Take me back to last Friday when we were in Charle Take me back to last Friday when we were in Charleston! 😉 Thought I’d share a little recap of our day in our favorite city today!
When the vacation vibes are too good to leave… so you extend the trip another day 😎✌️
Charleston had me in a chokehold (again), so naturally I said “why not?” to 24 more hours in my favorite city 💕 We hit all our fave spots, soaked in every last bit of charm, and it was so worth it. Now back to reality… and counting down to the next getaway (even if it’s a long wait 😅)
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My little “meow-sistant” is back at it again, My little “meow-sistant” is back at it again, helping me make the bed for Christmas in July! 🐾😹
This guest room setup is giving cozy holiday cottage vibes, and I’m obsessed. I got this adorable bedding from @levtexhome last year, and it’s still just as purr-fect as ever! 😻🎄

If you’re looking for simple, festive ways to decorate a bedroom for the holidays, I just dropped all my favorite tips on the blog → [https://morningsonmacedonia.com/how-to-decorate-a-bedroom-for-christmas/ ]

Does your cat help with the decorating too, or just supervise like mine? 😂
These are the ultimate Christmas in July cookies! These are the ultimate Christmas in July cookies! 🍪🎄
Say hello to my raspberry thumbprint cookies, made with my Meme’s homemade raspberry jelly and baked with lots of love. 💗 They’re buttery, fruity, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious.

Perfect for your holiday cookie lineup… or honestly, anytime you’re craving something sweet and nostalgic. I shared the full recipe on the blog today → [https://morningsonmacedonia.com/raspberry-thumbprint-cookies/]

Who else grew up baking thumbprint cookies with their grandma? 🥺👇
🎄Christmas in July just got a whole lot sweeter 🎄Christmas in July just got a whole lot sweeter!
These Heath Bar Cookies are my ride-or-die holiday treat. I make them every single year without fail 🍪✨ And once you try them, you’ll see why!

They’re chewy, buttery, and loaded with toffee goodness… basically holiday magic in cookie form. 🪄 Grab the full recipe over on the blog → [https://morningsonmacedonia.com/heath-bar-cookie-recipe/]

What’s your go-to Christmas cookie? Let’s swap recipes in the comments! 👇
✨Christmas in July reminder: START your homemade ✨Christmas in July reminder: START your homemade vanilla extract now!🎄
If you want an easy, thoughtful gift that people actually love, this is it. Just grab some vanilla pods, vodka, cute jars + labels, and you’re set.

It takes a few months to infuse, so now’s the perfect time to get ahead of the holiday chaos. I shared the full how-to on the blog if you wanna make your own → [https://morningsonmacedonia.com/homemade-vanilla-extract/]

Trust me, once you give these out, everyone will be asking for more next year. 💌
Have you ever made your own extract before? Or thinking of trying it this year?
Here’s a little Christmas in July baking hack f Here’s a little Christmas in July  baking hack for you!! Bake your desserts early, before you actually need them, and then freeze them!! We all know how busy the holidays can get and the last thing you wanna do is to have to bake another dessert! That way, you just have to lay them out in the fridge the night before! I’ve been doing this for years and it always saves me so much time!
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This tea mocktail is giving fruity, fizzy summer m This tea mocktail is giving fruity, fizzy summer magic in a glass 🍹✨
I mixed @tearunners Dragonfruit Rooibos tea with @topochicousa Mango seltzer and WOW! It’s  tropical, refreshing, and zero guilt. Basically, summer in a cup.
Even better? You can use my code CHARITY10 for 10% off your own tea box! Sip, save, repeat 😉
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Can you believe July is almost over?! 😱 Before Can you believe July is almost over?! 😱
Before it slips away, I had to share one more dose of Christmas in July magic! ✨🎄
Every year, one of my favorite holiday traditions is turning my coffee bar into a cozy little hot cocoa bar, and it seriously brings all the festive feels.
There’s just something so magical about sipping hot cocoa by the glow of a Christmas tree, even if it’s 90 degrees outside! 😍☕️
Bring on the marshmallows and twinkle lights, cozy season is always welcome here.
Who says festive drinks are just for December?! 🎄✨
These pomegranate rosemary ice cubes are one of my favorite holiday hacks, and they’re too pretty not to use year-round.
They instantly turn sparkling water into a chic little mocktail, and they look absolutely magical as they melt! 😍
So of course I had to bring them out for Christmas in July!
You can swap in cranberries too, so many fun combos to try!
Get the easy how-to on the blog:
👉 https://morningsonmacedonia.com/festive-cranberry-rosemary-ice-cubes/

Time to make your drinks a little more merry & bright! Even in July!
Is it even late summer if you’re not already dre Is it even late summer if you’re not already dreaming of Starbucks fall drinks?! 🍁🍎
I don’t go often, but once those cozy fall flavors hit the menu, I’m there daily.
So while we all impatiently wait, I decided to make my own Apple Oatmilk Macchiato at home… and y’all, it tastes just like the real deal!
I dropped the full recipe on the blog so you can make it too:
👉 https://morningsonmacedonia.com/starbucks-apple-oatmilk-macchiato-recipe/

Let’s romanticize fall together a little early, shall we? ☕️✨
Plot twist: I turned into a full-on garden girly a Plot twist: I turned into a full-on garden girly and I’m not mad about it 🌱🍅
I’ve been using @biogrowth_organics liquid catalyst every two weeks and y’all… the difference is WILD.
Just look at these baby tomatoes and black-eyed peas popping off 😍
Can’t wait for my first real harvest, this stuff is the secret sauce! 🧪💚 And you can use my coupon code “CHARITY10” for 10% off too!! 

#gardenmagic #biogrowthorganics #greenthumbvibes #organicgardening #plantpowered #raisedbedgardening
When life gives you a fallen green tomato… you f When life gives you a fallen green tomato… you fry it 🍅🔥
One of my little tomatoes popped off the vine while I was fixing the trellis (rude). But listen, I’ve put way too much love into these raised beds to let anything go to waste. So I sliced it up, fried it Southern-style, and WOW… crispy, tangy, perfection.
Honestly? Might “accidentally” knock a few more off the vine just to make another batch 😏
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This tea mocktail is giving fruity, fizzy summer m This tea mocktail is giving fruity, fizzy summer magic in a glass 🍹✨
I mixed @tearunners Dragonfruit Rooibos tea with @topochicousa Mango seltzer and WOW! It’s  tropical, refreshing, and zero guilt. Basically, summer in a cup.
Even better? You can use my code CHARITY10 for 10% off your own tea box! Sip, save, repeat 😉
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POV: It’s 100° outside but you’re in full Chr POV: It’s 100° outside but you’re in full Christmas mode 🎄☀️
Call me unhinged, but I’m deep into Christmas in July and I’m not sorry about it. Twinkle lights, cozy vibes, hot cocoa (okay, iced cocoa) ☕️ I want it all.
If you’re craving a little festive magic in the middle of summer, you’re in the right place. Come obsess over Christmas decor and cozy inspo with me, the AC is blasting and the nostalgia is real. ❄️✨
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Christmas in July just got a major upgrade 🎄🍪 Say hello to these walnut + brown sugar shortbread cookies—with a secret espresso twist!☕️ They’re rich, nutty, not too sweet, and perfect with your morning coffee. I made them this weekend and they were gone in no time!

Wanna bake a batch too? Grab the full recipe on the blog ➡️ [https://morningsonmacedonia.com/walnut-and-brown-sugar-shortbread-cookie-recipe/]
Would you try these now or save them for December? 👇🏻

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Christmas in July just got tastier! 🎄🍪 Who s Christmas in July just got tastier! 🎄🍪 Who says you have to wait ’til December to make gingerbread cookies?! These soft cut-out gingerbread cookies are my go-to recipe—easy to make, fun to decorate, and SO delicious! I dropped the full recipe on the blog, so head there for all the cozy cookie vibes ➡️ [https://morningsonmacedonia.com/soft-cut-out-gingerbread-cookies/]

Would you make these now or save ‘em for December? And what’s YOUR ultimate Christmas cookie? Tell me below! 👇🏻🎅
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For this week’s Tuesday Treats, I’m sharing a For this week’s Tuesday Treats, I’m sharing a super simple recipe!! This might be the easiest summer dessert you’ll ever make 🍑👇
Just dump it, bake it, and try not to eat the whole thing in one sitting 😅 This peach dump cake is that good—and yes, it’s as effortless as it sounds.
Full recipe is live on the blog: https://morningsonmacedonia.com/easy-peach-dump-cake/ 🍑 
And I’m baking it up in my fave @caraway_home pan (because cute + non-stick = win). Use code MORNINGS_ON_MACEDONIA10 for 10% off!
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#friendsofcaraway #caraway #carawayhome #peachcake #peachdumpcake #peachrecipe #tuesdaytreats
This might be the easiest summer dessert you’ll This might be the easiest summer dessert you’ll ever make 🍑👇
Just dump it, bake it, and try not to eat the whole thing in one sitting 😅 This peach dump cake is that good—and yes, it’s as effortless as it sounds.
Full recipe is live on the blog: https://morningsonmacedonia.com/easy-peach-dump-cake/ 🍑 
And I’m baking it up in my fave @caraway_home pan (because cute + non-stick = win). Use code MORNINGS_ON_MACEDONIA10 for 10% off!
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Tragically, my vacation has ended. I will now be a Tragically, my vacation has ended. I will now be accepting thoughts, prayers, and PTO donations during this difficult time. 🖤 #RIPVacation 🤣
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Take me back to last Sunday, living our best beach Take me back to last Sunday, living our best beach life and having the ultimate Sunday Funday at @ripleysmyrtlebeach! 🐠🌊 From sharks to stingrays to glow-in-the-dark jellyfish, the aquarium was so much fun. If you’re heading to Myrtle, this spot is a must. Check my stories for the link, you’re gonna want this on your itinerary! 😉✨
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Lifestyle · August 11, 2022

Back to School Essentials

Okay so spoiler alert- I am not going back to school. BUT, I am a total nerd and I absolutely LOVE stationary, planners, new pens, the whole nine yards! And I’ve recently partnered up with Erin Condren to share the best back to school essentials ever.

And, just like me, you don’t have to be going back to school to use them. Going back to school is no longer just for kids and this brand new collection is proof of that! It comes with everything you need to refresh your desk or office space.

Not only is everything fun, but functional too! We’re talking brand new stationary, writing tools, and organizing must-haves that are also designed to bring you joy by their pretty appearance.

Y’all already know what a huge Erin Condren fan I am. I’ve already shared that they make the best life planners around! So If you’re a nerd like me, be sure to check out this brand new and fun collection too!

Back to School Essentials

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What Are the Back to School Essentials?

So now I am going to highlight everything that came in my back to school collection box. I’m not gonna lie y’all, this is so much fun for me! I used to love going back to school shopping (both for clothes and supplies) and there is nothing like some brand new pens and pretty folders.

Because of that, I am greatly enjoying myself testing out all the new goodies and sharing them with you. I may not be going back to school, but I do use a lot of these products in my daily life. I am old school and love to write down appointments and everything in a planner.

And I like to brainstorm blogging ideas in an actual paper notebook. As I mentioned in my Haven Conference recap, I love to actually take notes too whenever I am in a class. I feel like I learn even better when I write things down.

Daily Routine and Ritual Notebook

This notebook is brand new and literally just launched on August 10th. So it is just a few days old! Get your hands on this notebook to start discovering what your daily routines and rituals are.

I am excited to jot some of mine down from day to day and see which ones I am more prone to. And which ones I actually stick with and like.

In Bloom Academic Planner

Okay, an academic planner is obviously a must for some back to school essentials. I feel like if you really are a student, you gotta have one! Definitely helps you stay organized with all your upcoming classes and/or assignments as well.

Weekly Habits Sticky Notepad

This one kind of goes along with the daily routine and ritual notebook. But it’s in sticky pad form which is even easier to write down a few notes for it!

Color Change Pen Set 6pk

Um, excuse me?? Color changing pens?! Sign me up please because how fun is that?! Make your note taking go to the next level with these fun pens!

Student Weekly Schedule Deskpad

This is another back to school essential if you truly are a student. This would be perfect to keep on your desk to help you be able to quickly organize everything with just a glance!

Sticky Note Ball

Okay, I’m sorry, a sticky note ball?! Again, how much fun is that?! Why weren’t these cute things around back when I was in school?

Vegan Leather Folio

I definitely geeked out on this beautiful leather folio. It can hold so many things since there are so many different sized pockets and everything in it.

I immediately thought that it can hold some of my business cards and things like that. So if you’re a blogger too, then you definitely should invest in one of these. Plus, the vegan leather is so soft and buttery!

Blush Calculator

I mean you gotta have a calculator on your desk right? And not just any old calculator, but a cute blush one obviously!

Gold Bookmark Ruler

Same thing goes for rulers too, right? It needs to be gold and shiny and pretty! I also love how this one doubles as a bookmark too! Bonus points!

Lined 3 Subject Notebook

These are my favorite notebooks and the ones I use to brainstorm all my blog ideas. Plus, it’s definitely another back to school essential for students for sure! You can’t really go to school without notebooks, can you?

And can they be any cuter? Erin Condren has so many beautiful designs to choose from. There is literally something for everyone on their site!

Heading Back to School

Well, whether you’re heading back to school or just to your office, I hope this post gave you some great ideas on cute and functional back to school essentials! Have you ever used any Erin Condren products before too?!

If so, which ones are your favorites? I would love to know! Let me know in the comments below and thank you so much for stopping by my friends!

My Back to School Essentials
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Comments

  1. LaKisha Mosley says

    August 12, 2022 at 2:39 pm

    Love this post. Thanks for sharing these products.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      August 13, 2022 at 11:43 pm

      Thank you! They are some great products for sure!

      Reply
  2. Nyxie says

    August 12, 2022 at 3:20 pm

    While I’m not going back to school, I do love to use this time to get organised for a new season. I love all the wee organisation things that pop up for back to schoolers.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      August 13, 2022 at 11:44 pm

      Yes, I am the same way! I am not going back to school either, but love these essentials to help refresh my desk/office space!

      Reply
  3. Caroline says

    August 12, 2022 at 5:19 pm

    The best thing about going back to school was restocking my stationery! I tend to mostly use my laptop for uni now, but still use plenty of stationary for my bullet journal. The sticky note ball looks like fun 🙂

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    • Charity Gentry says

      August 13, 2022 at 11:44 pm

      Thank you! It sure is! Love fun stationary products like that!

      Reply
  4. readandreviewit says

    August 12, 2022 at 6:45 pm

    Ooh I love this! I’m a massive stationery lover but somehow hadn’t heard of Erin Condren before – I’ll have to check it out! I’m starting uni in September and this gave me so many ideas. The post it note ball and colour changing pens both look super fun! Thank you so much for sharing x

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    • Charity Gentry says

      August 13, 2022 at 11:45 pm

      Oh my gosh! You have to check out Erin Condren then! She has so many cute things!!

      Reply
  5. Lucy says

    August 12, 2022 at 6:51 pm

    These are really great back-to-school essentials, I love the leather folio and the calculated, they’re cute!

    Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk

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    • Charity Gentry says

      August 13, 2022 at 11:45 pm

      Thank you so much! I love those products too!

      Reply
  6. Savannah says

    August 13, 2022 at 12:36 am

    Great post! I’m a 27 year old woman who is also definitely not going to school, but I feel exactly the same way about stationary, lol. These are wonderful picks! Thank you so much for sharing.

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    • Charity Gentry says

      August 13, 2022 at 11:45 pm

      Lol glad I am not the only one that feels that way about stationary too!

      Reply
  7. Elements of Happy says

    August 13, 2022 at 2:39 pm

    I got so excited reading this and I’m not even going to school! Haha. I love this. The sticky note ball is the cutest.

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    • Charity Gentry says

      August 13, 2022 at 11:46 pm

      Lol that’s how I was too. I’m not going back to school either, but I love all these pieces!

      Reply
  8. Riyah Speaks says

    August 15, 2022 at 3:10 pm

    I’m not going back to school but I’m such a sucker for stationary supplies. The ones that you shared are so cute.

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    • Charity Gentry says

      August 15, 2022 at 9:38 pm

      Thank you. I am the same way. Love all the cute stationary pieces!

      Reply
  9. Jenny in Neverland says

    August 15, 2022 at 3:53 pm

    Cute stationery! I love stationery too but I wouldn’t need such an extensive amount now, I left school many years ago! I do miss doing all the stationery shopping before September!

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    • Charity Gentry says

      August 15, 2022 at 9:39 pm

      Yeah, I am not in school either but I love having all these piece for my desk and office space.

      Reply
  10. lifestyleseason says

    August 15, 2022 at 4:16 pm

    Great post! I love buying stationary for back to school as well! These items look great and I especially love the planners since I use them a lot for blogging and everyday life!

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    • Charity Gentry says

      August 15, 2022 at 9:39 pm

      Thank you so much! I use the planners the most too! They are very helpful when it comes to blogging!

      Reply
  11. Julian says

    August 15, 2022 at 4:52 pm

    The noteball and pens are so cool! And I am a sucker for a good planner/list maker. Great tips!

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    • Charity Gentry says

      August 15, 2022 at 9:39 pm

      Thank you so much. I think they are too!

      Reply
  12. ellegracedeveson says

    August 15, 2022 at 6:51 pm

    You’ve shared some great school essentials which I’ll defiantly be sharing with friends and family. I think we all find posts like this beneficial as remembering everything can be a nightmare. Thank you so much for sharing this with us lovely Xo

    Elle – ellegracedeveson.com

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    • Charity Gentry says

      August 15, 2022 at 9:40 pm

      Thank you so much. I totally agree. I have to have everything written down or else I won’t remember any of it lol

      Reply
  13. Britt says

    August 15, 2022 at 7:43 pm

    These are all so much fun – I love the weekly habits tracker. As someone with ADD, trying to stick to a daily routine is a struggle at the best of times haha! That’s something that I could definitely see helping to keep me organized.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      August 15, 2022 at 9:40 pm

      Thank you! Yes, that weekly habits tracker is very beneficial for sure.

      Reply
  14. Jaya says

    August 15, 2022 at 8:51 pm

    I’m headed to university, so this list was so helpful! Love the looks of the calculator and folio. 🥰

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    • Charity Gentry says

      August 15, 2022 at 9:41 pm

      Oh yay. I am glad you found the list to be helpful then!

      Reply
  15. Roaring Pumpkin says

    August 15, 2022 at 9:14 pm

    I’m a total nerd for stationery as well! I absolutely love all the items of this list and want to purchase 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      August 15, 2022 at 9:41 pm

      Thank you so much. You definitely should! Erin Condren pieces are the best!

      Reply
  16. Design lover says

    August 16, 2022 at 2:59 pm

    I’m not a student now, but I really enjoyed your blog post. Actually, I’m in love with pens, planners and all these stuff shopping. And I’m not going to stop it, haha 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      August 16, 2022 at 10:29 pm

      Thank you! I am the same way. Not a student, but still love this kind of stuff!

      Reply
  17. Andrea Hunt says

    August 16, 2022 at 7:37 pm

    I was today old when I realized I needed a sticky note ball!! That looks so cool! 😀 Great post thanks for sharing! 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      August 16, 2022 at 10:30 pm

      Lol right?! Every adult needs a sticky note ball!

      Reply
  18. Toby Raymon says

    August 17, 2022 at 10:32 am

    Yes, all these products are definitely useful either one is in school or not. But my favourite has to be the that blush calculator.🥺😍

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    • Charity Gentry says

      August 17, 2022 at 10:58 pm

      Thank you! I love that one too! And it is so handy!

      Reply
  19. Basic With Life says

    August 17, 2022 at 8:53 pm

    I’m a stationery addict so I love this post. Suddenly my post it pad is boring, the cube of post it notes is super cute. I want it. 😂
    Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      August 17, 2022 at 10:59 pm

      Awe so glad you enjoyed it too then! Thank you!

      Reply
  20. Pastor Natalie (ExamineThisMoment) says

    August 18, 2022 at 12:55 am

    Such a great list not only for back to school but products that can be used for various projects and in the workplace. Thank you for sharing these suggestions.

    Pastor Natalie (ExamineThisMoment)
    Letstakeamoment.com

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    • Charity Gentry says

      August 18, 2022 at 11:21 pm

      No problem at all! Glad you enjoyed this list too!

      Reply
  21. pinecanvasblog says

    August 19, 2022 at 1:09 pm

    Great review and really essential thing. I am going to school, but I think from the previous year that a good pen (bought 4 colors in 1), notepad and tablet will be enough. Maybe. Though this sticky note ball is really cool and who said you can only use it while in school? It would be perfect for office/kitchen also for quick notes 🙂

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    • Charity Gentry says

      August 19, 2022 at 5:38 pm

      Yes, I am using it in my office too because I am not going back to school either. These make perfect office accessories too!

      Reply
  22. Melissa says

    August 20, 2022 at 4:17 am

    I like back-to-school items too. I do like the new items that you have listed for back-to-school. Excellent post.

    Reply

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My little “meow-sistant” is back at it again, My little “meow-sistant” is back at it again, helping me make the bed for Christmas in July! 🐾😹
This guest room setup is giving cozy holiday cottage vibes, and I’m obsessed. I got this adorable bedding from @levtexhome last year, and it’s still just as purr-fect as ever! 😻🎄

If you’re looking for simple, festive ways to decorate a bedroom for the holidays, I just dropped all my favorite tips on the blog → [https://morningsonmacedonia.com/how-to-decorate-a-bedroom-for-christmas/ ]

Does your cat help with the decorating too, or just supervise like mine? 😂
These are the ultimate Christmas in July cookies! These are the ultimate Christmas in July cookies! 🍪🎄
Say hello to my raspberry thumbprint cookies, made with my Meme’s homemade raspberry jelly and baked with lots of love. 💗 They’re buttery, fruity, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious.

Perfect for your holiday cookie lineup… or honestly, anytime you’re craving something sweet and nostalgic. I shared the full recipe on the blog today → [https://morningsonmacedonia.com/raspberry-thumbprint-cookies/]

Who else grew up baking thumbprint cookies with their grandma? 🥺👇
🎄Christmas in July just got a whole lot sweeter 🎄Christmas in July just got a whole lot sweeter!
These Heath Bar Cookies are my ride-or-die holiday treat. I make them every single year without fail 🍪✨ And once you try them, you’ll see why!

They’re chewy, buttery, and loaded with toffee goodness… basically holiday magic in cookie form. 🪄 Grab the full recipe over on the blog → [https://morningsonmacedonia.com/heath-bar-cookie-recipe/]

What’s your go-to Christmas cookie? Let’s swap recipes in the comments! 👇
✨Christmas in July reminder: START your homemade ✨Christmas in July reminder: START your homemade vanilla extract now!🎄
If you want an easy, thoughtful gift that people actually love, this is it. Just grab some vanilla pods, vodka, cute jars + labels, and you’re set.

It takes a few months to infuse, so now’s the perfect time to get ahead of the holiday chaos. I shared the full how-to on the blog if you wanna make your own → [https://morningsonmacedonia.com/homemade-vanilla-extract/]

Trust me, once you give these out, everyone will be asking for more next year. 💌
Have you ever made your own extract before? Or thinking of trying it this year?
Here’s a little Christmas in July baking hack f Here’s a little Christmas in July  baking hack for you!! Bake your desserts early, before you actually need them, and then freeze them!! We all know how busy the holidays can get and the last thing you wanna do is to have to bake another dessert! That way, you just have to lay them out in the fridge the night before! I’ve been doing this for years and it always saves me so much time!
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This tea mocktail is giving fruity, fizzy summer m This tea mocktail is giving fruity, fizzy summer magic in a glass 🍹✨
I mixed @tearunners Dragonfruit Rooibos tea with @topochicousa Mango seltzer and WOW! It’s  tropical, refreshing, and zero guilt. Basically, summer in a cup.
Even better? You can use my code CHARITY10 for 10% off your own tea box! Sip, save, repeat 😉
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Can you believe July is almost over?! 😱 Before Can you believe July is almost over?! 😱
Before it slips away, I had to share one more dose of Christmas in July magic! ✨🎄
Every year, one of my favorite holiday traditions is turning my coffee bar into a cozy little hot cocoa bar, and it seriously brings all the festive feels.
There’s just something so magical about sipping hot cocoa by the glow of a Christmas tree, even if it’s 90 degrees outside! 😍☕️
Bring on the marshmallows and twinkle lights, cozy season is always welcome here.
Who says festive drinks are just for December?! 🎄✨
These pomegranate rosemary ice cubes are one of my favorite holiday hacks, and they’re too pretty not to use year-round.
They instantly turn sparkling water into a chic little mocktail, and they look absolutely magical as they melt! 😍
So of course I had to bring them out for Christmas in July!
You can swap in cranberries too, so many fun combos to try!
Get the easy how-to on the blog:
👉 https://morningsonmacedonia.com/festive-cranberry-rosemary-ice-cubes/

Time to make your drinks a little more merry & bright! Even in July!
Is it even late summer if you’re not already dre Is it even late summer if you’re not already dreaming of Starbucks fall drinks?! 🍁🍎
I don’t go often, but once those cozy fall flavors hit the menu, I’m there daily.
So while we all impatiently wait, I decided to make my own Apple Oatmilk Macchiato at home… and y’all, it tastes just like the real deal!
I dropped the full recipe on the blog so you can make it too:
👉 https://morningsonmacedonia.com/starbucks-apple-oatmilk-macchiato-recipe/

Let’s romanticize fall together a little early, shall we? ☕️✨
Plot twist: I turned into a full-on garden girly a Plot twist: I turned into a full-on garden girly and I’m not mad about it 🌱🍅
I’ve been using @biogrowth_organics liquid catalyst every two weeks and y’all… the difference is WILD.
Just look at these baby tomatoes and black-eyed peas popping off 😍
Can’t wait for my first real harvest, this stuff is the secret sauce! 🧪💚 And you can use my coupon code “CHARITY10” for 10% off too!! 

#gardenmagic #biogrowthorganics #greenthumbvibes #organicgardening #plantpowered #raisedbedgardening
When life gives you a fallen green tomato… you f When life gives you a fallen green tomato… you fry it 🍅🔥
One of my little tomatoes popped off the vine while I was fixing the trellis (rude). But listen, I’ve put way too much love into these raised beds to let anything go to waste. So I sliced it up, fried it Southern-style, and WOW… crispy, tangy, perfection.
Honestly? Might “accidentally” knock a few more off the vine just to make another batch 😏
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#greentomatoes #friedgreentomatoes #friedgreentomato #homegrowntomatoes #raisedgarden
This tea mocktail is giving fruity, fizzy summer m This tea mocktail is giving fruity, fizzy summer magic in a glass 🍹✨
I mixed @tearunners Dragonfruit Rooibos tea with @topochicousa Mango seltzer and WOW! It’s  tropical, refreshing, and zero guilt. Basically, summer in a cup.
Even better? You can use my code CHARITY10 for 10% off your own tea box! Sip, save, repeat 😉
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#teamocktail #icedteaseason #tearunners #seltzerwater #seltzerszn #seltzers #topochico
POV: It’s 100° outside but you’re in full Chr POV: It’s 100° outside but you’re in full Christmas mode 🎄☀️
Call me unhinged, but I’m deep into Christmas in July and I’m not sorry about it. Twinkle lights, cozy vibes, hot cocoa (okay, iced cocoa) ☕️ I want it all.
If you’re craving a little festive magic in the middle of summer, you’re in the right place. Come obsess over Christmas decor and cozy inspo with me, the AC is blasting and the nostalgia is real. ❄️✨
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#christmasinjuly🎄 #christmasmantle
Christmas in July just got a major upgrade 🎄🍪 Say hello to these walnut + brown sugar shortbread cookies—with a secret espresso twist!☕️ They’re rich, nutty, not too sweet, and perfect with your morning coffee. I made them this weekend and they were gone in no time!

Wanna bake a batch too? Grab the full recipe on the blog ➡️ [https://morningsonmacedonia.com/walnut-and-brown-sugar-shortbread-cookie-recipe/]
Would you try these now or save them for December? 👇🏻

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#ChristmasInJuly #ShortbreadMagic #EspressoCookies #NotTooSweet #HolidayCookies #CozyBakes #christmasbaking
Christmas in July just got tastier! 🎄🍪 Who s Christmas in July just got tastier! 🎄🍪 Who says you have to wait ’til December to make gingerbread cookies?! These soft cut-out gingerbread cookies are my go-to recipe—easy to make, fun to decorate, and SO delicious! I dropped the full recipe on the blog, so head there for all the cozy cookie vibes ➡️ [https://morningsonmacedonia.com/soft-cut-out-gingerbread-cookies/]

Would you make these now or save ‘em for December? And what’s YOUR ultimate Christmas cookie? Tell me below! 👇🏻🎅
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#christmasinjulycookies #christmascookiesfordays #gingerbreadcookie
For this week’s Tuesday Treats, I’m sharing a For this week’s Tuesday Treats, I’m sharing a super simple recipe!! This might be the easiest summer dessert you’ll ever make 🍑👇
Just dump it, bake it, and try not to eat the whole thing in one sitting 😅 This peach dump cake is that good—and yes, it’s as effortless as it sounds.
Full recipe is live on the blog: https://morningsonmacedonia.com/easy-peach-dump-cake/ 🍑 
And I’m baking it up in my fave @caraway_home pan (because cute + non-stick = win). Use code MORNINGS_ON_MACEDONIA10 for 10% off!
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#friendsofcaraway #caraway #carawayhome #peachcake #peachdumpcake #peachrecipe #tuesdaytreats
This might be the easiest summer dessert you’ll This might be the easiest summer dessert you’ll ever make 🍑👇
Just dump it, bake it, and try not to eat the whole thing in one sitting 😅 This peach dump cake is that good—and yes, it’s as effortless as it sounds.
Full recipe is live on the blog: https://morningsonmacedonia.com/easy-peach-dump-cake/ 🍑 
And I’m baking it up in my fave @caraway_home pan (because cute + non-stick = win). Use code MORNINGS_ON_MACEDONIA10 for 10% off!
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Tragically, my vacation has ended. I will now be a Tragically, my vacation has ended. I will now be accepting thoughts, prayers, and PTO donations during this difficult time. 🖤 #RIPVacation 🤣
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#vacationsover #backtoreality😩 #backtothegrind #backtoworkblues
Take me back to last Sunday, living our best beach Take me back to last Sunday, living our best beach life and having the ultimate Sunday Funday at @ripleysmyrtlebeach! 🐠🌊 From sharks to stingrays to glow-in-the-dark jellyfish, the aquarium was so much fun. If you’re heading to Myrtle, this spot is a must. Check my stories for the link, you’re gonna want this on your itinerary! 😉✨
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