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! 😻🎄

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Before it slips away, I had to share one more dose of Christmas in July magic! ✨🎄
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There’s just something so magical about sipping hot cocoa by the glow of a Christmas tree, even if it’s 90 degrees outside! 😍☕️
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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:
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I don’t go often, but once those cozy fall flavors hit the menu, I’m there daily.
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I dropped the full recipe on the blog so you can make it too:
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I mixed @tearunners Dragonfruit Rooibos tea with @topochicousa Mango seltzer and WOW! It’s  tropical, refreshing, and zero guilt. Basically, summer in a cup.
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Outdoor · July 10, 2020

DIY Fire Pit

Is there anything better than sitting around a fire roasting marshmallows on a nice summer evening?? I think not! So that’s why I thought I would share with you all today this super easy and simple DIY Fire Pit we created at our house.

I say “we” lightly because my hubby did a majority of the work. But I was there for moral support!

This is one of our top outdoor spaces that we use often and I just love how it turned out. It’s the perfect place to entertain and enjoy with family and friends.

It’s also very relaxing and peaceful as well. So if you’re looking for some ideas on how to create your own DIY fire pit, look no further!

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Fire Pit Area
The perfect summer sitting spot!

What You Will Need for DIY Fire Pit:

  • Pea Gravel
  • Large Paver Rocks
  • River Rocks
  • Weed and Grass Killer
  • Adirondack Chairs
  • Fire Pit
  • Umbrella (optional)
  • Smoker (optional)

Instructions:

The first thing you need to do is mark off the space where you want to create your DIY Fire Pit! Once you have it outlined, then apply the weed and grass killer in that area (if necessary).

If you already have concrete space to place your fire pit in, that’s even better and easier!

After my hubby killed the grass in the area, he then applied a lot of pea gravel to the space and placed the large paver rocks on top. I love the way this turned out and it was much cheaper than pouring up some new concrete for this space.

He also placed some river rock around the border of the fire pit area to make it look better.

Fire Pit Area With Umbrella
Shop our Fire Pit Area look below:

Setting Up the Fire Pit Area:

Once you have your base of the area all set up, now it’s time for the fun part- styling it! I personally love adirondack chairs because they look so sleek, but they are also very practical for the space.

And of course you obviously need a fire pit too. You can find some great ones online or in Lowe’s or Home Depot as well.

Zero Gravity Chair Series from BCP

We also chose to place our smoker down here as well. I like having it down here better than on our deck because it frees up a lot of our deck space.

We wouldn’t have much room if we had both our grill and our smoker on our deck so this is the perfect option.

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I also like to add our umbrella down here sometimes as well. It can get kind of hot sometimes because it is in direct sunlight and doesn’t have much shade here. So if I am sitting down here in the middle of the day, I like to have some shade.

This and the smoker is of course optional, but that’s the fun part. You can style your DIY fire pit area any way you want to and whatever would be best for you!

Umbrella by fire pit
Finding a good quality adirondack chair is a must in my opinion for this space. Shop below to see some of my favorite options:

Conclusion:

As you can see, creating your own DIY fire pit is so super simple and can be done in just one afternoon if you have all the supplies ready and available!

I am very pleased with how this all turned out and it really improves our outdoor living space.

I love having multiple places outside to enjoy (see my front porch and my screened in porch posts too in case you missed those as well).

DIY Fire Pit
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Do you have a fire pit area in your home? If so, I would love to hear about it! What do you like to put there to style it? Let me know below and have a wonderful day my friends!

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Comments

  1. Children of Tomorrow says

    July 10, 2020 at 11:27 am

    This is such a good idea. Thank you for sharing

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 10, 2020 at 1:43 pm

      Of course! Glad you think so!

      Reply
  2. Brooke says

    July 10, 2020 at 12:00 pm

    Your fire pit looks really nice. I like how simple it looks. We have been talking about putting one in ourselves.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 10, 2020 at 1:47 pm

      Thank you so much! you definitely should! We love ours!

      Reply
  3. Mark Crone says

    July 10, 2020 at 12:09 pm

    What a great and simple diy project. And I can imagine the high use it will get when it’s all done. Thanks for sharing,

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 10, 2020 at 1:48 pm

      Yes, we definitely use it a lot and enjoy it! Thanks!

      Reply
  4. Sarah Mark says

    July 10, 2020 at 12:27 pm

    We are creating a space for a fire pit at the end of our garden! I will be giving moral support as well! A great post and some suggestions I will keep in mind
    Sarah
    http://Www.simplysarahjayneloves.com

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    • Charity Gentry says

      July 10, 2020 at 1:48 pm

      Thank you so much! That will be so much fun! You will definitely enjoy it!

      Reply
  5. Gabby says

    July 10, 2020 at 3:04 pm

    This is so cool! I love your DIY projects – you are so creative. I love how simple this fire pit DIY is. I’m going to have to share this with my aunt (who was talking about this the other day!)

    Much love always,
    GABBY

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    • Charity Gentry says

      July 10, 2020 at 9:39 pm

      Thank you so much! Yes, this project was super simple and easy to do!

      Reply
  6. Cassie says

    July 10, 2020 at 5:16 pm

    This looks adorable! We plan to have a fire pit someday.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 10, 2020 at 9:41 pm

      Thank you! And that’s so exciting, you will love it!

      Reply
  7. Olivia says

    July 10, 2020 at 6:21 pm

    Ah this looks so cool! Definitely so nice to have for the summer holidays! Thanks for sharing x

    xoxo Olivia | https://www.oliviaandbeauty.com/

    Reply
  8. Adam says

    July 10, 2020 at 6:35 pm

    Your home is so cool, it’s a great glimpse of what I call “hidden America”. Over on this side of the ocean, most people view America as New York & California. Hillbilly’s and gun crime. There’s so much more than that.

    Reply
  9. Adam says

    July 10, 2020 at 6:36 pm

    Your home is so cool, it’s a great glimpse of what I call “hidden America”. Over on this side of the ocean, most people view America as New York & California. Hillbilly’s and gun crime. There’s so much more than that..

    Reply
  10. That Happy Reader says

    July 10, 2020 at 10:14 pm

    Great post and ideal for those with a larger backyard. It’s always so relaxing sitting around a fire and socializing. 😀

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 10, 2020 at 10:22 pm

      Thank you so much! It really is! I love doing it!

      Reply
  11. Mrs. P&P says

    July 10, 2020 at 11:05 pm

    Looks like a super relaxing, cozy spot to enjoy the outdoors! Not using pea gravel was definitely our biggest mistake when we built our little fire pit. It looks lovely. You did a nice job.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 12, 2020 at 12:35 pm

      Thank you so much. I appreciate it. It is a lovely spot to enjoy!

      Reply
  12. Dea says

    July 10, 2020 at 11:27 pm

    This is so great! It’s so simple. Just need some easy stuffs and tidy it up a bit and you’re done! I would love to try that. Thanks for sharing! xx

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 12, 2020 at 12:36 pm

      Yes! It’s definitely not a hard project at all. Super simple and easy to do!

      Reply
  13. Nancy says

    July 10, 2020 at 11:54 pm

    Oooh you can never go wrong with roasting marshmallows on a summer evening outside. I love that you can make your own fire pit without having to go to the beach or doing anything major at home. I love the vibes here – you can hang out with others in the convenience of your own home safely!

    Nancy ✨ exquisitely.me

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 12, 2020 at 12:41 pm

      Yes! We love that too. It’s the perfect spot to gather for sure!

      Reply
  14. Isabelle Vita NYC says

    July 11, 2020 at 4:00 am

    I love your fire pit! It looks so cozy and relaxing. The weather’s been nice lately, so it’s good to spend some time outdoors.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 12, 2020 at 12:41 pm

      Yes, It’s always nice to spend time outside and enjoy it!

      Reply
  15. Margarida Vasconcelos says

    July 11, 2020 at 1:28 pm

    sadly don’t have a garden. thanks for sharing though.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 12, 2020 at 12:42 pm

      Thanks but this isn’t a garden, it’s a fire pit area. I don’t have a garden either.

      Reply
  16. Michelle says

    July 11, 2020 at 2:11 pm

    This is such a good idea, I would love a fire pit! Looks amazing! Thanks for posting x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 12, 2020 at 12:42 pm

      Thank you so much! I appreciate it. We definitely love having a fire pit area!

      Reply
  17. Aislinn Short says

    July 11, 2020 at 6:47 pm

    Wow thank you so much for sharing! I so badly want a fire pit but wasn’t sure how to do it by myself and make it look cute. Next home project!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 12, 2020 at 12:43 pm

      You should definitely do it! It wasn’t hard at all and the end result was totally worth it!

      Reply
  18. Jaya Avendel says

    July 11, 2020 at 8:26 pm

    I am blown away by how amazing this looks, and how simply you have distilled it all down to the key elements! An umbrella would be at the top of my list because it is so hot here, a piece of shade is welcome, as is some smoke to keep the bugs away. 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 12, 2020 at 12:44 pm

      Thank you so much! And yes, an umbrella is key when it is so hot outside!

      Reply
  19. Bri says

    July 11, 2020 at 8:27 pm

    I love this! It is absolutely perfect, and just in time. I was telling my parents how much we need one in our backyard.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 12, 2020 at 12:44 pm

      Oh perfect! You definitely need to try this out at your home then!

      Reply
  20. Rayo says

    July 11, 2020 at 9:28 pm

    You make it look so simple and cozy, you are so creative. Love it

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 12, 2020 at 12:44 pm

      Thank you so much my friend! I love how it turned out!

      Reply
  21. Alexis Farmer says

    July 12, 2020 at 9:39 pm

    Just pinned for later, this is one of the first things I want to do when I buy a house! I’m a sucker for a campfire

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 13, 2020 at 10:51 pm

      I am too! You should definitely do it!

      Reply
  22. Becky | Uptown Oracle says

    July 13, 2020 at 7:42 am

    This is such a great idea!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 13, 2020 at 10:51 pm

      Thank you so much Becky.

      Reply
  23. Chris says

    July 13, 2020 at 8:36 am

    I love your designs and projects. So creative, you make it looks so easy!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 13, 2020 at 10:53 pm

      Thank you so much! This one wasn’t too hard to complete!

      Reply
  24. lifestyleseason says

    July 13, 2020 at 11:03 am

    Great post! Your fire pit looks amazing! Thank you for sharing this!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 13, 2020 at 10:53 pm

      Thank you so much! I appreciate it.

      Reply
  25. Ellis James Designs says

    July 13, 2020 at 11:34 am

    Wow one afternoon! I thought it’d take 2 days but that’s awesome. It looks great, too, amazing job!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 13, 2020 at 10:54 pm

      Thank you so much! It wasn’t too hard of a project so we were able to knock it out quickly!

      Reply
  26. Faye says

    July 13, 2020 at 12:01 pm

    What a great idea! It looks so lovely and cosy too 🙂 x

    https://www.femaleoriginal.com

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 13, 2020 at 10:56 pm

      Thank you so much! It is pretty cozy at night!

      Reply
  27. Lisa Marie Alioto says

    July 13, 2020 at 1:06 pm

    Love your DIY firepit! I’ve always wanted one but my townhome doesn’t allow them. Someday…

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 13, 2020 at 10:56 pm

      Oh no! Yeah, maybe someday you can make one!

      Reply
  28. Amie says

    July 13, 2020 at 1:32 pm

    I honestly love this idea! It is amazing and my mum would love this!

    Love, Amie ❤️

    The Curvaceous Vegan

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 13, 2020 at 10:57 pm

      Thank you! You should definitely try it out then!

      Reply
  29. jenn says

    July 13, 2020 at 8:44 pm

    I always love all of your posts! I’ve been wanting to make a fire pit in our backyard for awhile now. I just gotta get everyone else on board!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 13, 2020 at 10:59 pm

      Yes! You should! It’s been so fun to enjoy it this summer!

      Reply
  30. Sophie says

    July 13, 2020 at 9:06 pm

    This looks like a great setup, we love our fire pit on summer evenings. Ours is surrounded by some built in seating in our garden so it was a pretty easy area to setup x

    Sophie

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 13, 2020 at 11:00 pm

      Oh yay! I love having easy set ups like that!

      Reply
  31. Travel for a while says

    July 14, 2020 at 5:08 am

    Looks simple but it really adds a lot to the outdoor living space. Great idea, I wish I had the space for one!
    Anda

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 15, 2020 at 10:54 pm

      Thank you so much! If you ever get the space for one, you should try it out!

      Reply
  32. Love, Em says

    July 14, 2020 at 7:05 am

    This is gorgeous! I love a good fire pit. My mum is planning on having a whole man pit installed because we use them so much. I think it is gorgeous what you have created, especially for the summer. I love watching the starts, eating smores and snuggling by a fire pit! This is a great DIY, thanks for sharing!

    Em | http://www.loveemblog.com

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 15, 2020 at 11:51 pm

      Thank you so much! I love eating Smores by the fire pit too. You just can’t beat it!

      Reply
  33. Nic | Nic's Adventures & Bakes says

    July 14, 2020 at 9:24 am

    Thanks for sharing, I have always wanted a fire-pit outside, so I could do camp fire and smorres 🙂

    Nic | Nic’s Adventures & Bakes

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 15, 2020 at 10:56 pm

      Yes! Making Smores outside is the best part in my opinion!

      Reply
  34. Meera says

    July 14, 2020 at 11:15 am

    This looks beautiful and such a good idea too! We don’t have a fire pit but regularly have fires in our garden when we have guests over so this would be perfect! I love sitting outside by a fire. Thanks for sharing x

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    • Charity Gentry says

      July 15, 2020 at 10:57 pm

      No problem! Glad you enjoyed it! Having an outdoor fire is the best!

      Reply
  35. Kalin says

    July 14, 2020 at 11:57 am

    This looks great! My dad DIY’ed a firepit a few years and followed a process really similar to yours. He used much smaller pavers and it took a lot longer haha but the end product is perfect for evenings outside!

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    • Charity Gentry says

      July 15, 2020 at 10:57 pm

      I bet it looks wonderful! And yes, having a fire outside is the perfect way to spend the evening in my opinion!

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  36. Abigail says

    July 14, 2020 at 12:22 pm

    This looks like such a good project!

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    • Charity Gentry says

      July 15, 2020 at 10:58 pm

      Thank you so much. It was a fun one to do.

      Reply
  37. Navita Bhatia says

    July 14, 2020 at 1:46 pm

    Wow!! I am amazed at the beauty and simplicity of this setup. Lately, we have been considering to put an outdoor space like this. Thanks for this wonderful idea.

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    • Charity Gentry says

      July 15, 2020 at 10:58 pm

      Awe thank you so much! You should definitely do it if you are already considering one!

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  38. Britt K says

    July 14, 2020 at 3:39 pm

    We set up a small fire pit area in our backyard shortly after moving in here, and I’m so glad that we did. There is something incredibly relaxing about sitting around the fire, a cold drink in hand. It was also a real treat to have that space when we were stuck at home during a time that usually marked the start of our camping season due to the closure of the provincial parks here until the end of June.

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    • Charity Gentry says

      July 15, 2020 at 11:27 pm

      Yes! It is the perfect oasis even if you are stuck at home! I am happy we had this space too back in quarantine. I love it!

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  39. Emily says

    July 14, 2020 at 3:44 pm

    Ahh it looks so good! I would love to be able to do this!

    https://www.emilyclareskinner.com

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    • Charity Gentry says

      July 15, 2020 at 11:30 pm

      You definitely should if you get the chance to!

      Reply
  40. S. K. Nijjar says

    July 14, 2020 at 8:56 pm

    Your fire pit is gorgeous! I’ve always wanted to have a fire pit in our backyard. I might give this a try one of these days. Thanks for sharing!

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    • Charity Gentry says

      July 15, 2020 at 11:31 pm

      You should definitely give it a try! Thanks for reading!

      Reply
  41. Magical Travels says

    July 14, 2020 at 9:37 pm

    That’s great if only I had a garden ahahahah. Great blog post, hope one day to try making a fire pit

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    • Charity Gentry says

      July 15, 2020 at 11:32 pm

      Thank you so much. I hope you get to one day as well!

      Reply
  42. Melissa says

    July 16, 2020 at 3:48 am

    I love how simple this DIY is! It looks so great in your yard! Thanks for sharing! 🙂

    melissakacar.blogspot.com

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    • Charity Gentry says

      July 17, 2020 at 1:08 pm

      Thank you so much! I appreciate it! It was a great and fun DIY project for sure!

      Reply
  43. Ashley says

    July 17, 2020 at 5:29 pm

    Oh I would love a fire pit in my garden! What wonderful idea to make ones own! Thank you for sharing xxx

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    • Charity Gentry says

      July 17, 2020 at 7:13 pm

      Thank you so much! It was so much fun to make ourselves for sure!

      Reply
  44. Lovely says

    July 18, 2020 at 4:22 am

    Wow, this is amazing! I would love to try this out at my garden

    xoxo
    Lovely

    https://mynameislovely.com

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    • Charity Gentry says

      July 18, 2020 at 3:00 pm

      Yes you should! We love having this space!

      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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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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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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Thriving at the beach, surviving as a dental hygie Thriving at the beach, surviving as a dental hygienist 😂✨ If it weren’t for bills and adulting, I’d be living my best barefoot life by the ocean full time 🌊💸 Sadly, reality’s calling… and it’s reminding me that Monday’s coming way too soon! 😩🦷
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