Home Decor Autumn 2025: the handmade trends that light up the atmosphere

Autumn vibes: the unique emotion of autumn.

There is a precise moment when you realize that autumn has arrived. The crisp air caressing you in the morning, the rustle of leaves carpeting the avenues in red and gold, the light that softens and wraps everything in a warm embrace. It’s the season that invites us to slow down, to enjoy the little things and to transform the home into a refuge of beauty and creativity.

The scent of freshly baked apple pie, a steaming herbal tea in your hands, a cozy blanket slipping over your shoulders and a candle spreading notes of vanilla, cinnamon and wet wood: these are the autumn vibes that make us fall in love with September and October, every year as if it were the first time.

And it is precisely from here that my work for you readers begins: I have gathered the 10 trends for Autumn 2025 home decor, reinterpreted in a handmade way with yarns, crochet, and creative details that will make every corner of your home even more special.

The Autumn 2025 Home Decor trends in a handmade style.

1. Pumpkins of every shape, color, and stitch

Pumpkins remain the undisputed icon of autumn: it’s impossible to imagine September and October without their cheerful and scenic presence. But 2025 wants them even more creative and versatile.

Not only orange and green: the new palettes range from natural shades of cream and terracotta to the more sophisticated burgundy and mustard, perfect for those who want an elegant touch without giving up the autumn spirit. The real novelty, however, is the freedom to reinterpret them in a handmade way:

• In crochet, worked in popcorn stitch or single crochet to give three-dimensionality and texture.
• In knitting, soft and padded, to be used as decorative cushions or cozy details on the sofa.
• In fabric, with cotton or velvet scraps, ideal for those who love a chic and minimal effect.

From mini pumpkins as table placeholders to oversized versions for the entrance or living room, each creation becomes a little manifesto of seasonal creativity. All it takes is a ball of yarn, a crochet hook, and a pinch of imagination to bring autumn into your home with style.

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2. Cozy blankets

No autumn is complete without a handmade blanket ready to wrap us in the most intimate and relaxing moments. It is the symbol par excellence of the season, that accessory that transforms a simple sofa into a corner of cuddles, reading, and steaming cups of tea.

2025 marks the triumph of cozy blankets: large, enveloping, designed to provide comfort and warmth. The trends are clear:

• Granny squares with mixed colors, for those who love the vintage style that always comes back into fashion.
• Popcorn stitch to create three-dimensional textures as soft as a hug.
• Giant knit braids, ideal for those who want a scenic and modern effect.

The palette shifts towards warm natural tones: beige, mustard, rust, forest green, with some touches of burgundy for a more sophisticated effect. And the size? Oversized, naturally: perfect to create the beloved hygge effect, the one that turns any evening into a special moment.

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3. Coffee pod holder shaped like a mushroom or acorn

Coffee is our little daily ritual, but with the arrival of autumn it can turn into an even more magical experience. How? With a pod holder in the shape of a mushroom or acorn, a creative detail that looks like it came out of an enchanted forest.

It’s not just a useful object to keep pods always organized, but a true piece of seasonal home decor. Imagine your kitchen: the aroma of espresso spreading, the soft morning light, and next to the machine, a crochet mushroom guarding the pods like a little treasure chest.

The most popular versions for 2025 play with thick and resistant yarns:

• Red mushroom with white polka dots, in perfect fairy-tale style.
• Acorn in brown and cream, with a minimal but super autumnal design.
• Personalized variations with embroidered details, to make them even more unique.

They are fun ideas to make in crochet and, why not, also to give as gifts: a handmade project that combines functionality and poetry.

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4. Breakfast placemats

Autumn often begins right here: a slow, enveloping breakfast, with golden light filtering through the window and the aroma of coffee filling the kitchen. Handmade placemats then become the undisputed protagonists, transforming the table into an intimate, seasonal set.

In 2025 we will see them in countless versions:

• In crochet, with openwork stitches or granny motifs reminiscent of grandma’s doilies but reinterpreted in a modern way.
• In rattan or natural cords, for those who love a rustic and essential mood.
• In fabric, perhaps enriched with crochet inserts, for a refined yet practical style.

Paired with cream-colored mugs, steaming cappuccinos, and freshly baked brioches, they become a detail that tells the season and sets the mood from the morning on.

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5. Autumn amigurumi

If there is one magic that only autumn can give, it is that of transforming forests into enchanted settings populated by pumpkins, mushrooms, foxes, squirrels, and little acorns. That is why autumn amigurumi are among the most loved trends of 2025: tender, irresistible, and capable of bringing a smile to any corner of the home.

From a decorative point of view, they are small details that make the difference:

• Colorful mushrooms to place on shelves and tables, recalling nature with a fairy-tale touch.
• Crochet squirrels and foxes, perfect for shelves and kids’ rooms, conquering both adults and children.
• Mini stuffed acorns, ideal as placeholders or to enrich an autumn decorative basket.

The beauty lies in their versatility: they can become handmade gifts, toys for the little ones or real scenic elements for your fall home decor. All it takes is a bit of stuffing, warm natural yarns, and the right crochet hook to bring a miniature forest to life.

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6. Garlands with leaves, mushrooms, and little pumpkins

There are details that alone can change the atmosphere of a room. The autumn crochet garlands fall right into this category: simple to make, versatile, and eye-catching, they are the must-have for those who love to follow the rhythm of the seasons even in their home decor.

Imagine a row of crochet leaves fading softly from yellow to burgundy, a sequence of mini pumpkins or a chain of colorful mushrooms that look like they came straight from an enchanted forest. Placed on the mantel, along a wall, or framing a window, garlands instantly create a cozy and cheerful effect.

The trend for 2025 is clear: play with natural palettes (cream, terracotta, forest green, mustard) alternated with more vibrant details, to bring warmth and personality to every corner of the house.

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7. Giant cappuchino amigurumi

Who said cappuccino is only for drinking? In 2025 it becomes a true crochet design object thanks to the giant cappuccino amigurumi trend. An ironic, surprising, and totally Instagrammable idea that brings a playful and super original touch to the living room.

Made with bulky and soft yarns, it takes the shape of an oversized cup with raised foam and perhaps even a “fake” embroidered sprinkle of cinnamon. It’s perfect as a decorative cushion, a scenic element for a relaxing corner, or a fun detail in a home office.

The best part is that you don’t need a photo set: just place the crochet cappuccino on a sofa or carpet to have irresistible content to share on social media. Because yes, handmade is not only creativity, but also a way to tell our personality.

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8. Mug cozies for university or office

Whether at university between notes, or at the office during an endless meeting, there’s always a moment when a cup of coffee or tea becomes our best ally. Crochet mug cozies are the accessory that turns this small routine into a cozy and stylish gesture.

Made in crochet, they easily slip around the mug, keeping the drink warm longer and protecting your hands from the heat. But that’s not all: they’re also fun and customizable. With colorful yarn and a few creative stitches, you can create:

• Wooden button mug cozies for a rustic mood,
• versions decorated with ears or little faces for a kawaii effect,
• Minimal solid color models for the more refined.

In 2025 the trend is to always carry them with you in your backpack or laptop bag, as a little travel comfort. And they also become a perfect gift idea: a handmade thought that combines usefulness and originality.

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9. Fall basket or Boo Basket

Straight from American social media comes a trend that in 2025 promises to conquer our homes too: Fall baskets (or, in the Halloween version, Boo Baskets). These are autumn baskets filled with little surprises and creative thoughts, to gift or share with those we love.

The beauty is that each basket can be customized based on the recipient:

• yarns and crochet accessories for a creative friend,
• scented candles and herbal teas for those who love the hygge atmosphere,
• seasonal sweets and spiced cookies for the gourmands,
• mini amigurumi themed with pumpkins or mushrooms for the little ones.

The idea is simple but impactful: a handmade gesture of care that transforms an ordinary basket into a unique gift, capable of warming the autumn of whoever receives it.

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10. Pumpkin Pie

It’s not just a dessert: in 2025 pumpkin pie becomes a true all-around icon, able to combine taste and decoration. The classic spiced pumpkin pie, enriched with a cloud of meringue or whipped cream, doesn’t just appear on tables, but inspires accessories, crochet decorations, and home decor details.

Imagine pumpkin pie-shaped cushions, placemats printed with its unmistakable orange spiral, and even pie-amigurumi to use as scenic centerpieces. It is the sweetest and coziest symbol of this Autumn 2025: an instant reminder of home warmth, the scent of cinnamon and nutmeg, and afternoons spent between the oven, crochet, and steaming teas.

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Autumn invites us to rediscover home.

Autumn is the season that more than any other invites us to slow down, to rediscover the home as a refuge, and to surround ourselves with details that warm the heart. From crochet pumpkins to cozy blankets, through woodland amigurumi, colorful garlands, and even the sweetest handmade pumpkin pie, the 2025 trends are an invitation to live autumn not only as a season but as a sensory experience.

With yarns, crochet hooks, and a pinch of imagination we can transform every corner of the house into a little creative story. Each project is a moment for yourself, but also a special gift to share with those we love.

On our shop you’ll find everything you need to bring these ideas to life: yarns in autumn palettes, accessories, and tools that will make your home decor unique and personal.

Because autumn is more beautiful when it’s handmade.

Rosaria Tessiland®