So as you can imagine, now that we have a much needed break from the high 90's temps, we have been playing outside a lot more. Bikes, scooters, the park, you name it.
With this cooler weather, I've also been thinking a lot about Fall decorating. I did a post last year over on Homes.com about Decorating with Nature for Fall, and since then I've been trying to think of more ways to bring the outdoors IN to our space.
Have you started decorating for fall yet?
Well, If you haven't (or even if you have), then today's a pretty great day to be you! In celebration of Homes.com's new national ad campaign, which is all about encouraging people to create "Home Moments", we're teaming up with the Homes.com team to giveaway a $100 Target Gift Card, so that one of you can hopefully gather all of the things you need to create a new décor look for Fall in YOUR home!
How to Enter:
Simply visit the decorating section of the Homes.com blogs Idea Gallery, brows around and then come back and let me know what subject you found interesting, tip you thought was helpful or even an idea you may want to now impliment into your own space.
Once you've commented below and entered yourself into the Rafflecopter widget, you're all set!
Here's to lots more beautiful Fall weather, pretty decor and happy Home Moments.
Have a joy-full and safe weekend!

I'm loving all of the patterns that are becoming popular! Chevron has been taken over by some awesome patterns.
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ReplyDeleteI like the article on Polka Dots, specifically the vase DIY by Hi, SugarPlum!!
ReplyDeleteI love the mason jar ideas!!
ReplyDeleteI like the post about "The Best Rental Décor Ideas." Being a renter, I get frustrated with not being able to paint the walls, etc. So it's always good to have more ideas.
ReplyDeleteI really love anything mason jar, so that was my favorite!
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed the curb appeal articles. I really want topiaries (or some sort of plants) for my front porch, flanking the front door. I enjoyed looking at pictures for ideas. Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI like the Mason Jar ideas.
ReplyDeleteName on rafflecopter: Mary Happymommy
I'm a list-girl so the Preparing Your Home for Fall check-list caught my eye!
ReplyDeleteI love how easy it was to find subjects that interest you. I loved learing about green living and finding stylis ideas to spruce up my nest.
ReplyDeleteI loved your article about customizing budget-friendly furniture! The IKEA hack was fabulous, and I loved looking at other blogger custom updates as well. It gave me some great ideas for the future....you're so creative!
ReplyDeleteI appreciated the tip for energy efficient canned lighting. I hadn't noticed, or chose to ignore, how bad ours were looking. These are clean, smart and easy to install...Yay!
ReplyDeleteSorry...forgot to mention that The Helpmeet is Nicole Marie on Rafflecopter. Didn't want you to be confused just in case I win! ;)
ReplyDeleteLoved the Selling a Home section! Lots of great tips for when we sell our house here soon!
ReplyDeleteOoh love the redone secretary post..love how the back mimmicks chicken wire
ReplyDeleteAs a renter, I loved the section about adding pops of color in a rental space. Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI love that they have so many tips about what to do in rentals! Joe and I still rent so it's nice to see projects that we can tackle to make our apartment more us :)
ReplyDeleteLots of great ideas!
ReplyDeleteLoved the tips on decorating a rental - I've been thinking about replacing some furniture handles with cute knobs instead, I'll have to give it a shot!
ReplyDeleteI read the article Using Simple Landscaping, Plants and Flowers to Customize your Homes Exterior. I really enjoyed it because I just bought a ton of perennials on a deep discount and was looking for ideas on planting them. :)
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I liked the section where it shows how to integrate ideas for the current year by mixing styles. That is what I need to do!
ReplyDeleteI love the outdoor lighting ideas! I've been needing some outdoor lighting for my porch, I think the upcycling of the winebottles would be really cute
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I loved the holiday decorating section of the website. Great ideas!
ReplyDeleteI liked 10 ways to avoid home remodeling mistakes!
ReplyDeleteI found the furnishing your home on a budget had some fun and helpful tips!
ReplyDeleteI love the "pops of color" post because my house right now has very boring wall color and the only way to get some life and movement in is with the pops of color!
ReplyDeleteI liked the "touch of gold" post. We have a hideous gold fireplace in our new apartment, so since I can't change it, I've been looking for other pops of gold to at least tie it in.
ReplyDeleteI'm definitely in need of the tips on how to make your front entryway more welcoming.
ReplyDeleteI'm dying to do one of the awesome stencil walls in the gallery. Bring it, Target gift card! :)
ReplyDeleteLove the easy DIY outdoor lighting ideas... need to add some lights to our backyard, this is perfect!!
ReplyDeleteThe organization subject will definitely come in handy for me! We have such a small house, and every little bit of space counts!!
ReplyDeleteI liked the article on incorporating current trends into your space!
ReplyDeleteI'm in love the coppery gold table!
ReplyDeleteMy husband and I are looking for our first house. The Idea Gallery has some nice tips on what to look for in older homes, which is more than likely what we'll go for. Can't wait to start renovating and redecorating. You're my inspiration.
ReplyDeleteI loved your article about switching older recessed lighting for new energy efficient lighting! We have about 20 recessed lights throughout our home. I'm excited to switch the old one's out and make our home more energy efficient!
ReplyDeleteI really liked the article about working the current trends into your home. Very clear and helpful, and beautiful! msmaf at ymail dot com
ReplyDeleteI love the feature on working 2013 trends into your house, especially about lacquer - I'm crushing on it these days.
ReplyDeleteI liked the "customizing budget friendly furniture". I have so many peices that need to be updated.
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I loved your article about uses for Mason jars. I have lots of jars and have made a number of liquid soap pumps for our bathrooms. It was fun to see other ideas for Mason jars and I plan to make some pincushion's for gifts.
ReplyDeleteHow to Add Pops of Color to Your Rental
ReplyDeleteLove the idea gallery. I'm not good with original ideas and but can do a mean COPY! :)
ReplyDeleteMason Jar Ideas + Dark Chocolate Raspberry Trifle Recipe
ReplyDeleteRental space! I have an apartment that is still very blank... and have been living there for about 6 months now. Im always having trouble finding things to make it look cozy and more me, I havent even found the right curtains yet! I will definitely be looking more into these tips.
ReplyDeleteThanks a bunch.
The Best Rental Décor Ideas I found it interesting
ReplyDeleteMason Jar Ideas + Dark Chocolate Raspberry Trifle Recipe :-)
ReplyDeleteI love the ideas for rentals since I don't own a home right now.
ReplyDeleteI am LOVING these huge Polka Dots that are on "trending now" The throw pillows and the adorable wallpaper! It would be a fun way to work "minnie mouse" into my Toddler's decor without having to actually work minnie mouse into my toddlers decor ;-)
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed the article on Holiday Mantle Decorating. We will be moving into our new home right before the holidays, and I will have a mantle to decorate for the first time!!
ReplyDeleteI found how to decorate a rental and add pops of color most helpful!
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed your recent post about the coppery/gold ikea hack!
ReplyDeleteI loved the post on working 2013 trends into your home. I'm always changing things up around here!
ReplyDeleteLove this post AND the linkup to homes.com-- I found the renters tips most helpful in the decorating section because that was most applicable to me! Can't wait until I have a home of my own without having to worry about renters! But until then, splashes of color, or even the smallest of colored details will do :)
ReplyDeleteWe just moved into a new house and I'm struggling with making my old stuff work in the new place. Of course I'd love to just go out and buy new, but that isn't really in the budget. I loved reading the article about "budget friendly tips to furnishing your new home". Such great ideas! Can't wait to incorporate a few of them in our new place!!
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ReplyDeleteI liked the article about Working 2013′s Decorating Trends Into Your Home
ReplyDeleteNot that I'm moving, but I checked out the post about unexpected places you should clean before showing your home. Doors interior and exterior are a must. I need to work on the door from my garage into my home, it's the worst.
ReplyDeleteLove the curb appeal blogs. It's perfect weather to get outside and make some changes before the winter!
ReplyDeleteWe've completed most of the basic repairs to our home so I'm really interested in the decorating section. I'm ready to add my personality to my home.
ReplyDeleteI love the DIY section - especially: 10 Ways to Avoid Home Remodeling Mistakes.
ReplyDeleteI love the DIY section: 10 Ways to Avoid Home Remodeling Mistakes. Great article!
ReplyDeleteI love that bright colors are not going anywhere, and their decor page shows just that!
ReplyDeleteI loved the Decorating page full of colorful ideas!
ReplyDeletePolka dots!
ReplyDeletePolka Dots!
ReplyDeleteI like the organization and decorating sections!
ReplyDeleteI love the homework station inspiration!
ReplyDeleteI like the mason jar ideas
ReplyDeletei like the mason jar ideas
ReplyDeleteI like mason jar ideas.
ReplyDeleteI loved your article about customizing. We dont have the budget for super unique pieces of furniture, and i love the ideas that you have about sprucing up the run of the mill stuff we own!
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ReplyDeleteThe tips for creating a welcoming front entryway is right up my alley for fall. I feel more inclined to decorate outside for fall than summer just because of the heat. I like the idea of putting out a nice rug!
Bren
The tips for creating a welcoming front entryway is right up my alley for fall. I feel more inclined to decorate outside for fall than summer just because of the heat. I like the idea of putting out a nice rug!
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I love the decorating tab as well as the 'curb appeal'. We need to spruce up our front porch and entryway, so I've been looking for ideas. Thanks for the link!
ReplyDeleteI need to get some pictures on the wall. Anything with color in it.
ReplyDeletehsving trouble entering myself on the raffle widget...
ReplyDeleteI really liked the Bicycle Wheel Clock - so cool!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the great giveaway!
GREAT IDEAS :)
ReplyDeleteWith the Holidays in the not too distant future I checked out ideas for decorating--since being married many years I need some help to come up with something new...
ReplyDeleteI totally agree with what you said about summer. We are just beginning to feel fall here and I am LOVING it! Happy Fall!
ReplyDeleteI'm totally in a "decorate for fall" mood and that includes any DIY projects that give a sort of rustic feel. Love the articles that help my un-creative brain with budget friendly ideas!
ReplyDeleteIEnjoyed The Pops Of Color Ideas. I Definitely Could Get More Adventurous With Color In My Home.
ReplyDeleteI love anything that reuses things lying around the house - or yard like the pallets. I saw the LOVE reclaimed wood/ pallet sign and would LOVe to do something like it for Fall.
ReplyDeletePolka dots!!
ReplyDeletePolka dots!
ReplyDeleteI love a lot of the ideas for Halloween mantels!
ReplyDeleteI saw an awesome gigantic mason jar at Target that I would love to get for fall decorating!
ReplyDeleteI really needed to see the entire curb appeal section. I've been stuck in a design funk with all things front yard...I feel sorry for my neighbors.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the opportunity!
Loved the curb appeal section, I need lots of ideas for my home!!
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Love the ideas on how to decorate a rental. As a renter for the last...8 years (ugh!) I am always looking for fresh ideas to take attention away from the builder's grade tan EVERYTHING and concentrate on my nice furniture, cool pieces of art and nice little touches around my home.
ReplyDeleteLoved the curb appeal section. Need lots of ideas for my home!
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I really needed to see the article about implementing design trends from 2013. Yes it's almost over but I think these general concepts apply for future trends.
ReplyDeleteLOVED the holiday decorating section - I always love ideas on decorating for the holidays!
ReplyDeleteI loved the closet organization tips - with 3 boys and all of their associated clothes, books & toys, organized closets are a MUST in our 1500 sqft space!
ReplyDeleteCurb appeal. Oh my goodness, we need help.
ReplyDeleteI love your post about incorporating gold because I'm really into gold accents right now!
ReplyDeleteAt this moment all of it. anything I didn't have to make is sounding great!!!
ReplyDeleteThere's so much I want to do and love, but of course decorating for fall and then Christmas is at the top of the list.
ReplyDeleteI loved the 'Using Simple Landscaping, Plants and Flowers to Customize your Homes Exterior' article, we've been trying to nail down some exterior updates and this is a great guide!!
ReplyDeleteI love the idea of using a mason jar to hold pins & as a pin cushion
ReplyDeleteI never get tired about what to do with mason jars. Thank you for the chance.
ReplyDeleteSince we rent, I appreciate the decorating a rental and adding pops of color in a rental articles.
ReplyDeleteI love love the accent wall from Aug 9. I am totally going to do this in my house!
ReplyDeleteCurb appeal articles were helpful!
ReplyDeleteCurb appeal article was helpful!
ReplyDeleteThe working 2013's Decorating Trends into Your Home was very helpful!
ReplyDeleteLove the Family picture. I'm thinking I'll work on my fall decor this weekend. I liked the article about furniture that does double duty. It is great for saving space and functionality.
ReplyDeleteLove the Family picture. I'm thinking I'll work on my fall decor this weekend. I liked the article about furniture that does double duty. It is great for saving space and functionality.
ReplyDeleteI like the article about furniture doing double duty. It is a great space saver.
ReplyDeleteI have LOTS of mason jars and love the ideas for how to use them! Will be painting several metallic!
ReplyDeletegold accents are amazing for summer and fall, don't ya think?
ReplyDeleteI love touch of gold and maroon in the fall. so awesome!
ReplyDeleteI really love the use of the gold spray paint. I have started using it around our house too!
ReplyDeleteI love the pops of color article. Quick fixes that make a huge difference.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading about changing out your light switches for more energy efficient ones and I also liked your article and incorporating 2013 design trends into your home. Fun reads!
ReplyDeleteI love their post about working 2013 decorating trends into your home. so many things I want to add to my space!
ReplyDeleteI pinned a great recipe for Game Day Beef Sandwiches!
ReplyDeleteI love the mason jars ideas
ReplyDeleteLove the closet organization tips and tricks...as our family grows our house seems to be getting smaller. I'm trying to create the illusion of more space by keeping everything organized!
ReplyDeleteI also really loved the how to spruce up your rental. That is what I am currently struggling with. And also, holiday mantle decorating. That is good stuff.
ReplyDeleteI have been struggling with different ways to decorate our dark rental apartment. So I really loved the article on rental decor. Also, I've been playing around with our Fall "mantle" (it's actually just my cedar chest, but it works) and so I liked the Holiday mantle decorating.
ReplyDeleteI love the style mixing trend! Pops of traditional, country, modern all mixed!
ReplyDeleteI love the mason jar ideas!
ReplyDeleteMy wife and I just bought our first home and the yard is in rough shape. We have ripped out the fitzer bushes in the front and we have attempted to get rid of the weeds and dry grass. The article on your parents's yard, "Using Simple Landscaping, Plants and Flowers to Customize your Homes Exterior", gives us hope that our yard will look as good as theirs with hard work and lots of water. We are excited to use the BHG Plan-a-Garden program to design our yard! Thanks for the article.
ReplyDeleteFirst- I loooved your ikea hack! It looks amazing! After perusing the site, I found myself coming back to the rental decor ideas. Just moved into a new apartment and am surrounded by beige walls and carpeting so I'm thankful for any tips on adding style and color!
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading about how to use current trends into your home. Great ideas!
ReplyDeleteI'm in the process of planning a redecorating of my boys' bedroom, so I was interested in the post about convertible kids rooms.
ReplyDeleteI love the budget-friendly home improvement projects!
ReplyDeleteI loved the article on the budget friendly furniture. As a newly married college student that's right down my alley.
ReplyDeleteI love the stenciled wall and secretary desk!
ReplyDeleteI loved the article about the budget friendly furniture! As a newly married college student that's right up my alley!
ReplyDeleteI love the Holiday section, I am a sucker for celebrating holidays. Any reason to have a party.
ReplyDeleteI like the ideas on -While having only one specific style (french country, modern, traditional, eclectic, etc…) may seem like the best way to approach decorating a new space, sometimes in the end, it can actually tend to lean a bit on the extreme side of things; which also makes it harder to change things up later, most of us seem to really be looking for a good mix of all different kinds of designs that we can try out.
ReplyDeleteI liked the holiday section and the DIY. Always up for a good DIY!
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed the section about holiday decorating and DIY! Always up for a good DIY project!
ReplyDeleteI love anything with mason jars!
ReplyDeleteLove all of the mason jar ideas - who doesn't love a mason jar? (Especially a blue one!
ReplyDeleteI liked the article on rental decor ideas as it is useful to me as a renter.
ReplyDeleteI liked the article on rental decor ideas as it is useful for me as a renter.
ReplyDeleteI am obsessed mason jars so those ideas were my favorite!!
ReplyDeleteLoved the harvest party theme idea.
ReplyDeleteI liked the pallet DIY crafts. I know they are all over the place now, but some of them are so ingenious!
ReplyDeleteI love ikea hacks! Love that desk :)
ReplyDeleteI really like the guides and checklists....."Is Your Home Prepared for Fall". There are a couple things the hubby and I need to do. Plus, I have no idea where my fire extinguisher is...good reminder that I need a new one obviously.
ReplyDeleteLoved the article about mixing styles in 2013! Whew...I'm finally doing it right!
ReplyDeleteLoved the article about mixing styles in 2013. Whew...I'm finally doing it right!
ReplyDeletePallet DIY ideas. FUN!
ReplyDeleteI was really impressed by the amount of helpful information! The layout is user friendly and I gathered some great ideas for decorating my thanksgiving table. I also got the recipe for a roasted vegetable tart. :)
ReplyDeleteI liked he one you did on DIY budget friendly furniture
ReplyDeleteLoved the mason jar ideas!!! And love me some target!!!
ReplyDeleteIt's fun to read about celebrities and how they live-love seeing pics of their homes!
ReplyDeleteI think it's cool to see how celebrities live-and the pics of their homes are great!
ReplyDeleteLove landscaping tips - the easier and cheaper the better! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI had a peak at the Interactive Walls for Kid Spaces and found the super-awesome color it in wallpaper....who knew?! what a great idea!
ReplyDeletePops of color for a rental! I'm a renter and our bedroom totally lacks in color. Now I'm motivated to get a colorful rug!
DeleteI really love all the patterns and the pops of color!
ReplyDeleteThe curb appeal articles are right up my alley right now. Saving up for some big landscaping projects next year and agonizing over what color to paint our front door to give it some personality without color-punching guests in the face. :)
ReplyDeleteI need more pattern in my life and my house
ReplyDeleteLoved your post about customizing budget friendly furniture... I especially loved the additional links you provided for other Ikea hacks. So fun!
ReplyDeleteI loved the painted pumpkins. i will definitely be painting my own version. Thanks for the ideas.
ReplyDeleteLoved the article about customizing affordable furniture! With 2 in college, what a great way to help make their apartment a little more sophisticated on a shoestring budget!
ReplyDeleteI am hopefully moving to a new city soon, so I found myself reading a bunch of articles about staging a home for sale and how to add color to a rental. Now let's just hope I can survive a move!
ReplyDeleteI liked the DIY furniture that you did.
ReplyDeleteI'm hopefully moving to a new city soon, so I enjoyed reading a bunch of articles about staging your home and adding color to a rental. Now let's just hope I survive the move! - Reese
ReplyDeleteI love the DIY kids chalkboard wall
ReplyDeleteI'm loving all things holiday decor right now! Bring on the cold weather and seasonal decor!
ReplyDeleteOrganization all the way - keeps me sane!
ReplyDeleteI love the Mason Jar Ideas + Dark Chocolate Raspberry Trifle Recipe
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Organization -- keeps me sane!
ReplyDeleteLove the Mason Jar ideas
ReplyDeleteLove the pops of color and mason jar ideas!
ReplyDeleteI liked the brown paper flowers and the painted pumpkins from "Budget Friendly Simple DIY Fall Decorating Ideas"
ReplyDeleteI like the brown paper flowers and the painted pumpkins from "Budget Friendly Simple DIY Fall Decorating Ideas".
ReplyDeleteI liked the DIY Outdoor Lighting Ideas!
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed looking through the ideas on study spaces. We don't have room for a dedicated space, but we can do some work to make our kitchen more study friendly.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading the ideas about study spaces. We can do some things in our study area to make it a lot more study-friendly.
ReplyDeleteI loved the moving tips. I'm not planning on moving soon, but definitely stashed away some good ideas for the future.
ReplyDeleteReally appreciate ideas specific to renters! http://blog.homes.com/2013/08/how-to-add-pops-of-color-to-your-rental/
ReplyDeleteI loved the moving tips. I'm not planning on moving right now, but stashed away some ideas for the future.
ReplyDeleteI loved the rental articles-adding color and decorating. Plus the budget friendly furniture hacks are great:)
ReplyDeleteCurb appeal!! I really need to get me some and so I love trying to soak it up and figure it out. Actually, I'm not sure if it's love or kindof stressful?
ReplyDeleteI loved all the how-to's especially the how to switch to energy efficient lights because it's something I have been needing to do! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI liked the Finding your own decorating style blog post... :)
ReplyDeleteMan, just seeing all of the beautiful Christmas mantles and trees makes me wish December would be here already....and it's only September!
ReplyDeleteI like the article about furniture doing double duty.
ReplyDeleteI love all the ideas!
ReplyDeleteThe articles on making your home look its best in this challenging market were especially helpful as I hope to sell soon.
ReplyDeleteWe are looking at houses right now, so I read the article about "better check the basement". thanks for the giveaway!!
ReplyDeleteI want some kitchen art signs, especially I'm so fondue of you. I would love to paint my pantry door with a bright pop of color, IF....I can convince him how great it will look.
ReplyDeleteI love all of the great rental posts. As a renter that is not allowed to paint, it can be hard to make it look cute and show my personality.
ReplyDeleteI loved the video on how to add color to a rental. It gave me some ideas I had not thought of, like adding color to your furniture instead of the walls.
ReplyDeleteI was deeply impressed with the Mason jar wall planter jars hung on the kitchen wall! I always was looking for one and voila! Here it was - a bright idea!
ReplyDeleteI loved the "how to add pops of color to a rental! I rent and our master bedroom is so boring. I thing a colorful rug and frames for the wall will do the trick!
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed the tips for creating organized homework stations since I now officially have two kids in school - K & 1st grade - and they both have homework ALREADY every night. I need a place where they can stay focused and not get goofy and work each other up (hence, they end up rolling around on the floor laughing instead of completing their assignment =)
ReplyDeleteLoved the idea of wire divider racks in the closets.
ReplyDeleteI love the outdoor lighting ideas
ReplyDeleteI liked the Perfect Holiday Tablescapes article, especially the glass cylinders with cranberries and tealights for an inexpensive but festive centerpiece!
ReplyDeleteI liked the Perfect Holiday Tablescapes article - especially the glass cylinders with cranberries and tealights for an inexpensive, festive centerpiece!
ReplyDeleteOK I can't follow directions! I have organization issues so I went straight to that. In the decorating areas, I like the trend of mixing styles.
ReplyDeleteI love the curb appeal ideas. My husband and I are looking at purchasing our new home, and some of our prospective homes need a little curb appeal. This section of the blog gives me such great inspirtation!
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