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I just finished decorating for Fall!

Susan Louise — Sun, 03 Aug 2014 06:29:02 GMT

Yippie...WooHoo...YaHoo!!!

Some folks might think I'm kooky, but that's ok. I'm thrilled for so many reasons. By doing so, I will be able to enjoy the birds migrating...including the hummingbirds, enjoy the new decor (had our Spring/Summer stuff up since the end of February), and watch all the Fall decor shows without spending anymore $$$!

I went to the H-L- decor store and got supplies so I could make a couple of arrangements with sunflowers, found some crows I've been wanting, and a couple of short garlands. I spent the entire night completing everything! I'm too tired to take pics now, but I'll post them tomorrow

Re: I just finished decorating for Fall!

toodles11 — Sun, 03 Aug 2014 06:31:49 GMT

Obviously you have time to come over to my place and work a little of your majic.

Re: I just finished decorating for Fall!

Susan Louise — Sun, 03 Aug 2014 06:37:46 GMT

On 8/2/2014 toodles11 said:
Obviously you have time to come over to my place and work a little of your majic.

Hmmmm...

I might need to get a sign up sheet or have folks take a deli #..........

Re: I just finished decorating for Fall!

ennui_too — Sun, 03 Aug 2014 06:39:59 GMT

On 8/2/2014 Susan Louise said:
Some folks might think I'm kooky, but that's ok.

You couldn't wait for Labor Day?

Re: I just finished decorating for Fall!

Susan Louise — Sun, 03 Aug 2014 06:52:18 GMT

On 8/2/2014 ennui_too said:
On 8/2/2014 Susan Louise said:
Some folks might think I'm kooky, but that's ok.

You couldn't wait for Labor Day?

To me, Fall starts in August...the birds start the Fall migration, the sunflowers are blooming, and all the reasons I put in my OP.

I add Halloween decor pieces the beginning of October and change them out with Thanksgiving pieces the beginning of November.

I'e mentioned this in another thread a month or so ago...

Folks decorate for each season/holiday on their own schedule and to their own liking. Those that decorate for Christmas do so at 4 main times...The day after Thanksgiving, the beginning of Dec, the middle of Dec, and Christmas Eve.

They also take down their decorations at a variety of times...the day after Christmas, New Year's Day, the day after, Jan 6th, the end of January, etc.

I put up our Christmas/holiday the day after Thanksgiving and take everything down the day after New Year's Day

Re: I just finished decorating for Fall!

CaliKat — Sun, 03 Aug 2014 06:59:53 GMT

Good for you, Susan Louise!

I think you're smart to get a head start on it, so you can enjoy it to it's fullest.

What's the H-L- decor store?

P.S. I'm looking forward to seeing your pictures!

Re: I just finished decorating for Fall!

Susan Louise — Sun, 03 Aug 2014 07:07:13 GMT

On 8/2/2014 CaliKat said:
Good for you, Susan Louise!

I think you're smart to get a head start on it, so you can enjoy it to it's fullest.

What's the H-L- decor store?

P.S. I'm looking forward to seeing your pictures!

Hi CaliKat! That stands for Hobby Lobby (I just try and avoid having posts 'poofed' by mentioning other retailers

Bless your heart for wanting to see pics! I'll post them probably early evening at the latest...

Re: I just finished decorating for Fall!

Julie928 — Sun, 03 Aug 2014 07:18:43 GMT

Everything sounds beautiful, Susan Louise! Please don't feel the need to explain yourself to anyone. There's something about this time of year that always makes me want to switch out my home décor as well. Guess ennui can cross Illinois off of his/her list of places to live, too!

I look forward to seeing your photos. Have a nice evening.

Re: I just finished decorating for Fall!

Susan Louise — Sun, 03 Aug 2014 07:35:46 GMT

On 8/3/2014 Julie928 said:
Everything sounds beautiful, Susan Louise! Please don't feel the need to explain yourself to anyone. There's something about this time of year that always makes me want to switch out my home décor as well. Guess ennui can cross Illinois off of his/her list of places to live, too!

I look forward to seeing your photos. Have a nice evening.

*Hugs* Thanks for understanding. You have a nice evening too

Re: I just finished decorating for Fall!

shoredog — Sun, 03 Aug 2014 09:28:37 GMT

On 8/2/2014 Susan Louise said:
Yippie...WooHoo...YaHoo!!!

Some folks might think I'm kooky, but that's ok. I'm thrilled for so many reasons. By doing so, I will be able to enjoy the birds migrating...including the hummingbirds, enjoy the new decor (had our Spring/Summer stuff up since the end of February), and watch all the Fall decor shows without spending anymore $$$!

I went to the H-L- decor store and got supplies so I could make a couple of arrangements with sunflowers, found some crows I've been wanting, and a couple of short garlands. I spent the entire night completing everything! I'm too tired to take pics now, but I'll post them tomorrow

All one has to do is look up the definition of the word "ennui" - Will explain so much.

Enough said!

Re: I just finished decorating for Fall!

EnglishRose88 — Sun, 03 Aug 2014 09:47:59 GMT

I was just looking at my dining room table yesterday and thinking.....Gosh, I'm sick of looking at this spring/summer stuff! I'm thinking it's time for a change. I've been looking at this since March.

Re: I just finished decorating for Fall!

doolie — Sun, 03 Aug 2014 10:47:44 GMT

Susan Louise may I join your "kooky" club.

My Fall decorating date is next weekend. I've done this the last few years. I too have had Spring/Summer up since mid February and I'm tired of it. Anywho, my fave is Autumn colors and I adore it...It's inside not out so no one sees it but me and who visits. Then the week before Thanksgiving it's all gone and Christmas is out till after Jan 6th.

Can't wait to see your photo's.

Re: I just finished decorating for Fall!

ID2 — Sun, 03 Aug 2014 11:26:09 GMT

Fall does NOT begin in August! In no way, shape or form! That would be the day I'd start decorating my house for Fall in the middle of the Summer! I cherish and love every single day of our precious Summers! There's no way I'm going to rush the seasons.

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holiday62 — Sun, 03 Aug 2014 12:22:10 GMT

I cant wait to see your pic's! I love decorating for Fall. And i dont think its too early for you, cause you are decorating for you/your family! I start right when my kids go back to school, cause i can get a good cleaning in and then start!!(like the first week of Sept) Cant wait!

I think alot of people started their spring stuff early, cause of the horrible winter we had last year. And i think alot of people dont want to fall/winter to start again. But to me, this is my favorite part of the year. Fall! Cause of all the holidays coming up, crisp weather, the beautiful leaves, the humidity is gone!

I dont enjoy the summer like i used to. Just too humid when it does get warm. Tho, i have to say this summer hasnt been too bad. Just wish when it was warm, it wasnt humid. I cant remember so many humid days when i was younger. Unless i just didnt notice it back then! (that's possible, i guess!)

Enjoy your decorating! And dont forgot to post your pics!!

ps..i noticed at our Dollar General in town, they started to put out a few Christmas decorations! But once school starts, that is generally when all the stores start putting out Halloween decorations and Christmas isnt too far behind that.

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Perkup — Sun, 03 Aug 2014 12:22:42 GMT

Somehow it seems to me fall decorating should begin about the time school starts - for us, the first day of our school year is August 7th, so it's time to get everything ready.

And doesn't this time of year make you want to go out and buy school supplies? No mater how old I get, I have this yen for a new notebook, packs of loose leaf paper and some fresh pens. I guess some of us never really grow up, even though we grow old.

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haddon9 — Sun, 03 Aug 2014 13:16:09 GMT

Everyone does what makes them happy. For me I can't even begin to think of decorating for fall until the end of September. I'm still in a summer frame of mind and like taking a weekly drive to the beach.

I really don't put a lot out now anyway but did more when the kids were little. I don't add Halloween stuff until Oct. 1 and on Nov1. I'll add Thanksgiving decor.

Around here they don't really begin advertising school supplies yet since school doesn't begin until after Labor day.

Eta....This has been one of the nicest summers that I can remember in the northeast! Yes it's been humid though not everyday! It's been mostly in the 70s & 80s...not many 90 degree days and we haven't reached 100 at all!

Re: I just finished decorating for Fall!

Mominohio — Sun, 03 Aug 2014 13:17:12 GMT

Can't wait to see your pictures! Can't believe the nerve of some people to complain about when YOU decorate YOUR home, with things that YOU purchased with YOUR own money, and did it on YOUR own schedule!

The older I get, the more I realize just how short life can really be (local teen passed last night after a terrible car accident, always puts things into perspective) and if we enjoy something, and it isn't illegal or immoral or harmful to anyone's health, why shouldn't we do it. If a mercury glass Christmas tree sitting on the end table makes you smile in August (don't know who would do that?????) then do it. If decorating for fall in August is your thing, go for it. If you feel most comfortable only having Christmas decor up for two weeks, then do it! There are no wrong answers, only people who like to knit pick.

There is nothing wrong with us sharing what our decor style preferences are, when we like to change out for the seasons/holidays, what we like and don't like, but it is just childish when someone offers up a nice friendly post, to act like they have lost their mind because we disagree with their choices. A simple statement that it is too soon and too hot (in the opinion of someone responding to a post) to be thinking about a particular decor changes is enough.

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emmysmom — Sun, 03 Aug 2014 13:26:16 GMT

I want to put up my pumpkin wreath, think I will next week, lol! I LOVE fall decor! Want to plant some pansies and fall flowers, and say good bye to my impatients. I did see a tiny hummingbird enjoying them this morning, what a treat!

I have an old watering can filled with silk sunflowers..so you aren't alone, I always get this way in August, longing for cooler temps and fall foilage! I can't wait!

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birkin baby — Sun, 03 Aug 2014 13:26:43 GMT

Stores are starting to put out Halloween. So by that measure,Susan Louise,you are behind schedule...lol. I think a person can decorate any time for any season,reason,or whim! I am getting out sunflower wreaths,etc to get them ready for hanging. I like to ease in to fall (because I hate cool temps). You decorate on,sister!!!

Re: I just finished decorating for Fall!

JYWilliams — Sun, 03 Aug 2014 13:27:10 GMT

Enjoy