The second I saw this black cat in the Target Hall The second I saw this black cat in the Target Halloween decor section, I knew exactly what I had to do… turn it into Charlie. 😹

Obviously, I couldn’t just leave this little black cat statue as-is when I have my very own fluffy tuxedo cat at home! So I grabbed some paint while I was at Target and came home for a little Halloween craft night with my very attentive supervisor. 😂

And when I say Charlie supervised… I mean she watched VERY closely to make sure I got her likeness just right. 👀

I used white paint to recreate her adorable tuxedo face, pink for her little nose, and green for her eyes. Her eyebrow whiskers came out slightly wonky, but honestly… hers are a little wonky in real life too, so we’re calling that accuracy. 😂

When the DIY cat statue was finally finished, Charlie inspected my work and… well… I’m not sure she was impressed. 😹
Obviously she knows she’s MUCH prettier in person, so her Target Halloween decor dupe simply wasn’t up to her standards.

But I think it turned out absolutely adorable! 🐈‍⬛🎃 This was such an easy and fun way to personalize inexpensive Halloween decor and make it look just like your own pet.
Now I need to know… would you paint one to look like your cat?! 👇🏻

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🍎 Don’t let those fresh orchard apples go to waste 🍎 Don’t let those fresh orchard apples go to waste! Freeze them instead! 😉

Have you ever tried freezing fresh apple slices?! This is one of my favorite fall kitchen hacks, especially after a trip to the apple orchard! 🍏

Every fall, I come home with WAY more apples than we could possibly eat before they go bad 😂 So instead of letting them sit on the counter, I prep and freeze a big batch of apple slices to use all season long!

It takes a little extra time upfront, but having fresh apple slices ready in the freezer makes fall baking SO much easier. 🥧 You can grab exactly what you need whenever you’re craving apple pie, apple crisp, apple cobbler, apple bread, or any of your favorite cozy apple recipes!

Plus, it’s such an easy way to preserve those delicious fresh-picked apples from the orchard and enjoy them long after apple season is over. 🙌🏻🍎

Want to know how to freeze fresh apples the right way so they’re ready for all your fall baking?!

Comment “APPLES” below and I’ll send you my full step-by-step guide! 🍎❄️

And tell me, what’s the FIRST apple recipe you’d make with them?! 👇🏻

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There’s just one tiny problem… I can’t dance to sa There’s just one tiny problem… I can’t dance to save my life, I’m not Mormon, I’m not a mom, and I’m pretty sure binge-watching every season of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives does NOT count as an application. 🤣

But seriously… why do all the Mormon wives look SO cute in their matching sweat sets?! Like they just casually throw one on and look effortlessly put together.

Meanwhile, most sweat sets have me looking like an oversized pumpkin with a drawstring. 🎃😂

BUT THIS ONE?! 👏🏻

This Aerie sweat set might finally be my MomTok moment because I’m obsessed. It’s comfy, cute, and actually makes me feel put together while still basically wearing pajamas, which is exactly the kind of fashion I support. 😂

And obviously, the only appropriate activity while wearing it is binge-watching the new season of SLOMW. 👀

So… who else already blew through the entire season?! 😂 I need to know ALL your thoughts because I have opinions. Drop yours below! 👇🏻

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POV: you made the cutest DIY Halloween decor witho POV: you made the cutest DIY Halloween decor without buying a single thing 👻📖

This is your reminder that fall decor doesn’t have to be expensive! Some of my favorite seasonal decorations are DIY projects made with supplies I already have at home, and this spooky cute DIY ghost banner might be one of my favorites yet.

I started by brewing about 4 bags of black tea and letting it cool. While the tea was cooling, I tore a few pages out of an old book I already had and placed them in a shallow baking dish with the tea. I let the pages soak for several hours to give them that perfectly aged, vintage look.

Once the tea-stained book pages were dry, I used a ghost-shaped cookie cutter to trace little ghosts onto each page. Then I cut them out, added tiny faces with a Sharpie, and attached them to twine using mini clothespins.

And that’s it! 👻

I hung my DIY ghost garland on the hutch in my dining room, and I think it adds the perfect amount of spooky cute Halloween decor without spending a bunch of money.

You could easily customize this budget-friendly fall DIY too! Instead of ghosts, try pumpkins, leaves, bats, or whatever shape fits your fall decor. The possibilities are endless!

Save this easy DIY Halloween decor idea for your next fall craft night, and tell me: would you make the ghosts or switch them out for another fall shape?!

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If you have a major sweet tooth like me, you NEED If you have a major sweet tooth like me, you NEED to try this fun fall dessert idea! Instead of a traditional charcuterie board, load it up with all your favorite cookies, candies, chocolates, and seasonal treats for the ultimate fall dessert charcuterie board. 🍫🍬🍪

The best part?! It’s completely NO BAKE 🙌 Just grab your favorite fall and Halloween treats, arrange them on a board, and you have an easy dessert that looks like you put way more effort into it than you actually did. 😂

This would be SO cute for a Halloween party, fall girls’ night, Friendsgiving, movie night, or any fall get-together. 🎃👻 And you can easily customize it with whatever treats you love!

Honestly, I think dessert charcuterie boards might be better than regular charcuterie boards… but maybe that’s just my sweet tooth talking. 😆

Would you make a fall dessert board like this?! And more importantly… what treat are you grabbing FIRST?! 👇🏻 

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Come style my screened in porch for fall with me! Come style my screened in porch for fall with me! 🎃

Who says the front porch gets to have all the fun?! 😂 I spend WAY more time on our screened-in porch, so of course I had to give it a cozy little fall makeover too!

This bar cart is one of my favorite spots to decorate because it’s so easy to switch out with the seasons. A few pumpkins, some warm fall colors, and simple seasonal touches instantly make this space feel so much cozier for fall. 🍁

And since this is basically my favorite spot to enjoy my morning coffee, I want it to feel just as festive as the rest of our home!

Of course, the cats also think the pumpkins are here specifically for them to knock over. 😹 Apparently they have VERY strong opinions about my fall porch decor.

Are you decorating your outdoor spaces for fall too, or do you keep all the pumpkins inside?! 🎃

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DIY mercury glass pumpkins that still look this go DIY mercury glass pumpkins that still look this good YEARS later?! Sign me up! 🎃

I made these mercury glass pumpkins several years ago, and I’m still so in love with how they turned out! They honestly look just as good today as they did when I first made them, which makes this one of my favorite budget-friendly fall DIYs.

There’s just something so satisfying about taking an inexpensive Dollar Tree pumpkin and turning it into fall decor that looks way more expensive than it actually was. 🙌🏻 These have that beautiful vintage mercury glass look and are perfect for adding a little cozy, high-end touch to your fall and Halloween decor.

And the best part? You only need a few supplies and a few dollars to recreate them!

Comment “mercury glass” below and I’ll send you the full step-by-step tutorial! 🎃

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And these Apple Cider Crinkle Cookies need to be at the top of your fall baking list! 😍 Made with nutty browned butter, a homemade apple cider reduction, and warm autumn spices, these cookies are rich, chewy, cozy, and basically taste like apple orchard season in cookie form.

They may sound fancy, but I promise this apple cider cookie recipe is actually so easy to make! 🙌

If you love apple desserts, fall cookies, and anything that makes your kitchen smell like autumn, you HAVE to try these! 🍎🍪

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Flower Lovin’ Friends! POV: YOU’RE READY FOR FALL… Flower Lovin’ Friends! POV: YOU’RE READY FOR FALL… BUT YOUR SUMMER FLOWERS DIDN’T GET THE MEMO 😂

I’ve been working on my fall front porch this weekend, and I’m loving how it’s coming together so far! 

It’s still SO warm here in North Carolina, which means all of my summer flowers and plants are still going strong. So instead of my usual neutral fall porch decor, we’re going a little more colorful this year and I think it looks so pretty! 🍂🌸

I added a new pumpkin doormat for a little fall refresh, but everything else is fall decor I’ve reused from years past. Proof that you definitely don’t need to buy all new decorations every season to give your porch a fresh look! 🙌🏻

And can we talk about FAUX MUMS?! I bought these last year, and it may have been one of my best fall decorating decisions because I can pull them out year after year and they still look perfect. Which is especially helpful considering I somehow manage to kill the real mums every single fall. 💀🤣

I still have a few finishing touches to add, but I’d say my colorful fall porch is off to a pretty good start! 🎃

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Christmas · October 25, 2020

New Christmas Hearth and Hand Favorites

It’s no secret that I love Christmas decor; and the Hearth and Hand collection at Target! So when the two are combined, I really love it! That’s why I thought I would share with you all today my Christmas Hearth and Hand Favorites from the new collection.

You may be thinking it’s a little too early to be talking about Christmas decor, but it all honesty, these pieces sell out so fast so if you see something you like, you gotta grab it early! Plus, for me, it is never really too early for Christmas decor in my opinion.

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Christmas Dishes

The first thing I love about the Christmas collection this year is their adorable Christmas dishes!

You can never have too many Christmas dishes in my opinion, and it just makes the holidays more fun when you have seasonal dishes to compliment it!

I love the simple look to their Christmas dishes and how they even have coffee mugs to match! And they even have some more options to choose from as well.

The cream and white color palette is so beautiful and understated and should go easily with any other Christmas decor.

And let’s talk about this amazing milk and cookies set! I mean, can it get any more adorable than this?!

This would be so perfect to sit out some cookies for Santa on Christmas Eve night for sure!

Christmas Kitchen Towels

I personally love their kitchen towel collection too. I love to display seasonal tea towels and this hot cocoa one is so perfect for Christmas.

I definitely want to get this one since I do a hot cocoa bar at home! It would look so perfect hanging there. It’s simple and beautiful and I love how it is just black and white.

This would be the perfect neutral option if that is how you are planning your Christmas decor this year!

But, if you also love color like me, then they have a beautiful option in the cream and red color as well. Just like the dishes pictured above.

I love how everything matches so well and goes together in this beautiful Christmas collection.

Hearth and Hand’s napkin collection is also very pretty as well. I have a set from their release last year and I love them. You can see them in my Vintage Christmas Bar Tablescape.

This years collection is very similar and I love the simple embroidery pattern to them. It adds just the right amount of Christmas flair!

Tabletop Christmas Trees

Can you ever have too many little tabletop Christmas trees?! The short answer is no, of course not! I love using these for tiered trays or open shelving.

You can easily add them anywhere in your home and it instantly gives the room a Christmas touch!

They are also such a great price and you can get a few of them to move around and style in your home.

These little trees below look so cute and remind me of the vintage bottle brush trees as well. I’m definitely thinking I need to get me some of these as well.

These are even smaller and would look just perfect on a Christmas themed tiered tray!

Other Christmas Favorites From Hearth and Hand

As you can see, there are so many cute options to choose from already! I’ll share just a few more with y’all below so you don’t get too overwhelmed like I am looking at it all!

I feel just like a kid at Christmas looking at all the beautiful decor! And how cute are these ornaments below?!

I love how they match their whole collection so far and they would look so beautiful on any kind of tree!

You also definitely need a seasonal door mat and how cute is this one?!

I have one from their collection last year (see my Christmas Front Porch) and this year’s version is just as cute as well!

I’m also obsessed with tree collars and baskets and their collection doesn’t disappoint! I love the basket look and they even have a copper and a matte black option as well!

Conclusion

I can definitely see myself spending way too much money on this Hearth and Hand Christmas collection this year!

But I tried to highlight just a few of my favorites to make it easier for y’all to shop and pick out some of your favorites too! But be sure to check out their whole collection and see which ones call out to you as well!

Thanks for checking out my favorite Christmas pieces and happy decorating and shopping to y’all as well!

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  1. Ellis James Designs says

    October 26, 2020 at 8:03 am

    Love the simple color schemes of these and the chic designs as well!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 26, 2020 at 10:38 am

      Thank you! I do too. They are all so cute!

      Reply
  2. PRIYANKA JOSHI says

    October 26, 2020 at 12:37 pm

    This is simply pretty, already boosting the festive mood.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 26, 2020 at 11:26 pm

      Thank you so much! I love being festive this time of the year!

      Reply
  3. Baby Boomer Super Saver says

    October 26, 2020 at 12:56 pm

    I love the red and white theme, it’s a charming look for the holidays. Perfect with some simple greenery.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 26, 2020 at 11:26 pm

      Yes exactly! I love the simple look to them for sure!

      Reply
  4. Sarah Mark says

    October 26, 2020 at 2:15 pm

    These are all so cute! I love the seasonal doormat and the Christmas dishes they are so simple but so pretty.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 26, 2020 at 11:27 pm

      Thank you! I love how simple and beautiful they are as well!

      Reply
  5. Brooke Ressell says

    October 26, 2020 at 2:44 pm

    This is such a cute collection. I love how everything coordinates so well together. The plates and the ornaments are my absolute favorite, but I love it all.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 26, 2020 at 11:27 pm

      Thank you! I love the plates and ornaments as well!

      Reply
  6. Amanda says

    October 26, 2020 at 2:57 pm

    I love all of these! I’m getting so excited to Christmas decorate. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 26, 2020 at 11:27 pm

      Thank you! I am so excited for Christmas decor as well!

      Reply
  7. lifestyleseason says

    October 26, 2020 at 6:27 pm

    I love Christmas decor and I can’t wait for the holiday season! These are so festive and nice! The red and white colours are lovely! Thank you for sharing this!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 26, 2020 at 11:28 pm

      Thank you! I love red and white decor too! And Christmas decor is the best!

      Reply
  8. Jaya Avendel says

    October 26, 2020 at 8:13 pm

    I love the simple plates and mugs! Having matching table-wear is a big help in setting up themed place settings, and I love that you also share some very Christmas-y napkins. 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 26, 2020 at 11:28 pm

      Thank you so much! Having matching tableware is a must for a great tablescape!

      Reply
  9. Claire says

    October 26, 2020 at 8:42 pm

    Absolutely beautiful! I love how simplistic this range is. I love Christmas and tend to go over the top but I do really think these are so simplistic and beautiful x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 26, 2020 at 11:29 pm

      Thank you! I tend to go over the top too during the Christmas season lol

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

    October 27, 2020 at 7:33 pm

    Thanks for sharing your review, these look simple, but lovely 🙂

    Nic | Nic’s Adventures & Bakes

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    • Charity Gentry says

      October 28, 2020 at 1:11 pm

      Yes they are very simple and lovely for sure!

      Reply
  11. Lex says

    October 27, 2020 at 9:50 pm

    I love how simple and elegant these pieces are! I really want to get those ornaments! Thanks so much for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 28, 2020 at 1:11 pm

      No problem! I really want to get those ornaments too!

      Reply
  12. Riana Ang-Canning says

    October 28, 2020 at 6:00 am

    These are so cute and cozy! We’ve been meaning to get a new door mat and any excuse for a soft and warm blanket!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 28, 2020 at 1:13 pm

      Thank you! You should definitely get some of these pieces then!

      Reply
  13. Kelly says

    October 28, 2020 at 3:12 pm

    This is such a cute simplistic and subtle Christmas collection, it’s not so over the top and in your face which I love. Some beautiful pieces here.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 28, 2020 at 9:35 pm

      Thank you so much. I love how they aren’t over the top either!

      Reply
  14. Kelly Diane says

    October 28, 2020 at 4:47 pm

    Oh my gosh this is the collection for me. I love it! Its just a shame I can’t get it in the UK.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 28, 2020 at 9:35 pm

      I know. I hate that they don’t have that collection available in the UK too.

      Reply
  15. Jennifer Marston says

    October 28, 2020 at 5:05 pm

    Oh these are some beautiful pieces of decor! I love how traditional they are but the simplistic design too! I absolutely can’t wait to start decorating for Christmas!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 28, 2020 at 9:36 pm

      Thank you! I can’t wait either my friend!

      Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 28, 2020 at 9:36 pm

      Thank you! I can’t wait either my friend. It’s my favorite time of the year!

      Reply
  16. Lucy says

    October 28, 2020 at 7:07 pm

    I absolutely adore these home Christmas pieces, I love the colour scheme of white and red, perfect for Christmas! x

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

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    • Charity Gentry says

      October 28, 2020 at 9:36 pm

      Thank you! I love red and white for Christmas too!

      Reply
  17. Stephanie says

    October 28, 2020 at 8:12 pm

    Okay, I have this problem now where I want ALL of this. So many stunning, festive pieces! Hearth and Hand always knows how to suck me in haha!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 28, 2020 at 9:36 pm

      Yes it always sucks me in too!

      Reply
  18. Alison says

    October 29, 2020 at 11:18 am

    It’s crazy to think Christmas is less than 2 months away! I love those dishes. And the little table top trees. I have the smallest apartment so that would be the only type of tree I could fit lol. They are adorable!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 30, 2020 at 2:11 pm

      I can’t believe it either! But it is my favorite time of the year so I am so excited! And I love the tabletop trees too!

      Reply
  19. Sue Berk Koch says

    October 29, 2020 at 12:17 pm

    You’ve made lovely choices, as usual. I like the simple designs and clean lines. Thanks for the links, too.

    –Sue
    http://www.susanberkkoch.com/blog

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    • Charity Gentry says

      October 30, 2020 at 2:12 pm

      Thank you so much! I am so glad you think so!

      Reply
  20. Rosie Ireland says

    October 29, 2020 at 4:02 pm

    OMG all of these bits are lovely and so my vibe and aesthetic for Christmas! I love how minimalist they are! I can’t wait for Christmas this year!

    Rosie

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    • Charity Gentry says

      October 30, 2020 at 2:16 pm

      Thank you! I love how minimalistic they are too!

      Reply
  21. JauntyTravelMum says

    October 29, 2020 at 4:11 pm

    Love the seasonal door mat. I got a reindeer one last year but love the red colour scheme in the one featured in your blog. Some great ideas and it’s making me feel festive already :-).

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 30, 2020 at 2:18 pm

      Thank you so much! I am definitely already feeling festive as well!

      Reply
  22. Kalin says

    October 29, 2020 at 8:27 pm

    I need those plates and kitchen towels! If Target wasn’t great enough, their heart and hand section is always filled with great products

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 30, 2020 at 2:20 pm

      I know right! The Hearth and Hand collection is definitely my favorite collection!

      Reply
  23. Alanna @ Work Online Sites says

    October 30, 2020 at 12:18 am

    These are all so beautiful. I always love to get new Christmas towels at Christmastime as well. It’s really nice to start seeing Christmas things now. Thanks so much for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      October 30, 2020 at 2:21 pm

      Yes I love that too! And thank you so much!

      Reply
  24. Karalee says

    November 5, 2020 at 9:20 am

    This collection is so cute & I love that it’s simple, but still fits the holiday season

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 6, 2020 at 8:56 pm

      Thank you so much. I love this simple collection too!

      Reply

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The second I saw this black cat in the Target Hall The second I saw this black cat in the Target Halloween decor section, I knew exactly what I had to do… turn it into Charlie. 😹

Obviously, I couldn’t just leave this little black cat statue as-is when I have my very own fluffy tuxedo cat at home! So I grabbed some paint while I was at Target and came home for a little Halloween craft night with my very attentive supervisor. 😂

And when I say Charlie supervised… I mean she watched VERY closely to make sure I got her likeness just right. 👀

I used white paint to recreate her adorable tuxedo face, pink for her little nose, and green for her eyes. Her eyebrow whiskers came out slightly wonky, but honestly… hers are a little wonky in real life too, so we’re calling that accuracy. 😂

When the DIY cat statue was finally finished, Charlie inspected my work and… well… I’m not sure she was impressed. 😹
Obviously she knows she’s MUCH prettier in person, so her Target Halloween decor dupe simply wasn’t up to her standards.

But I think it turned out absolutely adorable! 🐈‍⬛🎃 This was such an easy and fun way to personalize inexpensive Halloween decor and make it look just like your own pet.
Now I need to know… would you paint one to look like your cat?! 👇🏻

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🍎 Don’t let those fresh orchard apples go to waste 🍎 Don’t let those fresh orchard apples go to waste! Freeze them instead! 😉

Have you ever tried freezing fresh apple slices?! This is one of my favorite fall kitchen hacks, especially after a trip to the apple orchard! 🍏

Every fall, I come home with WAY more apples than we could possibly eat before they go bad 😂 So instead of letting them sit on the counter, I prep and freeze a big batch of apple slices to use all season long!

It takes a little extra time upfront, but having fresh apple slices ready in the freezer makes fall baking SO much easier. 🥧 You can grab exactly what you need whenever you’re craving apple pie, apple crisp, apple cobbler, apple bread, or any of your favorite cozy apple recipes!

Plus, it’s such an easy way to preserve those delicious fresh-picked apples from the orchard and enjoy them long after apple season is over. 🙌🏻🍎

Want to know how to freeze fresh apples the right way so they’re ready for all your fall baking?!

Comment “APPLES” below and I’ll send you my full step-by-step guide! 🍎❄️

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There’s just one tiny problem… I can’t dance to sa There’s just one tiny problem… I can’t dance to save my life, I’m not Mormon, I’m not a mom, and I’m pretty sure binge-watching every season of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives does NOT count as an application. 🤣

But seriously… why do all the Mormon wives look SO cute in their matching sweat sets?! Like they just casually throw one on and look effortlessly put together.

Meanwhile, most sweat sets have me looking like an oversized pumpkin with a drawstring. 🎃😂

BUT THIS ONE?! 👏🏻

This Aerie sweat set might finally be my MomTok moment because I’m obsessed. It’s comfy, cute, and actually makes me feel put together while still basically wearing pajamas, which is exactly the kind of fashion I support. 😂

And obviously, the only appropriate activity while wearing it is binge-watching the new season of SLOMW. 👀

So… who else already blew through the entire season?! 😂 I need to know ALL your thoughts because I have opinions. Drop yours below! 👇🏻

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POV: you made the cutest DIY Halloween decor witho POV: you made the cutest DIY Halloween decor without buying a single thing 👻📖

This is your reminder that fall decor doesn’t have to be expensive! Some of my favorite seasonal decorations are DIY projects made with supplies I already have at home, and this spooky cute DIY ghost banner might be one of my favorites yet.

I started by brewing about 4 bags of black tea and letting it cool. While the tea was cooling, I tore a few pages out of an old book I already had and placed them in a shallow baking dish with the tea. I let the pages soak for several hours to give them that perfectly aged, vintage look.

Once the tea-stained book pages were dry, I used a ghost-shaped cookie cutter to trace little ghosts onto each page. Then I cut them out, added tiny faces with a Sharpie, and attached them to twine using mini clothespins.

And that’s it! 👻

I hung my DIY ghost garland on the hutch in my dining room, and I think it adds the perfect amount of spooky cute Halloween decor without spending a bunch of money.

You could easily customize this budget-friendly fall DIY too! Instead of ghosts, try pumpkins, leaves, bats, or whatever shape fits your fall decor. The possibilities are endless!

Save this easy DIY Halloween decor idea for your next fall craft night, and tell me: would you make the ghosts or switch them out for another fall shape?!

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If you have a major sweet tooth like me, you NEED If you have a major sweet tooth like me, you NEED to try this fun fall dessert idea! Instead of a traditional charcuterie board, load it up with all your favorite cookies, candies, chocolates, and seasonal treats for the ultimate fall dessert charcuterie board. 🍫🍬🍪

The best part?! It’s completely NO BAKE 🙌 Just grab your favorite fall and Halloween treats, arrange them on a board, and you have an easy dessert that looks like you put way more effort into it than you actually did. 😂

This would be SO cute for a Halloween party, fall girls’ night, Friendsgiving, movie night, or any fall get-together. 🎃👻 And you can easily customize it with whatever treats you love!

Honestly, I think dessert charcuterie boards might be better than regular charcuterie boards… but maybe that’s just my sweet tooth talking. 😆

Would you make a fall dessert board like this?! And more importantly… what treat are you grabbing FIRST?! 👇🏻 

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Come style my screened in porch for fall with me! Come style my screened in porch for fall with me! 🎃

Who says the front porch gets to have all the fun?! 😂 I spend WAY more time on our screened-in porch, so of course I had to give it a cozy little fall makeover too!

This bar cart is one of my favorite spots to decorate because it’s so easy to switch out with the seasons. A few pumpkins, some warm fall colors, and simple seasonal touches instantly make this space feel so much cozier for fall. 🍁

And since this is basically my favorite spot to enjoy my morning coffee, I want it to feel just as festive as the rest of our home!

Of course, the cats also think the pumpkins are here specifically for them to knock over. 😹 Apparently they have VERY strong opinions about my fall porch decor.

Are you decorating your outdoor spaces for fall too, or do you keep all the pumpkins inside?! 🎃

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DIY mercury glass pumpkins that still look this go DIY mercury glass pumpkins that still look this good YEARS later?! Sign me up! 🎃

I made these mercury glass pumpkins several years ago, and I’m still so in love with how they turned out! They honestly look just as good today as they did when I first made them, which makes this one of my favorite budget-friendly fall DIYs.

There’s just something so satisfying about taking an inexpensive Dollar Tree pumpkin and turning it into fall decor that looks way more expensive than it actually was. 🙌🏻 These have that beautiful vintage mercury glass look and are perfect for adding a little cozy, high-end touch to your fall and Halloween decor.

And the best part? You only need a few supplies and a few dollars to recreate them!

Comment “mercury glass” below and I’ll send you the full step-by-step tutorial! 🎃

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🍎🍂 SEPTEMBER MEANS IT’S OFFICIALLY TIME TO BAKE AL 🍎🍂 SEPTEMBER MEANS IT’S OFFICIALLY TIME TO BAKE ALL THE FALL THINGS!

And these Apple Cider Crinkle Cookies need to be at the top of your fall baking list! 😍 Made with nutty browned butter, a homemade apple cider reduction, and warm autumn spices, these cookies are rich, chewy, cozy, and basically taste like apple orchard season in cookie form.

They may sound fancy, but I promise this apple cider cookie recipe is actually so easy to make! 🙌

If you love apple desserts, fall cookies, and anything that makes your kitchen smell like autumn, you HAVE to try these! 🍎🍪

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Flower Lovin’ Friends! POV: YOU’RE READY FOR FALL… Flower Lovin’ Friends! POV: YOU’RE READY FOR FALL… BUT YOUR SUMMER FLOWERS DIDN’T GET THE MEMO 😂

I’ve been working on my fall front porch this weekend, and I’m loving how it’s coming together so far! 

It’s still SO warm here in North Carolina, which means all of my summer flowers and plants are still going strong. So instead of my usual neutral fall porch decor, we’re going a little more colorful this year and I think it looks so pretty! 🍂🌸

I added a new pumpkin doormat for a little fall refresh, but everything else is fall decor I’ve reused from years past. Proof that you definitely don’t need to buy all new decorations every season to give your porch a fresh look! 🙌🏻

And can we talk about FAUX MUMS?! I bought these last year, and it may have been one of my best fall decorating decisions because I can pull them out year after year and they still look perfect. Which is especially helpful considering I somehow manage to kill the real mums every single fall. 💀🤣

I still have a few finishing touches to add, but I’d say my colorful fall porch is off to a pretty good start! 🎃

Are you team REAL MUMS 🌼 or team FAUX MUMS because you can’t keep them alive either?! 😂

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POV: you finally found a board game you’re guarant POV: you finally found a board game you’re guaranteed to win. 🤣🧀🍇

I LOVE board games… especially when people put meat and cheese on them. Maybe some fruit, crackers, and a few other snacks too. Now THAT is a game I’m really good at. 😂👏🏻

Okay, I’ll be honest, I’m actually not a huge board game person. But I AM extremely competitive, which means I only enjoy playing if there’s a decent chance I’m going to win. 😜 And if I’m not good at the game? Suddenly I’m no longer interested. 😂

But give me a charcuterie board filled with cheese, meats, crackers, fruit, and all the yummy snacks, and I’ll happily play all night long. 🙌🏻

Plus, an easy charcuterie board is one of my favorite entertaining ideas for fall get-togethers, game nights, girls’ nights, and holiday parties. It looks impressive, requires basically no cooking, and everyone can grab exactly what they want!

So tell me… are you a REAL board game person 🎲 or are you more of a charcuterie “board game” person like me?! 🧀🤣

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Never thought I’d be making a binder with dividers Never thought I’d be making a binder with dividers for doctor notes, lab results, treatments, medications, scans, surgeries, symptoms, and medical records at just 33 years old… but here we are. 😂

After months of appointments and still feeling like no one can put all the puzzle pieces together, I’ve officially decided I’m becoming that patient. You know, the one who walks into every appointment carrying a giant medical binder, receipts in hand, ready to advocate for herself and get some ANSWERS. 😂👏🏻

Because if navigating chronic illness has taught me anything, it’s that sometimes you have to become your own medical historian and your own biggest advocate.

There is a little bit of good news though! 🙌🏻 I was able to get an appointment with Duke’s Electrophysiology Clinic to hopefully get more help with my inappropriate sinus tachycardia (IST) and figure out a better treatment plan. The downside? My appointment isn’t until October 30th. 🙃 So once again… we wait.

I’m really hoping that by the end of this year, I’ll finally have more answers, a treatment plan that actually helps, and a clear path forward. 🤞🏻

Until then, catch me organizing my medical records like they’re a high school research project. 😂📑

Anyone else with chronic illness have a giant medical binder too?! Because I have a feeling I’m definitely not the only one. 👇🏻

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🚨 CAT LOVERS, RUN! MY FAVORITE HALLOWEEN CAT SHIRT 🚨 CAT LOVERS, RUN! MY FAVORITE HALLOWEEN CAT SHIRT IS ONLY $20! 🐈‍⬛🎃

If you’ve been looking for the cutest Halloween shirt for fall, this is your sign! My favorite Halloween cat tee from @pinklily is part of their Labor Day Doorbusters and is marked down to just $20 (normally $35!). 👏

And trust me, this isn’t the only good deal! 👀 There are SO many cute Labor Day Doorbusters happening right now, PLUS you can get 35% off everything else with code LABORDAY35! 🛍️

So if your fall wardrobe needs a little refresh, now is definitely the time to shop! 🍂 Whether you’re looking for cute fall outfits, Halloween graphic tees, cozy seasonal pieces, or just an excuse to treat yourself… Pink Lily has you covered. 😂

And obviously, as a cat mom, I couldn’t resist this Halloween cat shirt. 🐈‍⬛ I mean… LOOK AT IT! 😍

Are you team 🎃 HALLOWEEN or 🍂 FALL when it comes to seasonal graphic tees?!

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🎃YOU’D NEVER GUESS THESE PUMPKINS CAME FROM DOLLAR 🎃YOU’D NEVER GUESS THESE PUMPKINS CAME FROM DOLLAR TREE!

I found these adorable stackable pumpkins at Dollar Tree for only $5 each, and of course I immediately started thinking about how I could give them a little high-end fall makeover! 🍂

I started with a coat of black spray paint, then went over them with a metallic bronze spray paint to add the prettiest subtle shimmer. ✨ I finished them off with a cute little bow on top, and just like that—a simple Dollar Tree find looks like expensive fall porch decor! 🙌🏻

My porch definitely isn’t fully decorated for fall yet, but I think these DIY Dollar Tree pumpkins are a pretty cute start, don’t you?! 😍

There’s just something so satisfying about taking an inexpensive Dollar Tree find and transforming it into something that looks way more high-end! And this one was SO easy to do. 🎃

Would you try this Dollar Tree fall decor DIY?! 🍁

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Who’s already dressing their pets up for Halloween Who’s already dressing their pets up for Halloween? 🎃👻

Apparently Little Miss Riley is NOT a fan of her new Halloween cat sweater… and she made that very clear. 😹 I, on the other hand, think she looks absolutely adorable in her tiny spooky outfit!

Honestly, I’m shocked we even got the sweater on her. She’s so fast that catching her is usually the hardest part. 😂 Don’t worry though—we only kept it on long enough for a quick fit check before Halloween, then took it right back off and rewarded her with plenty of treats for being such a good girl. 🖤

I have a feeling this may be the first and last time she models her Halloween outfit this year… unless the treats convince her otherwise. 🤣

Are your pets team “dress up for Halloween” or team “absolutely not”? 🎃🐈

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POV: it’s still 100 degrees outside, but your hous POV: it’s still 100 degrees outside, but your house smells like FALL 🍂🕯️😂

It may officially be September, but apparently the weather didn’t get the memo. 🤣 That’s okay though because I REFUSE to light anything but a fall scented candle from now on!

And the Fall Day candle from @ellerydesigns x @antiquecandleco is basically autumn in a jar. 🍁 It’s the perfect cozy fall scent to make your whole home smell like fall, even when it still feels like the middle of summer outside. 😂

Because if I can’t have crisp fall mornings and sweater weather yet, I can at least have a cozy home that SMELLS like fall, right?! 🍂☕️🕯️

If you’re looking for the best fall candles to kick off September and make your home feel extra cozy, definitely add this one to your list!

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Are you already burning fall candles too, or are you waiting for the weather to cool down?! 👇🏻

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This rich, decadent chocolate pecan pie is surpris This rich, decadent chocolate pecan pie is surprisingly easy to make and puts the BEST twist on classic pecan pie. The bourbon adds just the right amount of warmth, while that homemade bourbon maple whipped cream takes every bite to the next level. 😍

It would be the PERFECT addition to your Thanksgiving dessert table or fall baking lineup! 🍂🦃

Save this for your Thanksgiving menu and comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send it your way! 👇🏻

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🚨 ASHEVILLE FRIENDS: THIS IS YOUR SIGN TO GO RUG S 🚨 ASHEVILLE FRIENDS: THIS IS YOUR SIGN TO GO RUG SHOPPING THIS LABOR DAY WEEKEND! 🏡

If a new rug or a little home refresh has been on your wishlist, now is the perfect time to check out @rugandhomeash! Their Labor Day Weekend Sale is happening NOW, and you can score some seriously beautiful rugs at incredible prices. 🙌

But here’s the thing, you definitely don’t need to be shopping for a rug to stop by! 😂 They have SO many unique home decor pieces, accessories, furniture, and one-of-a-kind finds that you just don’t see at your typical big box store. I could seriously wander around looking at everything forever!

So if you’re looking for things to do in Asheville this Labor Day weekend or want to give your home a little fall refresh, add @rugandhomeash to your weekend shopping list! 🛍️🍂

Are you currently shopping for a new rug, or are you like me and always somehow shopping for home decor?! 😂

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🍂 A $3 TARGET PUMPKIN… BUT MAKE IT LOOK POTTERY BA 🍂 A $3 TARGET PUMPKIN… BUT MAKE IT LOOK POTTERY BARN EXPENSIVE 👀🎃

When I spotted these adorable glass pumpkin jars in the Target Dollar Spot, I immediately knew I wanted to give one a little high-end fall makeover! And y’all… I’m OBSESSED with how this turned out. 😍

I grabbed some ColorShot spray paint in Metallic Bronze and gave the entire glass pumpkin jar a few coats, and that was literally it! Such an easy DIY fall decor project, but it completely transformed this $3 Target find.

Tell me this doesn’t look like something you’d find at Pottery Barn for WAY more?! 🙌🏼 I love finding inexpensive fall decor and turning it into something that looks high-end without the high-end price tag. Plus, you could customize this DIY pumpkin jar with any color to match your fall decor!

Now I just need to figure out what to put inside it… 🤔 Any ideas?!

SAVE this easy Target Dollar Spot DIY for your fall decorating inspo! 🎃🍂

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