🤣 “Don’t worry babe, I got the hanging fern 🤣 “Don’t worry babe, I got the hanging ferns this summer!”
Me, 5’0”: …should’ve done it myself. 😜

Lesson learned: never trust him with anything above eye level. 🌿😂

#plantfails #fernfails #husbandhumor #shortgirlproblems #husbandwifecomedy #husbandwifehumor
If only all baking was this quick & easy, right?! If only all baking was this quick & easy, right?! 😆 Whipped up this warm, gooey apple cinnamon swirl bread over the weekend and… wow. Zero crumbs left. 🙌🏼

The best part? I shared the full recipe on the blog today so you can make it too, your kitchen is about to smell amazing. 🤤

https://morningsonmacedonia.com/apple-cinnamon-swirl-bread/ 🍎 

#applebread #fallbaking #easybaking
👻✨ Can we talk about how stinkin’ cute this 👻✨ Can we talk about how stinkin’ cute this “Hey Boo” sign turned out?! Made it with my trusty @glowforge and now it’s living its best life on my coffee bar shelf ☕💀

Want to see exactly how I made it + my simple, cozy Halloween setup? 🎃 Head over to the blog for all the inspo: https://morningsonmacedonia.com/minimalist-halloween-decor-ideas/

#heyboo #halloweensign #diyhalloweendecor #halloweencrafts #glowforgecreations
☕✨ My secret iced coffee upgrade? A scoop of @ ☕✨ My secret iced coffee upgrade? A scoop of @armracolostrum every single morning 🙌🏼 It blends right in, you can’t taste it at all, and you still get all the incredible benefits 💪🏼 Talk about a win-win.

I show you exactly how I make it, so easy you’ll wonder why you didn’t try it sooner. 🧊 Be sure to use code CHARITY for 15% off your order!

And if you’re thinking “uhhh… what even is colostrum?” 👀 I’ve got you—full breakdown on my blog: https://morningsonmacedonia.com/the-best-colostrum-brand/

#armracolostrum #colostrum #colostrumbenefits #icedcoffeehack #coffeelover
The cat room just got a glow-up 😻✨ We upgrade The cat room just got a glow-up 😻✨ We upgraded to the Pet Snowy automatic self-cleaning litter box and WOW! T cat mama is officially done scooping forever 🙌🏻
I was nervous to set it up, but it took minutes and was crazy easy to use. Bonus: the cats are obsessed too. 🐾
If you’ve been on the fence… consider this your sign to hit “add to cart.” You’ll wonder how you ever lived without it. 🐈
I may or may not have started decorating for fall I may or may not have started decorating for fall 🤔 I just can’t help myself 🤣 It’s been kind of cooler and rainy here lately and I’ve just been in the mood to decorate! I didn’t think I was going to this early because it was such a hot summer, but now I’m feeling it! And I think this Apple themed tiered tray is the perfect start to a little fall, don’t you think?! 🍎
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#appledecor #falldecorations #falltieredtray #falldecoratingideas #tieredtraydecor #tieredtraysofinstagram #tieredtraysaremyjam
I guess I won’t trust the hubby with this respon I guess I won’t trust the hubby with this responsibility ever again! 🤣 Even though I’m only 5 foot, I would have had better luck keeping them alive at this point 😜
For today’s Tuesday Treats, I’m sharing these For today’s Tuesday Treats, I’m sharing these to die for cookies! These apple butter thumbprint cookies disappeared in two days flat… and honestly, I should’ve doubled the batch 🍎✨ They’re soft, buttery, and filled with cozy fall flavor in every bite. If you’re craving a fall dessert, this is your sign to bake them ASAP.

Full recipe is up on the blog, go grab it before apple season sneaks up on us! 😉
👉 https://morningsonmacedonia.com/apple-butter-cookies/
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#tuesdaytreats #applebutter #applebuttercookies #applecookies #applecookie #falldesserts #fallcookies #falldessert
Easing my way into fall one cozy swap at a time 🍂✨ No full-blown pumpkins yet… just little touches here and there while I plan the big reveal 😉 Because let’s be real, going all-in too soon can be overwhelming (and I still need to enjoy my iced coffee phase 🤣).
When do you officially go full-on fall with your decor? 🍁
POV: You tell yourself you’re just making dinner POV: You tell yourself you’re just making dinner… but it turns into a full-blown Halloween moment 🎃👻
Made this “spooky” chicken pot pie over the weekend and OMG! SO good. 🥧✨ I used Halloween cookie cutters for the crust and added little pastry bats around the edges 🦇 How cute would this be for a pre–trick-or-treat dinner?!
Full recipe + all my spooky pie tips are on the blog today, go snag it before October sneaks up on us! 😋
https://morningsonmacedonia.com/can-you-freeze-chicken-pot-pie-after-baking/
Weekend recap: we stumbled into what might just be Weekend recap: we stumbled into what might just be the cutest small town ever- Abingdon, VA! 😍🛍️🍴
Think charming boutiques, antique treasure hunts, and food that’ll make you want seconds (and thirds).
Never heard of it? You’re not alone, but you definitely need to add it to your travel list ASAP!
Blog post with all the deets right here: https://morningsonmacedonia.com/things-to-do-in-abingdon-va/ 💻
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#abingdon #abingdonva #travelvlogger #travelvloggers #travelvlogs
Self-control? Never heard of her. 😂 And this is Self-control? Never heard of her. 😂 And this is after my hubby and I had a meeting about our budget! 🤣 I mean a few new pieces of fall decor never hurt anyone right?! And I mean all these beautiful pieces need a new home too! 😉 This is exactly why I can’t trust myself in Target to just pop in and “grab one thing I needed” 😜

Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/5kYES #ltkhome #ltkseasonal #targethaul #fallhomedecor #falldecorations #cozyfall #cozyfalldecor #hearthandhandwithmagnolia
👀🍪 Can we talk about how monster-ously cute 👀🍪 Can we talk about how monster-ously cute these sprinkle cookies are?! 😍 Perfect for Halloween… or honestly, any random Tuesday. 🤣 Soft, gooey, and fresh from the oven = pure happiness. Who else loves a good sprinkle sugar cookie? 🎃✨
👻✨ My big ghost plant markers were a hit, so… meet their mini spooky-cute siblings! Perfect for your houseplants, they add just the right touch of Halloween charm without scaring the leaves off. 🌱💀
🎃👻 Can we talk about how spook-tacularly cut 🎃👻 Can we talk about how spook-tacularly cute these Halloween sugar cookies turned out?! 🍪✨ Perfect for your party spread or a cozy night in with some frosting and sprinkles. I shared the full step-by-step (yes, even the icing tips!) on my blog so you can whip up your own batch before the big day: https://morningsonmacedonia.com/how-to-decorate-halloween-cookies/ 🖤
Goodbye summer sheets 👋🍂 Hello, cozy fall vi Goodbye summer sheets 👋🍂 Hello, cozy fall vibes! I’m obsessed with these rich, moody colors and luxe textures that just scream autumn. 🍁✨ Velvet quilt is from @levtexhome, and my dreamy sheets are from @bollandbranch use code MACEDONIA for 15% off and thank me later. 🛏️💛
I had to jump on this trend since it’s perfect f I had to jump on this trend since it’s perfect for me! And I needed to show y’all my most recent antique haul from last weekend! 😂
BREAKING: I’ve been diagnosed with a rare condition, my body can’t produce its own antiques 😩🪞🕰️
So unfortunately, I’m forced to supplement… by thrifting, estate sales, flea markets, you know, for medical reasons 🤣
Anyone else suffering from this very serious (and very stylish) condition?? Please tell me I’m not alone 😅
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#antiquelover #blameitonmyvintageheart #antiqueshopping #antiquehaul #vintageshopper #vintagestyles #myvintagestyle
Turning this little corner into a full-on fall hug Turning this little corner into a full-on fall hug 🍂🛋️ Spotted the prettiest faux floral arrangement at Target and instantly knew it belonged right here in the guest bedroom. Now it’s giving cozy, inviting, and maybe I’ll just move in myself. What do you think, nailed it? 😍

Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/5kVmB #ltkseasonal #ltkfindsunder100 #ltkhome
Spotted: the cutest fall stems ever 🍁✨ You kn Spotted: the cutest fall stems ever 🍁✨ You know I had to give them a starring role on my entryway table! The breezy temps lately have me fully convinced fall is tiptoeing in… and honestly, I’m not mad about it one bit. 🍂 Who else is already sprinkling cozy vibes around the house?

Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/5kUSI #ltkhome #ltkseasonal
Self-control? Never heard of her. 😂 And this is Self-control? Never heard of her. 😂 And this is after my hubby and I had a meeting about our budget! 🤣 I mean a few new pieces of fall decor never hurt anyone right?! And I mean all these beautiful pieces need a new home too! 😉 This is exactly why I can’t trust myself in Target to just pop in and “grab one thing I needed” 😜
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Christmas · December 9, 2019

Creating a Welcoming Christmas Front Porch With Just a Few Simple Touches

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You all know I love to decorate my front porch for every season, and Christmas is no exception! Even though we don’t really sit outside during the cold weather, I wanted to make a beautiful entryway for my guests to enjoy when they walk up to enter our home.

So I kept it very simple and just added a few Christmas touches, mainly working with what I already had on hand. I don’t go to crazy with the outdoor Christmas lights, mainly because my hubby won’t let me!

If it was up to me, I would probably Clark Griswold the whole place! But I did add a couple of mini trees, just enough for a cozy glow. Keep on reading to see just how I styled our porch!

Cozy Christmas Front Porch
I just love the glow from the Christmas lights!

Christmas Doormat

So the first easy touch I added was a new Christmas doormat. I still had my buffalo check scatter rug from Kirkland’s that I wanted to re-use for Christmas, so I just needed a new doormat.

I ended up getting the Joy doormat from the Hearth and Hand collection at Target. This doormat is nice and simple. And that’s how I want people to feel when they enter my home- full of joy! So it was the perfect little touch.

Joy Hearth & Hand with Magnolia door mat
Close up view of my rug and doormat!

On each side of the rug, I added two little trees that light up. I got them from Big Lots several years ago and we have them set up to a timer so they automatically come on every night at 5:30 pm and turn off by 11:00 pm.

I would highly recommend getting a timer that way you don’t have to remember to go out in the freezing cold to turn your lights on and off! It’s definitely been a huge help to have them set to a specific time.

Christmas Front Porch

You can see my two trees a little better in the picture above. The only problem I have with them is that they are very lightweight and just the slightest gust of wind will blow them over.

So I need to try to find a heavy rock or something to put in the base of the trees to help secure them in place a little better. I also included the buffalo check pattern into my rocking chair pillows too.

I ordered these pillow covers off of Amazon and just put them over my pillows I already had on the porch. This was a cheap way to add a festive little touch as well.

Vintage Sled with Ice Skates

Vintage Christmas Sled

Now time for my favorite part of my Christmas front porch decor- that vintage sled in the corner! My mother in law gave that to me this year and I am obsessed!

I knew when she gave it to me, I needed to find some vintage ice skates to go with it and a wreath too. Luckily, I found the Christmas wreath from Tiny Land.

I also got those vintage ice skates from Vintage Market Days and I am so happy I found them! They all look so perfect. It came together just like how I imagined it would!

The only problem with the sled being in the corner there was that when it was windy outside, it would get knocked over. I’ve lost a few pinecones on my wreath from it falling over so much!

But, we got creative and zip tied it to one of the rails on the porch and that prevented it from falling over again.

Vintage Ice Skates and Wreath
Close up view of my skates and wreath!

So as you can see I just added a few touches to my porch and made it more festive and bright for the season! It only took me a few minutes to create and I was able to keep the cost down low since I did not have to purchase too many new things for it.

Do you guys decorate your front porch for every season too? Let me know! I would love to hear what y’all like to do for a Christmas front porch at your home too!

Creating a Welcoming Christmas Front Porch with just a few simple touches
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🤣 “Don’t worry babe, I got the hanging fern 🤣 “Don’t worry babe, I got the hanging ferns this summer!”
Me, 5’0”: …should’ve done it myself. 😜

Lesson learned: never trust him with anything above eye level. 🌿😂

#plantfails #fernfails #husbandhumor #shortgirlproblems #husbandwifecomedy #husbandwifehumor
If only all baking was this quick & easy, right?! If only all baking was this quick & easy, right?! 😆 Whipped up this warm, gooey apple cinnamon swirl bread over the weekend and… wow. Zero crumbs left. 🙌🏼

The best part? I shared the full recipe on the blog today so you can make it too, your kitchen is about to smell amazing. 🤤

https://morningsonmacedonia.com/apple-cinnamon-swirl-bread/ 🍎 

#applebread #fallbaking #easybaking
👻✨ Can we talk about how stinkin’ cute this 👻✨ Can we talk about how stinkin’ cute this “Hey Boo” sign turned out?! Made it with my trusty @glowforge and now it’s living its best life on my coffee bar shelf ☕💀

Want to see exactly how I made it + my simple, cozy Halloween setup? 🎃 Head over to the blog for all the inspo: https://morningsonmacedonia.com/minimalist-halloween-decor-ideas/

#heyboo #halloweensign #diyhalloweendecor #halloweencrafts #glowforgecreations
☕✨ My secret iced coffee upgrade? A scoop of @ ☕✨ My secret iced coffee upgrade? A scoop of @armracolostrum every single morning 🙌🏼 It blends right in, you can’t taste it at all, and you still get all the incredible benefits 💪🏼 Talk about a win-win.

I show you exactly how I make it, so easy you’ll wonder why you didn’t try it sooner. 🧊 Be sure to use code CHARITY for 15% off your order!

And if you’re thinking “uhhh… what even is colostrum?” 👀 I’ve got you—full breakdown on my blog: https://morningsonmacedonia.com/the-best-colostrum-brand/

#armracolostrum #colostrum #colostrumbenefits #icedcoffeehack #coffeelover
The cat room just got a glow-up 😻✨ We upgrade The cat room just got a glow-up 😻✨ We upgraded to the Pet Snowy automatic self-cleaning litter box and WOW! T cat mama is officially done scooping forever 🙌🏻
I was nervous to set it up, but it took minutes and was crazy easy to use. Bonus: the cats are obsessed too. 🐾
If you’ve been on the fence… consider this your sign to hit “add to cart.” You’ll wonder how you ever lived without it. 🐈
I may or may not have started decorating for fall I may or may not have started decorating for fall 🤔 I just can’t help myself 🤣 It’s been kind of cooler and rainy here lately and I’ve just been in the mood to decorate! I didn’t think I was going to this early because it was such a hot summer, but now I’m feeling it! And I think this Apple themed tiered tray is the perfect start to a little fall, don’t you think?! 🍎
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#appledecor #falldecorations #falltieredtray #falldecoratingideas #tieredtraydecor #tieredtraysofinstagram #tieredtraysaremyjam
I guess I won’t trust the hubby with this respon I guess I won’t trust the hubby with this responsibility ever again! 🤣 Even though I’m only 5 foot, I would have had better luck keeping them alive at this point 😜
For today’s Tuesday Treats, I’m sharing these For today’s Tuesday Treats, I’m sharing these to die for cookies! These apple butter thumbprint cookies disappeared in two days flat… and honestly, I should’ve doubled the batch 🍎✨ They’re soft, buttery, and filled with cozy fall flavor in every bite. If you’re craving a fall dessert, this is your sign to bake them ASAP.

Full recipe is up on the blog, go grab it before apple season sneaks up on us! 😉
👉 https://morningsonmacedonia.com/apple-butter-cookies/
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#tuesdaytreats #applebutter #applebuttercookies #applecookies #applecookie #falldesserts #fallcookies #falldessert
Easing my way into fall one cozy swap at a time 🍂✨ No full-blown pumpkins yet… just little touches here and there while I plan the big reveal 😉 Because let’s be real, going all-in too soon can be overwhelming (and I still need to enjoy my iced coffee phase 🤣).
When do you officially go full-on fall with your decor? 🍁
POV: You tell yourself you’re just making dinner POV: You tell yourself you’re just making dinner… but it turns into a full-blown Halloween moment 🎃👻
Made this “spooky” chicken pot pie over the weekend and OMG! SO good. 🥧✨ I used Halloween cookie cutters for the crust and added little pastry bats around the edges 🦇 How cute would this be for a pre–trick-or-treat dinner?!
Full recipe + all my spooky pie tips are on the blog today, go snag it before October sneaks up on us! 😋
https://morningsonmacedonia.com/can-you-freeze-chicken-pot-pie-after-baking/
Weekend recap: we stumbled into what might just be Weekend recap: we stumbled into what might just be the cutest small town ever- Abingdon, VA! 😍🛍️🍴
Think charming boutiques, antique treasure hunts, and food that’ll make you want seconds (and thirds).
Never heard of it? You’re not alone, but you definitely need to add it to your travel list ASAP!
Blog post with all the deets right here: https://morningsonmacedonia.com/things-to-do-in-abingdon-va/ 💻
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#abingdon #abingdonva #travelvlogger #travelvloggers #travelvlogs
Self-control? Never heard of her. 😂 And this is Self-control? Never heard of her. 😂 And this is after my hubby and I had a meeting about our budget! 🤣 I mean a few new pieces of fall decor never hurt anyone right?! And I mean all these beautiful pieces need a new home too! 😉 This is exactly why I can’t trust myself in Target to just pop in and “grab one thing I needed” 😜

Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/5kYES #ltkhome #ltkseasonal #targethaul #fallhomedecor #falldecorations #cozyfall #cozyfalldecor #hearthandhandwithmagnolia
👀🍪 Can we talk about how monster-ously cute 👀🍪 Can we talk about how monster-ously cute these sprinkle cookies are?! 😍 Perfect for Halloween… or honestly, any random Tuesday. 🤣 Soft, gooey, and fresh from the oven = pure happiness. Who else loves a good sprinkle sugar cookie? 🎃✨
👻✨ My big ghost plant markers were a hit, so… meet their mini spooky-cute siblings! Perfect for your houseplants, they add just the right touch of Halloween charm without scaring the leaves off. 🌱💀
🎃👻 Can we talk about how spook-tacularly cut 🎃👻 Can we talk about how spook-tacularly cute these Halloween sugar cookies turned out?! 🍪✨ Perfect for your party spread or a cozy night in with some frosting and sprinkles. I shared the full step-by-step (yes, even the icing tips!) on my blog so you can whip up your own batch before the big day: https://morningsonmacedonia.com/how-to-decorate-halloween-cookies/ 🖤
Goodbye summer sheets 👋🍂 Hello, cozy fall vi Goodbye summer sheets 👋🍂 Hello, cozy fall vibes! I’m obsessed with these rich, moody colors and luxe textures that just scream autumn. 🍁✨ Velvet quilt is from @levtexhome, and my dreamy sheets are from @bollandbranch use code MACEDONIA for 15% off and thank me later. 🛏️💛
I had to jump on this trend since it’s perfect f I had to jump on this trend since it’s perfect for me! And I needed to show y’all my most recent antique haul from last weekend! 😂
BREAKING: I’ve been diagnosed with a rare condition, my body can’t produce its own antiques 😩🪞🕰️
So unfortunately, I’m forced to supplement… by thrifting, estate sales, flea markets, you know, for medical reasons 🤣
Anyone else suffering from this very serious (and very stylish) condition?? Please tell me I’m not alone 😅
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#antiquelover #blameitonmyvintageheart #antiqueshopping #antiquehaul #vintageshopper #vintagestyles #myvintagestyle
Turning this little corner into a full-on fall hug Turning this little corner into a full-on fall hug 🍂🛋️ Spotted the prettiest faux floral arrangement at Target and instantly knew it belonged right here in the guest bedroom. Now it’s giving cozy, inviting, and maybe I’ll just move in myself. What do you think, nailed it? 😍

Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/5kVmB #ltkseasonal #ltkfindsunder100 #ltkhome
Spotted: the cutest fall stems ever 🍁✨ You kn Spotted: the cutest fall stems ever 🍁✨ You know I had to give them a starring role on my entryway table! The breezy temps lately have me fully convinced fall is tiptoeing in… and honestly, I’m not mad about it one bit. 🍂 Who else is already sprinkling cozy vibes around the house?

Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/5kUSI #ltkhome #ltkseasonal
Self-control? Never heard of her. 😂 And this is Self-control? Never heard of her. 😂 And this is after my hubby and I had a meeting about our budget! 🤣 I mean a few new pieces of fall decor never hurt anyone right?! And I mean all these beautiful pieces need a new home too! 😉 This is exactly why I can’t trust myself in Target to just pop in and “grab one thing I needed” 😜

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