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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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#diychristmas #diyornaments #christmasdiy #coastalchristmas #shells
We had the BEST time this weekend at the Carolina We had the BEST time this weekend at the Carolina Charm event at @therevelry_clt benefiting the Isabella Santos Foundation! 💕

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Please tell me I’m not the only crazy cat mom who makes up dramatic storylines about her cats?! 🤣
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Football season is officially here, which means I’m all about the game day snacks! 🙌🏻 
And this easy Football Cheese Ball might just be the cutest addition to your next football party or tailgate! I’m partnering with @foodlion to create this simple, delicious football-shaped cheese ball using ingredients you can easily grab during your next grocery run. 
It’s creamy, cheesy, loaded with ranch and bacon, and perfect for serving with crackers and pretzels. 😍 Here’s what you’ll need: 
🏈 FOOTBALL CHEESE BALL: 
• 16 oz cream cheese (2 8-oz blocks), softened 
• 2 tbsp sour cream 
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 
• 1 oz ranch seasoning (1 packet) 
• ¼ cup chopped green onions 
• ½ cup chopped bacon or bacon bits 
• 1 tsp hot sauce (optional) 
• 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce 
🏈 FOR THE COATING: 
• ⅓ cup chopped pecans 
• ½ cup chopped bacon 
• 2 tbsp chopped green onions 
• 2 slices white cheese for the football laces 
Mix all of the cheese ball ingredients together in the bowl of a stand mixer until combined. Spray a little cooking oil on your hands and shape the mixture into a football. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours. I made mine the night before so it was ready to go on game day! When you’re ready to serve, combine the pecans, bacon, and green onions in a shallow dish and roll the cheese ball in the mixture until completely coated. Cut thin strips from the white cheese to create the football laces, arrange everything on a serving tray with your favorite crackers and pretzels, and you have the CUTEST football party appetizer! 🏈🧀 
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I’m telling y’all, these might just be BETTER than traditional pecan pie! And that’s saying a lot because I absolutely love a good slice of pecan pie, especially during the holiday season! 🤣

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

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

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

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

Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send you my easy pecan pie bars recipe! 🥧
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Christmas · November 27, 2021

Vintage Inspired Gift Wrapping

You know I love to put some time and effort into gift wrapping every year. And every year, I like for it to be a little different. So this year I came up with the idea of doing vintage inspired gift wrapping.

I found some pretty vintage lace ribbon on Amazon and I thought that would look so beautiful tied around my packages this year! The good news is that you can order everything I used online as well.

So if you like this look, then you can easily achieve it too! But I am going to show you just how easy and simple it is to create a beautiful wrapped present to place under your Christmas Tree this year!

Vintage inspired gift wrapping
Here is a preview of how my gifts are turning out this year!

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Start With The Wrapping Paper

I always like to do just simple Kraft wrapping paper every year. But like I said above, I wanted to do something a tad bit different this year. So I found this cute 3 pack of kraft wrapping paper on Amazon as well and I knew it would be perfect.

It has subtle little prints of antlers, trees, and snowflakes but it still gives you that perfect neutral vibe like regular kraft paper does. And it is perfect for just Farmhouse Christmas decor too. Especially since it comes with a roll of antler prints too!

I love how versatile this wrapping paper can be! I looked all over at places like Target and Walmart this year, but I could not find any wrapping paper that really spoke to me.

Until I saw this one on Amazon! I knew it would look perfect under my tree this year.

Add In Some Vintage Lace Ribbon

Here is where I think you can see how my vintage inspired gift wrapping came to be. When I saw this set of vintage lace ribbon, I knew it would go perfectly with my wrapping paper.

And it definitely gives it that vintage feel that I was craving! It comes in both beige and white, but I got the beige color because I thought it would look better against the Kraft paper.

I thought the white would appear too stark.

I love how this pack comes with a variety of different laces and sizes. That way you can easily choose which piece would look better with each gift you are wrapping. I also found some colored vintage lace ribbon and I thought that would be fun to use as well.

That way I can add in some color! I thought it would be more red since that is my main color this year for Christmas. It is important to note, that it seems to be more of a burgundy color to me in person.

But, regardless it is still a very pretty ribbon and would look great underneath the tree!

I also had some leftover buffalo check ribbon from another project that I used for a few gifts as well. I like how they all don’t match perfectly, but each one goes very well together.

They all play off well from each other in my opinion. And it adds plenty of interest underneath the tree!

Wrapping Gifts
Wrapped Gift
Adding Vintage Lace to Wrapped Gift
Adding gift tag to wrapped gift

Make Handmade Gift Tags

If you have been around here long enough, then you know every year I love to make handmade gift tags. I also think this fits in the vintage inspired gift wrapping as well because who doesn’t love a good handmade item?!

It’s the perfect personalized touch for every gift! I like to again use Kraft colored gift tags to match the wrapping paper as well.

And then I like to use Christmas Stamps to stamp on the front of the tags. I will then add in a “To” and “From” on the back after they are dried as well.

I shared more about this process a couple of years ago when I was doing more of a Farmhouse Style Gift Wrapping too.

Finish Up Wrapping

I think these all make wonderful additions underneath your Christmas trees! I always like to stick with a theme for wrapping paper and I am loving how my theme turned out to be this year!

What do y’all think about it too?! Do you also like to stick with a certain theme when wrapping your gifts too?

If so, I would love to hear about it! I hope you enjoyed this idea of vintage inspired gift wrapping as much as I did!

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Also, if you’re looking for eve more inspiration, be sure to check out some of my friends below and see how they wrapped their gifts this year too!

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Comments

  1. Sarah Clarke says

    November 27, 2021 at 3:23 pm

    Oh wow I love the LACE I’m going to try to find some for my gift wrapping thank you for the inspiration 💖

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 27, 2021 at 3:35 pm

      Oh yay. So glad you got some inspiration then!

      Reply
  2. readandreviewit says

    November 27, 2021 at 4:02 pm

    Oh wow I love these! The paper and ribbon you chose are both absolutely perfect – I’m sorely tempted to get some myself, haha! Creating your own gift tags is such a cool idea too, I definitely want to experiment with that this year. Thank you so much for sharing x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 28, 2021 at 12:27 am

      You definitely should! It’s a fun process to do all this for sure!

      Reply
  3. Megan Charlie says

    November 27, 2021 at 4:14 pm

    This is some really gorgeous wrapping. I love the lace!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 28, 2021 at 12:27 am

      Thank you! I love the lace too!

      Reply
  4. Angel Lewis says

    November 27, 2021 at 4:22 pm

    I love these ideas. We went with a more vintage look on our tree and this would fit in perfectly! I didn’t know that lace ribbon was a thing that could still be purchased.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 28, 2021 at 12:27 am

      Thank you! I didn’t know that you could get it off of Amazon either.

      Reply
  5. Karalee Shotola says

    November 27, 2021 at 8:07 pm

    The gift wrapping looks so pretty and I love that you used lace instead of regular ribbon! It does give it a vintage feel.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 28, 2021 at 12:28 am

      Thank you! I thought so too!

      Reply
  6. Molly @ Transatlantic Notes says

    November 27, 2021 at 8:46 pm

    Wow — this gift wrap looks so beautiful! What a lovely idea; I’d love to have presents wrapped like this! I’ve already got the shopping/wrapping paper bought so can’t do try this out yet but I’ll bookmark this for next year!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 28, 2021 at 12:28 am

      Oh perfect! You should definitely try it out next year then!

      Reply
  7. Jaya Avendel says

    November 27, 2021 at 9:34 pm

    Your gift wrapping is so neat and elegant! I love that, instead of using regular ribbon, you have varied it up with a check ribbon and simple kraft tags. I am finally starting to put together boxes to send out and bags to gift, so I will keep your tips in mind. 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 28, 2021 at 12:28 am

      Thank you! I love using different pieces that all flow well together too!

      Reply
  8. Heidi says

    November 28, 2021 at 5:44 am

    These are so simple yet elegant. That wrapping paper is lovely! They look so nice together under the tree. 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 28, 2021 at 11:24 pm

      Thank you so much Heidi. I really appreciate it.

      Reply
  9. Melissa Alvarado says

    November 28, 2021 at 10:43 pm

    I like the idea of using the lace. It looks beautiful for the gifts. Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 28, 2021 at 11:24 pm

      Thank you. I am loving the lace too!

      Reply
  10. Eleanor says

    November 29, 2021 at 3:26 pm

    This post was great! I love the vintage look of this gift wrapping, so perfect for the holiday season x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 30, 2021 at 10:12 pm

      Awe thank you so much Eleanor. I am so glad you think so as well

      Reply
  11. Giulia says

    November 29, 2021 at 3:54 pm

    I love this idea so much! Think I’ll get some of this, as I have no gift wrap at all this year.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 30, 2021 at 10:16 pm

      You definitely should. I am loving the gift wrap and how it turned out!

      Reply
  12. Stephanie says

    November 29, 2021 at 6:48 pm

    This is such a wonderful wrapping idea! I haven’t really switched up my way of wrapping gifts over the years, but I’d love to try this in the future. So pretty!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 30, 2021 at 10:16 pm

      Awe thank you so much. I appreciate it

      Reply
  13. Jodie | That Happy Reader says

    November 30, 2021 at 2:21 pm

    This vintage style is so refreshing and doesn’t scream the commercialism of Christmas. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 30, 2021 at 10:16 pm

      No problem at all! I like to keep it simple!

      Reply
  14. Sarah says

    December 1, 2021 at 4:13 am

    Love this! I’ve purposely avoided all the glittery stuff this year and this looks great. Thanks for the inspiration

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 1, 2021 at 11:58 pm

      Thank you! I don’t like the glittery stuff either. it gets everywhere!

      Reply
  15. Terrie @Decorate and More with Tip says

    December 2, 2021 at 1:12 pm

    I have lace in my craft drawer and never thought about using that for gifts. Thanks for the great idea. Your packages look so pretty. Love hopping with you. Happy Holidays!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 2, 2021 at 9:55 pm

      Thank you so much Terrie. It was so fun to hop with you as well! Hope you have happy holidays too!

      Reply
  16. Tara @ Stilettos and Shiplap says

    December 2, 2021 at 5:02 pm

    I love how they turned out. I have a major weakness for vintage lace as well and love to add it to decor and packages and anything I can, really. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 2, 2021 at 9:56 pm

      Thank you! Vintage lace is just so pretty, it can go on anything I think!

      Reply
  17. Linda Johnston says

    December 2, 2021 at 9:51 pm

    Reminds me of wrapping with my mom decades ago. She would raid her sewing remnantsfor bits to use on our gifts. Always so pretty like yours.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 2, 2021 at 9:57 pm

      Awe what a special memory! I love that! Thanks for sharing that with me!

      Reply
  18. corine Mapes says

    December 4, 2021 at 1:52 am

    I love the beautiful way you wrapped them. You had me at vintage!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 4, 2021 at 8:37 pm

      Thank you! Anything vintage always gets me too!

      Reply
  19. Fadima Mooneira says

    December 4, 2021 at 1:17 pm

    Vintage wrapping papers are always luxurious looking. I also like simple wrapping papers for gifts. Thank you for sharing this idea.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 6, 2021 at 12:23 am

      Thank you. I am so glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  20. Peeka says

    December 4, 2021 at 2:13 pm

    Oh how you just got me in the mood to wrap presents!! I’m so inspired Thanks😊

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 6, 2021 at 12:24 am

      Oh good. I am so glad it got you in the mood to wrap presents too then!

      Reply
  21. Sarah Mark says

    December 4, 2021 at 6:47 pm

    These gifts turned out so pretty! I love the vintage lace it is beautiful!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 6, 2021 at 12:25 am

      Awe thank you! I love the vintage lace too!

      Reply
  22. Louise says

    December 4, 2021 at 9:25 pm

    Omg that vintage lace as ribbon is Devine! I’m going to try that this year!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 6, 2021 at 12:28 am

      Thank you! You definitely should. It is beautiful!

      Reply
  23. Michelle Gast says

    December 5, 2021 at 7:35 pm

    My parents and my Aunt would love this! Thank you for sharing with me! =)
    ~Michelle
    https://michellescrazybusylife.net

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    • Charity Gentry says

      December 6, 2021 at 12:32 am

      Thank you so much. I am so glad you enjoyed it too then!

      Reply

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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