🍎 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?!

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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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🍎🍂 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! 🎃

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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!

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Lifestyle · January 11, 2021

The Best Planner for The New Year

I have always been a planner type girl and I love having stationary and planners to write everything down on. Call me old school, but I just think it is so much fun to actually write your appointments down rather than type them into your phone. I figured there must be a few other out there like me. That’s why I wanted to share with you all the best planner for the new year.

I know it’s a few days into the new year, but it’s never too late to order you a nice planner to help keep you organized!

The Best Planner
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Why I think Erin Condren is the Best Planner

I briefly mentioned my Erin Condren planner in my previous 2020 recap post. But I hadn’t really used it enough to review it fully then.

After having it for a few weeks now, I gotta say I am hooked! I have the life planner and first of all, I love how it can be customized to your liking.

Personalization

This may be the top reason why I think Erin Condren is the best planner for the new year. I absolutely love being able to personalize things, and that includes my planner!

Not only can you add a name to the front of it, but you can also customize the the coil color to it as well. It gives you several different options such as: platinum, gold, rose gold, and black.

And if you know me, then you know my heart skipped a beat at the mention of rose gold!

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Rose gold is one of my favorite metals so I didn’t mind paying a little upgrade charge to get it. You can also pick out a pattern and change the colors around to your liking too.

That’s what I did with mine. I chose the general Eucalyptus pattern and went with a more pink vibe to the cover of it to match the rose gold coil better.

You can be as creative as you want to be with this planner and that is so much fun!

Stickers

This is definitely another big reason why this planner is literally the best planner for the new year. It comes with stickers! How amazing is that?!

You get four full pages of stickers in the back that includes happy birthday, celebrate, to-do, cancelled, rescheduled, etc.

The list goes on and on! Even if you run out and use all the stickers within a few months, you can order a few more sheets straight from the website too!

I honestly feel like a little kid when I am writing in my planner and adding stickers to it.

Stickers with Planner

It just makes it so colorful and happy looking in my opinion. Even if you have an overloaded schedule, you can always appreciate the colors and patterns to this beautiful planner.

It makes it look less daunting in my opinion when there are colorful happy stickers that you can add anywhere!

Perpetual Planner

Did you know that when you order one of these life planners, it automatically comes with a little perpetual planner too?!

Because I sure didn’t and I just discovered it a few days after I had been using it. That was a nice surprise and added bonus.

This one is smaller so it is the perfect size to throw in your purse and carry it with you on the go!

Perpetual Planner

Layout

The layout to this planner is really nice as well. It gives you a monthly view as well as a weekly view too. I love having both options to look at when I am trying to schedule or plan something in advance.

It also has a nice and sturdy laminate cover to it as well too. Here are some more fun features to it:

  • Mini months
  • Monthly quotes
  • Monthly notes and productivity pages
  • Dated weekly, monthly spreads
  • Additional notes in the back of the planner
  • Contacts page
  • Folder in the back
  • Snap in ruler
Planning Monthly Goals

Conclusion: Is the Erin Condren Planner Worth the Money?

If you haven’t already figured out my answer by now, the answer is obviously yes! I love so many things about this planner, it’s hard to narrow it down to just a few items.

But I tried to share the most important and favorite features of mine here for you all to review as well. If you want to try this amazing planner out for yourself, then I’ve got good news for you!

You can use the code “RAKUTEN10” to get $10 off your first purchase of $40 or more! Click here to view all the beautiful planner options!

So, because of all these reasons, I definitely think this is the best planner for the new year for sure. Do you like writing things down in a planner too?? Let me know below and tell me I’m not alone!

The Best Planner for the New Year
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Comments

  1. Ellis James Designs says

    January 11, 2021 at 9:23 am

    Such a gorgeous planner! I love the ones that come with many stickers and useful bits inside, so this is a great find.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 12, 2021 at 12:03 am

      Yes! I love that too. It makes it so much more fun!

      Reply
  2. Sophie | Love and Literature says

    January 11, 2021 at 10:48 am

    Oo, I do love a good planner, and this one looks so pretty! x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 12, 2021 at 12:06 am

      I do too! Having a good planner makes all the difference.

      Reply
  3. Cristina Rosano says

    January 11, 2021 at 10:48 am

    Such a great planner! Looks beautiful and love all the stickers it comes with! I am still yet to find a planner that I love and use through the year, so I will give it a go. thanks for sharing x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 12, 2021 at 12:08 am

      Thank you so much! You would love this one if you got it!

      Reply
  4. claire says

    January 11, 2021 at 11:04 am

    This is absolutely gorgeous. I am stationary obsessed and like you, I much prefer writing things down.

    I feel much more accountable for my upcoming commitments and even goals. A lovely buy and one I hope you enjoy all year x x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 12, 2021 at 12:09 am

      Yes I do too! Stationary and planners are just so much fun!

      Reply
  5. Nons Mshengu says

    January 11, 2021 at 11:06 am

    The planner is absolutely stunning and I love the stickers. I still haven’t found I adore, so I am sticking to digital planners for now.
    Thank you for sharing!

    Nons Mshengu – Cher Belle

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 12, 2021 at 12:11 am

      No problem! Glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  6. Della Driscoll says

    January 11, 2021 at 11:15 am

    Such a beautiful planner! I love how it’s sectioned off and all the designs in it – that would definitely motivate me to use it more x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 12, 2021 at 12:12 am

      Yes! Thats what I love about it too. It’s just so pretty!

      Reply
  7. Maria says

    January 11, 2021 at 12:19 pm

    There is something about a planner that actually works for you!!! Thanks so much for sharing everything about this planner, what it offers, and how it works;)

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 12, 2021 at 12:13 am

      Yes! I love it! Thanks so much for stopping by my friend!

      Reply
  8. Nicci says

    January 11, 2021 at 12:30 pm

    As someone who is crazy disorganised this is the post I needed! I’m forever losing things for work or forgetting where I got to in project! Definitely going to have a look into a planner! Lovely post!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 12, 2021 at 12:14 am

      Yes this would definitely help you stay organized for sure!

      Reply
  9. Jennifer Marston says

    January 11, 2021 at 12:55 pm

    This looks like such a great planner. So pretty too. I’m a sucker for stickers!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 12, 2021 at 12:15 am

      Yes I am a sucker for them too!

      Reply
  10. Stephanie says

    January 11, 2021 at 2:27 pm

    Erin Condren really does make THE best of the best planners. Every time I’ve owned one, I’ve thought, “wow, this is just far superior to all other planners!” Haha! I mean, it’s true though. They know what they’re doing, that’s for sure. And they always make my life and my job easier!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 12, 2021 at 12:17 am

      Yes it is so true! This was my first year of getting one and now I am hooked!

      Reply
  11. Kat T says

    January 11, 2021 at 5:27 pm

    Oh, I so want to try the Erin Condren planner.

    This is fab!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 12, 2021 at 12:19 am

      You definitely should try it! Erin Condren is the best!

      Reply
  12. Tiffany McCullough - Metaphysical Mama says

    January 11, 2021 at 6:35 pm

    Beautiful planner! I love all the stickers and that you can customize it. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 12, 2021 at 12:20 am

      Thank you! I love all the stickers too!

      Reply
  13. Lucy says

    January 11, 2021 at 7:10 pm

    Oh I love this planner, it’s full of amazing pages and I love that it has stickers! x

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

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 12, 2021 at 12:21 am

      Yes it sure is! It is so pretty too!

      Reply
  14. Fransic versi says

    January 11, 2021 at 8:00 pm

    It’s fun to write them down but for the past months, I’ve been using my laptop to sort the plans and write them. This is cool!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 12, 2021 at 12:22 am

      Thank you so much

      Reply
  15. Anika says

    January 12, 2021 at 12:32 pm

    I’ve seen this planner before but never looked into it. Definitely looks like the ultimate organiser, perfect for blogging too. Thanks so much for sharing, and lovely photos!

    Anika | chaptersofmay.com

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 13, 2021 at 12:36 am

      Yes! That’s why I like it so much- it is perfect for blogging!

      Reply
  16. Kalin says

    January 12, 2021 at 12:38 pm

    This planner sounds amazing! I too much prefer writing everything down instead of on my phone. All the different lists and things to organize would be perfect!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 13, 2021 at 12:37 am

      Yes I love writing things down too! So glad I am not alone!

      Reply
  17. Britt K says

    January 12, 2021 at 2:17 pm

    I have heard a lot of great things about Erin Condren planners and they always look so beautiful in the pictures and videos that I’ve seen. I am a huge planner lover, but I’ve never convinced myself to pull the trigger and treat myself to one. Maybe 2021 is the year that I’ll make that happen? I do love how organized they are and organization is a focus in my life this year…

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 13, 2021 at 12:39 am

      Yes you should definitely treat yourself to one this year! I am loving it!

      Reply
  18. Jodie | That Happy Reader says

    January 12, 2021 at 2:50 pm

    What a beautiful planner! I love planners, especially those that you can customize. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 13, 2021 at 12:40 am

      Yes I do too! Customizing is always fun!

      Reply
  19. Reagan says

    January 12, 2021 at 6:19 pm

    Thanks for the tip! I’m starting to think my phone calendar might not be enough to keep up with my schedule.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 13, 2021 at 12:40 am

      Yes, mine is definitely not enough either!

      Reply
  20. Sarah Mark says

    January 12, 2021 at 6:57 pm

    This is such a beautiful planner. I struggle to find a planner each year as I need it for a lot of things and I don’t want different planners for different things but this sounds like it would do everything I need. I am going to check it out now.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 13, 2021 at 12:41 am

      You definitely should! I love this one so much!

      Reply
  21. Naomi says

    January 19, 2021 at 11:10 am

    Oooh, you had me on rose gold and stickers!!! Then when I saw the layout, it is a bit like a done for you bullet journal – I have been getting into them a bit lately. This planner really does look amazing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 19, 2021 at 11:50 pm

      Thank you so much Naomi! It really is a great one!

      Reply
  22. Zoe says

    January 19, 2021 at 11:55 am

    Love this post! I honestly get so excited over stationery :’)

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 19, 2021 at 11:51 pm

      Glad I am not the only one!

      Reply
  23. Zoie says

    January 19, 2021 at 2:53 pm

    I’ve heard such great things about these planners, but I haven’t tried one out just yet. I’m pretty picky when it comes to my planner page layouts, so I will have to look more into these and see what I can find! I love how it comes with the stickers and mini planner too!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 19, 2021 at 11:53 pm

      Yes, they come in other page layouts too so you should definitely check them out and see what you think!

      Reply
  24. AH says

    January 19, 2021 at 2:56 pm

    Great post ❤️I have problems to find the perfect planner 😉 This is cool
    Thanks for sharing
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    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 19, 2021 at 11:54 pm

      Thank you. So glad you thought so!

      Reply
  25. Karalee Shotola says

    January 28, 2021 at 2:38 pm

    I haven’t heard of these planners before, but I love the look of yours! I also love that there are stickers & the different sections seem useful!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 29, 2021 at 12:08 pm

      Yes! This is definitely my favorite planner. I love the stickers too!

      Reply
  26. Lynn Mejia says

    January 29, 2021 at 12:41 am

    So gorgeous! I’m a sucker for a beautiful planner. Thanks for sharing yours! x

    http://www.lynnmumbingmejia.com

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 29, 2021 at 12:09 pm

      Thank you! I love a good planner too!

      Reply

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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!

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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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#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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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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POV: You don’t have kids, so your cats get the boo POV: You don’t have kids, so your cats get the boo baskets. 😹🎃🐈‍⬛

I always love making a cute Halloween boo basket, and since we don’t have kids, obviously my cats are getting one instead! 😂🧡

I filled their cat boo basket to the brim with all their favorite treats, Halloween-themed cat toys, and even a few costumes because what’s a boo basket without some embarrassing Halloween outfits?! 👻🤣

Now, they may not appreciate the costumes… but I KNOW they’re going to love the treats and toys! 😹🐾

So take this as your sign to make a Halloween boo basket for your cat this year! It’s such a fun way to spoil your feline friend and get them in the spooky spirit. 🎃🧡

Would your cat love a boo basket or absolutely HATE the costumes? 😂

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If you’re already planning your Halloween desserts If you’re already planning your Halloween desserts and spooky treats for this year, you have to add this Halloween Crack Candy to your list! 🎃👻

It’s sweet, salty, festive, and dangerously addictive… seriously, you’ve been warned! 😂 I couldn’t stop sneaking “just one more piece.”

This is one of my favorite easy Halloween recipes because it comes together so quickly and is perfect for Halloween parties, movie nights, or gifting to friends and neighbors.

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🎃 Would you keep this all to yourself or actually share it? 😏

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Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken 🍗 Need an easy dinner rec Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken 🍗

Need an easy dinner recipe that basically cooks itself?! 🙌🏼 This slow cooker BBQ chicken is about to become a weeknight favorite!

Just toss the ingredients into your Crockpot, let it do its thing, and you’ve got tender, juicy, flavorful BBQ chicken with hardly any effort. 🙌🏼 And the BEST part? It’s freezer-friendly! ❄️

This recipe makes a good amount, so I love freezing the leftovers and keeping them on hand for those nights when I need a quick and easy dinner idea. It’s such a lifesaver!

If you love easy Crockpot recipes, slow cooker meals, freezer-friendly recipes, and simple weeknight dinners, you NEED to try this one! 🤤

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