Fall is one of my favorite times of year. The season is filled with so many traditions from my childhood and so many fond memories since. As a child I looked forward to creatively carving pumpkins and the tradition of roasting the pumpkin seeds after. Now my children do too. As a teenager I loved fall and the high school football games. I was in the marching band and on crisp … [Read more...] about Try This Fall Bucket List For Loads Of Fun
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How To Preserve Apples
Apple picking season is in full swing (September-October) and I am stocking up! If you are lucky enough to have a backyard orchard, you are well aware of how much fruit one tree can produce. If you don't have your own apple tree, consider visiting an apple picking farm near you this apple season. Taking a family trip to an apple farm is a great way to get your children outdoors … [Read more...] about How To Preserve Apples
Techniques for a Breathtaking Autumn Garden
After all the bloom and activity of the spring and summer vegetable gardening, autumn is often a moment of calm in the garden. If you’re lucky, the first few weeks of autumn will be an Indian summer. As the summer heat slowly gives way to the crispness of autumn, gardeners everywhere are eager to bring new life and vibrancy to their outdoor spaces. But how can you create a … [Read more...] about Techniques for a Breathtaking Autumn Garden
Fall Leaf Crafts Kids Will Love
My kids love the outdoors and it is starting to feel like fall around here! Lots of fun things come with fall...long sleeves, boots, crisp air and one of my kids's favorite parts...all the leaves!! Leaves are starting to trickle down and collect on the ground. I just love the crunchy sounds of the dry leaves, don't you? We decided to jump into fall with some fun and easy fall … [Read more...] about Fall Leaf Crafts Kids Will Love
How To Make Pine Cone Garland
If you like to incorporate a bit of nature into your crating, this Painted Pine Cone Garland craft is for you! Something I love about this craft is that I made a little game out of it with my children. We headed outside to our backyard where we have a large pine tree. I told my kids to find 4 pinecones each and to make sure that they weren't squished or tiny! This got them … [Read more...] about How To Make Pine Cone Garland
How To Make A Pumpkin Floral Centerpiece
If you are looking for beautiful pumpkin decorations for Halloween or fall, you are sure to love this pumpkin floral centerpiece tutorial. Monica Potter, star of “Bringing Back Potter”, shared these fun DIY pumpkin vases on Home & Family, which airs weekdays at 10 am ET/PT on Hallmark Channel. I was given permission to share it with you here. How To Make … [Read more...] about How To Make A Pumpkin Floral Centerpiece
Great Tips For Carving A Pumpkin Jack O Lantern
Yep, it's getting close to that time again - pumpkin carving time! Time to get out the tools and carve a great Jack-O'-Lantern! These tips for carving a pumpkin jack o lantern will take you from start to fantastic finish. Us Youngblood Men usually wait until close to Halloween to carve our pumpkins. It really gets my son into the spirit … [Read more...] about Great Tips For Carving A Pumpkin Jack O Lantern