Olivia Quinn

There’s a certain smell that hits you the second September rolls around — cinnamon, dry leaves, the first candle you light after months of nothing but citrus and sunscreen. That’s usually the moment the urge kicks in to make the house match the season outside. Homemade fall decorations are the easiest way to get there … Read more

If you’ve ever walked into a home that just smells like fall — warm spices, a little citrus, something faintly woodsy in the background — you already know how much scent shapes the way a space feels. You don’t need a house full of candles to get there, either. A diffuser and a handful of … Read more

Decorating the outside of your house for fall is honestly a little intimidating. There’s so much more surface area to fill than a single mantel or table, the weather doesn’t always cooperate, and it’s easy to end up with a porch that looks like it’s trying too hard. The good news is that a fall … Read more

A fireplace mantel is basically a built-in stage for seasonal decorating, and Halloween might be the holiday that suits it best. Unlike a front porch or dining table, a mantel gives you height, depth, and a natural focal point that draws the eye the second someone walks into the room. So instead of scattering a … Read more