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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Ultimate Guide to Yard Care In The Fall
Are you wondering how to take care of your yard in the fall? Well, here is everything you need to know. As with most things in life, fall is what you make of it and can be a fantastic time of the year. In your backyard, imagine roasting marshmallows and sipping hot cocoa by the […]
Pine Cone Garland Idea For Fun DIY Decor
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 […]
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 […]