What will inspire you to make the most of this fall? Consider creating a short “little things to love about fall” list. Not only can it remind you of simple comforts, it can shape how you spend the season and help you notice the small moments that make autumn special.
Think about the sights, scents, memories, activities, and traditions that matter to you. A short, intentional list can change your expectations for the months ahead and encourage more meaningful experiences.
Years ago I shared a post called “20 Little Things to Treasure in Autumn” and later repeated it as “20 Little Things I Love About Fall.” I didn’t expect it to resonate so widely, but readers began creating and sharing their own lists. That response proved how powerful a small, focused idea can be—especially when it celebrates everyday pleasures.
Today many bloggers feel pressure to hire photographers or invest heavily in seasonal decor to attract attention online. But the simple act of listing the little joys you want to savor can be just as inspiring. In fact, I still prefer remembering that warmth and contentment often come from everyday comforts rather than elaborate displays.
Making a list helps keep me grounded when life feels scattered. It’s a gentle way of naming what truly matters: the cozy textures, the familiar fragrances, the rituals that bring ease and happiness. If you make a list, it can keep your season focused on the things you value most.
Below is the list I first posted years ago, shared again here with only minor updates because the essentials remain the same. Use it as a prompt to write your own—then let those simple joys guide your autumn.
What would you include on your fall list?
Simple pleasures, good company, and comforting routines—that’s what makes fall feel like fall. Remember to savor them.
20 Little Things To Love About Fall
- Quiet dinners by the fire
- Reading mystery novels in softly lit rooms
- Flannel sheets at the end of a long day
- Candles flickering
- The scent of cinnamon, oranges, and cloves
- Pumpkins in windows or on porches
- Roasts, potatoes, and carrots
- Feather beds piled high on a chilly night
- Watching movies snuggled under soft blankets
- Cozy socks
- Pie baking in the oven
- The warm crackle of a wood stove
- Buttered squash with brown sugar
- Chili with corn bread drizzled in honey
- The wind moving through colorful leaves
- The glow of lamps seen through windows
- Laughter filling a room
- Scrabble games and popcorn
- Caramel apples
- Family traditions
If you make your own list, I’d love to see it—share it where you gather online or write it down and let it shape your season. Simple lists can reconnect us with what brings quiet joy and contentment.
Fall Nesting Series:
Happy Fall Nesting!
A Round up of Fall Doormats
Day One: An Autumn Mindset
Day Two: 20 Little Things
Day Three: Cozying Up the House with Shutters
Day Four: How to Decorate Your Coffee Table in Any Season
Day Five: Fall House Tour
Day Six: Embrace Your Style (and adapt as needed)
Day Seven: Cozy Fall Morning Rituals
YAY FOR FALL!
P.S. You can also open the 20 Little Things video in full screen on YouTube.
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