Too early to start Christmas crafting?! I think no Too early to start Christmas crafting?! I think not! 😜🎄

I had some extra oyster shells left over from our beach trip this summer, so instead of letting them sit around, I turned them into these DIY oyster shell Christmas ornaments! You may remember I turned some of the shells into cute little ghosts for Halloween too 👻 But now we’re officially moving on to Christmas crafts!

And I am obsessed with how these turned out! All I needed was some spray paint, pretty wrapping paper, Mod Podge, twine, and hot glue to transform ordinary oyster shells into high-end looking coastal Christmas ornaments.

Not only are these such a pretty addition to your Christmas tree, but they’re also a sweet vacation keepsake! Every year when you pull them out, you’ll have a little reminder of that summer beach trip. 🥹

I always decorate my Christmas tree with gold, so these are going to fit in perfectly with my Christmas decor this year! 🎄

Save this easy DIY Christmas ornament idea for your holiday crafting list!

Would you turn your vacation seashells into Christmas ornaments too?! 🦪

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We had the BEST time this weekend at the Carolina We had the BEST time this weekend at the Carolina Charm event at @therevelry_clt benefiting the Isabella Santos Foundation! 💕

From the beautiful venue to the amazing food, drinks, and atmosphere, everything about this night was incredible! And getting to meet @relationshep and @salleycarson from Bravo’s Southern Charm was just the cherry on top! 🍒

Y’all already know how obsessed I am with Charleston and Southern Charm, so this event was basically MADE for me! 🤣 Plus, any excuse to get all dressed up, feel fancy, and enjoy a night out for a great cause? Count me in! 🥂

And the best part was knowing that all the fun was supporting the @isftorch and its mission to help children battling rare pediatric cancers. 💛

At this point, I’ve pretty much met the entire Southern Charm cast except Austen and Madison! So if y’all are reading this, I guess you’re next on my list! 🤣👏🏻

Now I need to know… are you a Southern Charm fan too?! And if so, who’s your favorite cast member?! 👀

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Things we’re ghosting this season: waiting until N Things we’re ghosting this season: waiting until November 1st to decorate for Christmas. 🤣

Sorry, but some of us have approximately 57 Christmas trees to put up, and that kind of commitment takes TIME. 😜🎄

And if you think I’m waiting until Halloween is over to start decorating for Christmas, you’ve got another thing coming. 🤣 I may or may not already have a few trees up around the house. 🤫

Listen, I love spooky season just as much as the next person, but there’s absolutely nothing wrong with having pumpkins AND Christmas trees out at the same time. It’s called balance, okay?! 👻🎄

So consider waiting until November to decorate for Christmas officially GHOSTED. ✌🏻

Now tell me, are you team Christmas decorating in October or team wait until after Thanksgiving?! 👀
Bless my poor husband’s heart because when he marr Bless my poor husband’s heart because when he married me, I don’t think he realized he was signing up for a lifetime of Christmas decorating chaos! 😂

But when you’re a Christmas-obsessed wife who believes EVERY single room in the house deserves its own Christmas tree, you have to start decorating early, right?! 🎅🏻

I mean, putting up multiple Christmas trees, hanging garland, and transforming our entire home into a cozy Christmas wonderland takes TIME! So obviously, October is a perfectly reasonable time to start decorating for Christmas. At least that’s what I keep telling him! 😜

Thankfully, after 10 years of marriage, he knows the drill and just goes along with all my crazy Christmas decorating ideas. He’s a keeper for sure! ❤️

Now PLEASE tell me I’m not the only one who starts decorating for Christmas in October?! 🎄🤣 And how many Christmas trees do you put up in your house?! 

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#ad 🎃🐈‍⬛ Don’t throw away that empty cat litter ju #ad 🎃🐈‍⬛ Don’t throw away that empty cat litter jug… turn it into a Halloween boo basket for your cats instead! I’m partnering with @catspride today to put an empty Cat’s Pride litter jug to good use with the cutest little upcycling project. Since the jug was already the perfect Frankenstein green, I knew exactly what I wanted to make! 💚 After cleaning the empty jug thoroughly, we cut off the top to create a basket shape. Then I used my Cricut to add a Frankenstein face before filling it with some of Riley and Toby’s favorite cat treats and Halloween toys. And judging by Toby’s reaction to that catnip owl, I’d say this DIY cat boo basket was a success. 😹 And before the jug was transformed, Cat’s Pride made litter box duty a whole lot easier. I love the odor control and easy scooping, and Riley and Toby are always VERY interested when a fresh box of litter appears. 😂 So consider this your sign to save your next empty litter jug and get creative with it! And when it’s time to stock up on fresh litter, check out Cat’s Pride for your own feline crew. 🐾 Would you make a Halloween boo basket for your cats?! 🎃👇🏻
If you’re wondering what to do with all that lefto If you’re wondering what to do with all that leftover Halloween candy, these Leftover Halloween Candy Cookies are the answer! They combine two of my favorite things: candy AND cookies! So you really can’t go wrong. 🤣

Just chop up your favorite leftover chocolate candy bars, mix them into the cookie dough, and you’ve got the ultimate easy post-Halloween treat! Plus, every cookie is a little different depending on what candy you throw in. 🙌🏻

This is such a fun way to use up leftover Halloween candy instead of letting it sit around for the next six months. 😂

Want my Leftover Halloween Candy Cookies recipe? Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send it your way! 🍪
POV: You finally decide it’s time to tell your ado POV: You finally decide it’s time to tell your adopted daughter the truth about her biological mother… and she is NOT taking the news well. 😭🤣😹

Poor Riley! The look of absolute SHOCK on her face when she hears about her past! 🤣 I swear, the dramatic reactions of cats are just too funny sometimes!

But here’s a fun fact about our little rescue kitty! 🐈‍⬛ When we adopted Riley, my mom actually adopted her biological mama, Smoke! So technically, Riley’s mom lives with her grandma now. 🤣 Which means we can visit her anytime we want!

So don’t worry, Riley! We know exactly where you came from, and your mama is living her best life too! 😹❤️

Please tell me I’m not the only crazy cat mom who makes up dramatic storylines about her cats?! 🤣
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It’s creamy, cheesy, loaded with ranch and bacon, and perfect for serving with crackers and pretzels. 😍 Here’s what you’ll need: 
🏈 FOOTBALL CHEESE BALL: 
• 16 oz cream cheese (2 8-oz blocks), softened 
• 2 tbsp sour cream 
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 
• 1 oz ranch seasoning (1 packet) 
• ¼ cup chopped green onions 
• ½ cup chopped bacon or bacon bits 
• 1 tsp hot sauce (optional) 
• 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce 
🏈 FOR THE COATING: 
• ⅓ cup chopped pecans 
• ½ cup chopped bacon 
• 2 tbsp chopped green onions 
• 2 slices white cheese for the football laces 
Mix all of the cheese ball ingredients together in the bowl of a stand mixer until combined. Spray a little cooking oil on your hands and shape the mixture into a football. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours. I made mine the night before so it was ready to go on game day! When you’re ready to serve, combine the pecans, bacon, and green onions in a shallow dish and roll the cheese ball in the mixture until completely coated. Cut thin strips from the white cheese to create the football laces, arrange everything on a serving tray with your favorite crackers and pretzels, and you have the CUTEST football party appetizer! 🏈🧀 
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I’ve been making this recipe for years now, and it’s always one of my favorite Thanksgiving desserts to bring to the table! Plus, they’re perfect for Christmas parties, holiday gatherings, or anytime you’re craving a little sweet treat!

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So if you’re looking for an easy Thanksgiving dessert recipe that everyone will love, you NEED to add these to your holiday baking list this year!

Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send you my easy pecan pie bars recipe! 🥧
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Fall · October 29, 2022

Fall Home Tour 2022

I thought I better give y’all a fall home tour post, before I start tearing everything down and decorating for Christmas! Because, if you know me, then you know I love to start decorating early.

There’s just not enough time in the season to enjoy that magical glow, so I try to enjoy it as long as possible. But anyway, I wanted to let my fall home decor have a moment too. Because I really do love it as well!

All the rich, warm tones of fall makes my home just feel so cozy. And I haven’t done a fall home tour post since 2020, so I figured I’m a little overdue for one!

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Fall Front Porch

Starting off the fall home tour will be my front porch! Y’all know I absolutely love to decorate with mums and pumpkins. And this year was no different!

Fall Front Porch

I won’t go into too much detail here, because I shared all my tips and tricks for decorating a fall porch last year. And nothing much has changed since that!

Side View of Fall Front Porch Steps
Pumpkins Close Up
Pumpkins on Steps

I was surprised that my ferns from the summer and plants in my vintage crocks were still thriving while I was decorating the porch for fall. So I figured I could just leave them there and let them continue to shine!

Rocking Chairs on Front Porch
Easy Pumpkin Toprairies
Full View of Covered Fall Front Porch

I also still have my easy pumpkin topiaries still on display that I made last year too. They have held up really well for a cheap little fall craft project!

Fall Vintage Market Signs
Indian Corn on Fall Porch
Close Up of DIY Fall Vintage Market Signs

Another one of my DIY projects from last year, these vintage inspired market signs, are still a staple in my outdoor fall decor too. The corn one goes perfectly with my little Indian corn in my antique box as well!

Mums and Pumpkins on Porch
Close Up of Indian Corn
Close Up of Mums
Close up of Pumpkin
Close Up of Pumpkins and Mums on Porch
Mums on Fall Porch
Stacked Pumpkins on Porch

Fall Living Room

Next up on the fall home tour is my living room with all the cozy fall accents! One of my favorite things in the living room is my easy fall centerpiece I have on our coffee table.

Fall Centerpiece on Coffee Table
I also love to look through Liz Marie Galvan’s Book, Cozy White Cottage Seasons, to get some seasonal decor ideas too!

I made that several years ago and still use it to this day because I just love the deep color of the amber bottles paired with the fall florals. It’s a perfect fall match!

Close Up of Fall Florals
Fall Living Room
Fall Centerpiece
Fall Living Room Throw Blanket

I’ve also been using these fall floral stems in my vintage crock for a few years now too. They go perfectly in there and the good news is Amazon still carries them as well!

Fall Florals in Crock
Linking these pretty fall floral stems below:

You also may remember us installing our living room mantel last year too. And I love to be able to style it for all the different seasons now as well. Like for fall, I just placed a simple fall garland on top and love it!

Fall Mantle
I got this garland from Zulily, and I highly recommend looking there for cheaper seasonal decor!

Our little reading nooks in the living room are also all decked out for fall as well! You will probably recognize some of the old decor I’ve used before here too. I try to reuse as much as possible, but still like to add in a few things here and there.

Fall Reading Nook
Pumpkin Scroll
Linking one of my favorite floor lamps below. I like it so much, I got another one in a different color for my office!

Like the antique brass candlesticks and clock on the shelf are new this year and are from Liz Marie’s QVC line. And if you’ve been around here long enough, then you know I am obsessed with everything Liz Marie does (I was even lucky enough to meet her at Vintage Pickin’ before too!), so obviously I had to get some of her pieces!

Fall Entryway

Our fall entryway is technically in our living room too, but I figured it needed it’s own little moment here too. Especially since we did that whole entryway refresh earlier this year! I love filling my dough bowl up with pumpkins every year too!

Fall Entryway Table

It’s actually full of pumpkins that I painted myself several years ago too. I think that was one of my first DIY projects and back when I was just dipping my toe into the blogging world! We sure have came a long way since then!

Pumpkins in Dough Bowl

Fall Coffee Bar

Now, onto one of my very favorite places in my home, my coffee bar! You’ve seen it season after season before, and really I don’t keep it too much of the same. I try to add new things on it and again, keep some of the old items as well.

Fall Coffee Bar
Linking some of my coffee bar accessories below:

A new piece I added this year was the DIY Fall Cutting Board sign that I made a few months ago too. It’s the perfect little spot to display it!

Coffee Bar Fall Tiered Tray
Close Up of Fall Coffee Bar
Kitchen Fall Tiered Tray

I also have another area right across from my coffee bar where I keep all my coffee syrups. It also serves as a space to display more seasonal decor as well. Shocker, I know right?!

Fall Coffee Set Up
Dough Bowl Filled With Fall Decor
You can get the custom glass jars with the labels personalized too by clicking on the pictures below:

Fall Dining Room

Right next to my coffee bar area is my dining room. I kept my tablescape pretty much the same as last year’s fall tablescape. Although, I did change up the centerpiece with the DIY Mercury Glass pumpkins I made.

Fall Tablescape
DIY Pumpkins
Mercury Glass Pumpkins
Target Dollar Spot Pumpkin Craft
Close Up of Mercury Glass Pumpkins

I also kept my dining room open shelves pretty simple with just a few fall touches here and there. Again, I used some amber bottles for some warmth and color. And some faux hops for some floral touches as well.

Fall Open Shelves

Cozy Fall Bedroom

Next up on the fall home tour is my cozy fall bedroom. I got all the pillows and throws last year from the Hearth and Hand line at Target.

Fall Pillows
Fall Bedroom
Fall Bedroom Pillows

I also always love to have a styled tray in the bedroom too. Although, I usually place it on the dresser and not the bed for obvious reasons. Just had to style it pretty for the photos though!

Fall Bedroom Tray
Bedroom Tray With Candle

But I always have a cozy fall candle from Antique Candle Co. burning and those cute faux maple leaves in the vase are the perfect little fall touches on the tray.

Fall Wreath on Window

I also switch out the mini wreaths on my antique 1920 windowpanes in the bedroom every season too. I typically use the traditional fall colors like pictured above and then will change it out to something with more of a pine vibe for Christmas.

Fall Guest Bedroom

Last on the fall home tour list is our guest bedroom. I always style the guest bedroom too because my brother will sometimes come over and stay a few nights with us throughout the year. So I like for the room to be seasonally appropriate and ready for that as well.

Fall Guest Bedroom Decor
Fall Guest Bedroom
Fall Guest Bedroom Tray

My favorite piece in the guest bedroom is the vintage rocker in the corner that we got passed down to us. It has been in my husband’s side of the family for many years and I am so lucky to have it now!

Fall Guest Bedroom Corner
Fall Guest Bedroom Shelves
Fall Bedroom Antique Rocker
Linking these open shelves below, they come in several different finishes and are so fun to style for every season:

And last but not least in this room is my distressed mirror shelf that I styled for fall by simply placing a garland on top. I got the garland from Zulily, and this is the perfect place to find a variety of cheap garlands!

Fall Guest Bedroom Mirror
Fall Guest Bedroom Mirror

And remember my cute recycled wooden base with the terra cotta pots I got from The Nested Fig?! Well, I made it more seasonally appropriate by just placing a few white pumpkins on top!

Don’t forget, you can always use my coupon code, “Charity10”, to get 10% off anything at The Nested Fig too!

Fall Home Decor Ideas
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Well, I hope you enjoyed this little Fall Home Tour of mine! And, you better get ready for a Christmas Home Tour coming up soon as well! I’m about to deck these halls and I can’t wait to show y’all!

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Comments

  1. Jodie says

    October 29, 2022 at 11:57 pm

    I love seeing the country style of your home which is very different than my own. You really have a knack for decor Charity! Joanna Gaines look out!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 30, 2022 at 8:05 pm

      This compliment made my whole entire day!! I strive to be like Joanna Gaines lol so that means a lot. Thank you!!

      Reply
  2. Cindy says

    October 30, 2022 at 12:53 am

    Beautiful fall hone tour. I love the front porch do much.

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    • Charity Gentry says

      October 30, 2022 at 8:05 pm

      Awe thank you so much! I really appreciate that!

      Reply
  3. Katherine says

    October 30, 2022 at 10:04 am

    Okay I love everything you’ve done but omg that porch is SO cute! It’s so pretty!!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 30, 2022 at 8:05 pm

      Awe thank you! I think my porch is my favorite too!

      Reply
  4. Rosie says

    November 1, 2022 at 10:59 am

    Your home is my Autumn goals! Every little detail is thought of. Wow
    Rosie

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    • Charity Gentry says

      November 2, 2022 at 8:17 pm

      Awe thanks so much Rosie. That really means a lot to me!

      Reply
  5. Clementine says

    November 1, 2022 at 5:07 pm

    You have a beautiful home. I really love how you have styled and decorated your rooms. Looks amazing. Thank you for sharing.
    Clem x

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    • Charity Gentry says

      November 2, 2022 at 8:17 pm

      Awe thank you! I really appreciate that!

      Reply
  6. Jenny Marston (Jenny in Neverland) says

    November 1, 2022 at 5:47 pm

    I love how much you go all out decorating for the seasons, it’s so cute! I love your porch, it looks fantastic!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 2, 2022 at 8:20 pm

      Awe thanks so much Jenny. I really appreciate that!

      Reply
  7. Sabrina says

    November 1, 2022 at 7:43 pm

    Nature indoors or outdoors is always a beautiful way to decorate one’s home. Loved all your ideas.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 2, 2022 at 8:21 pm

      Thank you. I am so glad you do as well!

      Reply
  8. Lucy says

    November 1, 2022 at 8:30 pm

    Your home is beautiful! I love the interior and exterior of your house! x

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

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 2, 2022 at 8:21 pm

      Awe thank you so much Lucy! That means a lot to me!

      Reply
  9. Benny says

    November 1, 2022 at 11:01 pm

    That all looks beautiful. I’m not very much into decorating at the moment because I don’t have a house. But I love seeing the creativity jumping of the screen. The descriptions are wonderful to read, but the photos take center stage. Love how you embraced the season.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 2, 2022 at 9:09 pm

      Awe thank you so much! I Really appreciate that and I am so glad you liked the photos too because I love taking pictures of everything!

      Reply
  10. Britt says

    November 2, 2022 at 12:42 am

    I always love your decorations – especially the coffee bar. We have set up a coffee station in our current house almost 100% inspired by seeing all the different ways that you decorate yours haha!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 2, 2022 at 9:10 pm

      Awe thank you so much! That makes me feel do good! I am so glad I could inspire you to do that then!

      Reply
  11. Pastor Natalie (Examine This Moment) says

    November 2, 2022 at 12:52 am

    Such a lovely post. I honestly appreciated both the outdoor and indoor Fall decor. Thank you for sharing this tour of your home. 🤗🍁🍂

    Pastor Natalie (Examine This Moment)
    Letstakeamoment.com

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  12. Ashley says

    November 2, 2022 at 10:18 am

    Your home is absolutely beautiful. I love the way you have decorated your porch. Your dining room is stunning and looks so welcoming, the perfect place to gather the family for dinner.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 2, 2022 at 9:10 pm

      Thank you so much! I really appreciate your kind words!

      Reply
  13. Sue Berk Koch says

    November 2, 2022 at 10:45 am

    Your home looks fantastic! Thanks for the link for the floor lamp. I need a new one and yours will work perfectly in my space.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 2, 2022 at 9:12 pm

      Oh good! No problem at all! Like I said, I love it so much I have two in different colors lol

      Reply
  14. Cara says

    November 2, 2022 at 11:34 am

    I so enjoyed your fall tour! It is hard to choose just one area or piece I loved most. I agree with you, I am a HUGE fan of Liz Marie. Her story is one I hold near and dear to my heart and is why I began following her. Pictures drew me in, but her story made me stay. Your fall shelves had me eyeing them for a closer look, I see several pieces I’d love to collect! Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
  15. Andrea Hunt says

    November 2, 2022 at 1:20 pm

    Oh I absolutely love these!! The coffee bar is awesome!! I would totally create that and the front porch too very nice!! thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 2, 2022 at 9:13 pm

      Thank you so much Andrea. I am so glad you think so too!

      Reply
  16. Stephanie says

    November 2, 2022 at 2:00 pm

    I am OBSESSED with your decorations! The coffee bar is so cute, and that entryway! So beautiful and fun! Definitely making me want to spend all my money but hey, some things are worth it. Loved this post!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 2, 2022 at 9:15 pm

      Lol girl I am the same way! Some things are worth spending a little extra money on right?!

      Reply
  17. Conrad says

    November 2, 2022 at 4:28 pm

    The bedrooms and dining room are especially beautiful 😍

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 2, 2022 at 9:16 pm

      Awe thank you so much! I really appreciate it!

      Reply
  18. Jenni @ I on Image says

    November 3, 2022 at 8:38 am

    Your house looks amazing Charity! It’s all totally my style so need to copy a few ideas from you 🙂 My chrysanthemums from the summer are also still thriving. Actually they look now better than they did in the summer. I have no idea why!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 4, 2022 at 3:56 pm

      Lol isn’t that funny? They must like the fall better!

      Reply
  19. Lacey says

    November 3, 2022 at 9:38 pm

    It’s all so pretty! I definitely love all of the amber jars and that rocker! Omg <3 You're home looks so inviting

    Reply
  20. Becky says

    November 7, 2022 at 11:40 am

    You have such a beautiful and welcoming home, Charity! Thank you so much for sharing it! I just adore those mercury glass pumpkins. I’m going to have to check out that tutorial!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 7, 2022 at 11:25 pm

      Awe thank you so much Becky! I really appreciate that!

      Reply
  21. Meredith says

    November 7, 2022 at 2:12 pm

    Your home is simply gorgeous, Charity! I love your style and how you decorated your home for fall!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 7, 2022 at 11:26 pm

      Thank you so much Meredith! I appreciate that!

      Reply
  22. Cara says

    November 7, 2022 at 9:55 pm

    Well… again you provide lovely spaces to look at and get ideas from. Are you patting yourself on the back? YOU SHOULD! You always have such lovely photos and projects. I still think I am going to grab my bags and stay in that guest room, haha!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 7, 2022 at 11:27 pm

      Awe you are so sweet Cara! Come on over and stay awhile! We can bake cookies and make crafts lol

      Reply

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Too early to start Christmas crafting?! I think no Too early to start Christmas crafting?! I think not! 😜🎄

I had some extra oyster shells left over from our beach trip this summer, so instead of letting them sit around, I turned them into these DIY oyster shell Christmas ornaments! You may remember I turned some of the shells into cute little ghosts for Halloween too 👻 But now we’re officially moving on to Christmas crafts!

And I am obsessed with how these turned out! All I needed was some spray paint, pretty wrapping paper, Mod Podge, twine, and hot glue to transform ordinary oyster shells into high-end looking coastal Christmas ornaments.

Not only are these such a pretty addition to your Christmas tree, but they’re also a sweet vacation keepsake! Every year when you pull them out, you’ll have a little reminder of that summer beach trip. 🥹

I always decorate my Christmas tree with gold, so these are going to fit in perfectly with my Christmas decor this year! 🎄

Save this easy DIY Christmas ornament idea for your holiday crafting list!

Would you turn your vacation seashells into Christmas ornaments too?! 🦪

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We had the BEST time this weekend at the Carolina We had the BEST time this weekend at the Carolina Charm event at @therevelry_clt benefiting the Isabella Santos Foundation! 💕

From the beautiful venue to the amazing food, drinks, and atmosphere, everything about this night was incredible! And getting to meet @relationshep and @salleycarson from Bravo’s Southern Charm was just the cherry on top! 🍒

Y’all already know how obsessed I am with Charleston and Southern Charm, so this event was basically MADE for me! 🤣 Plus, any excuse to get all dressed up, feel fancy, and enjoy a night out for a great cause? Count me in! 🥂

And the best part was knowing that all the fun was supporting the @isftorch and its mission to help children battling rare pediatric cancers. 💛

At this point, I’ve pretty much met the entire Southern Charm cast except Austen and Madison! So if y’all are reading this, I guess you’re next on my list! 🤣👏🏻

Now I need to know… are you a Southern Charm fan too?! And if so, who’s your favorite cast member?! 👀

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Things we’re ghosting this season: waiting until N Things we’re ghosting this season: waiting until November 1st to decorate for Christmas. 🤣

Sorry, but some of us have approximately 57 Christmas trees to put up, and that kind of commitment takes TIME. 😜🎄

And if you think I’m waiting until Halloween is over to start decorating for Christmas, you’ve got another thing coming. 🤣 I may or may not already have a few trees up around the house. 🤫

Listen, I love spooky season just as much as the next person, but there’s absolutely nothing wrong with having pumpkins AND Christmas trees out at the same time. It’s called balance, okay?! 👻🎄

So consider waiting until November to decorate for Christmas officially GHOSTED. ✌🏻

Now tell me, are you team Christmas decorating in October or team wait until after Thanksgiving?! 👀
Bless my poor husband’s heart because when he marr Bless my poor husband’s heart because when he married me, I don’t think he realized he was signing up for a lifetime of Christmas decorating chaos! 😂

But when you’re a Christmas-obsessed wife who believes EVERY single room in the house deserves its own Christmas tree, you have to start decorating early, right?! 🎅🏻

I mean, putting up multiple Christmas trees, hanging garland, and transforming our entire home into a cozy Christmas wonderland takes TIME! So obviously, October is a perfectly reasonable time to start decorating for Christmas. At least that’s what I keep telling him! 😜

Thankfully, after 10 years of marriage, he knows the drill and just goes along with all my crazy Christmas decorating ideas. He’s a keeper for sure! ❤️

Now PLEASE tell me I’m not the only one who starts decorating for Christmas in October?! 🎄🤣 And how many Christmas trees do you put up in your house?! 

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#ad 🎃🐈‍⬛ Don’t throw away that empty cat litter ju #ad 🎃🐈‍⬛ Don’t throw away that empty cat litter jug… turn it into a Halloween boo basket for your cats instead! I’m partnering with @catspride today to put an empty Cat’s Pride litter jug to good use with the cutest little upcycling project. Since the jug was already the perfect Frankenstein green, I knew exactly what I wanted to make! 💚 After cleaning the empty jug thoroughly, we cut off the top to create a basket shape. Then I used my Cricut to add a Frankenstein face before filling it with some of Riley and Toby’s favorite cat treats and Halloween toys. And judging by Toby’s reaction to that catnip owl, I’d say this DIY cat boo basket was a success. 😹 And before the jug was transformed, Cat’s Pride made litter box duty a whole lot easier. I love the odor control and easy scooping, and Riley and Toby are always VERY interested when a fresh box of litter appears. 😂 So consider this your sign to save your next empty litter jug and get creative with it! And when it’s time to stock up on fresh litter, check out Cat’s Pride for your own feline crew. 🐾 Would you make a Halloween boo basket for your cats?! 🎃👇🏻
If you’re wondering what to do with all that lefto If you’re wondering what to do with all that leftover Halloween candy, these Leftover Halloween Candy Cookies are the answer! They combine two of my favorite things: candy AND cookies! So you really can’t go wrong. 🤣

Just chop up your favorite leftover chocolate candy bars, mix them into the cookie dough, and you’ve got the ultimate easy post-Halloween treat! Plus, every cookie is a little different depending on what candy you throw in. 🙌🏻

This is such a fun way to use up leftover Halloween candy instead of letting it sit around for the next six months. 😂

Want my Leftover Halloween Candy Cookies recipe? Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send it your way! 🍪
POV: You finally decide it’s time to tell your ado POV: You finally decide it’s time to tell your adopted daughter the truth about her biological mother… and she is NOT taking the news well. 😭🤣😹

Poor Riley! The look of absolute SHOCK on her face when she hears about her past! 🤣 I swear, the dramatic reactions of cats are just too funny sometimes!

But here’s a fun fact about our little rescue kitty! 🐈‍⬛ When we adopted Riley, my mom actually adopted her biological mama, Smoke! So technically, Riley’s mom lives with her grandma now. 🤣 Which means we can visit her anytime we want!

So don’t worry, Riley! We know exactly where you came from, and your mama is living her best life too! 😹❤️

Please tell me I’m not the only crazy cat mom who makes up dramatic storylines about her cats?! 🤣
🏈 SAVE THIS EASY GAME DAY APPETIZER! 🧀 Football s 🏈 SAVE THIS EASY GAME DAY APPETIZER! 🧀 
Football season is officially here, which means I’m all about the game day snacks! 🙌🏻 
And this easy Football Cheese Ball might just be the cutest addition to your next football party or tailgate! I’m partnering with @foodlion to create this simple, delicious football-shaped cheese ball using ingredients you can easily grab during your next grocery run. 
It’s creamy, cheesy, loaded with ranch and bacon, and perfect for serving with crackers and pretzels. 😍 Here’s what you’ll need: 
🏈 FOOTBALL CHEESE BALL: 
• 16 oz cream cheese (2 8-oz blocks), softened 
• 2 tbsp sour cream 
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 
• 1 oz ranch seasoning (1 packet) 
• ¼ cup chopped green onions 
• ½ cup chopped bacon or bacon bits 
• 1 tsp hot sauce (optional) 
• 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce 
🏈 FOR THE COATING: 
• ⅓ cup chopped pecans 
• ½ cup chopped bacon 
• 2 tbsp chopped green onions 
• 2 slices white cheese for the football laces 
Mix all of the cheese ball ingredients together in the bowl of a stand mixer until combined. Spray a little cooking oil on your hands and shape the mixture into a football. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours. I made mine the night before so it was ready to go on game day! When you’re ready to serve, combine the pecans, bacon, and green onions in a shallow dish and roll the cheese ball in the mixture until completely coated. Cut thin strips from the white cheese to create the football laces, arrange everything on a serving tray with your favorite crackers and pretzels, and you have the CUTEST football party appetizer! 🏈🧀 
Food Lion makes it so easy and convenient to grab everything you need for a delicious game day spread without spending a fortune. #FoodLionPartner SAVE this football cheese ball recipe for your next tailgate or football watch party! 🏈 
And tell me below, are you making this for your next game day?! 👇🏻 #FallingforFoodLion #sponsored
If you love pecan pie, just WAIT until you try the If you love pecan pie, just WAIT until you try these easy homemade pecan pie bars! 🤤🥧🍁

I’m telling y’all, these might just be BETTER than traditional pecan pie! And that’s saying a lot because I absolutely love a good slice of pecan pie, especially during the holiday season! 🤣

These delicious pecan pie bars have a buttery shortbread crust topped with a rich, gooey, sweet pecan filling. Basically, all the flavors of a classic Southern pecan pie, but in an easy-to-make dessert bar! And trust me, once you try one, it’s hard to stop at just one! 😜

I’ve been making this recipe for years now, and it’s always one of my favorite Thanksgiving desserts to bring to the table! Plus, they’re perfect for Christmas parties, holiday gatherings, or anytime you’re craving a little sweet treat!

And the best part?! You can make these pecan pie bars ahead of time and even freeze them for later! Which is a lifesaver during the busy holiday baking season! 🙌🏻

So if you’re looking for an easy Thanksgiving dessert recipe that everyone will love, you NEED to add these to your holiday baking list this year!

Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send you my easy pecan pie bars recipe! 🥧
Forget checking under the bed for monsters because Forget checking under the bed for monsters because apparently we already have one living there! 🤣 Little Miss Charlie, our mischievous tuxedo cat, has officially claimed the space under our bed as her personal hiding spot. And the second someone walks by?! ATTACK MODE ACTIVATED! 🐈‍⬛

She takes her job as the resident under-the-bed monster VERY seriously, and honestly, her sneak attacks are hilarious! 😂 Who knew such a cute little kitty could be so terrifying?!

It’s a good thing she’s adorable because we apparently live with a tiny furry jump scare now! 😹

Please tell me we’re not the only ones with a cat who loves hiding under the bed and attacking unsuspecting ankles?! 🤣
#AD One of my favorite ways to start the day is si #AD One of my favorite ways to start the day is sipping coffee on our screened-in porch with my cats, and these adorable @tossware disposable hot cups make my little morning routine even cuter!

The second I saw this cat print, I knew I had to have it. 😹 I mean… cute coffee cups covered in cats?! They were basically made for me! They’re perfect for slow mornings at home, taking your coffee on the go, or just making your everyday coffee routine feel a little more fun.

And @tossware has SO many cute patterns and designs to choose from, so there’s something for every season and occasion!

Are you a morning coffee + cats person too?! ☕️🐾
You need to learn how to say NO in life. 👏🏼 When You need to learn how to say NO in life. 👏🏼

When someone asks, “Do you want one?” You say, “No… I want TWO.” 🤣

And that is especially true when it comes to Reese’s Pumpkins. 🎃🥜🍫

Seriously, WHY do the Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins taste so much better than regular Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups?! There’s just something about that perfect chocolate-to-peanut-butter ratio that gets me every single Halloween. 😂

They are hands down my favorite Halloween candy, and honestly, I could probably eat my weight in them.

So if you offer me one Reese’s Pumpkin this spooky season, just save us both some time and hand me two. 😉🤣

Now I need to know: what’s the BEST Halloween candy of all time?! 👇🏼
I am absolutely LOVING these fall trees from Nearl I am absolutely LOVING these fall trees from Nearly Natural on @amazon 🙌🏻 Usually, I keep my olive trees in these baskets on each side of our bed until Christmas, when I swap them out for Christmas trees. But now I officially have trees for FALL too… and I’m obsessed. 😂🍁

They add the prettiest deep, rich fall colors to our bedroom and instantly make the whole space feel warmer and cozier. There’s just something about bringing those autumn tones into your bedroom that makes it feel like the ultimate cozy retreat!

I’m definitely adding these to my list of favorite fall bedroom decor finds. 🍂

Are you someone who decorates your bedroom for fall too, or do you keep the seasonal decor to the main areas of your home?!

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If you love Halloween decorations, historic homes, If you love Halloween decorations, historic homes, and all the cozy fall vibes, then you NEED to visit Charleston in October! 😍 

The beautiful historic houses all decked out for Halloween are seriously one of my favorite things to see. Charleston really knows how to do spooky season right!

One of my favorite things to do is simply stroll through the historic downtown streets and admire all the gorgeous homes and their festive fall decorations. 🧡

And honestly, fall is my FAVORITE time to visit Charleston, South Carolina! The weather is usually so much more enjoyable than the brutal summer heat. Although it was super rainy this weekend, I’ll take a little rain over that Southern heat and humidity ANY day! 🤣☔️

So consider this your sign to plan a fall getaway to Charleston! Between the Halloween decorations, charming historic streets, and beautiful architecture, it’s the perfect destination for an October weekend trip!

SAVE this post for your next Charleston trip! 📍 And tell me, would you rather visit Charleston in the fall or summer?!
BOO! 👻🍪 Looking for an easy Halloween treat that’s BOO! 👻🍪 Looking for an easy Halloween treat that’s almost too cute to eat?! These spooky Halloween Oreo cookies are just what you need! 

I absolutely LOVE making fun and festive desserts for Halloween, but sometimes I want something quick and easy without spending hours in the kitchen. And these adorable Halloween Oreos are perfect for that!

They’re such a fun Halloween party dessert, a cute addition to your spooky treat boards, or just a sweet little treat to enjoy while watching your favorite Halloween movies! Plus, they’re a fun Halloween activity to make with the kiddos too!

Who knew you could turn simple Oreo cookies into the cutest spooky treats?! 😍

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Little Miss Riley is VERY particular when it comes Little Miss Riley is VERY particular when it comes to cat toys. I can buy her the cutest toy ever and she’ll look at me like, “And what exactly am I supposed to do with this?” 🤣

But cat scratching pads?! Those are her absolute FAVORITE. She’s just about worn her old one out, so when I spotted this adorable Halloween cat scratching pad at Target, obviously I had to bring it home for her. 🎃

After a few very thorough sniffs, an inspection, and some test scratches… we officially have Riley’s approval! 👏🏻😹

Honestly, I’m just glad I managed to buy something that passed her incredibly strict quality-control standards. 😂

Anyone else have a super picky cat?! What’s the ONE toy or cat product they actually love?
If you love ooey gooey desserts, you NEED to make If you love ooey gooey desserts, you NEED to make this Ooey Gooey Pumpkin Butter Cake this fall! 🎃🤤

Confession: I’m one of those people who would rather lick the batter or sneak some cookie dough than wait for the finished dessert. 🤣 And don’t come for me about the raw batter…I’ve been doing it my whole life and I’m still here 😜

Which is exactly why this pumpkin butter cake is one of my FAVORITE fall desserts. It’s fully baked, but the middle stays unbelievably soft, rich, and ooey gooey. 🙌🏻

You get a buttery yellow cake base topped with a creamy pumpkin layer that basically melts in your mouth. And add a big dollop of whipped cream on top?! CHEF’S KISS. 🤌🏻🎃

It’s easy to make, packed with cozy fall flavor, and would be the perfect pumpkin dessert for Halloween, Thanksgiving, or any fall gathering!

Want the recipe? Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send it your way! 👇🏻

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