Fall Decorating-Living Room/Great Room

Fall Decorating in the Great Room

Besides the kitchen, the great room is my favorite room. It only measures 17X20 but feels like a much bigger space with the cathedral wood/beamed ceiling peaking at 25′. The wall of windows we planned which includes a row of stained glass is one of the focal points in the room and the other is the majestic fireplace from floor to ceiling. The mantle is custom made by Dave in the same dental block look of our front door. Built in shelving with cupboards bookend the fireplace and provide me plenty of space to decorate. There are two open doorways into this room making it open to the entire main floor, I wanted a step into the room that would separate the space from the other rooms creating a warm cozy feeling. I love this room. One custom wall fits our uniquely shaped sofa and all the lights in this room are dimmable. With the gas fireplace, the natural light and the decor it’s no wonder I spend so much time in here. When decorating I’m thankful I have adjustable shelving in the built ins and even room a shelf during the holidays. For fall I love the orange colors that really make the room pop. The above cabinets require a large ladder for decorating but it’s worth the hassle. Again with buying items to scale, this room requires larger sitters and bolder objects to stand out. A mix of wrought iron, candles on timers, lanterns, glass and baskets all blend especially when you continue similar items throughout the house.  

One of the main focal points in the room is our fireplace. Perfect for family pictures, hanging stockings and decorating. Candles are a mainstay on the mantle.
One of the main focal points in the room is our fireplace. Perfect for family pictures, hanging stockings and decorating. Candles are a mainstay on the mantle.
On the hearth I filled a large Longaberger basket with magnolia stems in fall colors, I did have to add height and stuffed a bunch of newspaper in the bottom of the basket to stiffen up the collection as well. The two metal pumpkins add a little something to the other side.
On the hearth I filled a large Longaberger basket with magnolia stems in fall colors, I did have to add height and stuffed a bunch of newspaper in the bottom of the basket to stiffen up the collection as well. The two metal pumpkins add a little something to the other side.
Another view of the mantle.
Another view of the mantle.
Another option I used a few years ago
Another option I used a few years ago
A birds eye view of the mantle
A birds eye view of the mantle
On this side up high I used bronze lanterns with fall ribbon on their collars, the wheelbarrow with pumpkin and large scarecrow fill the middle with a blown glass vase full of floral stems that match the wreath and other side pulling everything together.
On this side up high I used bronze lanterns with fall ribbon on their collars, the wheelbarrow with pumpkin and large scarecrow fill the middle with a blown glass vase full of floral stems that match the wreath and other side pulling everything together.
Another favorite decoration of mine is pictures. This set is from many years ago and I always happy to have them on display. Add in some floral, some Longaberger and Peggy Karr.
Another favorite decoration of mine is pictures. This set is from many years ago and I always happy to have them on display. Add in some floral, some Longaberger and Peggy Karr.
This side up high, I used hay bales with lanterns and found these adorable pumpkin kids. Then the added apple basket and some floral stems that match the wreath pulls it together.
This side up high, I used hay bales with lanterns and found these adorable pumpkin kids. Then the added apple basket and some floral stems that match the wreath pulls it together.
A view of some of the windows. I used the same fabric on these two chairs as I did on the stools to the breakfast bar in the kitchen bringing the two rooms together.
A view of some of the windows. I used the same fabric on these two chairs as I did on the stools to the breakfast bar in the kitchen bringing the two rooms together.
The couch has a slight bend to it and you can see how well its used.
The couch has a slight bend to it and you can see how well its used.
I love this piece. The glass hurricane and wrought iron base just work. In fact I had to buy it again as the dog somehow broke the hurricane. I do still use the base in another area.
I love this piece. The glass hurricane and wrought iron base just work. In fact I had to buy it again as the dog somehow broke the hurricane. I do still use the base in another area.
This custom built in mimics the built ins that flank the fireplace. It has adjustable shelving as well and the cupboard is perfect for cards, dice games and more.
This custom built in mimics the built ins that flank the fireplace. It has adjustable shelving as well and the cupboard is perfect for cards, dice games and more.
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On the hearth I filled a large Longaberger basket with magnolia stems in fall colors, I did have to add height and stuffed a bunch of newspaper in the bottom of the basket to stiffen up the collection as well. The two metal pumpkins add a little something to the other side.

Jessica Waite

My name is Jessica Waite and to my best friend I am J Dub. I’m just an ordinary person who has been blessed beyond measure. I am the sum of my experiences, the good and the bad. I am a wife, a mother of four, an avid reader and lover of words. For as long as I can remember words have been my saving grace. Through a story I can dream bigger, I gain hope and knowledge. Through writing I can express myself, offer insight and possibly even give hope.

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