Autumn is finally here — and honestly, it’s my favourite time of year to get the house feeling extra cosy. The kids keep bringing home conkers and piles of crunchy leaves from school, the evenings are darker before you know it, and suddenly I just want blankets, candles, and endless cups of tea everywhere.
This year, I’ve been looking for unique autumn home decor on Etsy (dangerous, I know 😅). There are so many handmade treasures that make the home feel extra warm and personal — and way more fun than just picking up the usual bits.
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Here are a few ideas I’m loving for autumn this year:
Snuggly Blankets & Cushions
You know how the sofa suddenly becomes the spot for family movie nights once it gets chilly? Adding a chunky knit throw or a couple of velvet cushions makes it feel extra inviting. Etsy has loads of handmade options, perfect for layering your Autumn Home Decor, and they add a personal, cosy touch alongside the everyday pieces we all already have at home.
Mum tip: Let the kids choose “their” cushion or throw — it weirdly stops arguments about who gets which blanket!
Handmade Mugs for Hot Drinks
Okay, confession: I am that mum who gets way too excited about mugs. But there’s something about a hand-thrown ceramic mug that makes your morning coffee or evening tea feel like a little ritual. Etsy sellers make the prettiest ones, and they’re a simple way to add to your Autumn Home Decor vibe every morning.
Autumn Home Decor Wall Art
Changing wall art sounds like a faff, but Etsy has printable downloads for just a few pounds. Think autumn leaves, cosy illustrations, or moody abstract pieces. You just print them at home and pop them in a frame — five minutes later, the living room feels brand new.
Budget win: Keep the same frames and just swap out the pictures each season.
Cosy Knit Pumpkins 🎃
If you want to add a little autumn touch without going full Halloween, knit pumpkins are perfect. They’re soft, squishy, and come in gorgeous autumn colours like mustard, cream, and burnt orange. Scatter a few on a shelf, pop them on the coffee table, or even use them as a sweet centerpiece for family dinners. The best part? They don’t rot like real ones, so you can bring them out year after year. A little seasonal magic, minus the mess — a must for Autumn Home Decor enthusiasts!
Candles That Actually Smell Like Autumn
Candles are basically mandatory this season, right? Etsy has gorgeous hand-poured candles with scents like cinnamon, apple pie, or cosy wood smoke. Some even come in jars you can reuse for pens or flowers once the candle’s gone (practical mum moment 🙌). Candles are a simple and affordable way to layer in Autumn Home Decor touches throughout your home.
Handmade Hanging Decorations
Little handmade felt decorations are such an easy way to bring autumn charm into your home. Think hanging hearts, tiny acorn garlands, or mini leaf sets — perfect for shelves, windows, or draped along a mantel. Etsy has so many cute options that feel playful yet stylish. Subtle touches like these make a room feel cosy and festive without taking over the space, adding personality to your Autumn Home Decor collection.
Wreaths & Table Bits
I love a good autumn wreath on the front door, but I also like using smaller ones as table centerpieces. Handmade dried flower wreaths on Etsy are so much prettier than the plasticky shop-bought ones — and they last for ages.
To layer in a little extra autumn charm, I also love adding a large round decorative tray — perfect for grouping candles, mini pumpkins, or seasonal décor. These small touches make the table feel intentional, cosy, and very “autumn ready,” essential for any Autumn Home Decor setup.
Maple Leaves Decor
What says autumn better than the golden, fiery colours of a maple leaf? From little touches on the table to pretty stained glass bits, maple leaves just scream cosy fall vibes. It’s such an easy way to bring a bit of Autumn Home Decor into your home and enjoy all those gorgeous, changing colours.
Why I Love Buying Autumn Bits on Etsy
It feels good knowing you’re supporting small makers instead of just filling the trolley at the supermarket. Plus, you end up with things that feel personal — not just the same cushion everyone else bought in the sale.
So, whether it’s cuddly blankets, pretty mugs, or a wreath that makes you smile when you walk in the door, Etsy is full of lovely little touches to make your home feel cosy this autumn. Honestly, even adding just one or two Autumn Home Decor pieces makes a big difference when the nights draw in.
Now excuse me while I go light a candle and pretend the laundry pile doesn’t exist for half an hour — and if you fancy more inspiration, you can read my other blog posts here.
Big hugs,
Julie x
