Anticipating my Favorite Season: 22 Autumn Tables and Centerpiece Inspiration

Find 22 tablescapes with centerpiece inspiration to celebrate Autumn. You’ll find tutorials and seasonal tips for pumpkin vase centerpieces, easy flower arranging methods, floral table runners and more for alfresco and indoor fall dining.

Find a harvest of 22 tablescapes and centerpiece inspiration to celebrate Autumn. You’ll find tutorials and seasonal tips for pumpkin vase centerpieces, easy flower arranging methods, floral table runners and more for alfresco and indoor dining. #fall #tablescapes #autumn #pumpkins #alfreso #lake ©homeiswheretheboatis.net

While Mother Nature still has plenty of summer weather in store for us in North Carolina,

I’m anxiously awaiting Autumn’s arrival, my favorite season!

DIY Blooming Pumpkin the EASY Way and Autumn Table #pumpkinvase #flowers #fall #centerpiece #pumpkin ©homeiswheretheboatis.net

Whooooooo else besides me is ready for Autumn?

Whimsical Fall Table with animal portraits | ©homeiswheretheboatis.net #fall #tablescapes #plaid #owls

I’m counting down the days until fall’s arrival. . . ready for crisp, cool weather,

a harvest of pumpkins, warm plaid layers, and cozy meals with the flavors of fall!

Pumpkins and Plaid Alfresco Fall Table by the lake | ©homeiswheretheboatis.net #fall #tablescapes #pumpkins #plaid

 I pulled together a harvest of Autumn tablescapes from the archives.

Click on the highlighted links in red if you’d like to revisit the complete post,

for table sources or more inspiration.

Make the transition from summer to fall with sunflowers in a colorful and vibrant tablescape. You’ll find tips to create a flower arrangement and table centerpiece using an easy flower arranging method #fall #tablescape #sunflowers #diy ©homeiswheretheboatis.net

Falling for Sunflowers Tablescape + Easy Flower Arranging Method

Make the transition from summer to fall with sunflowers in a colorful and vibrant tablescape. You’ll find tips to create a flower arrangement and table centerpiece using an easy flower arranging method

Summer to Fall Transitional Table by the lake with Limelight Hydrangea Centerpiece | ©homeiswheretheboatis.net #tablescapes

  Early Fall Table with Limelight Hydrangeas

A transitional table inspired by a tablecloth and with Robert Sprays by Wedgwood floral plates

Woodland Friends Fall Table and DIY Floral Runner #fall #tablescapes #plaid #DIY #flowers ©homeiswheretheboatis.net

Woodland Friends Fall Table + DIY Floral Runner

A farmhouse plaid with woodland friends and DIY floral runner with grocery store flowers

Delicious Autumn Lakeside Table | ©homeiswheretheboatis.net #fall #tablescapes #lake #alfresco

Delicious Autumn Lakeside Table

Lakeside dining with inspiration from a favorite quote and foraged arrangement centerpiece

Fall alfresco tablesetting with copper wine bucket flower arrangement | ©homeiswheretheboatis.net #fall #alfresco #lake #flowers #hydrangeas #tablescapes #pumpkins

A Touch of Copper Fall Alfresco Tablescape

The warm glow of copper for fall and alfresco dining

Whimsical Fall Table + Trucking to the Pumpkin Patch | ©homeiswheretheboatis.net #fall #tablescape #truck #pumpkins

Whimsical Fall Table and Trucking to the Pumpkin Patch 

Black and white checks join a colorful farmhouse plaid with pumpkin patch truck and plates

Hello Pumpkin Fall Table and Dough Bowl Centerpiece

Dried hydrangeas, crimson maple leaves and and berries add a pop of color to join mini pumpkins, f

illing to a dough bowl for an easy fall centerpiece and table on the porch

Fall table with woodland friends salad plates and natural DIY table runner | ©homeiswheretheboatis.net #fall #tablescapes

A Fall Table with Woodland Friends and DIY Table Runner

Create a natural DIY table runner with organic materials for fall

Golden Autumn Alfresco Tablescape | ©homeiswheretheboatis.net #fall #tablescapes #alfresco

Golden Autumn Alfresco Tablescape

Autumn’s golden light, amber goblets and golden leaf pumpkins

The softer side of fall tablescape | ©homeiswheretheboatis.net #fall #tablescapes #alfresco #lake

The Softer Side of Fall Tablescape

White dishes and pumpkins, soft feathery grasses and tree slice chargers

provide some warm texture for the softer side of fall.

Fall Pontoon Picnic | ©homeiswheretheboatis.net #fall #boat #pontoon #picnic

A Fall Pontoon Picnic

Alfresco dining on the pontoon with pumpkins, mums and warm plaid layers

Lakeside fall table with a touch of blue and easy flower arranging method #tablescape #fall #lake #tablescapes #pumpkins #alfresco ©homeiswheretheboatis.net

Fall Alfresco Tablescape with a Touch of Blue + Easy Flower Arranging Method

Royal Staffordshire Clarice Cliff ‘Charlotte’ and a quick and easy blooming centerpiece with pumpkins

Adding the Warmth of Copper: Alfresco Fall Table and Easy Hydrangea Centerpiece

Copper adds warmth and pairs beautifully with autumnal colors!

I love it polished to a high shine, hammered with texture or weathered and burnished to a warm patina.

Lakeside Fall Table with Blooming Pumpkins #fall #tablescapes #pumpkinvase #lake #alfresco #DIY ©homeiswheretheboatis.net

Alfresco Fall Table with Blooming Pumpkins

Pumpkin vase centerpiece and and mini blooming pumpkins

Autumn Table + DIY Blooming Pumpkin the EASY Way #DIY #pumpkinvase #fall #tablescapes #pumpkin #alfresco ©homeiswheretheboatis.net

Autumn Table + DIY Blooming Pumpkin the EASY Way

Create a blooming pumpkin as a centerpiece for your fall table the easy way~ no cutting required!

Blooming Pumpkin Centerpiece and Lakeside Fall Table #fall #tablescapes #pumpkin #lake #alfresco ©homeiswheretheboatis.net

Blooming Pumpkin Centerpiece and Lakeside Fall Table

Lakeside fall table and blooming pumpkin centerpiece

'Woodsy and Wise' Whimsical Fall Table | ©homeiswheretheboatis.net #fall #tablescapes #plaid #owls

‘Woodsy and Wise’ Whimsical Fall Table

A pine cone garland as a ‘woodsy’ note and base for a runner centerpiece for the table

Pumpkins and Plaid Alfresco Fall Table by the lake | ©homeiswheretheboatis.net #fall #tablescapes #alfresco #pumpkins

Pumpkins and Plaid Alfresco Fall Table

Pumpkins, Plaid and Limelight Hydrangeas

Autumn’s Delight Alfresco Table with Harvest fruit and pumpkin centerpiece #fall #tablescapes #fruit #alfresco ©homeiswheretheboatis.net

Autumn’s Delight Alfresco Table

Autumn’s Delight by Johnson Brothers and an easy (and edible!) centerpiece

Botanical Fruits and Alfresco Fall Table | ©homeiswheretheboatis.net #fall #tablescapes #fruit #harvest #alfresco

Botanical Fruits and Alfresco Fall Table

 Autumn Harvest Fruits and alfresco dining with an easy 5-minute centerpiece

Falling for Apples: Summer to Fall Transitional Tablescape #fall #tablescape #autumn #sunflowers #apples ©homeiswheretheboatis.net

Falling for Apples: Summer to Fall Transitional Tablescape

Welcome fall and create a floral arrangement incorporating apples.

No flower arranging skills required for this easy flower arranging method

Animal friends don their party hats and gather at the table with a favorite method and organic way to create a natural runner for the table | ©homeiswheretheboatis.net #fall #tablescape #autumn

Whimsical Fall Table with DIY Pumpkin-Floral Runner

Animal friends don their party hats and gather at the table with a favorite method and

organic way to create a natural runner for the table

I’m happy to be part of a Welcome Fall Tablescape Blog Hop next week!

I hope you’ll stop back back to find more fall table and centerpiece inspiration

from a talented group of 15 table stylists on Tuesday, August 27th.

There are two times of the year: Autumn and Waiting for Autumn. | ©homeiswheretheboatis.net #fall #alfresco #tablescape #pumpkinvase #autumn

There are two times of the year:

Autumn and Waiting for Autumn.

Fall is my favorite season and I’m ready for apple orchards, hot cider, harvest feasts, hay rides, pumpkin patches and corn mazes! | ©homeiswheretheboatis.net

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Find 22 tablescapes and centerpiece inspiration to celebrate Autumn. You’ll find tutorials and seasonal tips for pumpkin vase centerpieces, easy flower arranging methods, floral garland for alfresco and indoor dining. #fall #tablescapes #autumn #pumpkins #alfreso #lake ©homeiswheretheboatis.net

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  27 comments for “Anticipating my Favorite Season: 22 Autumn Tables and Centerpiece Inspiration

  1. Cindi
    August 22, 2024 at 8:01 am

    Oh Mary….most of my life I was a total summer person …no weather was too hot but as I approach 70 I am an autumn gal. I look forward to cooler not cold weather, the changing leaves, pumpkin annything and of course Halloween! I finally made a trip to Home Goods and found so many things to buy. I got an adorable witch tea pot! I will definitely being going back.

  2. Peggy Ott
    August 22, 2024 at 8:03 am

    GM Mary,

    Memories, Memories, oh such sweet memories of Falls gone by. Gardening and bringing Fall colors in to the home to enjoy during the season. As I have traveled the years on your blog, these reads have always inspired me during my early coffee breaks. Thanks for bringing this coming Fall into Full Color!!! Enjoy your Fall gardens!! Think I will get out today and get some weeding done!

  3. byeager54
    August 22, 2024 at 8:10 am

    Gorgeous table settings!! I am definitely an autumn girl

    • Franceil Parde
      August 22, 2024 at 5:28 pm

      Some I’d seen, ALL are BEAUTIFUL!! Fall is going to happen…franki

  4. Shannon@Belle Bleu Interiors
    August 22, 2024 at 8:47 am

    Good morning, Mary! You have showcased so many stunning autumn tablescapes for us to admire. I usually love summer, but this one seems to have been a little taxing with the miserable heat. I am definitely ready for cooler temps and the pretty colors of autumn. You have inspired me with all of your beautiful florals and table settings. Happy Thursday!

  5. Clara
    August 22, 2024 at 9:02 am

    Mary, I’m definitely a fall person. I love cooler weather. Your compilation is wonderful. We’re getting a respite from the weather today, but back in the furnace tomorrow. I do so enjoy having a couple days of lower humidity though! I’m ready for a steady season of cooler weather! Enjoy your day. Clara❤️

  6. Pam
    August 22, 2024 at 9:05 am

    Mary, I have loved autumn the most for as long as I can remember. Your tables inspire me and each one is magazine worthy. I love alfresco dining next to your lake. I could never choose a favorite, they are all equally charming. Happy Thursday 🧡

  7. Patricia J Jones
    August 22, 2024 at 9:15 am

    Shared your blog on Beautiful Table Settings of America on Facebook. I think they will like it as much as I do.

  8. August 22, 2024 at 9:20 am

    Oh Mary, you have me longing for pumpkins, cool temperatures and cozy fall comfort food! All your tables are stunning, I especially love the ones with the blooming pumpkins and the one with the copper tub filled with faded hydrangeas. I’m looking forward to all the wonderful tables next week!
    Jenna

  9. Terri E
    August 22, 2024 at 9:20 am

    Mary, I can almost feel the crisp cool fall days through your beautiful post today. So many lovely settings and ideas to explore. I’m sure I will be pinning quite a few! I cannot choose a favorite, but I am smitten with the whimsical forrest animals!

  10. Kari
    August 22, 2024 at 9:48 am

    Mary, thank you for the inspiration for Fall tables. I admire your usual attention to detail and how you manage to get all your pieces to lakeside or boatside without a moving truck. 🥰. I used to use a little wagon to haul my dishes to sites away from the house…sometimes a bump would eliminate a piece due to improper packing 🥴 but then I would have to haul it all back and put away. LOL. (The Captain helps me put away groceries and such because of my lack of energy). I say all that to say this, You have unique pieces and arrange them so beautifully that I have dish envy. I would love to sit at any one of your lovely tables and enjoy the view of your wonderful lake and gardens. I especially love your copper pieces and hydrangeas. Fall is on it’s way and you are definitely ready for any theme. Have a great day.

  11. Karen
    August 22, 2024 at 10:24 am

    FALL is my favorite color!

  12. August 22, 2024 at 11:16 am

    Yay! This post must mean that autumn is coming. Mary, autumn is my very favorite season, and I am so looking forward to it. Every one of your tables is stunning, beautiful colors, flowers and themes. Like our dear friend Pam, I can’t choose a favorite either, they are all inspiring!

    I’m so looking forward to our September Monday Morning Blooms-
    Wishing you a blessed Thursday, Xo Lidy

  13. Mary V Driver-Downs
    August 22, 2024 at 2:39 pm

    Mary your constant inspiration is so wonderful and I so enjoy your postings. I just love autumn and I appreciate all you do to keep us inspired. Bless you. Mary DD

  14. Sue
    August 22, 2024 at 4:01 pm

    I am definitely with you – fall is my favorite time of year!! I’m looking forward to the fall tablescape blog next week!!

  15. August 22, 2024 at 5:13 pm

    Beautiful!!!!

  16. Darlene Gardner
    August 22, 2024 at 6:34 pm

    Mary, what a wonderful review of your lovely fall tables. You continue to be such an inspiration to me and setting my own tables. Looking forward to fall myself. This cooler week here in the NC Piedmont has been a sweet reminder if what’s to come.

  17. Mary Gottlieb
    August 22, 2024 at 8:39 pm

    O Mary dear, you are such an inspiration. One setting more captivating than the other. Yes,
    Autumn with its golden hues and
    mellow spirit beckons a Summer
    weary soul to pause and take in
    the harvest jewel colors that abound
    and to enjoy the pace of harvest-time. We are so fortunate you invite
    us to share….

  18. August 23, 2024 at 6:14 am

    Such beauty through each scroll. I love every table and centerpiece. There are so many lovely tablescapes that belong in a magazine.
    I am a summer girl, but we have had some cool temps, which gives me the Autumn Feels.
    Thank you for the beautiful inspirational ideas!

  19. August 23, 2024 at 4:34 pm

    Mary, you have inspired us all with your lovely autumn tables, whether it’s on a boat, a deck or some place by the lake. Each one is stunning. It’s been such a hot and miserable summer, I welcome an early autumn with open arms. I am looking forward to joining you on Tuesday for the Welcome fall tablescape blog hop.

  20. Kim
    August 23, 2024 at 11:20 pm

    Mary, these tables are all so beautiful and the centerpieces are gorgeous – each and every one of them. I would be hard-pressed to choose a favorite, but the setting on the pontoon definitely made me smile! I’m typically on the fence about the arrival of fall – our season is usually so short here that fall means that winter is coming and that is definitely not my favorite season. I’m glad your fall season is decently long – the kind I dream of! Happy almost fall to you and thanks for all the inspiration!

  21. Myrna
    August 24, 2024 at 2:58 am

    How beautiful. If we only had spring and fall, I would be happy. Winter isn’t much here. Summer is brutal. Is the big tree by the lake the one you took down ?

    • August 24, 2024 at 6:04 am

      I totally agree Myrna! I’m ready to kick August and summer to the curb :) Yes, we’re missing our tree and the shade it provided.

  22. August 25, 2024 at 7:00 am

    Thank you for all the magical creativity of your beautiful Fall tables, Mary. I’m so ready for temperatures to go below 100, that this coming week’s of 90’s will feel like some relief. Have a wonderful Sunday! ❤️

  23. Dorinda Selke
    September 21, 2024 at 8:25 am

    Hi Mary ~ yes, I love fall most of all ! Our leaves have definitely started to do their color dance up here in the Litchfield Hills of CT. We have had some lows at night in the 40’s which starts the show. Absolutely loved your blog post. Just when I’m sure you can’t top yourself, you do. Cheers to fall, Dorinda 🍁

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