Sunday, August 28, 2011

Hoping For Fall

I am so ready for cooler weather and fall, so I thought maybe if I change a few things around it will get here sooner.  Wishful thinking I know.  I've made a couple of changes to the wall area in the familyroom, so I thought I would give you a little sneak peek. 


This is the wall pocket that I have on one side of the round mirror.  It's had this arrangement for quite some time, and I wanted it to have more of a fall look.  So I revamped it just a smidge.



Swapping out a couple of flowers and adding a few more feathers gave it a totally different look.


 Super simple and a 5 minute project which is about all the time I had.  I've changed something else on this wall, so stay tuned for the rest.


I am so thankful that Irene was not as bad as expected and that so many escaped with no damage.  Such a blessing and answer to prayer.  I continue to pray for those that did loose trees, are without power and are flooded. 

38 comments:

Under Her Wings said...

That's lovely, Marty. Hoping for Fall with you. It's been very, very hot here in Arkansas this summer. Cool weather sounds lovely, just like your arrangement.

JENNIFER said...

Hi Marty! I'm ready for fall as well :o) I want to see the glow of my fireplace on a wet cold rainy day...snuggled up in my cozy sweats, cross stitching with a hot cup of tea....I long for those days....LOL! Have a nice Sunday! Hugs, Jennifer

Teresa@oursoutherncountryhomeandfarm said...

I'm with ya on the fall weather! I love everything about fall from the cool air, fall decor, fall clothes, well, I love it all and am ready for it! Your arrangement is very pretty.

Designs By Pinky said...

I'm ready now too! Especially because we had to remove everything from the decks and porch, I now want to put the Fall things out. I am afraid the neighbors might think I had lost it:):) SOON though!!!! Very soon!!!! Love your wall pockets new arrangement! I love feathers and am planning a new Fall wreath using feathers too! XO, Pinky

housedressingblog.blogspot.com said...

I will be so relived when Fall makes it's way to Texas, we've taken a real beating with the heat this Summer. I love the pheasant feathers in your Fall arrangement.

Really Rainey said...

Hi Marty... Those are so pretty! I'm ready for Fall too... In fact I'm sitting in the house in the AC and don't even feel like going in the pool! Its too hot out there!

Good Rule Keep Cool!
Rainey @ The Project Table

Sarah said...

I hear you! I'm certainly ready for fall and cooler temps.
The wall pocket looks lovely, Marty.

Shelia said...

This is just beautiful Marty! I'm ready for fall too but our state has had record breaking hotness this month! ;O
I've been so busy the last few days and was trying to catch up a bit and read your kids are sending y'all to Hawaii! That's fantastic!
You're going to love it! I know you're excited and bragging on your children is wonderful!
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)

~Lavender Dreamer~ said...

How pretty! I like the feathers...they are a nice touch! ♥

Tina said...

Very pretty! I think either way would have been perfect for Fall. Both ways looks great! But, I'm like you...I can't wait for Fall and cooler weather!

Mel's Designs from the Cabin said...

I'm.....sadly...hoping for fall too...I enjoy summer, but I know that after fall...comes ...ugh...winter and frigid weather...ugh...so pardon my sad enthusiasm...lol....thanks for your comments over at Mel's Designs from the Cabin...my burlap pillow was sure fun to make and saving money was even better...it's finished and resting on a little red stool in the sun porch...it's going to be used as a soft top to the hard bench for proping bare feet on it....Mel...

Pat@Back Porch Musings said...

Looks beautiful Marty.

I am definitely ready for Fall!

Dianne said...

I love the addition of feathers. I think we are all ready for cooler temps. Soon..... Dianne

Kim @ Savvy Southern Style said...

What a pretty wall pocket. I sure hope what you are doing brings fall sooner.

Susan said...

Marty, I am so ready for fall! When I am out and about I find myself purchasing fall items. This weekend I purchased 3 small pumpkins in fall colors at the Dollar Tree!
Your arrangement is so pretty and perfect for fall!

Curtains In My Tree said...

your wall pocket is pretty

but I am not ready for fall/ I still want to go to the pools and they have already closed except for private clubs

I just read about you going to Hawaii I bet you were really surprised

since you like fall you stay here and I will go with the family swimming in hawaii ????LOL

FABBY'S LIVING said...

Lovely arrangement, Marty, this gives me an idea for a new fall arrangement on my mil's antique vase. Thanks for sharing, if you have a little time, I'd love to have you over. Hugs, FABBY

Saleslady371 said...

Beautiful! Bring on Fall!

⚜ ↁℯℬℬᴵℰ⚜@ Debbiedoos blogging and blabbing said...

That is so pretty, and simple Marty. I think we will have Fall a bit sooner than you...but you will have cooler temps soon enough I am sure.

Sharing Shadymont said...

Hey Marty,

Love the changes. I'm ready for fall too. It's been so hot this summer. We are leaving Wednesday evening to go to our place in South Ga. Temperatures expected to be 102. UGH!!!!! I'll stay inside.

Hope you have a great week!
Kathy

On Crooked Creek said...

Marty,
Your wall pocket is gorgeous! I adore the softness of the floral swap. On Crooked Creek, we call these Five Minute Fixes!!! Thank you for sharing that even a small change can make a huge impact!
Fondly,
Pat

Dear Sweet Home said...

I am hoping for fall also! I did plant mums in my urns last week but I am having to baby them with extra water! I like the feathers in the arrangement. I love feathers in anything! Thanks for your sweet comment on my blog - you are a sweetie! ~Kim

Pam - diy Design Fanatic said...

I'm ready for fall, as well, Marty. It's just been too hot this summer. I'm hoping our fall is long and cold temps don't come too quickly. Your wall pocket is really pretty!

Debbie@Debbie-Dabble and A Debbie-Dabble Christmas said...

Marty,

Very pretty! I am so looking forward to Fall weather! I am not a lover of heat!!

Hugs,
Debbie

Becca said...

Very pretty, Marty! It will be Fall before we know it. :) Love your new header, too!

KATHY said...

That is so pretty marty !!I'm ready for fall too.

Kathy

Poppy said...

Hi Marty, this is a beautiful fall arrangemnt.. you always create wonderful floral arrangement. I have a couple of these wall pockets and I never know what to do with them...such a pretty fall inspiration! Have a great week!~Poppy

http://withadashofcolor.blogspot.com/

Betsy (BB) said...

Marty, this is lovely! I'm ready for Fall too. The Georgia heat has been rough this year! Thank you for such an inspiring post! I love your arrangement!

Katherines Corner said...

Lovely Autumn touches. Big Hugs!

Katherines Corner said...

oops, forgot to mention that I'll be featuring this post at Katherines Corner tomorrow. Hugs!

Mama Zen said...

It looks lovely!

Deborah said...

I hear you Marty! I am soooo ready for the cooler weather of fall! Love the colors and just the smell and feel of the air. Love the rearrangement!

SavannahGranny said...

Marty, Isn't it amazing what just a little change can make. Looks great. I will looking for the rest.
Thanks for sharing, Ginger

Shug said...

hi Marty

Boy...am I ever ready for Fall...
Our temps have been cooler today,(like the upper 90's instead of 104) and it just gets you in the mood for some good ol' cool days with lots of orange and red dressing up the place

hugs
shug

Babs said...

Marty, pretty arrangement and it reminds me to look for my pheasant feathers. I was going to look for them the other day and forgot about it.
Oh, just saw your previous post. Congratulations and have a fabulous time in Hawaii. Get your muumuu out... remember those?
Hugs,
Babs

The Yellow Cape Cod said...

Marty, this is gorgeous! I am so glad to have found your blog. Thank you for visiting my blog today and for your nice comments.
Regards, Sarah

CAS said...

Love those subtle changes you made to the wall basket. I, too, wish our temps would drop a bit but maybe the Fall decor will help.
:) CAS

ANNE said...

A nice bright touch up, Marty. I'm ready for a touch of coolness too, but not too soon....enjoy your week!