I'm going to tell you right away: even though I'm writing a post about fall decor, our Christmas tree is definitely up in the living room already! :) We decided to set it up early this year, along with our other Christmas decor, because baby boy could come any day and then life will be just a little bit more busy! ;) Anyway, Thanksgiving still isn't for a couple of weeks, and it is still technically fall! We may have snow on the ground here in Minnesota, but I've been enjoying all the fall … [Read more...]
No-Mess Autumn Tree Painting
I loved art projects as a kid. You could often find me downstairs early in the morning, poring through craft books and determining which project I'd attempt that day! :) Sometimes, I followed the directions step by step; other times, I made up my own craft! Even though I'm an adult now, I still really enjoy doing art projects with kids. I've made fun crafts with my nanny kids over the years, and I experienced a lot of art projects as an elementary school teacher, too! But what I've been … [Read more...]
17 Autumn Projects To Do Before The Seasons Change
I know, I know -- maybe it seems early to think about winter! Here in Minnesota, it feels like September has barely arrived and people are already going all out with fall decor while keeping one eye on the impending cold. But that's how we plan ahead in this state! ;) Personally, I've been thinking about winter a lot already this year because I've been trying to plan ahead for our little one! Our daughter is due mid-October and while I'm so excited, I'm also a bit overwhelmed at the idea of … [Read more...]
Hearty Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
It's squash season around here for sure!! You don't even want to know how many squash we have at our place right now… :) Luckily, squash is healthy, delicious, and very versatile in recipes! We haven't tired of it yet - and that's partly because a great new recipe like this one can really bring some variety into the mix (other than simply baking the squash). Like I've said before, autumn brings with it a craving for heartier flavors and textures. I came up with this recipe on a whim and we've … [Read more...]
Peach Blackberry Vanilla Crisp
Can you believe it's October already?! I feel like I barely blinked and September had disappeared. October always used to be my favorite month - I absolutely loved fall when I was growing up. Now, I struggle a bit with the anticipation of a long Minnesota winter and a whole lot of COLD :) But all in all, fall is still just as gorgeous and magical to me as it was years ago. One of the most wonderful facets of autumn is the food! Something about this windy, gorgeous season begs for food with … [Read more...]