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Simple Fall Decor Ideas Using Vintage Copper

By Rachel

published 09/05/2024

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These simple fall decor ideas using vintage copper will bring warmth and character to any space!

The crunch of leaves underfoot, the crispness in the air, the warm hues of the changing season – it can only mean one thing: fall is near. And, with it, comes the perfect opportunity to add a touch of cozy to your home with some simple fall decor ideas using vintage copper! From classic centerpieces to unique accents, here’s a look at how you can easily incorporate vintage copper into your fall decor this year.

Decorating with Copper Accents for Fall

This isn’t just any fall decor…we’re talking about vintage copper. Yes, the timeless metal that exudes warmth and sophistication and an all-around cozy aesthetic that’s so perfect for this new season.

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Vintage copper is one of my most favorite items to collect for my home and use at all times of the year. The beauty about old copper is that it can be styled up or down, for any season, with any decor style, and can be easily mixed and matched with more modern decor items.

Join me today as I share simple and budget-friendly ways of decorating with this beloved metal for fall!

Thrifting Tips for Finding Vintage Copper

First, let me share my tips for sourcing, finding, and curating old copper.

I’ll start by saying that vintage copper has become extremely popular in recent years. So, with that, comes increasing prices and the inability to find copper on a regular basis. But, no fear! There is still much to be had and, truly, I’ve had the most luck finding vintage copper for an affordable price at thrift stores.

When thrifting for vintage copper, note these things:

check thrift stores frequently for copper merchandise
look for makers markings or stamps
know what you are and are not willing to pay for thrifted copper
check every aisle because many times copper pieces can be found in random places
look for unique or rare copper items that aren’t often seen

Other places to look for vintage copper decor include:

Etsy
eBay
Mercari
estate sales
garage sales
antique shops

Types of Vintage Copper for Fall Decorating

Truly, there is an endless selection and variety of copper decor pieces out there.

However, there are a handful of favorites that I turn to year after year. These copper pieces are versatile, enabling me to use them in any space.

Some of my favorite copper decor pieces include:

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Simple Fall Decor Ideas Using Vintage Copper

Truth be told, out of any season, decorating for fall is my absolute favorite. This time of the year is just so cozy, full of warmth and everything that makes one feel at ease.

What’s better than wearing your favorite sweater while sitting outside in the chilly fall air, wrapped in a blanket, and sipping a warm beverage?! It’s the best feeling in the world, I conquer!

I’m super excited to be sharing all about vintage copper today…one of my all around favorite decorating themes.

Below you will find five budget-friendly styling tips and decorating hacks that anyone can do, fall or not.

Let’s get into it!

Fall Decorating: Using Vintage Decor to Add Warmth and Character

Decorating a home for fall is a cozy and creative process yet can sometimes feel overwhelming. You may be wondering things like:

“What decor do I use?”
“Can I mix new with old?”
“How do I make it all feel cohesive?” or
“What types of items will add warmth to my home?”

When decorating for a new season, there are always many ideals to consider and decorating choices to make. But, one of the easiest and most tried and true methods that I come back to year after year is styling my home with copper.

Here are five of my favorite ways to incorporate vintage copper for fall!

1. Integrate Copper Into Existing Decor.

The easiest and most simple way to style copper for fall is to incorporate it into any existing decor.

This means that, however you have home decorated all year round, like the staples that you don’t ever take down, copper can be effortlessly integrated into it.

As an example, I have many pieces of vintage kitchen decor that always live up above my kitchen cabinets. To add some warmth and make this well-used space feel more like fall, I simply added few pieces of copper, which I interspersed here and there.

All in, this process took me 20 minutes and it truly changes the whole look of my kitchen!

2. Copper and Fall Floral Arrangements.

From experience, I can fully say that copper pots, kettles, or bowls make for the prettiest fall floral arrangements!

Here’s my decorating hack for copper floral arrangements: Less is more! The copper is the star of the show so, to let it really shine, all that is needed are a few fall stems and maybe a ribbon. That’s it!

Some of my go-to items to use for fall floral arrangements include:

Lastly, when it comes to displaying your cozy fall arrangements, anything goes.

Some areas in my home where I like to arrange copper floral arrangements include:

as a table centerpiece
place one on each end of a shelf
on a bathroom counter
in a basket vignette

3. Easy DIY Ideas for Creating Fall Decor with Vintage Copper Items.

Vintage copper is timeless, making it the ultimate decor item to use for any type of display or vignette, whether fall or not!

This point isn’t a DIY project, rather a form of DIY decor. You see, it is possible to create a fall vignette without spending any money.

For a simple yet elegant entryway display, all I did was place two smaller copper decor items and then added in fall-themed accessories.

I pulled from things I already had on hand, making this entry shelf decor completely free!

When thinking about items to use for seasonal decorating, I always like to thrift it whenever possible. The benefit of thrifting seasonal decor is that it doesn’t cost a lot up front and then you have it to pull from year after year.

Some fall decor accessories that not only can be found thrifted but also mesh beautifully with copper include:

vintage thread spools
vintage books
faux fall stems
vintage fall-themed art
wood elements like cheese boxes or vintage cigar boxes
faux pumpkins

4. Vintage Copper Kitchen Decor- Styling Vintage Copper Cookware in a Fall-Themed Kitchen.

There’s nothing better than vintage copper in a kitchen.

I first saw this decorating element used in the movie ‘Julie and Julia’ and absolutely loved it. Fast forward years later, after many years of thrifting, and I now have something similar to the movie!

Something new that I recently tried in my kitchen was to use a thrifted peg rack and hang some of my smaller-scale copper pieces from it. I pulled some creamers and pitchers down to create a fall peg rack display and just adore how it looks!

Copper decor that can be used on a peg rack includes:

5. Creative Fall Ideas for Copper Decor- Using Copper in Unexpected Ways.

Finally, I wanted to briefly touch on the notion that you don’t need to limit vintage copper to the kitchen or dining space. Copper, much like milk glass or ironstone, has the unique ability to be styled just about anywhere!

Although I do love to style copper for fall in those more well-known spaces, I also tend to stray away from the norm and decorate with copper:

in bathrooms
on a mantel
in a hutch
on a credenza or wall shelf

Closing Tidbits on Simple Fall Decor Ideas Using Vintage Copper

You are the director and creator of your home. You do you! Take these simple fall decor ideas using vintage copper, run with them, and make it your own.

There isn’t a set of rules that you need to follow when it comes to styling your home, for fall or otherwise. Isn’t that refreshing?! Whatever feels cozy, comfortable, peaceful, welcoming, special, or a combination of each, do that.

This fall season, be encouraged to live simply, finding meaningful moments along the way.

Leave me a comment! Do you like to style copper for fall? I love hearing from you!

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