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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.

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Recipes · June 27, 2021

Patriotic Fruit Pizza

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If you’re anything like me, then you probably love a good fruit pizza as a nice summer dessert. And what’s even better is to make it have a patriotic spin to it! This dessert is perfect for Memorial Day, Fourth of July or any of the patriotic holidays! 

Or really anytime because you don’t even have to make it into an American flag. But, it does make for the perfect red, white, and blue dessert in my opinion!

That’s the fun part about a fruit pizza recipe, you can customize it to however you want. Let the creative juices flow! But, for today I am going to show you just how easy it is to make this delicious and easy fruit pizza.

I always remember my mom making delicious fruit pizzas growing up. Whether they were for summer holidays or just because, they always were delicious and never disappointed! I think any kind of sugar cookie pizza recipe like this is perfect for a crowd or party! 

Patriotic Fruit Pizza

Ingredients Needed for Patriotic Fruit Pizza:

The great thing about this Fourth of July fruit pizza is that it doesn’t not require too many ingredients. Just a quick trip to the grocery store and back, and you will have everything you need to make this easy and delicious recipe! 

  • Refrigerated Sugar Cookie Dough, Such as Pillsbury Sugar Cookie Dough 
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 8 oz Whipped Topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed
  • 2/3 Cup of Sugar 
  • 8 oz Raspberries 
  • 8 oz Blueberries 
  • 16 oz Fresh Strawberries, sliced
Ingredients Needed for Patriotic Fruit Pizza
All the yummy ingredients!

Make The Sugar Cookie Crust

This recipe is so simple and easy but you do need to divide into two parts. First, you need to make the crust. And then, you need to make the cream cheese filling. 

So while the crust bakes, you can make the filling mixture. It really doesn’t take long at all and the longest part is just waiting for the crust to cool.

To make the crust, you just need to slice the pre-made cookie dough into rounds. Then, spread it around on a greased pizza pan or cookie sheet and flatten it out evenly. 

After you have flattened it out, you can then bake crust it in a preheated oven at 350 degrees for 12-15 minutes. You want it to be a nice golden brown when you take it out of the oven. That way you get a delicious chewy cookie crust for the pizza!

Sugar Cookie Crust
A nice golden brown crust!

Make the Cream Cheese Frosting

After you bake your sugar cookie crust for the patriotic fruit pizza, you need to let it cool completely. While it is doing that, you can then make the cream cheese mixture that goes on top of the pizza. 

Simply combine cream cheese, sugar and vanilla in a large mixing bowl. You can use a an electric hand mixer or a regular electric mixer for this.

Then, add in half of the whipped cream topping and mix well. Fold in the remaining whipped topping and viola! It is done! it creates a delicious and creamy frosting that pairs perfectly with the sugar cookie base!

Once you have mixed it all together, you can then spread about half of the mixture onto the cooled crust in an even layer. You can save the rest of it to pipe in white stripes for the flag.

Cream Cheese Filling
Here you can see about half the cream cheese mixture is on the pizza and the rest is saved for piping the white stripes.

Assemble the Patriotic Fruit Pizza

Now you just need to assemble the patriotic fruit pizza in a flag pattern! I just did the outline in blueberries and then the corner of the flag too. I used a star cookie cutter to place blueberries around the area. 

That way, when I took it out, you could see a star shape. I then just alternated between strawberries and raspberries for the stripes.

After I added in all the fruit, I went back and piped in more of the cream cheese mixture for the white stripes. And that was it! You can see how it made a perfect red, white, and blue fruit pizza by alternating all the fresh berries! 

I placed it in the fridge for a few hours before serving and set it out at room temperature to serve! You can also store any leftovers in an airtight container as well. 

Patriotic Fruit Pizza
Look how cute it turned out to be!

Enjoy Your Fruit Pizza

After it is chilled, you can then serve it and enjoy it! I absolutely love fruit pizza and can eat it anytime, but I do think it is the perfect dessert, especially for Independence Day.

It’s the perfect American flag fruit pizza and it is definitely one of my favorite 4th of July desserts to bring to a party or get together! 

If you’re looking for other summery desserts, then be sure to check out this easy lemon cream pie as well. Do y’all like fruit pizza too?

If so, what are some of your favorite fruits to put on top? I would love to hear all about it below! And I hope you enjoyed this yummy sugar cookie fruit pizza recipe too! Let me know if you try it out this summer as well! 

Patriotic Fruit Pizza
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Patriotic Fruit Pizza

A delcious fruit pizza with a patriotic spin to it!
5 from 12 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Servings 8 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Tube Refrigerated Sugar Cooke Dough
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese
  • 1 tsp Vanilla
  • 2/3 Cup Sugar
  • 8 oz Whipped Topping Thawed
  • 8 oz Raspberries
  • 8 oz Blueberries
  • 8 oz Strawberries

Instructions
 

For the Sugar Cookie Crust:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • Open the cookie dough tube and slice into rounds.
  • Put the rounds of cookie dough all over a greased 12 inch pizza pan.
  • Flatten the rounds out with your hands until you get a nice even layer.
  • Bake in oven until cookie crust because lightly browned. Around 12-15 minutes.
  • Cool the crust completely before adding on the cream cheese mixture.

For the Cream Cheese Mixture:

  • Beat cream cheese, vanilla, and sugar together until smooth.
  • Add in half of the whipped topping and beat mixture for a minute more.
  • Fold in the rest of the whipped topping. Blend.
  • Scoop about half of the mixture onto cooled pizza crust and spread evenly.
  • Use the berries to create a flag on the pizza. I outlined mine with blueberries and then alternated between raspberries and strawberries for the stripes.
  • Use remaining cream cheese mixture to pipe in white stripes as well.

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Comments

  1. Tiffany McCullough - Metaphysical Mama says

    June 27, 2021 at 2:48 pm

    This is really cute and looks yummy! I’m not American, but I may make it with a different design. Thanks for sharing the recipe!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 28, 2021 at 11:45 pm

      Thank you so much! You can totally make it with whatever fruit you have on hand!

      Reply
  2. Lucy says

    June 27, 2021 at 3:15 pm

    What a lovely idea! I really want to make a fruit pizza now! x

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

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 28, 2021 at 11:46 pm

      You definitely should! I love fruit pizzas so much!

      Reply
  3. readandreviewit says

    June 27, 2021 at 7:48 pm

    Great recipe! I’m not American but this truly looks delicious. Thanks for sharing x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 28, 2021 at 11:46 pm

      No problem at all. You definitely dint have to make it into a flag, just use whatever fruit you have on hand!

      Reply
  4. Jaya Avendel says

    June 27, 2021 at 7:49 pm

    Oh my, this looks positively divine! I thought ‘fruit pizza. What?’, but I love the dessert spin on it and how easy it is to make! With plenty of fresh fruit and whipped cream too, what a cooling treat.
    Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 28, 2021 at 11:46 pm

      No problem at all! It is very delicious!

      Reply
  5. Alexis says

    June 27, 2021 at 10:59 pm

    This looks so yummy and cute! I love this as a dessert idea for the Fourth of July, but really any time during the summer. Thanks for sharing!

    Alexis| https://cafe-beauty.com/

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 28, 2021 at 11:47 pm

      Yes, you could definitely do it anytime during the summer and just use whatever fruit you wanted to use!

      Reply
  6. Della Driscoll says

    June 28, 2021 at 9:55 am

    5 stars
    What a lovely idea and a dessert perfect for summer! Loved this recipe xx

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 28, 2021 at 11:47 pm

      Thank you so much my friend. It is a perfect summer dessert!

      Reply
  7. Rosie Ireland says

    June 28, 2021 at 9:59 am

    5 stars
    Oh wow this is just excellent! I might make this for July 4th and have a BBQ!

    Rosie

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 28, 2021 at 11:47 pm

      You definitely should! It is so perfect for the fourth!

      Reply
  8. Sue Berk Koch says

    June 28, 2021 at 10:38 am

    This would be great to take to a block party or picnic. Easy and kid-friendly. Thanks for the recipe!

    –Sue
    http://www.susanberkkoch.com

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 28, 2021 at 11:48 pm

      Yes it sure is easy and kid friendly too!

      Reply
  9. Eleanor Jones says

    June 28, 2021 at 11:59 am

    5 stars
    This looks delicious! I’m not American myself but I know this is an important time of the year x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 28, 2021 at 11:48 pm

      Thank you so much, it is delicious

      Reply
  10. Richie says

    June 28, 2021 at 4:04 pm

    Hi Charity,

    A what now? A fruit pizza?! I can honestly say that I’ve never heard of such a thing.

    … but I’m very glad that you have expanded my horizons because this sounds delicious. I may even be adventurous and try it before the 4 July 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 28, 2021 at 11:48 pm

      You definitely should! Fruit pizza will change your life lol

      Reply
  11. Simona says

    June 28, 2021 at 4:34 pm

    5 stars
    Aww this looks so cute Charity! I think pizza as a sweet side it’s something I love, so this one will be tried very soon x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 28, 2021 at 11:48 pm

      Thank you, let me know how it goes for you! I’m sure you will love it!

      Reply
  12. Monique says

    June 29, 2021 at 1:39 am

    5 stars
    This is so creative! Would love to try these berries in fruit pizza! Thanks for sharing.

    http://www.lifebeginsattwenty.com

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 29, 2021 at 11:14 pm

      Thank you, the berries make it so tasty!

      Reply
  13. Heidi says

    June 29, 2021 at 5:04 am

    Fruit pizzas are one of my favorite things to make. I haven’t made it with refrigerated sugar cookie dough before. I will have to try it. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 29, 2021 at 11:14 pm

      Yes, it makes it super easy and quick to do so!

      Reply
  14. Shyla says

    June 29, 2021 at 10:55 am

    5 stars
    This recipe is fantastic. I love fruit pizza and I am going to try recreating this for my little ones. It looks so great! Your recipes are beyond professional and the photography is superb. Great job on this one.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 29, 2021 at 11:14 pm

      Awe thank you for that sweet compliment! I really appreciate it!

      Reply
  15. markstraveljournal says

    June 29, 2021 at 12:26 pm

    I have to say I’ve never heard of a fruit pizza. But this looks fabulous! And simple to make! Thanks for sharing,

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 29, 2021 at 11:15 pm

      Really?? I grew up on fruit pizza lol I love having them as a desert in the summer!

      Reply
  16. Alghashiyah says

    June 29, 2021 at 12:33 pm

    This look delicious and so cool to make I think I may have to try it thanks for sharing

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 29, 2021 at 11:15 pm

      Thank you, you definitely should try it out sometime

      Reply
  17. Jodie | That Happy Reader says

    June 29, 2021 at 1:34 pm

    This looks and sounds amazing! I love the patriotic, summer look to this dessert. I think I’ll try and create a Canadian version! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 29, 2021 at 11:15 pm

      Thank you, you should definitely create a Canadian version. That would be so cute!

      Reply
  18. Nyxie says

    June 29, 2021 at 3:05 pm

    This is class and just in time for the 4th of July!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 29, 2021 at 11:16 pm

      Thank you so much my friend!

      Reply
  19. Simply Alex Jean says

    June 29, 2021 at 3:54 pm

    This looks so lovely – I wish I could have a slice right now! Your photos look stunning and this sounds so easy to make.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 29, 2021 at 11:16 pm

      Awe thank you. I appreciate that! It is super easy to make

      Reply
  20. Fadima Mooneira says

    June 30, 2021 at 11:30 am

    5 stars
    Wow……awesome pizza. Good for this weekend eh. Happy Independence Day in advance. Hope you’ll have a good celebration.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 1, 2021 at 12:01 am

      Thank you so much! I am sure we will!

      Reply
  21. CookBakeLive says

    June 30, 2021 at 12:15 pm

    5 stars
    This is so pretty! And it looks amazing! I think I’ll give it a try for the 4th this weekend.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 1, 2021 at 12:01 am

      Thank you, you definitely should!

      Reply
  22. Lou Farrell says

    June 30, 2021 at 4:20 pm

    5 stars
    Wow, that looks fantastic. I’m wondering if I can adapt for the UK flag and I think I can. Roll on the weekend for me to give this a try.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 1, 2021 at 12:01 am

      Yes you definitely should. That is a great idea!

      Reply
  23. Rachael says

    July 1, 2021 at 1:20 pm

    This looks so delicious and perfect for the summer months! I am not American but I love it! This would be great to enjoy at a summer BBQ x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 1, 2021 at 11:36 pm

      Awe thank you. I appreciate it

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

    July 10, 2021 at 3:24 pm

    5 stars
    Thanks for sharing, this fruit pizza looks lovely, you could also do for other countries with different fruit 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 10, 2021 at 11:01 pm

      Yes you definitely could do that too!

      Reply
  25. Karalee Shotola says

    July 20, 2021 at 7:03 pm

    5 stars
    It has been FOREVER since I had a fruit pizza & this one looks so good! I hope you had a great 4th of July!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 20, 2021 at 11:10 pm

      Yes it was delicious and I hope you had a great one too!

      Reply
  26. Michelle Gast says

    December 7, 2021 at 7:40 pm

    5 stars
    I love festive and creative ideas like this! =) Shared on Pinterest as well.
    ~Michelle
    https://michellescrazybusylife.net

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 8, 2021 at 12:01 am

      Awe thank you. I really appreciate it!

      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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#halloweencat #catmom #halloweendecorations #halloweendiy #diyhalloween
🍎 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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#freshapples #frozenapples #kitchenhack #applerecipes #appledessert
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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#diyhalloween #diyhalloweendecorations #halloweencrafts #diyfalldecor #halloweendecorations
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?! 👇🏻 

#charcuterieboard #dessertcharcuterie #fallcharcuterieboard #dessertboard #falldesserts
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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#fallporch #fallporchdecor #screenedinporch #screenedporch #halloweenporch
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!

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Would you try this Dollar Tree fall decor DIY too?! Let me know below what you think! 

#dollartree #dollartreediy #dollartreefinds #potterybarndupe #mercuryglass
🍎🍂 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! 🍎🍪

Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send you the full apple cider crinkle cookie recipe! 🍂

#applecider #applecookies #fallbaking #appledessert #falldesserts
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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#charcuterieboard #charcuteries #charcuterieplatter #boardgames #boardgamer
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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#inappropriatesinustachycardia #ist #chronicillnessawareness #chronicillnessjourney #endometriosis
🚨 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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#dollartreediy #dollartreefinds #dollartreecrafts #dollartreehacks #diyfalldecor
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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#halloweencat #halloweencats #catcostume #halloweenpet #halloweenpetcostume
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!

Comment “Candle” below and I’ll send you the link! And be sure to use code the code MACEDONIA20 for 20% off!

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

#fallcandles #septembervibes #bermonths #fallscents #fallcandle
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! 👇🏻

#pecanpie #thanksgivingdessert #falldesserts #thanksgivingpie #pierecipe
🚨 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?! 😂

#ashevilleshopping #labordaysale #ashevillelocal #ashevillebusiness #828isgreat
🍂 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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#targetdollarspot #potterybarnstyle #potterybarndupe #diyfalldecor #diypumpkins

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