It’s official. Fall is in full swing and the holidays are rapidly approach- ing. Wether you are entertaining, have family visiting or just want to embrace the season here are some great tips to create a warm and cozy autumn home

Add hints of fall colors. Combine autumn red or orange splashes with a neutral or contrasting base such as taupe, olive, or blue. Muted greens are fresh alternatives to bold warm colors. Throw pillows, table accessories, and accent rugs are high-impact, low-investment places to start.

Incorporate small and subtle details on your dining room table. Tie a name card to leafy twigs to make great place holders for your guests. Setting the table with heirloom dishes and glassware makes even an everyday meal feel like a special occasion. So, dust off those hand-me-down plates and glasses to set a guest-impressing scene.

And, Make Centerpieces Gourd-Geous. Mix fresh with faux to create a bountiful centerpiece for your fall table. Faux gourds and pumpkins are great because you can display them year after year while fresh varieties are also a winner because you can roast them and toast the delicious seeds so nothing goes to waste. For the best of both worlds, mix the two and throw in a few dried seed pods, apples and silk sunflowers for added color and contrast.

Celebrate the harvest season with casual country touches. Find natural artwork, twine, and rustic wooden accent pieces. Cozy blan- kets add autumn comfort to any space. Choose pieces that will stay timely through the holidays. Pinecones, dried berries, and twigs stay up-to-date through the winter.

Candles add warmth and light in any season. They work anywhere. Don’t forget about mantels and windowsills. If you stick with neutral colors, embellishments and containers can be changed for the season.

Make space for conversation. Adding or relocating seating around a fireplace creates a cozy new space for fall fellowship. No fireplace? Pull a couple of sitting chairs in a corner, add candles for ambiance, and keep a stack of books close at hand.