Southern Lady Celebrate Welcome Fall 2015

There’s this road near my home that I love taking. The trees bend over and touch, creating an exquisite natural tunnel. During autumn, when the leaves are brilliant shades of orange, red, and yellow, I make sure to take that route more often. The best times are when the light sneaks through a small break in the entangled foliage. Its beauty is truly captivating and, for me, encompasses what fall is. The season paints a beautiful picture that can’t help but inspire us to welcome those myriad colors into our own homes. From the front door to the kitchen, this issue delivers ideas to do just that! With wreaths from Studio Choo, clever tabletop ideas, and eight crafty pumpkins that go from cute to regal, we help you make your home…

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Sip in style with these personally engraved shot glasses and mugs, the traditional cups for serving Moscow Mules. Mark and Graham Copper Mug, $30 each, and Mark and Graham Copper Shot Glass set of 4, $59, markandgraham.com Ditch the boring bowls, and brighten up your table with some color! Threshold Plaid Dip Bowls in Assorted Colors, $3.99 each, and Threshold Mini Plaid Bowls in Assorted Colors, $1.99 each, target.com Give them something to chalk about with a handmade chalkboard, perfect for writing out your fall menu or the fight song of your favorite football team. MXO Woodworking Large Rustic Framed Chalkboard, $39.99, etsy.com Crafted from lightweight Acacia hardwood, these chairs are easy to store and transport, making them ideal for a tailgate or dining al fresco. Oxford Garden Capri Folding Chair set of…

MONSTER GOODIES For a treat that’ll make the kids giggle, purchase brightly colored plastic baskets and googly eyes at a local craft store. To make silly monsters, simply hot-glue the eyes to the outsides of the baskets. Fill with tissue paper, and line with parchment paper so treats or popcorn balls won’t stick to the sides. (Recipe for this popcorn ball at celebratemag.com.) FUN FINDS Treasures come in all shapes and sizes, and they don’t have to be edible! Rather than give out traditional handfuls of candy, pack a chalkboard bucket full of trinkets. We used small toys, stickers, bubbles, and silly string. Don’t forget to write names or Halloween messages or draw pumpkin faces to decorate the buckets. WITCH’S BREW Dress the part of a friendly witch, and fill your cauldron with a very…

SHIMMERING STYLE Create a new look for your bookshelves this season by using a small pumpkin as a bookend. Purchase a packet of gold leaf at your local craft store, and apply it to the top of the pumpkin, according to package instructions. It’s a quick-and-easy do-it-yourself project that will bring the beauty of fall indoors. NATURALLY CHARMING For this fun fall look, all you need is a container of choice, some moss, and three or more pumpkins that vary in size a bit and that will stack easily on top of one another. Simply put a thick layer of moss between the pumpkins to add some bright green color to this simple arrangement of rustic elegance. FESTIVE WELCOME Make a beautiful first impression this fall by welcoming guests with homemade wreaths. Gather seasonal blooms…

Pumpkin Picking Start by selecting miniature and small pumpkins in varying colors and designs from a local grocery store or farmers’ market. Scatter them along the middle of the table, mixing in flowers and candles. Simple Elegance Turquoise paper place mats paired with soft orange linens add a seasonal splendor, while classic white china and gold flatware make an elegant statement. The soft glow of candlelight from gold lanterns brings warmth to the table. COMFORT OF HOME Whether set for a feast for friends under the harvest moon or a family-filled Thanksgiving, this table is welcoming. Pumpkins, freshly cut flowers, and autumn leaves are irresistible reminders of the season. Add the familiar flavors of family cooking for a truly memorable occasion. Try our menu beginning on page 80. IN THE DETAILS Shimmering gold leaves serve as breathtaking…