The Bohemian Autumn Home: Rich Color & Warm Light

After the last whisper of summer disappears, Autumn arrives like a sigh...

Here are some of my favorite glimpses of autumn, expressed in crafts and home decor. The main theme that I feel is mainly composed of three things: rich, saturated colors combined with natural materials and a warm glow of light...but another important main element that's not possible to share via this simple blog post is the scents of fall. You'll have to use your imagination for that...

It's always best when shared...

Massive log swing - perfect for an autumn day

Upcycled scarves into one of a kind curtain

Feather candles

How cozy

Mason jar candle lantern with its own sweater

Hexagonal motif purse crochet pattern

Craft a willow heart from willow branches

Craft a book page pumpkin

Pincone & candle log

Old glass and bead barbed wire windchimes via Pinterest

Create a teacup candle holder like this one from Stipje

Add a bottle chime made from an embellished miniature bottle by CreationDesigns via Etsy

Fall wreath with silver platter by Becky at Beyond The Picket Fence 

Craft some concrete mushrooms for your autumn garden

Candle candle box lantern made from an old wooden box and a belt

Autumn nature wreath

Autumn craft: Painting Leaves

Galvanized bucket with candles

Add a vibrant chair like this Bloomsbury Garden teal chair by Timorous Beasties

Collect and paint acorns

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Dreamy Bohemian Garden Spaces II

Dreamy.

Exotic.
Magical.
Ethereal. 

...Something that glimmers and shines, colored glass, little pops of unexpected paint colors, mixes of different tones of metals and patinas, mixing shiny with worn, and of course, organic natural textures and colors of grass and stone...

Take a look at these dreamy Bohemian garden spaces and I think you'll agree - they're out of this world...

Wouldn't you love to live here? 

Create a mosaic with stained glass or beach glass scraps. Smooth the edges of the glass with a glass grinder, or put the pieces in a rock tumbler to create your own homemade faux beach glass. Use the pieces in a mosaic, like this one done in stone and concrete. 

Gems, stones and crystals for bees & butterflies to land and drink via gardening choice

Handmade windchime garden bell from earthwindstoneware.com

Heart shaped bird bath via

Suncatcher from Willowtreeloft on Etsy

Paint or mosaic some garden stones. (here's how) Image via Julie Satamura via Dunn Gardens

You can make your own awesome colored glass garden window with glass gems and stained glass scraps. Use a strong adhesive that dries clear, such as E6000 to adhere the glass & gems to an old window.

Bell tree on copper with wire, beads, and bells from Lakeside

Rock garden spiral

Wire cloud with stained glass droplets

Unique garden design

Which is your favorite? 

Have a great week!

 Laura

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Banish Winter Blues (& Whites!) With Colorful Bohemian Brights!

Create a spring-like environment with green

Who says winter has to be a whiteout?

Why not give your winter decor a bold burst of fun color that will not only brighten 

your living environment, but will brighten your spirits too? We already know that the

seasons can directly affect our moods and emotions. Lots of folks complain of winter

blues and seasonal affective disorder (aka SAD or winter depression) during the winter

months. Believe it or not, some folks suggest that part of the cause of these winter 

blues is due to the decrease in daylight from the winter days being shorter. I think

I have to agree with that! I anxiously await summer. 

Whether you prefer to go for bold brights or rich jewel tones, I believe that adding 

pops of unexpected color - especially if they contain unique patterns and luxurious textures - can help turn your mood around. Check it out!

Create a spring-like environment with green

Lively tangerine brightens any room

Make the most of sunny windows with sheer curtains to brighten your rooms
image by Livingetc.

Add a brightly painted showpiece. image from casual classic home

Cozy Bohemian jewel tones give a feeling of warmth & luxury

Create a bright spot: decoupage fabric onto panels and then add plates. from emagDECO

This wall was created with wallpaper. from BHG

This post was originally published January 9, 2014


What do you think?

I hope you have a great week 

Love, Laura

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