
When it comes to decorating for the seasons, I like to keep things very simple…favoring a look that’s natural and organic with minimal pattern and lots of texture. Since it’s starting to look and feel like autumn outside, I figured I’d try to bring a little bit of natural goodness to the indoors.
Since there are more than enough acorns to feed the squirrel population at my parents’ house, I decided it was okay to gather up a bowlful of those little brown beauties to display in an old wooden bowl. Just as an aside, my dad said I shouldn’t have any problems finding some acorns…there were so many that it’s like you were walking on marbles. I thought that was funny. Anyway, back to my project…I didn’t do anything too fancy with them, just paired the whole thing with a few little hydrangea blossoms and sat it atop some French ledger paper on a side chair in my living room.
Then, I cut a bunch of hydrangea blossoms, enough to fill that bucket I had in my living room, and set it up in front of the window. A vintage book and a silk ribbon in some fall-like colors sit on the stool for a little something extra.

The more I kept looking at that bucket of flowers, I started to think about how good it would look on the dining room table. So of course, I had to try it out in there too.
I really like the way it looks, especially since I have a pie safe in there that has the same finish. I’m thinking that I might have to rustle up another bucket somewhere so that I can have one in the living room and one in the dining room. You can never have too much of a good thing…right?!
You know what else I’m thinking would look good in that bucket? Pinecones. I’ll have to remember that for Christmas. I really can’t believe that thoughts of Christmas are entering my mind…sad.
Anyway, hope you have a good weekend!
xo Tricia
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A Vintage Vine says
Your skills behind the camera, WARM my heart! Thanks for sharing!
Amy Kinser says
Your simplicity in fall decor is just gorgeous! It's all so beautiful.
Sweet Young Journey says
Hi Tricia! I love your style of simple and natural decorating for the fall season!
The galvanized bucket does look good in both spaces so you must find another one! : )
Everything looks so beautiful… Love, love your photos!
hugs, Cheryl
Okio B Designs says
I love your little touches! So simple yet stunning!
Jeanine
Tereza says
I love acorns! such beautiful decorating, and those Hydrangeas are gorgeous!
Ranger 911 says
Oh, I wish I had an oak tree. Those acorns are just so darn cute! I was out in the cold "harvesting" my hydrangeas the other night, but it's worth it to have them brighten up the house all winter long.
Once again, your photography is AMAZING!
Heaven's Walk says
Beyond beautiful, Tricia! That corner of your room is so cozy and any way you style it, it always looks fabulous. The gray of the bucket and pie cabinet are awesome together in your dining room! 🙂 Oh, and you're not alone in thinking about Christmas. I'm on the prowl for grandkids' gifts already….lol!
xoxo laurie
Sylvia says
Simply BEAUTIFUL !!!
Sarah. . .myyellowhouse says
I love to log on and see a post from you! Doesn't fall give us the best gifts to decorate with…wish I could find some real acorns. Your simple decorating is beautiful and another bucket is definately in order…I love it behind your chair.
Happy Fall! 🙂
once in a blue moon says
simple perfection~
Lisa @ Fern Creek Cottage says
It's so lovely for the start of the fall season. I like that it's not overboard with pumpkins and things since it's still September. When I look at your gorgeous dining room I just sigh and say "why can't my room look like that?!".
Polly says
Always such pretties here! Always enjoy your photography!
Shanon at Vintage Sparkle Chic says
So beautiful! I am ready for the fall decorating, too. I love all of your photos, you really capture it so beautifully.
Happy Fall!
~Shanon
Pam says
I was just looking at a bucket today. You're making me want to go back and pick it up now. I like your idea of fall decor. Natural and simple is the way to go.
Kristen says
I love the tub of Hydrangeas, like always your pictures are so dreamy and beautiful ♥
Can I just come live with you???
elizabeth says
Simply beautiful!
Gina says
It's amazing sometimes how something so simple can make such an impact & be so beautiful!
By the way, I used a bucket like this for pinecones last winter & I loved it. You probably will too.
Evelyn S. says
Tricia, Tricia, Tricia! You are the goddess of creating and photographing interior decor and fabulous flowers (and nuts)! I can't imagine having enough hydrangea blossoms to fill a bucket with them! Just beautiful….all of it.
Shannon says
Love it! You've added the perfect amount of coziness ~ now if only it wasn't so hot here I could decorate for Autumn as well 😉
Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says
Love your simple additions for fall. I like the natural things for fall decor, too. That is a great bucket of hydrangeas and the photo with the little acorn is my fave.
Rachel Pallas says
BEAUTIFUL room Tricia~ So happy Fall is upon us!!And so glad you won the book too! xoxo Rachel
Ozma of Odds says
…gorgeously ~ fall!!
you always know just how to charm us with your exceptional photo eye!
xo, Rosemary
Ashley says
Absolutely beautiful Tricia!! You are always so inspirational =) Xoxoxo ~Ashley
Sandra van Doorn says
seriously, these photos are breathtaking. just beautiful.
your interior is pure heaven.
xo sandra
Tiffany says
Gorgeous……and why did you have to say Christmas?..LOL!
Tiffany
BearShe Cottage says
Bravo. Beautiful photos.
Cindy Albert says
I don't know where to start. I'm not sure what is prettier, the acorns or the hydrangea. The combination is breath taking.
I especially love the last photo.
Georgianna says
Love, love your photos, Tricia! You had me at that first acorn one. 🙂 Beautiful lighting in your home, isn't there? xo – g
Lara says
Always a nice & warm feeling viewing your photography! You make everything so beautiful & photograph it so well! I feel the same way about decorating with nature's gifts… I love to pick & pluck on my nature hikes. LOVE the first pic with the acorns – magical! And I love your dining table.. that is my favorite color wood.. like a pecan medium stain… gorgeous hydrangeas also Tricia! Happy Friday!
Lara
jessica says
Tricia, this is simply…AMAZING!! I always enjoy looking at your beautiful photos. Your dining room looks so…peaceful! Like, if you sat down to eat…you'd never want to get up! LOL!
Have a wonderful weekend!
~*Jessica
A Cozy Cottage in the City says
Your autumn decorating style is nothing short of being perfect! I love everything about it!!! 😉
Hugs,
Jessie
AJ says
Love your fall decorating…so pretty!
traci says
absolutely gorgeous. can i just climb through the monitor and relax in your beautiful home?
Pünktchen says
how I LOVE your house, your beautiful chair in front of the window! thank you for your inspiration and have a nice and sunny weekend!
nora
IMPRESSION "ein lebensgefühl-emotion of life says
Hi Tricia!
I love your style…Fantastically such beautiful pictures!!!!
Love,
Elvira
het tuinengeltje says
Such nice lovely pictures.
Have a nice weekend, Sylvia
Deborah says
Tricia you have such a gift for capturing such beauty on your lens.
Love, love, love them!
I have tons of acorns in my yard too and love to use them in decor for autumn too.
Hydrangeas/ Dont get me started..adore them!
Love your beautiful style and home.
Have a happy weekend my dear friend xoxo
Deborah xoxoxo
Anita @ GoingALittleCoastal says
That's so funny, I was just spying my tree the other day full of acorns. They are still green and have not yet dropped. But I was going to collect some myself before the squirrels get them all. And if I had some clippers in my purse I would have take a bunch of hydrangeas that were at an estate sale I was at yesterday!
Great additions for Fall!
K @ Aurora Blythe says
Just perfect. Simply elegant in every way.
PriscilaPetersDecor says
Lovely images, again.
I have a friend who wants to learn a little about photography and I told her about you.
Enjoy your weekend.
Robin says
Oh Tricia how I love, love, love your style! You make it seem so effortless. You are such an inspiration to me – – beautiful photos as always and I love the hydragea's with the pears – beautiful.
Gail Dixon (Louisiana Belle) says
Your style is so beautiful! However, with 3 dogs, that white in my house wouldn't last 2 seconds!
Très Julie says
The first one is my favorite!
So beautiful!
Greetings, Julia
A Pretty Life in the Suburbs says
Very, very pretty! I love how simple and classy everything looks! Stunning photos!
Jo-Anna
Kelly says
Tricia! I agree with the 1st comment…your skills are amazing. and I just love what you've done here.
I love fall!!!
lisa says
I would love to have you nearby to decorate my home!! Love the look you've put together here, and your photographs of it are beautiful as always!
Deanna says
Tricia, again you do simple at it's elegant best. Enjoy the Fall.
Between You and Me says
just beautiful.
Vicki says
I love your photos! The flowers and acorn are so beautiful.
Tracy's Trinkets and Treasures says
Lovely decorating and beautiful photos!!!
NauticalCottageBlog.com says
Wow, I really like the way it looks too, Tricia. I'm just not into a ton of bright orange etc. for Fall…this is very lovely.
Doreen Grace says
Your pictures have such a tone of serenity about them. It's just beautiful. I totally want to curl up and read a book in that overstuffed white chair. You are really an amazing photographer. 🙂
Mira says
seriously, Tricia! You are such a great gesigner AND photographer! I love your photos and decorating ideas.
Pieces of Sunshine says
Your photos and house are gorgeous! Full of natural beauty and light.
deb duty says
Gorgeous! I wish I had your talent. I love the light airy feel of your home and you always add just the right touches.
Sarah @ Modern Country Style says
Hey lovely Tricia,
Isn't this time of year lovely when you can start to make everything more cosy and snuggly? I LOVE it!!
Your close ups are some of my favourites in the world. Just stunning!
Sarahx
Debra @ Common Ground says
Oh Tricia, this is SO beautiful. I love how you can make "simple" so gorgeous! so glad you linked up to VIF, xoxo Debra
Faded Charm says
Simple, yet elegant….beautiful. Love the combination of your hydrangeas withthe pears:-)
xoxo
Kathleen
Bella Bliss says
OMGoodness, Tricia! Those photo's are so gorgeous! Keep on pressing that camera button and soon enough you'll become a star…. Lovely.
Ciao Bella!!
Bella Bliss
Elizabeth (Blue Clear Sky) says
Love your simple and natural Fall decor!
Courtney ~ French Country Cottage says
Gorgeous gorgeous post Tricia!! Your flowers in the bucket are wonderful and love acorns for fall decorating too~ your photos- AH-MA-ZING!!! Just beautiful!! So glad you are enjoying the book!
Thanks for linking up 🙂
Linda R. says
I just love your dreamy shots.. Your simple decoration looks amazing.. Hope you have a dreamy Sunday my friend..
Hugs, Linda
Lilli's Welt says
Hi Tricia! Wow! I love your photos! All of them look soooo beautiful!
Greetings from germany. Lilli
missing moments says
Simply awesome images and love the acorns.
Farmgirl Paints says
Hi Tricia…those pics were amazing! Your home is lovely:) I LOVE all the little acorns. Sweet touch.
jacqueline says
Dearest sweet tricia, i am so loving your gorgeous fall decoration. The acorns are soo adorable and i wish i could pick these up too but we dont have any here. Thanks so much for your beautiful fall inspiriation! Have a lovely merry happy monday and a beautiful week! Love to you!
blessedmom's simple home says
Autumn looks so pretty in your house, and your photos are wonderful. I love that little key too 🙂
Enjoy your week.
Blessings,
Marcia
Kia says
Awwwww, simply delightful! Thanks for sharing a bit of autumn 🙂
Ivy and Elephants says
I love that simple and clean look, it feels like you really could just kick back and unwind. Beautiful! Hugs, Patti
michelle says
Hello Tricia! Oh my goodness your photos and decorating are so beautiful. I love the simple touches that you added. I have been catching up with some of your previous posts and that photo of your daughter holding the butterfly is absolutely perfect. How precious is she! 🙂 I am so glad that you got to enjoy the last days of summer and I am looking forward to fall as well.
xoxo
Rosemary Aubut says
Your photos always take my breath away! So very lovely and serene!
Jennifer@threedogsinagarden says
Such beautiful and simple touches to bring the fall season inside. I adore acorns. The hydrangeas in the rustic bucket are also wonderful.
Sara Szatmary says
I love the idea of decorating with acorns and pinecones (mostly because they are free and hard to mess up when they're thrown in a bowl).
LOVELY photos!!
Pat Mark says
What a lovely home you have. I love your decorating style. All those little touches really make a house a home.
Gwendolyn says
A gorgeous post! I love the clean , simple lines in your dining room. I have to tell you a little acorn story… Many years ago, I brought in some acorns from outside and put them in a bowl for fall decor. To my horror about a week later, I found they were sprouting little worms. yuck! Just keep an eye out. 🙂
Blessings~
westernfilms says
Tricia! Your style of simple and natural decorating for the fall season is excellent. Also those Hydrangeas are gorgeous.
Faded Plains says
I love your bucket of hydrangeas…I just clipped some yesterday and love how they look in my home too.
Sandy says
There's a Live Oak tree here that is supposedly over 1,500 yrs old and is considered the oldest living thing this side of the Mississippi and there are acorns galore underneath it too, and I have to be careful not to slip on the marbles myself lol.
Anyway just last week I was thinking of gathering up some acorns myself. You are always just a step before me hah
love your soft and classy photos!
The Altered Bee says
As I was on my walk this afternoon, I couldn't help but look at acorns in a whole new way! Thanks for the reminder that there is beauty in everyday things.
Privet and Holly says
Girlie, you
have such an
eye; you should
be styling for
a magazine!
xx Suzanne
BECKY says
Gorgeous…love it all…the bowl of acorns and the solitary acorn…adore!!
Thank you for sharing!
Becky
Islandia Lane says
never thought about putting acorns in a bowl but I LOVE how that looks – great pics!
Valerie@chateaualamode.typepad.com says
Oh I love your last photo of the simple little acorn. So pretty and simple.
Evelyn says
Very beautiful pastel images!
Ido says
Love your simple ways of decorating, those pictures look like out of a magazine, gorgeous!
XXX Ido
Susan says
I love your home, and your subtle fall decorating. You pictures are gorgeous!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Sherrie St. Hilaire says
Your home is so absolutely beautiful! You have such a peaceful elegance….is that a style??? ( " "Yes, she transitioned from French Country to Peaceful Elegance! " Oh well, you get my meaning right!? Love your photog too!
Revi says
Love it, love it, love it all. Your photos and your aesthetic are beautiful, so I'm following!
-Revi