Wednesday, August 18, 2010

ready or not ...

... fall is coming!

as some of you may know the next season comes a little quicker for those of us in the retail world. its still 80 degrees outside, but the gift shoppe is taking on a whole different feeling.


rich colors and cool metals fill the space.


pumpkins abound. leaves fall.


things begin fade and die ... to become a little 'creepy' perhaps.


and even though the green fades, color remains.



even in the glow of pumpkins.



squirrels gather food for a long winter retreat.


grapevine takes the shape of wreaths ... it wraps around porch posts ... and of course, creates pumpkins.



and a little fun sprinkled in for good measure.



what do you love most about fall? the smells? the colors? the food? or all of it? ... like me! thanks for stopping by! Pin It

11 comments:

Posy Linda said...

Hi Michael. Love the funny pumpkins. Really cute.

Mrs. Adventure said...

As I sit here inside and type this the reality is its over 100 degrees outside.... ahh the joys of living in Texas. I love the changing of seasons, the smells and those warm colors. Believe you me I will be in full fall mode come the end of September :+)

scargosun said...

There is only 1 thing I don't like about fall...the abundance of REAL spiders. Other than that, bring it ALL on! LOVE that chandelier...I work at that store and wish I had a place for it at home.

Kntting with Beer said...

Love the pumpkin spider!

Rachel's Cottage House said...

oh i love everything! i think fall makes me think of winter, which makes me happy because i love winter/cold weather! it's just fun getting the "cold weather" attire out.

The Nerdy Owl said...

I am so ready.

slip4 said...

I looove fall. For one thing, the summers here in Richmond, VA, tend to be hot and humid (100+ this summer). I have no energy in the heat. Fall brings cooler weather and suddenly I feel new energy to get things done. I love the colors, the coziness, and the feeling that we should take advantage of outdoor activities while we can. I am so ready!

Mary Ellen said...

Hey Michael,
Spidey is adorable! What a great pic!
Thanks for yet another lovely stay. I've gotten several compliments on the bracelet already! I love it :D
See you in a few weeks!

mmmwah!

Angela said...

I am loving your gift shop; it is indeed quite charming. Fall loves-the bright pop of color in the leaves; the chance to be cozy inside or out on a hike; the fact that I can hike without sweating in cooler temps; the beach; soups and goulashes.
Thanks for the peek at Fall in your store. Peace, Angela

Allison Deal said...

Those pumpkin stands with the eyes are adorable!!! and I think I need to have one... have any idea where I can get one???

Kim @ NewlyWoodwards said...

Oh, I'm so excited for fall. Every time you post photos of the shop, I wish I lived closer. Seriously.