Halloween – The Appreciation of the Orange Pumpkins
Each year as we get more creative with our Halloween and fall decor, we sometimes forget the basics…like orange pumpkins!
When I was a kid, orange pumpkins were the only type we ever bought…Who knows, maybe they were the only available kinds of pumpkins way back when. Nowadays, we have so many varieties to choose from that I think we tend to overlook the classics.
Today, let’s appreciate the simplicity and beauty of those traditional orange pumpkins!
Sometimes, that splash of orange is all you really need to make a porch festive for fall or Halloween.
After all, orange pumpkins are what you would expect to see at a farm stand.
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I am happy to hear that you agree! Each year I think I might stick with neutrals but I need orange for Halloween! Plus, my kids wouldn’t stand for anything else! Thanks for stopping by!
Love these pix, Shelley! Rosie with the pumpkin in her mouth is adorable. I’m kind of a pumpkin nut myself and always have plenty. I’m not a big fan of orange…except when it comes to pumpkins. I love them in all varieties and colors, but that pop of orange is a Fall must.
Thank you Becky! Rosie always has to get involved…
I am not generally a fan of orange either except when it comes to pumpkins in the fall! Thanks for your input!
Beautiful pictures:-)) I love orange pumpkins and your dog is adorable:-)) I have a perfect match for your Rosie:-)) Come meet my Boris:-))
Greetings:-)))
I love the mini pumpkins above your door 🙂 I went with black and white for Halloween, but I’ll probably be bringing in the orange pumpkins for fall.
Thank you! I got the idea for the mini pumpkins from someone I follow on Instagram. Then when I was in Vermont, I saw them everywhere and had to do it myself! Thanks for stopping by!
Someone on IG did it a few years ago and I warned her I’d be copying! Then I saw a bunch when I was in Vermont too…such a simple way to be festive. Thanks for stopping by, Kelly!
Nothing says fall quite like an orange pumpkin! The intense colors are irresistible. And Halloween certainly wouldn’t be the same without them!
I am happy to hear that you agree! Each year I think I might stick with neutrals but I need orange for Halloween! Plus, my kids wouldn’t stand for anything else! Thanks for stopping by!
I love the dog with pumpkins photo – great ideas!
Thanks, Carol! She likes to get involved in all our festivities…lol. Thanks for taking the time to comment!
Yes, nothing says Autumn like orange pumpkins!!
Thanks, Carole! I agree with you!
Love these pix, Shelley! Rosie with the pumpkin in her mouth is adorable. I’m kind of a pumpkin nut myself and always have plenty. I’m not a big fan of orange…except when it comes to pumpkins. I love them in all varieties and colors, but that pop of orange is a Fall must.
Thank you Becky! Rosie always has to get involved…
I am not generally a fan of orange either except when it comes to pumpkins in the fall! Thanks for your input!
Beautiful pictures:-)) I love orange pumpkins and your dog is adorable:-)) I have a perfect match for your Rosie:-)) Come meet my Boris:-))
Greetings:-)))
Thank you! I am heading over to check out Boris!
I love the mini pumpkins above your door 🙂 I went with black and white for Halloween, but I’ll probably be bringing in the orange pumpkins for fall.
Thank you! I got the idea for the mini pumpkins from someone I follow on Instagram. Then when I was in Vermont, I saw them everywhere and had to do it myself! Thanks for stopping by!
My neighbor does the minis above her door – I love that look!
Someone on IG did it a few years ago and I warned her I’d be copying! Then I saw a bunch when I was in Vermont too…such a simple way to be festive. Thanks for stopping by, Kelly!