Happy October (Let’s Welcome the Best Month of Fall!)

Happy weekend and welcome to the Saturday Spotlight where I share weekly inspiration!  Now that we’ve said goodbye to September, let’s welcome the beautiful month of October!  Today, I’m sharing some cozy decorating ideas and tips to have a happy October!

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Happy October – Home Decorating Ideas:

Now that October has arrived, it’s time to cozy up our homes…

A couple years ago, I decorated with neutrals for the fall season. Usually, during this time of year, I like to keep my decor simple.  After all, I do tend to go a little crazy with color and accessories during the holiday season.

Freshen up your coffee table for the fall season…

To keep your fall decorating simple, choose one small space (like a coffee table) to decorate.  For some ideas, read – Fall Coffee Table Ideas (Easy and Stylish).

Happy October – Halloween Decorating Ideas:

If you’re planning any Halloween dinner parties, here’s a tablescape to inspire you…

With black and white accessories and some silly pumpkins, this table setting is kind of cute and kind of scary….perfect for kids or adults!

Simple Ghost DIY Projects for October:

If you’re feeling creative this October, grab a few craft supplies and make some super-simple ghost decorations!…

Last year, I shared some DIY ghost decorations that were embarrassingly easy…like this Pottery Barn look-a-like!

Happy October – Books:

During this cozy month, curl up with good book…

Throughout the year, I like to share the books I’m reading.  Recently, I finished Malibu Rising and loved it.  Sure, it’s probably more of beach read than a “curl up with with a book by the fire read”, but  I still recommend it!  This author, Taylor Jenkins Reid is probably most known for writing the popular Daisy Jones & The Six (on my list too) and The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, which I read earlier this year…and really enjoyed!

Anyway, Malibu Rising follows the life of four famous siblings, their family secrets and how they dealt with being abandoned by their very famous father.  The family drama culminates during the annual end of summer party at the Malibu beach house.  (Which, as a home decor enthusiast, I cringed at the way the party guests disrespected the home!) That night, all the characters reach a tipping point where secrets are spilled and decisions are made.  Such a fun and wild ride through California in the 1980s!

Happy October – Comfort Food Season:

Welcome October (National Chili Month) with a cozy family favorite recipe…

If you’re looking for a simple version for classic chili, here is our family’s favorite chili recipe!

Happy October Finds:

If you’re decorating for fall, you can’t go wrong with a trip to Target…

This year, Target’s Hearth and Hand with Magnolia line has some really cute and inexpensive items for fall. Recently, I picked up this adorable scalloped spoon rest…  Besides being perfect for a spoon, it would also be great to use for loose change, jewelry or even a bar of soap.

On that same trip to Target, I spotted this lovely golden leaf arrangement.  Between the golden leaves and the brown glass vase, it’s the perfect fall accessory.

Since I decorated with blue and white for early fall, these plaid pillows were a great addition to my dining room.  In case you missed my fall tour, you can see it here – Blue and White Fall Decorating Ideas.

Happy October – More Shopping Ideas:

Recently, these fall finds caught my eye…

When decorating you’re front door for fall, tray a hanging basket instead of a wreath this year.  With the leather straps, this one is giving off equestrian vibes.  So pretty!  (Greenery sold separately).

Although, if you are looking for an October wreath, this one is festive and beautiful! (and currently on sale!)

This year, glass pumpkins are very popular!  I’m loving these pumpkins which come in several sizes (and are selling fast!)

For more ways to have a happy October, here are some ideas from around the internet:

Fall decorating, crafts and more…

• Welcome the new month of October with ideas from this beautiful home tour!
• Get your door ready for Halloween with a DIY Black and White Halloween Swag!
• After a trip to the pumpkin patch, decorate some easy no-carve pumpkins!
• Get inspired for fall with some happy October quotes from this list!
• If you’re entertaining for Halloween, you have to see this amazing Halloween charcuterie board!

Hopefully, I’ve inspired you with ideas to welcome October in your home!

Before you go, here are a few more ideas to celebrate the month of October…

• For some more ways to welcome October, read – Goodbye September, Hello October!
• To get inspired for the month of October, read – October Decorating Ideas!
• Celebrate fall indoors and read –  Create a Fall Feeling in Your Home!

What are your tips for a happy October?

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