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Table of Contents
From Amy’s Desk
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Sweater Weather Soundtrack
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Seasonal Moodboard
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Autumn Hues
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A California Fall Gathering
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Hosting Must Haves
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Fall Recipes
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Current Obsessions
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FROM THE DESK
Amy Peltier
Fall always has a way of making home feel a little different. The light changes, the mornings get cooler, and I find myself naturally drawn to richer colors, softer textures, and the simple things that make this time of year feel special. In this issue, I’m sharing a few things I’m loving right now, from autumn-inspired moodboards and color combinations to ideas for hosting. There are also a few fall recipes I’ve been wanting to make, along with some of my current obsessions that have found their way into my home and everyday life. A little inspiration for the season ahead, wherever you’re enjoying it from.
xx Amy
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A Look Inside
My Fall Moodboard
This season I’m influenced by a warm and rich palette. Chocolate tones and caramel hues meet moody blues, while red marble and organic murals bring a sense of depth, movement, and old-world charm. These colors and textures come together in a way that feels relaxed, collected, and ready for cozy days at home.
Autumn Hues Fall is all about embracing richer, warmer color. Deep blues, caramel tones, chocolate browns, and earthy burgundies bring depth and coziness into the home, while soft blush and creamy neutrals keep the palette feeling balanced and inviting. Layered together, these colors create spaces that feel warm, collected, and full of character. Perfect for settling in as the season changes. All colors are from Benjamin Moore.
Van Deusen Blue
Classic Caramel
Tudor Brown
Allspice
French Vanilla
Dark Burgundy
A Fall Gathering
Fall in California looks a little different. There’s no need to cover the table in pumpkins or lean too heavily into traditional autumn colors. Instead, we love bringing in the feeling of the season through warmer textures, natural materials, and a little more glow. Think a dinner outside as the sun starts to set, candles flickering across the table, warm wood tones, layered linens, and a table that feels collected rather than overly styled. Whether you're hosting a casual dinner with friends or gathering the family around the table, these five details can make your home feel ready for fall without losing that easy California spirit.
1. Bring in Warmer Tones Skip the traditional orange and rust. Caramel, chocolate brown, warm taupe, and natural wood bring fall's warmth into your home in a more subtle way.
2. Let the Lighting Do the Work As the days get shorter, lean into softer lighting. Turn off the overheads and bring in table lamps, sconces, and plenty of candlelight.
3. Layer the Table Mix natural textures like linen, woven placemats, wood, ceramic, and brass. The result feels warm and inviting without looking overly seasonal.
4. Bring the Outdoors In Look to nature instead of traditional fall decor. Branches, greenery, dried florals, or a bowl of pears add an effortless seasonal touch.
5.Make It About Gathering The best part of entertaining isn't the table setting. It's what happens around it.Set out a cocktail before dinner, put on a favorite playlist, serve something that can be passed around the table, and don't worry about making everything perfect. A California fall gathering doesn't need pumpkins, plaid, or a house full of orange. Sometimes all it takes is a little warmth, beautiful materials, good food, and a table set for people you love.
Gather Around sharing some of my hosting favorites!
Fall Recipes Crisp pears, warm spices, and comforting flavors come together in simple recipes made for gathering, lingering, and enjoying the season at home. Whether shared around the table or enjoyed on a quiet afternoon, these are the kinds of recipes that make fall feel especially welcoming.
Fall Pear Spritz INGREDIENTS 2 oz. pear juice or pear nectar 1½ oz. vodka or bourbon ½ oz. fresh lemon juice 2 oz. sparkling water or prosecco 1 tsp. maple syrup Ice Pear slice + rosemary sprig, for garnish
DIRECTIONS Step 1: Add pear juice, vodka or bourbon, lemon juice, and maple syrup to a cocktail shaker with ice. Step 2: Shake well and strain into an ice-filled glass. Step 3: Top with sparkling water or prosecco. Step 4: Garnish with a thin pear slice and rosemary.
PEAR WALNUT SALAD INGREDIENTS For the salad: 2 ripe pears, thinly sliced 5 oz mixed greens, arugula, or baby spinach ½ cup walnuts, toasted ⅓ cup crumbled goat cheese or blue cheese ¼ cup dried cranberries Optional: thinly sliced red onion For the dressing: 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1½ tbsp balsamic vinegar 1 tbsp maple syrup 1 tsp Dijon mustard Salt & freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
DIRECTIONS Step 1 - Toast the walnuts: Place walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant. Let cool. Step 2 - Make the dressing: Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon, salt, and pepper. Step 3 - Build the salad: Add greens to a large bowl. Arrange sliced pears, walnuts, goat cheese, and cranberries over top. Step 4 - Dress & serve: Drizzle with dressing just before serving and gently toss.
Easy Pumpkin Bread INGREDIENTS 1¾ cups all-purpose flour 1 cup pumpkin purée ¾ cup sugar ½ cup vegetable or melted butter 2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp baking soda ½ tsp salt 1½ tsp cinnamon ½ tsp nutmeg ¼ tsp ground cloves ¼ cup milk Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips
DIRECTIONS Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan. Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin, sugar, butter, eggs, vanilla, & milk. Step 3: Add the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Stir just until combined. Don't overmix! Step 4: Fold in walnuts or chocolate chips if using. Step 5: Pour into the loaf pan and bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Step 6: Let cool for about 15 minutes before slicing.
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