White Pumpkins

by Rhoda on September 16, 2008

Remember this from BHG?
Here’s My version…..
With all the Fall talk in blogland….well, I inspired myself with my recent white pumpkin post, so decided to get a fake pumpkin (from Hobby Lobby), paint it white (with white spray paint primer I had on hand) and do a stencil. And it turned out pretty cute, if I do say so myself!
Had all of these things lying around the house, so it was out with the shells (well, most of them anyway) and in with the pinecones and acorns. I love using natural materials so much these days and that really got started with me last year at Christmas. All the pinecones and acorns from the yard and neighborhood really come in handy for decorating naturally.
Those are the 2 candlesticks I found at the yardsale last week. That urn that the big pumpkin is sitting in was actually a brass thing that I’ve had for years and bronzed a long time ago. It gets recycled and used from time to time. Baby pumpkins are also fake (from Hobby Lobby) and they got the white treatment too.
My iron birds are just perpetual welcomers in the front door, all 4 seasons. This heavy iron urn is a yardsale fave from many years ago (for $5) and it has been outside and now inside. Filled with pinecones, acorns and a touch of white starfish, I love it’s ruffly edge.
It all says Welcome to our house for Fall!
That really TALL candlestick, I snagged at Tuesday AM one time on clearance for $5. The top was broken, but I glued it back. It’s made out of wood too.
Come on in….
Another yardsale find from last year, this metal leaf and acorn plate is really fun to work with and fits perfectly in the bamboo easel. In fact, almost everything on this table came from yardsales. I have a lot of fun changing out my foyer table with the seasons. I’ve done a little something Fallish for the frontdoor too that I’ll share with you later!


Happy Fall to y’all!
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Mrs. B September 16, 2008 at 6:11 pm

Yours is even better than BHG’s! I love the whole display. You always have wonderful displays in your entry. That ruffly urn is gorgeous! Now I’m inspired to paint some pumpkins!

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sarah @ a beach cottage September 16, 2008 at 7:07 pm

G’day Rhoda

love what you’ve done, you have some lovely chunky candlesticks there and what a find with the urn for that price! i would like to find one of those, I guess I will one day, love the starfish with all the rustic natural bits, you’ve given me some inspiration…

good work on the white pumpkin, I wouldn’t of thought of doing that, funny how I paint so much stuff but some things it never crosses my mind to paint

Sarah

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Scooterblu's Whimsy September 16, 2008 at 8:08 pm

This is a GORGEOUS vignette! The pumpkin turned out fantastic and I love the metal leaf! :) ~Rhonda

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Linda September 16, 2008 at 8:25 pm

That’s gorgeous!

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Meghan September 16, 2008 at 9:21 pm

Stunning!

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"Maggie" September 16, 2008 at 9:32 pm

What fun pumpkins, it never occured to me to paint them white, clever!

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Chris September 16, 2008 at 9:34 pm

Wonderful, Rhoda! I love every little detail–right down the little “welcome” stone. I love that! Your stenciled pumpking turned out wonderfully. I, too, have been painting a lot of pumpkins lately (7 to be exact)! I guess it’s that time of year, isn’t it?

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Picket September 16, 2008 at 10:28 pm

Hey girl..this turned out great and I love the acorns & pinecones! I am still loving my black mantel and the family is amazed at how beautiful it turned out and the difference it has made in the feel of the room…it just accents my stuff and the way I decorate so much more than the white ever did…thanks again for the inspiration girl! have a great week!

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laurie September 16, 2008 at 10:57 pm

Oh My Goodness! I cannot wait to go spray paint and stencil some of my pumpkins. You did a great job with yours and have inspired me to do some. Thanks. Laurie (bargainhunr)

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Suzann September 16, 2008 at 11:02 pm

I’m lovin’ your fall decor. White pumpkins are quickly becoming my favorite and I just adore black accents too. I have been drawn to decorating with nature lately as well. Everything looks fabulous!

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Julie September 16, 2008 at 11:07 pm

Oh, Rhoda!
Everything is just beautiful!!!
I love how you just made fall your own. Even though, I love those traditional oranges, golds, olives, browns, etc (I know, really original, huh?!?!) I just love how you broke away from the mold and made it fit you and your decor!
Can’t wait to see what you do with your Christmas decor!!!!
Blessings,
Julie

P.S. Love all that ironwork — I’ll bet you can use that year ’round!

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French September 16, 2008 at 11:19 pm

These are just precious! What a great idea! Who knew people decorated for fall??? French;)

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GARAGE SALE GAL September 16, 2008 at 11:38 pm

I just love your white pumpkins and all your decorating ideas. It’s alway fun to read your blog and gather new ideas. Thanks for sharing.
Warmly, Deb

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Melissa @ The Inspired Room September 17, 2008 at 12:34 am

It looks fabulous, Rhoda! Love it all!

Happy Fall!

Did you link this to Fall Nesting? If not, you should, it is wonderful inspiration and everyone would love it (everyone that hasn’t already been here, that is, which might be NO ONE!)

xoxo

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Michelle September 17, 2008 at 7:51 am

Love it, Rhoda! You always do such a nice job :)

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PamperingBeki September 17, 2008 at 7:52 am

Rhoda, that looks so beautiful!! I have a thing for white pumpkins too. I posted some on my blog the other day.

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Kimba September 17, 2008 at 8:32 am

Ahhhhhh!!!!!!!! I love it!!!! That’s it! I’m going to the farm market today for some real pumpkins. And they’ll be getting the spray treatment before sundown.

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carolyn at cranberry crossings: September 17, 2008 at 8:43 am

WOW! I have always loved white Lumina pumpkins! I have a big fake one too that I put out every year.
Your decor looks just wonderful, as always.
Happy Fall to you!

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Ramona September 17, 2008 at 8:47 am

Your displays are lovely! I really love the starfish with the pine cones…harvest delight!

Happy Autumn!

Smiles ~ Ramona

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restyled home September 17, 2008 at 9:48 am

You’re right! I do love all of the white pumpkin goodness! I have a few ideas of my own for my white pumpkins, and you now have me inspired to do actually go do them! Thanks Rhoda!!

Linda

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Amanda September 17, 2008 at 11:07 am

What a nice display! You did a great job, it looks beautiful!

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Hooked on Houses September 17, 2008 at 1:18 pm

Oh, wow, what a lovely tablescape for fall, Rhoda! I love everything about it. I think that was a good idea to paint a fake pumpkin so you don’t have to do it all over again next year.

You’ve inspired me!! -Julia :-)

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Diane@A Picture is Worth.... September 17, 2008 at 4:38 pm

Hi Rhoda,
Your fall decor looks very elegant and is perfect for your style and your home.

I really haven’t considered using white pumpkins til this year…they are very classy in your photos.
Diane

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J'Ollie Primitives September 17, 2008 at 5:41 pm

love the colors and textures. The urn is fab-u-lous.

Pretty and welcoming!

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Aunt Mimi's Creations! September 17, 2008 at 10:43 pm

Love, love, your fall table with all it’s earthy colors and items. So very cute!

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jennifer September 17, 2008 at 10:46 pm

I promise you, THAT is the most gorgeous fall display that I have seen yet. I have never done much decorating for fall because I don’t feel like I can compete with the beauty outside. Not a thing that I can bring to it that I can’t find right outside my door. So I wait and put ALL of my holiday decorating energy into Christmas!

I may actually try this. I love the natural elements (I found a GORGEOUS piece of driftwood the other day at the beach) and the stenciled white pumpkin is charming.

Love this post Rhoda!

And I haven’t forgotten you by the way. I have had a sick husband and child at home this week.

Be blessed.

Jennifer

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KMfamily September 17, 2008 at 10:53 pm

Hi Rhoda,
Loving the white pumpkins..so far we have had some other things at my house for some pre Halloween spookyness.
If you get a chance check us out.

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Laurel MacD September 17, 2008 at 11:28 pm

I see you all over and finally decided to drop by. I’m so glad I did – everything is lovely.

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Cherry's Jubilee September 17, 2008 at 11:37 pm

Cute! Very classic and pretty. cherry

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Debbie September 18, 2008 at 11:28 am

Oh Rhoda, what a gorgeous autumn vignette! I love how you painted white pumpkins and that stencil made that big guy pop! Nicely Done!

Blessings – Debbie

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Natalie September 18, 2008 at 1:54 pm

Oh, wow. I love the look of this. I am inspired. Just found your blog…I think from Making your House a Home…and I’m really enjoying it.

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Cathy September 18, 2008 at 8:42 pm

Love all the fall decs. The white pumpkins turned out great. Love the acorns and pinecones.

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Bonita September 19, 2008 at 6:13 am

Love those white pumpkins!

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dewy23 September 19, 2008 at 5:26 pm

I love the pumpkins and will be doing them for our house!

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Bella Casa October 6, 2008 at 9:43 am

I saw these the first time, but they are so gorgeous, I am glad to see them again:) I need to get a little creative with my pumpkins, lol :) Love those candle sticks, too, I keep looking for some nice chunky ones like that, but no luck yet.

Have a great week, Rhoda!!!

Bella

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Becky October 6, 2008 at 10:02 am

Rhoda you did a wonderful job on your pumpkins. I just may have to try my hand at some. Thanks for the inspiration
Becky

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Jen r. October 6, 2008 at 2:16 pm

Rhoda, that looks great! I love the natural look of the acorns and pine cones!

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jeanne @ Inspiring Ideas October 6, 2008 at 2:21 pm

Lovely fall tablescape!

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Vintage Mommy October 6, 2008 at 4:57 pm

The black and white is so striking!

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Astrid October 6, 2008 at 8:13 pm

Oh MY! I love those white pumpkins! Very pretty vignette! :)

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Zoie October 8, 2008 at 6:52 am

Looking gorgeous..! I especially love vintage-type Halloween decorations.

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Half of the Style Sisters October 8, 2008 at 12:30 pm

I love the white pumpkins and all the beautiful decor with it. The textures, colors and feel of the display is just perfect.

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Jen r. October 8, 2008 at 12:34 pm

Rhoda, thanks for joining in on my party! :)

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Ms. Tee October 8, 2008 at 9:44 pm

I love all of your decorations – I really love the white starfish on top – it’s so elegant! :)

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Cher October 8, 2008 at 9:54 pm

Wonderful site with great photography. I’ll be back. Right now I’m going to look at more of your other posts!

The Texas Woman

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Laura Ingalls Gunn October 9, 2008 at 10:15 am

Your displays are spooktacular.

Please visit my blog. I am on post #98 so you know what that means!

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