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Fall Patio Tour – in Pictures and Video!

October 13, 2020  Eclectically Fall Home Tours | Fall | Uncategorized

Saturday night, I had a few friends over and I could not have asked for a more perfect fall night! I thought it would be fun to share my fall patio tour not only in photos, but also a short video. I hope it makes you feel like you’re right there with me!

Fall Patio Tour - love this fall table setting with white and orange pumpkins kellyelko.com #fall #fallpatio #falldecor #falltable #fallcenterpiece #falldecorating #pumpkindecor #farmhousedecor #farmhousefall #eclecticdecor #tablesetting #outdoordinner #alfresco

I’m not the kind of blogger who decorates for imaginary parties just to have something to share! I snapped some pics on my cell phone right before my friends arrived so this is real life. No over the top nonsense that nobody will ever be able to do for themselves. I hope you’ll get an idea or two to use in your own home.

It doesn’t get simpler than scattering a few pumpkins down the center of the table. A pair of table runners not only add color and texture, they also act as placemats.

Love this simple fall centerpiece of white and orange pumpkins on blue table runners kellyelko.com #pumpkins #pumpkindecor #falldecor #fallcenterpiece #gourds #farmhousedecor #farmhousefall

I like to set up the space early in the day so I won’t be rushing around at the last minute. Tiki torches are ready to be lit when the sun goes down and we can’t forget the corn hole (although we never did get around to playing)!

I love making a big batch of cocktails so I am not mixing drinks all night. I filled the huge silver bowl with ice and added wine bottles, pitcher of cocktails and water bottles so everyone could help themselves.

Beautiful bluestone patio decked out for fall - love the hydrangeas and kale and the cute apple picking pillow kellyelko.com #falldecor #fallpatio #patio #falldecorating #gardens #gardening #outdoordecor #outdoorfurniture #outdoorsectional #eclecticdecor

My Fall Patio Video Tour

This fall charcuterie board is epic! I love the little ghost shaped crackers kellyelko.com #charcuterie #charcuterieboard #cheeseplatter #cheeseboard #meatandcheese #appetizers #partyfood #boards #fallfood #fallparty #fallcharcuterie #partyfood

My favorite way to entertain is to set out a big charcuterie board and I had fun with this one! Almost everything is from Trader Joe’s (including the adorable ghost and bat shaped potato crisps). I like setting out chunks of cheese for people to cut themselves but I decided to cut the Manchego into little triangles for some variety.

This huge wood tray is my favorite for serving charcuterie and I love the shape that includes handles for easy transport. The lonely little bowl of pretzels is for my gluten free friend!

This fall charcuterie board is huge! I love the little ghost shaped crackers kellyelko.com #charcuterie #charcuterieboard #cheeseplatter #cheeseboard #meatandcheese #appetizers #partyfood #boards #fallfood #fallparty #fallcharcuterie #partyfood

I love the change of seasons when I can add fall kale to summer hydrangeas planted in old mop buckets.

Kale is a beautiful fall plant and I love the vintage mop bucket planters kellyelko.com #planters #fallflowers #fallplants #kale #vintagedecor #vintageplanters #galvanizedbuckets #buckets #upcycle #gardens #fallflowers #gardening #gardeners

Once my summer flowers died, I was staring at this huge planter filled with ugly dirt. I clipped some of my limelight hydrangeas and stuck them right into the dirt for a beautiful and free arrangement.

I love this huge planter filled with dried hydrangeas kellyelko.com #hydrangeas #gardening #gardens #planters #limelight #limelighthydrangeas #gardeners #patio #farmhousedecor

My friend Carol and I toasting to her birthday with my favorite make ahead cocktail! The color is perfect for fall and I also love making it around the Christmas holiday. Also, I swear by headbands for bad hair days and this horse print dress is my favorite and so flattering!

Festive fall and winter cocktail with grapefruit juice! kellyelko.com #cocktails #cocktailhour #cocktailrecipes #partyfood #parties #recipes #grapefruit #christmascocktails #fallcocktails

Get My Grapefruit Cocktail Recipe Here

My husband made short ribs the night before (they taste so much better the next day) and I roasted fingerling potatoes and tri-color carrots. It was a super easy, delicious and colorful meal. S’mores for dessert as we gathered around the fire pit completed the night.

P.S. 25 years ago today (on a Friday the 13th), my hubby and I got married! I think I’ll mix up another batch of cocktails to celebrate!

And if you need more fall decorating inspiration …

More Fall Decorating Ideas Here

Adirondack Backpack History - love this gorgeous basket wreath filled with hydrangeas kellyelko.com #wreath #diywreath #adirondackbasket #basket #hydrangeas #falldecor

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  1. Francie Tucker

    October 13, 2020 at 7:23 am

    Happy Anniversary and May God continue to bless you and take care of yiu🙏🥰

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      October 13, 2020 at 9:42 am

      Thank you so much Francie! Time sure flies doesn’t it!

      Reply
  2. Lynda Ramage

    October 13, 2020 at 7:53 am

    Everything looks so inviting. Well done! Happy special anniversary to you and your husband. Love your posts. Blessings

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      October 13, 2020 at 9:43 am

      You’re so sweet Lynda! Thanks so much and happy fall!

      Reply
  3. Donna

    October 13, 2020 at 9:33 am

    I luv luv the quick idea of just the simple throw together decor for the holiday / makes it so stress free with friends to come over for a last minute get together. May you & hubby have many many more happy days together. Thanks for all your great postings.

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      October 13, 2020 at 9:43 am

      Thank you so much Donna and happy fall to you!

      Reply
  4. Marlene Stephenson

    October 13, 2020 at 1:09 pm

    Happy Anniversary to you and i pray you had a great day. Your patio looks so nice.

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      October 13, 2020 at 1:21 pm

      Thank you so much Marlene! It’s a dreary, rainy day today but we’re cozy inside!

      Reply
  5. Catherine Ellsworth

    October 13, 2020 at 2:18 pm

    Everything is just perfect. I love what you do.

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      October 13, 2020 at 3:56 pm

      You’re too kind Catherine! Thanks so much and hope you’re having a great fall!

      Reply
  6. Lisa K.

    October 13, 2020 at 7:01 pm

    Happy Anniversary to you and your husband!! I love how you put out gluten free pretzels for your friend. That is very sweet of you. I love all the pumpkins and the kale. I also like how the cheese is cut into triangles. 😊

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      October 14, 2020 at 11:11 am

      Thanks Lisa! I love anything I can make ahead!

      Reply

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