1. Bedazzled trench coat pockets

Do you own an old trench coat that’s the perfect weight for an average fall day, but that’s a little on the boring side? Give it some sparkle and style by adding chunky rhinestones along the edges of the front pockets! See how these gorgeous jewel tone stones were attached by A Pair & A Spare.

2. Cozy layering tunic

This little tunic style might not keep your arms very warm, but we know that when we get chilly in the fall, it’s our torso and core that need attention! Adding a stylish extra layer at least around the middle is a fool proof way to get a cute fall look and keep yourself just slightly warmer. Check out how this design was made on Always Rooney.

3. Gold-toed combat boots

Sometimes the simplest alterations are the best ones, particularly if the pieces is something you really like wearing but that could just use a tiny update. These gold painted boots are the perfect example! Making the toes just a tiny bit flashier practically transforms them into a whole new pair of boots without actually having to buy a new pair before your old ones have worn out. Get the instructions from Cut Out and Keep.

4. Leather fringe skirt

In some places, fall is actually still quite warm! The change in weather doesn’t necessarily mean you have to stop wearing shorts and skirts, but rather just that things have cooled down enough that you can wear materials that would make you sweat in the summer. Leather skirts are the perfect example! Turn an old longer styled skirt into an adorable fringed creation this fall by following the steps on A Pair & A Spare.

5. Cut-out combat boots

Do you love wearing boots in the fall even if you do live in one of the warmer places we just mentioned above? Then here’s a great way to make those fall boots a little more stylish than last year and to make them more weather appropriate at the same time! We adore this little pattern of leather cut outs from All the Good Girls Go to Heaven.

6. Minnetonka moccasins

Minnetonka Moccasins knows very well that their shoes, and shoes of similar styles, make a great canvas for a little bit of fall footwear DIY! We love the idea of using cut outs and patches in all different shapes and colours to give the pair of moccasins that you bought last year and that are still in great shape another year to shine, but in a slightly different way.

7. Tartan cape

Blanket cloaks and capes are a classic look that have always been very in, but they’re especially trendy this fall! Instead of paying designer prices in stores for what is essentially a sheet of fabric, however, we suggest making your own! PS I Made This has a great tutorial outlining how they’re made for you.

8. Graphic print sweater

Do you own a plain sweater that you enjoy the fit of, but that you’re a little bit bored with the longer you own it? Give it a little bit of personality by adding a cute, short graphic quote, just like Hitha On the Go did to this one! You’ll be ready for fall and feeling fine in something that’s a little sassier than it once was.

9. Block printed sweater

Do you love graphic pieces that have a distinctly DIY look to them? Those are some of our favourites! That’s why we were so drawn to this design from DIY or Die. It’s a great alternative to the idea above but for the same sweater or sweatshirt, just in case you wanted something a little more visual than a quote.

10. No-sew plaid poncho

Do you like the basic idea of the plaid wraps and throws, but you thin you look better in something with a little bit more form to it? Perhaps you’d love to make yourself a stylish poncho but you don’t know hot o sew? Well, never dear, because Brit + Co. has you covered with this adorable no-sew design!

11. Hard cover book clutch

There’s nothing quite like getting yourself a new clutch for fall… except for making one yourself, of course! If you ask us, the more unique the clutch, the better. Here’s an idea that’s great for your inner book worm: a hard cover book transformed into a small zipping purse! It’s a funny but stylish touch for school when exam time comes. Get the full tutorial on Brit + Co.

12. Heart patterned tights

Just because colder weather is coming doesn’t mean you can’t still wear cute dresses and skirts, as long as you layer properly to stay warm! If you have to wear tights, though, you might as well make them as cute as possible! You can make your own graphic heart tights just like the ones you’ll find in stores by following the steps on Lemon Jitters.

13. Colour block coat

Perhaps you bought your coat during a year where subtle colours and neutrals were very in and now bright, fun shades are the thing but your coat is still too nice to justify buying another? Alter it instead! I Spy DIY guides you through the process of using bright fabric and simple sewing techniques to colour block the bottom half of the coat to the hem.

14. Stud embellished skinny jeans

Maybe you’re just looking for an extra little something to give your jeans the tiniest touch of style, since all your pairs currently look the same? Then check out these adorable studded skinny jeans by I Spy DIY! We love that you can wear them casually or dress them up, depending on how many studs you add.

15. Felted elbow sweater

Crafts crossing over into other projects is one of our very favourite things about DIY! If you’re an avid felter, or even a learner, then this adorable felt elbowed sweater is definitely the fall clothing alteration for you. See how it’s done and get some tips at Honestly WTF.

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If you are going to wear an off-shoulder wedding dress, you can opt for one side parted hair to complete the look. Curl your hair first and pull it apart. The makeup can be pink or nude to pair the hair and the dress.

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Side Part for Thick Hair

You have thick and blonde hair? You will not miss this hairstyle. It is pretty and sassy to make this look for your off-shoulder wedding dress.

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Braided Side Part for Brown Hair

It is a pretty side parted hair do with face-framing strands. You’d better add a hair piece to upgrade the hair look. To meet the vibe of fall, you can make a bright color makeup to match the brown hair and stitched wedding dress.

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Half up Hair

It is easy for you to have half up hair do. You can just tuck some locks back and add a pretty hair piece.

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Romantic Half up with Golden Headband

How to get a romantic vibe for your wedding? Style a half up hair! Don’t forget to add a headband and make a fall wedding hairstyle.

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Curly Half up

If you don’t like any accessory for your wedding hair look, you can make this look simply. Make a knot and tuck it back.

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Half up Hair with Flowers

If you don’t have idea on hair pieces, you can just pick a flower from your bouquet and tuck it for your half up hairstyle.

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Braided Half up Hair

It is gorgeous for bride to have a braided half up hairstyle. The basket braid style can not only bring a pretty look, but also give an ultra-feminine vibe.

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Half up Hair with Curly Bangs

Sweep aside your half up hair to pair your wedding dress. Choose a pair of white earring to complete the look and upgrade the hairstyle.

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Waterfall Braid Hair

When talking about wedding hairstyles, how can we miss the waterfall braid hair looks? The hairstyle is one of the trendy and prevalent wedding hairdos. It is versatile for various dresses. The bride looks elegant in the hairstyle.

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Waterfall Hair with Flowers

You want a sophisticated hair look for your big day? The waterfall hair look is your best choice. To upgrade the classic waterfall hairstyle, you can just add some flowers to it.

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Mid-length Waterfall Hairstyle

The bride doesn’t have long hair? Don’t worry. Mid-length hair can be styled into a pretty waterfall hair do as well.

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Messy Bun for Brown Hair

Pull the locks up gently and make a messy bun at the neck. The bun hair do can length your neck and reveal your outstanding makeup for the whole look.

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Loose Bun

If you enjoy a casual wedding party, why not style a loose bun to pair your easy look.

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Side Braided Bun

It is graceful and elegant to make the hairstyle.

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Twisted Bun

Tuck your twist bun with a flower and have a nice day.

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Top Bun

The top bun fits various wedding dresses. It will pair the look well with some wedding hair pieces.

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Pretty Braid

How to pair your stylish wedding dress? You can opt for a blunt braid. Style it in a stylish way then. Choose some flowers which are the same color as your wedding dress to upgrade a simple braid.

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Messy Braid

Sometimes making a messy hair look can pair your dress well.

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Forest Braid

This time, you can use something green to pop up the hair look and complete the wedding dress.

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These twisted toppers look amazing with high boots because the pattern shows well across your knees and thighs when you wear them high on your legs. If you want to wear them lower, however, they’re also long enough for you to roll down!

2. Cable Waves boot snugs by On Mum’s Needles

Between the intricate cabled pattern, twisting and turning up your leg, and the option to add a cute wooden button, we’re in love with this aptly named cuff. Despite looking quite fancy, it’s a fairly easy pattern and good for learning how to cable.

3. Twivey double boot cuffs by Bimble ‘n’ Mooch

In the fall, we’re big fans of wearing layers, layers, and more layers! These boot cuffs are perfect for you if you feel the same way. They’re attached in one piece but they look like two sets of long socks overlapped. We love this colour combination!

4. Colour Block boot cuffs Alice Humbracht Design

Sometimes simple knitted stripes are a classic that’s just too good to resist. Pick colours you love, or different shades of your favourite colour, and get knitting! These ones are great for folding over the tops of your boots because the different colours will show!

5. Basic boot cuffs by Lewis Knits

Maybe you just want a simple knitted knee sock look without any complicated patterns or colours? This easy pattern is designed to look like you are, in fact, wearing very high socks but without having to put your feet in so that your boots become tighter or too hot.

6. Sunflower boot cuffs by Flor de Iris

Of course, you can switch up the colours in just about any knitting pattern you do, but we love the way this deep brown and yellow contrast together, and also how they’ll look against a pair of deep, chocolate brown boots.

7.  1- Hour boot toppers by Craftsy Pattern Collections

Do you ever have those days where you just want to power knit? It’s a satisfying feeling to start and complete a whole project in just an hour, and if you’re quite good at knitting, you’ll have no problem doing just that!

8. Cabled boot cuff by Melanie’s Knits

These covers are a great for boots that are tighter and higher because they’re neat, thin, and don’t have to be folded to look adorable.

9. Wavy Cable boot toppers by nickersr

Do you like the ideas of cables but you’re looking for something a little more unique than the average vertical cable that you’ve seen in most of these patterns? Here’s a horizontal version instead!

10. Easy Knit boot cuffs by Simply Notable

Besides featuring adorable buttons on the sides, these little boot cuffs are knit in seed stitch, which looks delicate and intricate despite being quite simple to master. Use the buttons as a chance to customize the design!

11. Reversible boot cuffs by Our Everyday Art

What’s better than one pair of boot cuffs? Getting two pairs when it felt like you only knit one! This design shows you how to switch colours so that each end looks like the top of another colour of cuff. Wear them with one end up one day, and the other colour up the next!

12. Thick Cable knit boot cuff by Homespun Living

Do you love cables but you’re a bigger fan of knitting big, chunky patterns rather than smoother or more delicate ones? Then these oversized cables are definitely the one for you! They’ll also feel extra warm and cozy when you wear them.

13. Checkerboard boot cuffs by Elizabeth Rogers

Why not use your homemade boot cuffs as an opportunity to make a statement? This pattern will help you do just that by creating an eye catching checkerboard pattern in whatever colours you choose!

14. Boot cuffs and hand warmers by Kristin Ziska

Are you a big fan of balance in an outfit? Well, this pattern has you covered as far as your hands and feet go! Besides showing you how to make a cute pair of boot cuffs, you’ll also be guided through the process of making yourself toasty little hand covers!

15. Twisted Cable boot cuffs by The Rainbow Warrior

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Check out these 15 gorgeous infinity scarf designs that are perfect for keeping yourself cozy and stylish this fall. There are scarf making techniques on this list for all kinds of DIY enthusiasts’ different skills!
1. Velvet Morning set

DROPS Designs has an infinity scarf pattern for you that comes with an adorable matching hat to make a complete set! We love the even pattern of the stitches in this design and the fact that the width of the scarf makes it a good option for people who want some warmth at their neck without something rubbing against their face.

2. Marquise-Lace infinity scarf

Do yo love lace designs so much that you’re not quite ready to give them up yet, even though they’re usually a little too light to keep you warm in the winter? Well, Deramores has actually developed a pattern that’s made with a pretty lacy stitch combination but with yarn thick enough to give you real warmth!

3. Braided infinity set

We love a good cable almost any time, but we especially love the way the cabling technique is used here to create a braided effect all the way around the scarf. As if that wasn’t cute enough, the pattern also walks you through the steps for making a matching braided headband! Check out all the details on DROPS Designs.

4. Any-Season infinity scarf

Sometimes it’s nice to have a scarf that’s thick and layered enough to be worn tightly wound in the winter, but still knit loosely enough that it was be worn  casually slung in warmer months as well. Patterns like this one by Redheart  are fun to make because the final product is so versatile!

5. Tell Me knitted set

Besides being adorable because it includes an entire set right down to the mittens, we love this pattern because it contains a perfect balance of regular, steady stitches and cute ,sweeping pattern. The apttern creates a cut edge on every piece that we can’t wait to wear this fall. Check it out on DROPS Designs.

6. Broomstick lace infinity scarf

Of course, for any of these patterns you might choose a different colour than what you see in the picture, but this scarf might be the one design where we’re absolutely in love with how that particular piece looks in that specific colour way. Either way, though, this waving design will suit anything and anyone because it’s just so nice. Take a look on B.Hooked Crochet.

7. Crazy Shell infinity scarf

‘s adorable falls scarf pattern is aptly named because it really does look like a connection of crazy little sea shells. We’re very into how delicate the stitches look even though the yarn isn’t a lace weight. Find out how it’s done on The Batter’s Box.

8. Autumn Demask infinity scarf

DROPS Designs shows you how to make an adorable design full of yarn overs intended to create holes in a stylish and even pattern. The best part is that it also comes with a matching headband in the same adorable design! We’re about ready to make one in every colour.

9. Chunky Crochet infinity scarf

Would you rather crochet yourself something a little chunkier to make sure you really stay cozy?  Try making this design that features two adorable buttons! This scarf will actually be a lot of fun to stitch because it’s simple but it still has a flourish. Check the whole thing out Flamingo Toes.

10. Textured infinity scarf

Persia Lou teaches you how to make a crocheted infinity scarf using a number of different stitch types in order to give the design some texture! Besides feeling nice when you snuggle into it in cold weather, the stitch variations will give it all a little more visual appeal too.

11. Tie dyed infinity scarf

12. American Apparel circle scarf knock offI Love to Create suggests keeping things interesting not with solely your stitches, but with your colours too! You might find a variegated yarn that builds a steady, beautiful gradient on its own as you knit, or you might actually choose to hand dye a light coloured garment yourself, depending on which colours are your favourite and what kind of wool is available.

Not every DIY circle scarf out there has to be knitted or crocheted! This tutorial from Come Online shows you how to make a large infinity scarf that’s intended to be a mock of the fantastic tube scarves sold at American Apparel. Once you’ve got the large strip of material, the sewing required to make the scarf is simple!

13. Bernadita shawl scarf

Do you like the idea of an infinity scarf but you’d rather have it sit down further on your shoulders than up very close to your neck and face? Then we feel like you’ll really enjoy this pattern from DROPS Designs! We love that you can choose between pulling it on and off over your head or actually undoing the buttons, depending on your hair situation.

14. Bellflower infinity scarf

Hooked on Crafting shows you how to make an adorable infinity scarf using a pattern full of yarn overs to create neat eyelet holes. We love the way larger and smaller holes contrast across the surface of the scarf, and we’re also pretty into the fact that you can wear it looped once or twisted several times and it’ll look cute either way.

15. 20 minute fabric circle scarf

Do you really want to make yourself an infinity scarf but you don’t have hours to invest in the project? We’ve got a solution for you! This tutorial from I Heart Naptime guides you through the process of making a cute fabric circle scarf with little scalloped piping for extra style.

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A deep, chocolate tone is perfect for fall but if you find one that has a dash of cranberry in it too you’ll get an extra layer of femininity to flaunt. And we’re loving this rich shade. (via)

2. Eggplant

So Lonely in Gorgeous showcased this darker shade of purple. Go for a warm and rich eggplant – maybe even with some sparkles – to highlight October.

3. Skin Tone

Over at Heart Over Heels you’ll find a beautiful, skin-tone shade that can act as your go-to neutral for the season. It isn’t too bright or light, evoking that sense of spring.

4. Army Green

Here’s a classic, green shade that will shine all throughout the fall season. Evoke a feeling of days and the nights with this gorgeous shade. (via)

5. Slate Purple

Here’s a romantic, slated purple that we’re drooling over too. We found this beauty on The Polish Squirrel and have been swooning over it ever since.

6. Peacock Blue

All Lacquered Up featured this peacock blue beauty and we couldn’t help but think of the fall, night sky and how perfect this would be to dawn this season. Your digits will pop!

7. Gold Glitter

Nails on the Go is where we found my absolute favorite pick on the list. A bit of texture and lots of glitter can be wore year round in the right shade of gold.

8. Royal

All Lacquered Up always has great ideas when it comes to color inspiration. And just because it’s fall doesn’t mean you can do something vibrant like this royal shade of blue.

9. Burnt Orange

Burnt orange is a classic autumn color and it looks magnificent on those fingers. Dip the digits in this offbeat shade and celebrate the changing leaves. (via)

10. Cream

We found this beauty on Pinterest and thought it was a nice, creamy white that can be used outside the usual realms of bright neutrals. It’s rich enough that it can set off your fall ensembles nicely.

11. Charcoal

Visit The Beauty of Life for a better look this charcoal color. Again, it’s a neutral that is versatile throughout the entire season while blending and topping off outfits nicely.

12. Mustard

The Crumpet showcased this vibrant, mustard nail polish color and it too is the perfect addition to your fall color collection. It’s got that golden tone we love for autumn but with a punch!

13. Forest Green

If you want a sexier shade of green than a muted army tone, go for something with a dash of forest. It’s more vibrant and feminine. (via)

14. Lilac

Bubbly Michelle shows us how to flaunt a pastel shade for fall. Not all of these light tones have to be fixated on summertime, do it in a way that autumn shines through as well.

15. Dusky Grey

Pointless Cafe shows off another grey tone that works for fall too, one that’s a bit more muted and romantic. If you like the haze, go with this shade!

16. Periwinkle

Blushing Noir gives us a powerful periwinkle that we can see floating throughout the sunflowers and hay. Carry your pumpkins in style with this one.

17. Wine Red

Here’s a wine red that we’re drooling over too. It’s a bit more traditional and sexy in terms of nail polish colors. (via)

18. Midnight Blue

Makeup and Beauty showed off this midnight blue and w’re in love. It catches the light beautifully and evokes a sense of the early nights that fall brings.

19. Taupe

We found this fabulous neutral on Pinterest too. It goes with a variety of skin tones and, of course, all year round you can use this one.

20. Black

Love Maegan featured a beautiful manicure and shows us how to do black in the most stylish and feminine of ways. Flaunt this around Halloween!

21. Fuchsia

If you’re looking for something with an extra pop of girlish charm, go with a deep fuchsia shade. It can blend well within the season and still have you feeling prim. (via)

22. Emerald

Nail Nerd shows us another fabulous green to dive into for the season. This emerald tone has a bit of glitter too!

23. Gunmetal

Over at So Nailicious you’ll find this texture gunmetal tone. We love this shade because it takes both blue and charcoal in its best form.

24. Rose

Here’s another feminine shade that we’re swooning for. It’s great for the season but has the romance we all crave. (via)

25. Merlot

And finally, here’s another shade of red evocative of a beautiful wine. It’s smooth, it’s rich and it works all season long. (via)

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Plant Seasonal Blooms in Rustic Planters

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Make the Most of a Small Space

Spell It Out

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Turn Pumpkins into a House Number Display

See more at At The Picket Fence and get the tutorial.

Make Use of What’s Already There

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Decorate With Corn Stalks

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Welcome the Season with a Chalkboard Sign

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Repurpose a Little Red Wagon

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DIY Your Own Pumpkins

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Create a Cozy Seating Area

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Flank The Door

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Display Thrift Shop Finds

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Welcome Guests

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Use a Light Color Palette

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Repurpose a Ladder

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Create Symmetry

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Happy Fall Y’all

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1. Leaf Crown

Hop on over to Hello Natural and learn how to create this adorable fall leaf crown! Dress up the kids or yourself in this festive and fun new accessory!

2. Folded Paper Leaves

Happy Clippings shows us how to make these easy folded paper leaves. And then you can do whatever you’d like with them, including create some festive garland!

3. Leaf Bowl

Go follow the step-by-step tutorial at Design Rulz and learn how to make one of these leaf bowls yourself. Use them to spruce up the house throughout the season.

4. Leaf Mask

The kiddos will love this one – and may even want to help out with the creation. Check out this DIY for a fall leaf mask now over at Small + Friendly.

5. Falling Leaves Frame

Mod Podge Rocks make this adorable falling leaves frame. We love how easy this project is for adding festivity around the house!

6. Leaf Cupcake Toppers

How about topping off some seasonal cupcakes with these leaf topper from Momtastic. Get creative in the kitchen and jump over to learn how!

7. Leaf Garland

Check out this gorgeous leaf garland from Minted! Use it to decorate for the season or your next big celebration – from showers to weddings!

8. Dotted Leaves

The kids will love getting their hands dirty for this project. Sort out an afternoon for some arts and crafts and make these dotted leaves like Handmade Charlotte!

9. Leaf Confetti

Grow Creative did something quite genius. Take some leaves from the backyard, grab your paper punches and make some fantastic confetti out of it to decorate tables or decorate your next seasonal event!

10. Glitter Leaves

Check out what Typically Simple did! Grab the glitter and sparkle up some of those leaves you have floating around the yard.

11. Leaf Animals

Ko-Ko-Ko Kids used leaves to turn them into animals! This is one of our favorites for the kids and you can get so creative with it!

12. Watercolor Leaf Painting

Over at Craftaholics Anonymous you can learn how to recreate one of your very own watercolor leaf paintings. Isn’t this beautiful!?

13. Felt Leaves

A Beautiful Mess shows us how to make leaves out of felt! Then you can blend them together to make garland to throw around the house and decorate for autumn!

14. Leaf Centerpiece

You can always incorporate some leaves into your fall centerpieces. And with this project from HGTV you’ll have a beautiful, handmade design in no time.

15. Leaf Wreath

HGTV Gardens made a wreath out of real leaves! Take a cue from their book and decorate with a more organic style this fall.

16. Felt Leaf Coasters

Use felt to create something leafy again! Check out how to make these adorably charming felt leaf coasters over at Crafts Unleashed.

17. Burlap Leaf Pillow

We’re in love with this homey, cozy project from Stone Gable. Learn how to make this no sew, burlap leaf pillow just in time for the changing of the season!

18. Oversized Leaf Art

Spruce up the mantle with a piece of DIY art like this one from Just A Girl. We love its easy, rustic appeal and how cozy it seems for a family home.

19. Pressed Leaves

Country Living is giving us the scoop on how to create pressed leaves. Then you can use them to decorate however you’d like, we especially love them in collages.

20. Leaf Candle Holders

Create some candle holders that hold a piece of the season. These mason jar arrangements are perfect for that! Check them out at Spark & Chemistry.

21. Leaf-Printed Linens

Funtober made this gorgeous leaf-printed linen and then showed us how. Just grad some foliage from the yard and get started.

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As the warm summer days begin to ebb, our vibes, apparel and color palette change. With winter ever so near a slight chill begins to fill the November air, and that means it’s time to think about renewing your nails with some classy autumn/winter shades. Here’s what’s up for 2015 for your nails!

Opt for darker and deeper hues, royal and noble colors like blue, gold, black, Bordeaux, loud and proud glitter, wine shades, plum color, or muted creamy greys, khakis, nudes and browns. The manicure is, for the majority of fashionistas, a sort of jewellery rather than just a “coloring-of-the-nails”. It is an easy and affordable way how to heat up your winter outfit. So look no further than a bottle of trendy nail polish.

Natural nail length and shape

The shape and length of your nails can provide your hands with a chic appearance. Trends in nail length and color change systematically, and this season at the peak of popularity is almond-shaped and oval free edges for the nail. Also for the coming winter season is the always acceptable “natural shape”. This look tends to feature shorter length nails but will rate very high this season. These are the main two trends coming this 2015 winter season

Metal shades

As for polishes, golden shades will always be the sure sign of luxury, so add some metallics to your must-have list of polishes for the season. Whatever shade of metallic you opt for, your nails will look sophisticated. Metallic nails—from silver to bronze and gold will never look better than with fall outfits. In fact, you can think of them as stand-in for bling bling!

Moon- type nails

This is one of the mega trends for the season. There’s a wide range of options which you can choose for experiments. The moon nail look is like an inverse French manicure but with the moon next to your cuticle instead at the tip of the nail. It’s for you to decide which one you like the most: you can begin with something traditional and classic or bold, taken with shades like silver and black or white and nude or burgundy and gold. There are also some innovative solutions like forming an arrow space instead of half-circular shapes. You will be in vogue using the colors I’ve mentioned above, but frankly color combinations are limited only by your imagination.

Stripes

Stripes of different sizes and lengths are a super-easy way to create your nail design. Vertical direction and incredible shade combos is all you have to think about. You are free to choose any contrast shades that suits your mood.

Glittery and Shimmery Nails

Do you still think that glittery and shimmery is not for everyday looks? Please, there’s plenty of cool combinations which will make you look chic not only in everyday life but also in case of some occasions or special events. Glitters look especially nice on a dark base color such as navy, lilac, plum, burgundy or black.

Lace manicure

Girls always remain girls, which means they love lace. And you definitely have to rock lace nails this season. Even if you don’t have special drawing skills for doing your nails on your own, some lace templates will help you to perform really neat manicures in no time.

Nude nails

If you are more conservative in nature and admire natural nail polishes, congrats, nude nails are voguish for the coming season. This nude trend managed to gain unexpected popularity. When I say nude, you want to imagine tones like beige, milky white, peach, cream, etc. Whether it has the matte shades or some glittery textures depends on the one you actually choose.

French manicure

There’s no season when the traditional French manicure should be left behind. The reason it’s billed as a “classic look” for nails has to do with it’s rich, “finished” appearance! But the “French mani” is no longer about a pale-toned base and white tips, no! Now it comes in breathtaking, full color. Various combos beginning with black and white to dark gray or a maroon are acceptable. Your daring experiments are certainly encouraged.

Remember that you can go completely against these trends and wear the opposite. That actually might be the in-thing, as well. But no matter what color your nails, you should keep them nourished and healthy.

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Center Light & Outer Dark Lips
Keep in mind these three tricks when recreating the ombre lip: 1) Lip pencil is your friend. It prevents bleeding outside the lip line as well as defines the lips. 2) Generally stick to three lip color products and a lip brush. 3) Remember to follow the light, by mimicking the way light naturally hits a glossy lip in the center, AND don’t be afraid to go bold!

Pink/Purple Ombre Lips
Moisturize you lips with clear lip balm before applying the lipstick to allow a smooth ombre blending of color. 1) Outline the lips, using your darkest purple shade. 2) In the middle of the lips you need to apply a lighter shade. 3) Take a clean brush and carefully blend the shades until you get the ombre effect.

Importance Of Concealer & Lip Pencil
Notice how makeup concealer and lip pencil liner are applied to lips as a foundation before the lip ombre color is applied? It’s the best way to keep dark shaded lips from bleeding where they shouldn’t.

Darkest Purple Ombre
The darkest purple lips makes for an amazing gothic look. To get the super dark purple shade, use a wide lip liner or even purple eyeshadow pencil for lining outer lips while bringing the color in towards the center. Wear them either matte or covered over with gloss.

Sherbet Holiday Lips
Are you flying away to warmer weather during the holiday season? Try a bright color palette by using yellow lipstick for your lightest ombre shade. . . yummy.

Asymmetrical Ombre & Brushes
Here we have four shades of lip color, BUT what’s essential in this diagram are the three shapes of lip brushes for blending color. A pointed brush is for defining the outer lips and the rounder brushes are for shading and feathering the inner lips.

Baby Doll Lollipop Lips
Fading from one color to another with the color combinations of pinks, corals and nude is one of the newer makeup looks: 1) Apply a layer of lip color on the inner part of your lips. 2) Blend out the color using concealer. It’s super easy and fast, and with your understated ombre lips, your eyes will pop!

Liquid Gold Lips
To get this festive look first line lips, then dab glittery gold lipgloss in the lip’s center and blend. Then apply a red lipstick and carefully blend from the outer lip corners in towards the center until you hit the gold gloss. So pretty.

Up and Down Red: Orange Ombre
To achieve this unique eye catching ombre look: 1) Line your lips with the lip liner to provide a base for the lipstick in the darker shade or closest to it. 2) Apply a red lipstick on the top lip and a bright orange lipstick onto the bottom lip only. 3) Now press your lips together to blend the two colors.

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