There’s something about the first cool mornings of fall that makes me crave a slower pace. The air feels softer, the sun sets earlier, and suddenly the house becomes the place we all want to gather. But with that change often comes a quietness that can feel a little too gray.
That’s where color steps in for me.
I have always believed that a little color has the power to lift a whole season. A bowl of bright pears on the counter, a stack of gingham napkins, a pop of blue under a warm meal. They are the small bits of brightness that keep the season cheerful, even as the leaves start to fall.
When I started Sally Splash, I imagined pieces that could move through these changes with ease. Not just summer at the lake or winter by the fire, but every table in between. I love that our placemats feel as natural next to a tower of tiny pumpkins as they do under a spring bouquet. They were meant to be timeless companions to the seasons, never competing with them, always letting a bit of personality shine through.
Color in the fall feels like a gentle nudge toward warmth, a way to soften the edges of shorter days. It makes weeknight dinners feel a little more special and reminds us that gathering around a table is never just about the meal.
Here’s to a colorful fall, not only in what we see but in how we feel, the memories we gather, and the light we bring into the season.
I hope this season encourages us to share that sense of brightness with the people around us. A thoughtful bouquet for a neighbor, a handwritten note on cheerful stationery, a table that feels welcoming even on an ordinary Thursday. These little touches of color can be a gift in themselves, carrying warmth into someone else’s day.
As the air cools and life becomes busier, let’s remember that color has the power to make a home feel alive. It can draw people closer, spark conversations, and turn even the simplest meal into a memory worth keeping.
A colorful fall is not just about what sits on the table. It is about the spirit we bring to it, the kindness we offer, and the joy we pass along to those we gather with.
