Fall hydrangeas in a vintage crate? Yes, please. See how I paired backyard blooms with a bold yellow dairy crate for one of the easiest and most charming fall styling ideas you’ll want to try this season.
Every now and then, a vintage find stops you in your tracks—and this bold yellow United Farmers dairy crate was one of those treasures.
With its red lettering and perfectly weathered charm, I knew it would shine come fall. So when our Vermont hydrangeas started turning those dreamy autumn tones, I popped a bundle inside for the easiest seasonal styling. Fall hydrangeas in a vintage crate? Yes, please.
Simple, pretty, and the kind of vintage decor that practically does the decorating for you.
Fall Hydrangeas: From Backyard Bushes to Vintage Crates
Our Vermont backyard is home to three big limelight hydrangea bushes, and while they’re beautiful in summer, it’s their fall transformation that truly steals my heart.
The blooms fade into the softest pinks, then deepen into bold, moody tones that practically beg to be clipped.
I gathered a huge, messy bundle—because restraint is overrated—and styled them in one of my all-time favorite vintage finds: a bright yellow United Farmers dairy crate with bold red lettering and just the right amount of chippy charm.
The mix of vibrant blooms and vintage character felt like fall decorating at its easiest—and prettiest.
More Ways to Decorate with Hydrangeas This Season
If you’re as hooked on hydrangeas as I am, you’re in good company. Whether you’re styling them fresh, dried, or foraged straight from the backyard, they bring instant charm to every corner of the home. Here are a few of my favorite ways to decorate with hydrangeas—from vintage crates to centerpieces and seasonal displays.
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Want to learn more about drying hydrangeas? My friend Kim of Shiplap and Shells shares her Simple Tips on How to Dry Hydrangeas for Your Home Decor.
Vintage Crates Make the Best Fall Decor (Here’s Why)
If there’s one vintage find I never pass up, it’s a colorful wooden crate—
Especially one with bold typography and a little history, like this yellow United Farmers dairy crate with red lettering. It’s the kind of piece that does half the decorating for you.
Pro Tip
Don’t leave behind that quirky crate! The more personality it has—think bold lettering, bright colors, or a little chippy paint—the more visual charm it’ll add to your seasonal styling. Use vintage crates as instant containers for fall florals, stack them for rustic height, or turn them into cozy vignettes on porches, tables, or shelves. They’re not just storage—they’re a styling statement.
To style it for fall, I gathered a big, generous bundle of our backyard hydrangeas—the bigger the bouquet, the better! No need for water or fuss.
How to Start Collecting Vintage Home Decor
Are you new to vintage collecting? This beginner’s guide will walk you through what to look for, where to shop, and how to style your favorite finds with an eclectic and personal touch.
I simply stripped most of the leaves from the stems to let the blooms shine, leaving just a few greens for texture and character.
The hydrangeas will naturally dry in the crate over time, making this an easy way to enjoy them all season long (and maybe into the next, if they hold up). Vintage crates and fall hydrangeas are a styling match made in heaven.
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You may also find more vintage crate decorating ideas in this Pie Safe Antique Kitchen Cupboards Decorating Ideas post.
There’s something so satisfying about pairing simple fall hydrangeas with a vintage crate full of character. It’s quick, charming, and effortlessly cozy—the kind of seasonal styling anyone can do with just a few clipped blooms and a good antique find.
Seasonal Porch Decorating with Vintage Style
From lilacs in spring to ski lodge charm in winter, this year-round guide shares how I decorate our Vermont porch with vintage style through every season. It’s packed with table settings, thrifted finds, cozy layers, and simple decorating ideas to bring timeless charm to your own outdoor space.
Whether you’re decorating for fall or simply love collecting crates as much as I do, this is one styling trick you’ll want to try again and again.
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Looking for simple, vintage-inspired decorating ideas you can try in an afternoon? Explore all my Styling Tips for easy seasonal projects, quick DIYs, and creative ways to style your home with charm.
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Do you love decorating with vintage crates and fall hydrangeas too? I’d love to see how you style them! Leave a comment below or tag me on Instagram so I can share your vintage styling ideas.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fall Hydrangeas in a Vintage Crate
To style fall hydrangeas in a vintage crate, start by clipping a large, full bundle of blooms—more is more! Strip most of the leaves, leave a few greens for texture, and simply arrange them in the crate with no water needed. It’s a simple and charming way to decorate for fall.
Yes, hydrangeas will naturally dry in a wooden crate without water. As they dry, their color softens and their shape holds beautifully, making them perfect for long-lasting fall and winter decor.
You can find vintage wooden crates at thrift stores, antique shops, flea markets, or seasonal vintage markets. Look for crates with bold lettering, unique colors, or old branding—these make the best statement pieces for seasonal styling.
Hydrangeas are one of the best flowers to style in vintage crates, especially in the fall when their colors deepen. Other favorites include dried lavender, wildflowers, eucalyptus, and winter greenery like pine or cedar.
Dried hydrangeas can last for several months—sometimes even a year—if kept out of direct sunlight and humidity. They’re perfect for rotating through the seasons and can be styled again in centerpieces, wreaths, or vintage displays.
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