Updated 14 September 2025

Welcoming Autumn In to Your Home

There’s something about September through to November that feels especially comforting. The days grow shorter, the light softens, and the countryside seems to wrap itself in golden tones of russet, ochre and amber. It’s one of nature’s best shows - and the perfect time to let those seasonal riches inspire how we make our homes feel.

Here are five simple and welcoming ways to bring the spirit of autumn indoors.

1. A Warm Welcome with a Wreath

While not technically inside, your front door sets the tone for the season ahead. An autumn wreath brimming with berries, seed heads and warm foliage makes you smile every time you return home - and it’s the loveliest way to greet guests. You can tuck in a few pumpkin picks for a nod to Halloween, then swap for something more wintry when December arrives. (Take a look at this autumn wreath for inspiration.)

2. Pumpkins, But Not Just for Halloween

Pumpkins are one of autumn’s simplest joys, and these days you’ll find them in all shapes and shades. Beyond carving, try gathering a few small gourds together on a windowsill, nestling them in a bowl on the table, or arranging them beside candles for an instant seasonal centrepiece. (You’ll also find a few pumpkin decorations in our Autumn Edit to enjoy year after year.)

3. Candlelight Evenings

Autumn evenings were made for candlelight. There’s something about the flicker of a flame that slows the pace of the day and invites you to rest. Scatter a few autumn hued candles across the mantlepiece, place ivory church candles in saucers surrounded with foraged pinecones or acorns, or light one a tea light in one of our candle holders for a soft glow that feels both seasonal and soothing.

4. Foliage Over Flowers

Fresh flowers are always a joy, but autumn offers us something different - striking shapes, textures and tones that last and last. Think seed heads, dried hydrangeas, grasses and ferns in rich browns and deep greens. Even a few stems in a tall vase can make a beautiful statement. They pair wonderfully with one of our stoneware jugs or rustic vases for that countryside look.

5. The Magic of Fairy Lights

If you ask me, fairy lights aren’t just for Christmas - they deserve a place in our homes all year round. Their gentle twinkle adds instant warmth, whether strung along a beam, tumbled into a glass bowl, or threaded through greenery on the mantlepiece. I have sets wound through my ceiling beams, but they’re just as lovely draped over a shelf or tucked into a cosy corner. You’ll find battery powered lights perfect for brightening up those spots without a socket nearby.

Bringing It All Together

With a few thoughtful touches - a wreath, a handful of pumpkins, the glow of candles, seasonal foliage and a scattering of fairy lights - your home becomes a reflection of the season outdoors. Don’t be afraid to play with textures and shapes; if it works in nature, it’ll work beautifully at home.

If you’d like to add a few finishing touches this season, our Autumn Edit collection is full of cosy, country-inspired pieces to make your space feel even more inviting.