{"id":29841,"date":"2017-10-04T13:05:58","date_gmt":"2017-10-04T18:05:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/?p=2062"},"modified":"2026-04-28T07:53:02","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T14:53:02","slug":"fall-decor-year-round","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/fall-decor-year-round\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make Your Fall Decor Work Year-Round"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s so easy to love fall. Crunchy leaves, a break from the heat, and not one, but two holidays where eating is the main activity. But those aren\u2019t the only positives: fall aesthetics make for great home decor. You can even make some of the decor pieces work year-round – but much like picking out a pumpkin, you have to find just the right ones to keep. <\/span><\/p>\n

Here are our tips for keeping your favorite fall staples around all year long:<\/span><\/p>\n

Keep It Warm With Cozy (and Versatile) Blankets<\/b><\/h2>\n

Come spring, you may be tempted to put your blankets away, but when not in use, they can make perfect accent pieces for your living and sleeping spaces. Fold them over the back of the couch for a color contrast, or hang them over a chair in your bedroom to make the space cozier. <\/span><\/p>\n

But because blankets are so heavily associated with the cold, color makes a big difference. Oranges and browns look out of place come summertime, so stick to lighter, more versatile colors. T<\/span>his knitted throw blanket<\/span><\/a> is certainly cozy, but its light, fresh-linen color will make it look just as in place in summer as it does in winter:<\/span><\/p>\n

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Two more things to avoid: faux fur (yes, that means bearskin rugs) and flannel. Both make great blankets, but absolutely look like they belong in a cabin in the mountains, and are a little too warm to use come summertime. Instead, stick to knitted or embroidered blankets like <\/span>this one<\/span><\/a> from Etsy, which tend to be much more breathable, and work well as a unique couch accent year-round.<\/span><\/p>\n

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A Little Wood Goes a Long Way<\/h2>\n

First rule of using wood for year-round decor: no evergreen trees unless you want to be celebrating Christmas in April. A touch of wood can be a nice addition to your home. You can go the classic route and have a wood end table, coffee table, or dining set, or you can go for something more modern in the form of a wood accent wall.<\/span><\/p>\n

This is a great <\/span>DIY project<\/span><\/a> that you can easily customize to your tastes, but you should probably avoid white shiplap (that gorgeous beach vibe will be out-of-place come November). Reclaimed barn or boat wood pieces will work fine. It\u2019s key to keep the wood from being all the same color, so a few lightly painted planks, or just planks of varying tone, will add diversity and keep the room light.<\/span><\/p>\n

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(And while you’ve got the supplies out, why not make a few fast and easy DIY improvements<\/a> to your home.)<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re not up to a huge DIY project, there are other simple ways to add wood to your home. This <\/span>wood tray<\/span><\/a> from Target is a great place to put your car keys and the mail, and this <\/span>wood plank plaque<\/span><\/a> from Big Lots is a bright, yet cozy, addition to any wall.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Candles Set the Scent (and the Scent Shouldn’t Be Pumpkin)<\/h2>\n

You don\u2019t have to be a lover of luxurious baths to appreciate how a scented candle can change the vibe of your entire home. While it\u2019s tempting to buy seasonal candles to set the mood in your home, you\u2019ll save yourself money and storage by buying a few non-seasonal picks (no one uses the whole candle by the time the season ends, anyway). An easy way to make sure you don\u2019t buy anything that\u2019ll smell out of place come January: avoid any candles that feature the words \u201cpumpkin,\u201d \u201cmaple,\u201d \u201cfestive,\u201d or \u201cautumn.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Classic floral scents like <\/span>French Countryside<\/span><\/a> are perfect for those who wish they could have fresh-cut flowers, whereas <\/span>Cafe Al Fresco<\/span><\/a> and <\/span>Bakery Air<\/span><\/a> are nice if you don\u2019t mind constantly craving cakes and coffee. And trust us, they\u2019ll smell just as nice when you\u2019re putting up your Christmas tree.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Plaid is Perfect (In Moderation)<\/h2>\n

No, you don\u2019t have to limit your plaid to fall scarves and picnic blankets. While certain plaids are more tied to the season, there are still plenty of atypical plaids that work throughout the home all year long. <\/span><\/p>\n

So how do you make it work even in the warm weather? Most importantly, avoid bright red. Bright or dark colors, like cobalt or navy, keep it modern and cut ties with the cold. These <\/span>navy blue plaid pillows <\/span><\/a>from Etsy are a great example.<\/span><\/p>\n

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It\u2019s also a good idea to keep the plaid in moderation. A touch adds a cozy touch to an otherwise modern room, whereas plaid couches, ottomans, and blankets will leave your home looking like the inside of a Burberry store. Small pieces like these <\/span>cute ottomans<\/span><\/a> make your house look timely in fall, but stylish year-round (and if you need help rearranging the furniture to make them work or bringing them home from the store, you can book a Dolly<\/a> to take care of that).<\/span><\/p>\n

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Make Mason Jars Your Indoor Garden<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re a fan of this Pinterest favorite, you can breathe a sigh of relief: you can decorate with your beloved mason jars no matter the time of year. But here\u2019s the catch: don\u2019t paint them! Orange dates them to fall, white dates them to summer, pastels to spring, red to Christmas, etc\u2026 A better way to get more use out of them? Keep one on your table and simply change out what\u2019s inside. In the fall, fill it with acorns and put a tea light candle on top (check out this <\/span>DIY<\/span><\/a> for inspiration). When summer returns, opt for water and fresh flowers. It\u2019s still a seasonal decoration, but it\u2019s easy to work with year-round. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Avoid Anything Too Obviously Seasonal<\/h2>\n

Another easy way to make fall decor work year-round? Avoid the overtly seasonal stuff. That means keeping yourself from buying anything that features:<\/p>\n