Scent the Scene: Cozy Fall Decor Ideas with Essential Oils

by Bella Martinez August 31, 2025

Scent the Scene: Cozy Fall Decor Ideas with Essential Oils

Fall is in the air, which means cozy nights, crisp mornings, and of course, beautiful fall decor. If you’re looking for creative, budget-friendly ways to refresh your home this season, DIY fall decor with essential oils is the perfect solution. Not only can you style your space with autumn-inspired crafts, but you can also elevate your atmosphere with the best fall essential oil blends. From pumpkin spice diffuser recipes to warm, woodsy aromas, essential oils allow you to transform your home into a cozy retreat that looks stunning and smells incredible.

In this guide, we’ll share our favorite fall essential oil DIYs and seasonal decorating tips that combine natural aromatherapy with simple, cozy home decor ideas. You’ll also discover how to safely use these blends to make the most of your autumn essential oils. Whether you’re hosting a fall gathering, decorating your living room for the season, or simply creating a cozy nook for yourself, these projects will bring warmth, comfort, and wellness to your space, all naturally.


Fall-Inspired Essential Oil DIYs

This season is the perfect time to bring out your Edens Garden Fall Essential Oil Blends. Put on your coziest playlist, sip a pumpkin spice latte, and add your favorite fall diffuser blend to your essential oil diffuser. Instantly, your home will be filled with warm, inviting aromas that capture the true essence of autumn.[1]


DIY Decorative Pumpkin Potpourri


What You Need


How To

  1. Carve open the top of the pumpkin and gut the pumpkin well so that there are no remaining particles inside. 
  2. Draw your design on the outside of the pumpkin, and get to carving! 
  3. Once your pumpkin is carved, rub fresh cinnamon on the inside of it, and add drops of Coffee Crumb Cake Blend along the sides of the pumpkin. 
  4. Place your tea light candle in the pumpkin and light it.


DIY Fall Hand Soap


What You Need


How To

  1. Add 150 drops of Sweater Weather and Fractionated Coconut oil to the 7.5 oz bottle, then fill with unscented liquid soap and stir until the ingredients are fully blended. 
  2. Download the free label here, print it out, cut along crop marks and glue it to the bottle.
  3. Place the bottle near the bathroom or kitchen sink.


DIY Leather Napkin Rings


What You Need


How To

  1. Measure at least 12 inches of leather and cut with scissors.  
  2. Add 5-10 drops of Friends & Family blend. Let the oil soak in the leather for at least 30 minutes.
  3. String colored beads onto the ends of the leather string and knot at the end.
  4. Wrap the leather piece around the napkin and tie it at the top.


DIY Spiced Chai Room Spray


What You Need


How To

  1. To make an essential oil room spray, combine Spiced Chai Latte blend and the grain alcohol in your glass spray bottle. 
  2. Let sit for a few hours before filling the rest of your bottle with distilled water or witch hazel. 
  3. Shake to combine and use as a natural air freshener.[2] 


DIY Fresh Fall Wreath


What You Need

  • Wreath Frame
  • Paddle Wire
  • Floral Tape
  • Live or Silk Florals
  • Branches and Greenery
  • Autumn Air Blend


How To

  1. If using live florals, make bunches of your floral using floral tape. 
  2. Take a bunch and fasten it to the wreath frame using your paddle wire, ensuring the bunches are securely fastened and won’t move. 
  3. Slightly overlap your next bunches.
  4. For a fuller, bulkier wreath, let each bunch cover a good portion of the next bunch. 
  5. Add a few drops of Autumn Air blend to create an even more inviting quality to your home. 


Pumpkin Spice Essential Oil Diffuser Blend

Nothing says fall quite like the warm, comforting aroma of pumpkin spice. While most people turn to candles or store-bought sprays, creating your own pumpkin spice diffuser blend with essential oils is a healthier, all-natural way to fill your home with the cozy scents of autumn. This blend combines sweet citrus notes with spicy, grounding aromas. Perfect for family gatherings, reading by the fire, or simply embracing those fall vibes.


Pumpkin Spice Diffuser Blend Recipe


How to Use It

  1. Add the above drops directly to your essential oil diffuser with water, following your diffuser’s instructions.
  2. Turn it on, sit back, and let the uplifting, spicy-sweet aroma transform your space.
  3. For added coziness, diffuse this blend while baking, decorating for fall, or hosting friends and family.

Not only does this diffuser blend smell like everyone’s favorite seasonal latte, but it also offers aromatherapy benefits. Nutmeg and Ginger essential oils provide warming, grounding effects, while Sweet Orange essential oil adds an uplifting, cheerful note to brighten your mood.


How to Safely Use Fall Essential Oil Blends

While diffusing essential oils is one of the easiest ways to enjoy the cozy aromas of fall, it’s important to use them safely so you and your family can enjoy all the benefits without worry. Here are a few expert tips to keep in mind when using your fall diffuser blends:

  • Diffuse in intervals: For best results, diffuse your autumn essential oil blends for 30–60 minutes at a time, giving your body and senses a break in between.
  • Dilute before topical use: If you’d like to create DIY fall body oils, sprays, or massage blends, dilute essential oils with a carrier oil (like Jojoba or Fractionated Coconut Oil). Start with about 2–3 drops of essential oil per teaspoon of carrier oil.
  • Keep away from children and pets: Some oils may be too strong or irritating for little ones or animals. Always research child- and pet-safe essential oils before diffusing around them.
  • Store properly: Keep your essential oils in a cool, dark place to maintain their potency all season long.


Fall In Love With Fall Essential Oils

When it comes to cozy fall decor, it’s the little details and the scents that make the biggest impact. Instead of reaching for synthetic fall candles or artificial sprays, you can create a warm, inviting home naturally with Edens Garden Fall Essential Oil Blends. Each 100% pure blend was crafted to capture the essence of autumn, from spicy-sweet pumpkin notes to grounding, woodsy aromas.

With options like the Create Your Own Seasonal Essential Oil Blends 3 Set and our Create Your Own Sampler Set, you can easily scent your space, uplift your mood, and enjoy the health benefits of aromatherapy all season long. 


SOURCES: 

  1. Fall Essential Oil DIY. https://athomewithashley.com/fall-essential-oils-diy/
  2. How to Have A Toxin Free Autumn | Essential Oil Recipes You Will Love. https://www.blissedmama.com/blog/2022/10/26/how-to-have-a-toxin-free-autumn-essential-oil-recipes-you-will-love/

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2 comments

Edens Garden

October 3, 2022 at 2:52 pm

Hi Sonia, yes you may substitute the blend listed in the recipe if you’d like.

Sonia Obregon-Carrasco

October 3, 2022 at 2:51 pm

Can any of the fall essential oil blends be used/substituted in the recipes shown above? I would like to make share all of the blends are safe to use in any of these recipes.