall Decorating

August 9, 2024 by Kimberly Snyder 10 Comments

Spread the love

Are you looking for some inexpensive ways to decorate your home for Autumn? I’d love to share a few of my frugal Fall decorating ideas!

Fall is just around the corner, which means that it’s time to start thinking about how to decorate your home for the season.  Today I am sharing five of my favorite fabulously frugal ideas for Fall decorating!

Sunflowers, pumpkins and acorns

5 Ways to Decorate for Fall Almost without Spending A Dime

With the days of summer rapidly passing by, I am starting to make plans to refresh our living space for the next season. Over the years, I have collected a variety of strategies on how to decorate for Fall without spending very much money.

You’ll be surprised by how easy it is to create beautiful Fall decorations simply by using items you already have or that you can find in nature.   Simply by reusing, refreshing, recycling and repurposing, you can decorate your home for the Fall season!

Let’s Get Started

I usually start with an idea of how I want the finished space to look. In other words, I create a seasonal theme.  One of my favorite Autumn themes is Tallow Berries & Twine.  See the pile of twine in the bowl?  I recycled that from a package I had received.  I hated to throw it away!

wooden bowl with twine & burlap ribbon

On this blog, I may sometimes use affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission if you purchase via the link. The price will be the same whether you use the affiliate link or go directly to the vendor’s website using a non-affiliate link.  By using my affiliate links to shop, it helps me to be able to continue bringing you fresh new ideas and projects!  Thank you! 

Not to get ahead of myself, but I used that twine to cover the handle of this artificial arrangement!

tussie mussie with twine handle treatment

Once I have my theme it is time to go through my house and find things I already have that would work well together.   I call this process Shopping My Home.

For this Fall, I want to focus on a more rustic decor and then incorporate some items from nature. I will add a few accents of color by using faux berries.

My Secret Weapons For Frugal Fall Decorating

Living in a smaller home can mean storage is at a premium. Because of my storage issues, I am more focused on reusing my containers and my silk flowers for more than one season than I used to be. If I can use a decor item for more than one season, I won’t have to pack it up and then find a spot for the container it is packed in.

Often times, I may want to change the look of the flowers and containers for the next season.  In that case, I reach for one of my secret weapons!

Yes, spray paint can be used to refresh your silk flowers or your containers if you desire!  One year,  I discovered most of my pine pics I needed for a project were still in Illinois so I got creative and used spray paint and my imagination to make pine pics for my project! 

By using spray paint and adding a few more elements that I had on hand, I was able to turn this bundle of silk flowers into something a bit more versatile.

Before:

Autumm colored Tallow berry stems

After:

xmas picks with pine & tallow berries

I used a sprig of the refreshed tallow berry and pine bunches to accent this simple Fall Display.

tallow berries and moss balls on wooden candle holders

Another secret weapon is to reuse containers and candle rings from one season to the next.    In the photo below, you can see where the tin wall pocket says Spring Flowers.

Spring flower garden metal box

By strategically placing a bundle of faux flowers in the wall pocket, I was able to reuse this wall pocket for fall and no one was the wiser!

Tin wall pocket in a vignette

Tussie Mussies in Fall hues

Another spring item I like to reuse is a candle ring.  I used a simple greenery ring around the base of this faux pumpkin.

neutral spring wreath used in an Autumn display

I used a summer candle ring around the base of this burlap pumpkin. The red flowers add a splash of color.

fabric pumpkin sitting in a candle ring

Bittersweet – the Perfect Fall Accent “Flower”

Fresh bittersweet can be hard to find and it is also quite messy as it dries.  My solution was to use faux or artificial bittersweet.  This particular bittersweet is a very realistic stem.   Each individual branch or stem is wired.  The rusty red berries are also on wired stems so you can tweak the stems to look even more realistic.

Since we are all friends, I will share another of my secret weapons.   The faux bittersweet stem shown below can be taken apart and turned into 5 separate smaller sprigs.   Simply gently pull it apart where it is connected to the main stem. I tried to think of an “r” word for this process but was stymied!

artificial bittersweet

Pictured below is what one of the sprigs look like after it has been removed from the main stem.  It may be necessary to wrap the stems with brown floral tape.  By gently pulling and stretching the tape , it will stick to itself as you wrap it around the stem.

one small sprig from a large stem of faux bittersweet

It looks cute just like this but in order to add some whimsy and motion to the final arrangement,  I like to make squiggles or pig tails, as I sometimes call them.

For this, you just need a pen or other round object that you can twist the little stem around.  In order for this to work, the stems need to be individually wired.  After twisting the stem around the pen, gently pull the pen out and the stem will now be twisted in a pig tail.

making pig tails on a faux stem of bittersweet

The berries are individually wired , too so I pulled those out a bit to give it a more natural look.  You can twist as little or as much as you want!  Aren’t they so much cuter this way?

artificial bittersweet with pig tail ends

stems of faux bittersweet with the pig tail treatment

It takes a little bit of time but for the price of one stem, you end up with 5 smaller stems.

Artfully Arranging the Stems in the Box

Now you can take those stems and use them to fill a wooden box or a wicker basket.  I repurposed an old tool box to use as my container.  I filled the tool box with brown paper that I had recycled (or saved) from packages I had received. The paper serves two purposes.  It helps fill out the space in the box and adds texture to your finished arrangement.

kraft paper stuffed in wooden box

Simply add stems until you get the look you want.

Wooden box filled with artificial bittersweet

Bring in the Harvest

fall leaves & acorns

You can bring out the natural elements in your home with just a few simple changes. Collect leaves, pinecones and acorns from your yard.  The acorns can be displayed in a wooden bowl.

wooden bowl full of acorns Check your spice cabinet.  You may have some cinnamon sticks or star anise that would look great in a wooden bowl.  These spices would also add a pleasant scent to your rooms.

Star Anise in a wooden bowl

Star Anise

brown paper package with acorns

Here is a Pin to Save for Later

One Last Look

I hope you enjoyed my 5 fabulous frugal Fall Decorating Ideas!  Whether you choose to implement one of them or all of them, I hope you learned at this one thing today!  My secret weapons for Frugal Fall decorating include refreshing items using spray paint, reusing your containers and silk flowers for more than one season, repurposing and recycling items and using natural materials that you found in the yard and around your home.

A bonus tip: add a touch of whimsy by adding a garden tool to hold the lid of the box open!  You could also use a sturdy twig.

old garden tool used to prop up a lid

Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a small commission if you click through and make a purchase. The opinions here are all my own. It helps me to continue to bring to you DIY and projects on my blog.

Please see my disclosure page for more information.

 

Check your inbox or spam folder now to confirm your subscription.

Filed Under: Blog Post, Decorating & Design Tagged With: Autumn, DIY, Frugal Decorating Tips, pumpkin, Rustic Home Decor, Silk arrangement

Tips for Designing A Simple Autumn Vignette
Let’s “Plant” An Autumn European Dish Garden

Comments

  1. debra@commonground says

    August 7, 2022 at 11:22 am

    Great ideas for getting started on fall decorating. I love using naturals, but I agree bittersweet is so hard to find and so expensive that using the faux is the thing. I love how you took it apart and curlied it up. The box vignette is rustic and wonderful! Pinned!

    Reply
    • Kimberly Snyder says

      August 8, 2022 at 9:00 am

      Thank you so much, Debra! I love to do the little pigtail treatment on wired florals! It adds so much motion! Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  2. Julie Briones says

    August 22, 2022 at 10:41 pm

    Your budget-friendly fall decor ideas are a win for me, Kimberly! I’m delighted to be featuring you at Tuesday Turn About this week! Pinned!

    Reply
    • Kimberly Snyder says

      August 23, 2022 at 7:20 am

      Thank you so much Julie! I am so excited! I love linking up to the Tuesday Turn About!

      Reply
  3. Rachel says

    August 31, 2022 at 2:08 pm

    I love using acorns for fall, too!! They are so cute and look so pretty in vintage bowls. I love that wooden box in your photo!

    Reply
    • Kimberly Snyder says

      August 31, 2022 at 4:10 pm

      Thank you, Rachel! Fall is my favorite season! Isn’t that box fantastic? I wish it was mine but it was just a prop for the photo op!

      Reply

Trackbacks

  1. Autumn Arrangement in a Round Dough Bowl - From Farmhouse to Florida says:
    August 5, 2022 at 7:13 pm

    […] I will share a couple of florist’s secrets!  This is the same technique that I shared in 5 Fabulous Frugal Fall Decorating Ideas.  The faux bittersweet stem shown above can be taken apart and turned into 5 separate […]

    Reply
  2. Calming Coastal Colors for Autumn - From Farmhouse to Florida says:
    August 21, 2022 at 4:08 pm

    […] 5 Fabulously Frugal Fall Decorating Ideas […]

    Reply
  3. Thistlekeeping - Thistlewood Farm says:
    August 27, 2022 at 8:00 am

    […] Frugal fall decorating ideas […]

    Reply
  4. Simple Tips for Your Friendsgiving Tablescape - From Farmhouse to Florida says:
    October 17, 2023 at 8:48 am

    […] 5 Fabulously Frugal Ideas for Fall Decorating […]

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




Hello! Kimberly (Kim) Snyder and I'm glad you're here. An entrepreneurial spirit, I've owned a flower shop and antiques store, a pizza parlor and now we're in Florida living a new adventure. Join me as we downsize into our new digs and continue the adventures! WRITER & BLOGGER

Kimberly Snyder shares the adventures of moving to Florida and beginning again in a new space as a herbalist, a creative, and a serial entrepreneur

Instagram

Not sure if I ever shared this version of the pott Not sure if I ever shared this version of the potting bench. I started decorating it with a lavender theme. I must have gotten distracted before I finished it! It just needs a few potted lavender plants ti finish it! #lavender #farmhousedecorating #gardenstyle #fromfarmhousetoflorida #pottingbench
Simple Summer sugar mold idea! I made the flower o Simple Summer sugar mold idea! I made the flower out of the trim from an old pillowcase.  #sugarmoldcenterpiece #sugarmolddecor #fromfarmhousetoflorida #farmhousedecor #fauxhydrangeas #gardenstyledecor #cottagedecor #kimstyledecor
Mother’s Day week is here! If you have been foll Mother’s Day week is here! If you have been following me for a while, you know I can’t resist filling a dough bowl (or2) with blooming plants! I designed this one with a combination of vintage garden tools, an old book and a selection of plants.  It would make the perfect gift fire that special Mom in your life! #mothersdaygifts #mothersday #mothersdaygiftideas #gardenstyle #farmhousedoughbowl #doughbowl #kimstyledecor #fromfarmhousetoflorida
I don’t talk about my faith a lot. I do believe I don’t talk about my faith a lot.  I do believe God puts certain people in your path for a reason.  An example of this occurred on Tuesday.  It was colonoscopy/sigmoidoscopy day.  I was really nervous about how it would all work since it was my first time since I had my cancer surgery. 

 The nurse that was taking care of me in the pre op area turned out to be the same nurse who had prayed for me last year. My husband was in the parking lot of the medical center speaking with his friend who happened to work at the center with this particular nurse. I was very sick at the time and they prayed for my healing.  It was great to be able to thank her in person and let her see that the prayers had been answered. ❤️

Then the anesthesiologist came in and told me about his cousin who had also been diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer about a year ago. He mentioned some of the treatments his cousin had had and how important a positive attitude is.  I was touched that he took the time to tell me about his cousin’s experience. 

 We had arranged in advance to have my husband’s friend as the nurse anesthesist.  He was able to pray with us as well as reassure us about the procedure.

The procedure went well. The three polyps that the surgeon removed were sent to pathology.  The report is already back and there no evidence of cancer.  Prayers were answered again❤️

#coloncancersurvivor #coloncancer  #coloncancersucks  #colonoscopy #sigmoidoscopy  #fromfarmhousetoflorida
Celebrating my “roots” for Earth Day and beyon Celebrating my “roots” for Earth Day and beyond! The tractor was painted a few years ago by a dear family friend @annrund  The two white wooden hearts were purchased at one of my favorite shops in Illinois @thefeatherednest1  #fromfarmhousetoflorida #farmhousedecorating #gardenstyledecor #gardenstyle #kimstyledecor
Instagram post 18068406688937948 Instagram post 18068406688937948
Two different ways to display this Easter bunny: r Two different ways to display this Easter bunny: rustic wooden box or an oval dough bowl! Which do you like better? #eastervignette #fromfarmhousetoflorida #easterdisplay #cottagedecor #kimstyledecor
Need a quick dough bowl decor idea? Simply tie mus Need a quick dough bowl decor idea? Simply tie muslin ribbon around a bouquet of silk tulips! I used white but any color would work! #doughbowls #farmhousedoughbowl #farmhousedecor #fromfarmhousetoflorida #cottagedecor #kimstyledecor
In honor of National Pet Day, sharing the first ti In honor of National Pet Day, sharing the first time I met Mowgli! He jumped right up into my arms proving he was #destinedtofly  I just happened to be wearing a #antomiestyle tank!  With Capri jeans, it makes an #everydayanatomie look!

Tags

"Kim" Style 4th of July Architectural Salvage Autumn brocante style budget friendly Christmas Christmas decorating container gardening cooking with herbs DIY dough bowl Easter entertaining entrepreneur European dish garden Family Farmhouse Flowers Gardening Garden Style garden style decor gluten free Herbs Holiday decorating lanai Mad Dash Mixes Mix It Up Monday No Bake Cheesecake outdoor living patio pots patriotic pumpkins recipe recipes Silk arrangement silk flower arrangement Soup spray paint Spring sugar mold summer Summer Holidays Thanksgiving Valentine's Day

Recent Posts

  • picture of vintage mesh patio table with chalk paint spray paint in the backgroundCan This Table Be Saved?
    In Blog Post, DIY
  • Mother's Day Dough BowlMother’s Day “Forget Me Not” Dough Bowl
    In Blog Post, Decorating & Design
  • Purple Iris growing in a gardenEasy Tips For Growing Beautiful Purple Iris
    In Blog Post, Flowers, Gardening

Categories

  • Appetizer
  • Architectural Salvage
  • Autumn
  • Beverages
  • Blog Post
  • Christmas Decorating
  • Decorating & Design
  • Desserts
  • DIY
  • Easter Decorating
  • Entertaining
  • Entrepreneur
  • Flowers
  • Furniture
  • Gardening
  • Holiday Decorating
  • Home Decor
  • Home Tour
  • Lanai
  • Main Dishes
  • Outdoor Kitchen
  • Outdoor Living
  • Petals & Porch Posts
  • Pizza
  • Pizza Business
  • Pool
  • Porch
  • Recipes
  • Salad
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Thanksgiving Deccorating
  • Valentine's Day
  • Winter

Recent Posts

  • picture of vintage mesh patio table with chalk paint spray paint in the backgroundCan This Table Be Saved?
    In Blog Post, DIY
  • Mother's Day Dough BowlMother’s Day “Forget Me Not” Dough Bowl
    In Blog Post, Decorating & Design
  • Purple Iris growing in a gardenEasy Tips For Growing Beautiful Purple Iris
    In Blog Post, Flowers, Gardening
  • Advertise
  • Contact
  • Disclosure Policy

Copyright © 2025 · Sassafras Theme by Hello You Designs

Copyright © 2025 · Sassafras Theme on Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in