Lemons and Larkspur: bringing fall indoors

Okay, so the finicky weather isn't cooperating outside (we climbed toward 90 degrees again today) but I refuse to let that stop me from embracing the change of season inside.

Now that my fall candles are burning and I've taken my first pumpkin spice cake out the oven, there's no stopping me!

I've been playing around in the entryway. I moved the little wicker basket over to the buffet and replaced it with this white metal pitcher. I remembered that I tucked these silk flowers away for a wreath on the front door but decided they were just too pretty for outside. With the addition of this gorgeous ribbon that I found at half price, I must admit I am totally smitten with the arrangement.

I love the height they add to the table, too.

I realize fake flowers have fallen out of favor for the most part but these are just as pretty as can be and I won't have to do anything but dust them until I'm ready to change this display at Christmas time.

Do you still sneak in an arrangement or two of artificial greens and flowers?

I finished the buffet, the hutch and the mantle, so I still have plenty to share later. For now I'll leave you with a quick peak at the living room...

I think my cake is cool enough to frost now, so I better get going. Thanks for stopping by, I so appreciate it.

I'm joining Kim for Wow Us Wednesday...
Grits and Glamour for Keep it Simple...
The Tablescaper for Seasonal Sunday...

Patty

21 comments

camp and cottage livingSeptember 20, 2011 at 2:18 PM
Patty
Your entry way looks so welcoming!
I do use artificial flowers still now and then. Why not?
I have to say how blessed your family is to have a wife/mother that is always baking something yummy! I sure wish you were my neighbor!
Blessing-Kimberly
Teresa@1800 Farmhouse RdSeptember 20, 2011 at 2:27 PM
I am just smitten with your arrangement also! And I have to use "fake" flowers, that is the only kind that doesn't wilt when I touch them. I went and got candle warmers, and have fall scented candles on them. The house smells Heavenly!! I also baked the apple cream cheese bundt cake with praline icing from southern living too. Our weather is still warm outside, but the inside of our home is screaming fall.

I love the pitcher that you have the flowers in, and can't wait to see what else you do.
Sissie's Shabby CottageSeptember 20, 2011 at 2:43 PM
Ooh, I love this flower arrangement and yes I still use silk flowers as long as they look real like yours.

So pretty.

hugs
Sissie
DebSeptember 20, 2011 at 2:47 PM
This is all so lovely. The chalk-board was the perfect finishing touch. It is just gorgeous.
LeslieSeptember 20, 2011 at 3:04 PM
Sure I use artificial flowers!! I don't always follow the "rules" with decor, I just decorate with what makes me happy! :)
Your place is beautiful. I love the fireplace in the background with the swag on the mantle! I wish I had a piece of your cake, sounds yummy!
Leslie
GARAGE SALE GALSeptember 20, 2011 at 3:10 PM
I think faux flowers look great.Your fall decor is nice. Yum, cake!!
deb
Barb September 20, 2011 at 3:10 PM
Love the arrangement, Patty. It all looks so inviting.

Barb
DawnSeptember 20, 2011 at 4:19 PM
I just love it. I can see why you are smitten. I agree the flower height is perfect. I can't wait to see the fall mantle now:)
Tammy@Simple Southern HappinessSeptember 20, 2011 at 5:35 PM
Perfect in every way, what an eye catcher for all that come to see you.
From Beyond My Kitchen WindowSeptember 20, 2011 at 5:43 PM
I use to use some silk flowers years ago, but not anymore. I just couldn't stand the dust that seemed to stick to the flowers. I like the look of them though. Your table is a nice welcoming fall hello.
Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeSeptember 20, 2011 at 6:20 PM
Such a warm and welcoming fall vignette...sooo pretty!!!
Cottage and BroomeSeptember 20, 2011 at 7:46 PM
Love your framed blackboard. Laura Cottage and Broome
Sunny Simple LifeSeptember 21, 2011 at 7:33 AM
Lovely. I am dying to get my fall stuff out but we just haven't had the time lately. Life is so crazy right now. Argh!!
My Little Home and GardenSeptember 21, 2011 at 8:53 AM
Patty,

Your floral arrangement is very attractive. Even though it says "autumn" there is a certain friendly lightness to it. It's so pretty with the ribbon and the little pumpkins.

-Karen
Ramblings of a Southern Girl ~ Rhonda GSeptember 22, 2011 at 5:13 AM
Your floral arrangement is beautiful! And the Pumpkin Spice Cake sounds yummy!!!
AnonymousSeptember 22, 2011 at 10:34 AM
Love your flower arrangement! Nice to meet you. Pat
Just a little something from JudySeptember 22, 2011 at 1:44 PM
Fall candles burning and spice cake coming out of the oven...count me in. I am a Fall lover and just reading your words made me smile. You certainly have a touch when it comes to adding beauty to your home.
ToniSeptember 22, 2011 at 4:05 PM
Pumkin spice cake? Yes, please. Your foyer looks so inviting. The flowers look real, not fake. And the little pumpkins are so cute. I am sure I have the same ones in different rooms in my home. Thanks for sharing your lovely entry.
The TablescaperSeptember 24, 2011 at 6:49 PM
Pumpkin spice cake, wonderful arrangements - great way to celebrate fall!

It would be wonderful to have you link your Fall post to Seasonal Sundays.

- The Tablescaper
SnapSeptember 25, 2011 at 5:56 AM
I'm smitten with your fall entry and love the chalkboard! I'm hoping getting out the Halloween and fall decorations will make me feel cool, even if the temperatures outdoors aren't cooperating! Happy Fall!
The TablescaperSeptember 25, 2011 at 7:43 PM
Wonderful to have you be a part of Seasonal Sundays. Perhaps next week if you link a bit earlier, you'll see more traffic. Hope you have a glorious week.

- The Tablescaper