A 5-Minute Fall Arrangement....

If one could record me right now, it would reflect that I am in all my Glory - as the Fall Season quickly approaches.

I am indeed, at my happiest, during this time of year.

It's also when my home comes alive.  The Grits House decor reflects the colors of Fall -  so needless to say it's easy to get into the spirit and embrace this Autumnal bliss.

True to my blog's name...I like for my decorations to reflect my Southern roots -  the "Grits," yet also reveal a touch of the unexpected...the "Glamour."  

I started with my usual box-o-florals...

Yes, it's a lot of "stuff."  I never really know what I will need.  

This is the container I used.  I have a pair of these and I love them. 

 So majestic with the lion's face.

I topped it with one of my large grapevine balls.  These grapevine orbs have provided me with so many uses. 

I added Fall colored hydrangeas to the base of the orb. I just simply tucked them right in.  As easy as can be.

I used a 40% coupon to buy this bag of pumpkins.  So cute. I love the touch of rustic they will provide.

Then, I tucked in mini pears, the new, mini pumpkins - and to add a little glitz...I tucked in some sprigs of beaded stems.

In about 5 minutes time, I created this very simple Fall arrangement.  I set it atop a vintage french Chocolate tin.

This is one of the Belgium marble-topped cabinets in our Family Room.  I call this my Gallery Wall.  It features my set of painted plates featuring the Royal Kitty Family.

I love how the colors of the arrangement blend with its surroundings.

A vintage pipe sits atop a Russian Liquor Box. 

Fall is almost here.  The Grits House is a happy place.

I am also very excited to announce a New Blog Party.  Once a month, I will host "Keep It Simple."

I invite you to share a project, a recipe, an idea - that is super simple and easy....just like the one above.

Sometimes, I think it's the simple things in life that make you smile the most.  I look forward to hosting the first event, and seeing what wonderful projects you have to share.


Mark your calendars!!


Thursday, September 22nd.


The post will be up by 9pm on Wednesday.


I can't wait to see all of your "Keep It Simple" Projects.

Have a wonderful week everyone - Barb


I am joining in on the following Blog Parties. Thanks to all these hardworking ladies for hosting these fantastic events:

Stephanie at Under the Table and Dreaming for 

Sunday Showcase Party


Carrie at Dittle Dattle for
Amaze Me Monday

Susan at Between Naps on the Porch for

Metamorphosis Monday

Mary at Boogieboard Cottage for
Masterpiece Monday


Linda at Coastal Charm for
Nifty Thrifty Tuesday


Kim at Savvy Southern Style for 
Wow Us Wednesday


Gina at The Shabby Creek Cottage for
Transformation Thursdays


Sherry at The Charm of Home for 
Home Sweet Home Friday


I am hooking this project to:

Whisperwood Cottage's Autumn Decor Contest.

Click over to take a look at all of the great entrances.