You’ll be surprised at how many seasonal decor ideas we still use (and love) today.
We flipped through the past century of our magazines to find fall decor that’s still applicable today.
Get inspired by these timeless ideas straight from the pages of vintage BHG issues.
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1950: Seasonal Produce Centerpiece
Nature provides beautiful and affordable decor, and produce is no exception.
Use apples, pumpkins, squash, grapes, and more to boast the colors of autumnon your tablescape.
This method helps create visual interest.
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Mums, roses, and sunflowers are all popularflowers for fall arrangements.
2004: DIY Mini Acorn Wreath
This adorablemini acorn wreathexudes all of the nostalgic feelings of fall.
Use a hot-glue gun to cover a moss-covered wire or cardboard ring with found acorns.
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Use real oak branches and leaves to make a woodsy indoor arrangement.
Place bunches of the branches in anantique pitcher or vasefor a cozy look.
Place the vases down the center of a table oron a mantel.
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Our original article suggested using wire to attach bunches of dried wheat to a purchased straw wreath.
Continue this bunching and wiring process with other dried grasses and grains.
Lastly, tuck indried flowersfor variety and color.
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This 2002 image showcases how stunningly cozy real ones can be when used inside.
1950: Frame Pressed Leaves
This 1950 pressed leaf idea transcends intomodern-day fall decor.
Once framed, the piece can behung on a wall as decorfor seasons to come.
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