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We love autumn. Whether you’re looking for DIY projects or recipes for your autumn outing, brunch, or pumpkin [something], you’ll be able to find it right here. This category features all of our autumn favorites, rolled up into one, easy location. Our ideas are budget, family, and living-on-your-own friendly, and easy to follow. We’ve made every craft project and recipe featured here and our posts will let you know how much we liked it. Let’s be honest, we’ve loved pretty much everything. Leave a comment if you have one. If you’re looking for something more specific use our search bar or check out one of our niche categories. Thanks for stopping by, hope to have you back soon!

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Beef Stew

October 30, 2012
Beef Stew

Growing up, I was one of many children. A stew was my mom’s best friend when it came to making dinner. Let’s face it, what’s easier than throwing things into a pot and letting it do its thing all day?  If you are looking to feed an army (or to have leftovers for a few days) making a stew, in this case beef stew, is perfect. [recipe] Beef Stew 2…

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Pumpkin Pancakes

October 29, 2012

Staying home today and weathering out the storm?  Have a breakfast or brunch to make for a group of friends and family?  Try making some delicious pumpkin pancakes!  They are so easy to make, and they do not require any extra effort, just a can of pumpkin puree and cinnamon. Pumpkin is not only a delicious fall flavor, it also has great health benefits!  Huffington Post broke down those benefits…

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Maple Pecan Cookies

October 25, 2012

Hello again! It’s guest blogger Ashley, you know the one who brought you the homemade BBQ sauce. I’m back with what will soon be your favorite fall cookie! If you ask any of my friends, the first thing they will tell you is how much I love the fall. It’s my absolute favorite season, and I don’t waste any time celebrating (seriously, my fall decorations went up September 4!). I…

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Fall Sangria

October 22, 2012

A summer fav, Sangria is a popular wine “punch.”  It first started with the Romans (around 200 B.C.) when they arrived in Spain, planting vineyards as they conquered the country.  But it wasn’t until 1964 that Sangria made an official appearance in the United States when it was brought to the World’s Fair held in New York City.  Today, sangria is enjoyed around the world in restaurants  bars, and even at…

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Mummy Pumpkin: Halloween DIY

October 15, 2012
DIY Mummy Pumpkin

This weekend I channeled my inner Martha Stewart and crafted a fun DIY decoration for Halloween – a Mummy Pumpkin.  I first saw this floating around Pinterest, and as a lover of Halloween and anything involving pumpkin, I knew I had to make it!  It’s a bit of a time hog, but not too hard to craft – a moderate DIY project.  All you’ll need is some patience and… DIY…

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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Truffles

September 27, 2012

Tuesday night, I may have screwed up a really good recipe for these Pumpkin Cream Cheese Truffles, and may might have become very angry with the dessert gods – I needed to cool off and try it again.  I redeemed myself last night by hashing out the recipe once more by switching some things up, and yes, reading the directions a bit more carefully.  NOTE: my cross outs below are…

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Pumpkin Poppers

September 25, 2012

Day 2!  And you guessed it…MORE PUMPKIN!  We found this recipe while stumbling along Pinterest and knew that we had to try them.  Just want to give you a heads up, this recipe will take some time to make, so be sure to plan ahead! And the best way to use a mini muffin tin, besides mini cinnamon rolls?  Pumpkin donut holes! aka: Pumpkin Poppers. [recipe] Pumpkin Poppers Poppers: 1…

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Pumpkin Whoopie Pies

September 24, 2012
Pumpkin Whoopie Pies

One of our favorite things to add to a dessert, besides peanut butter, is pumpkin.  It does not even have to be fall for me to eat a good pumpkin pie. A classic American treat, the Whoopie Pie, otherwise known as a “black-and-white,” got its start as being a delicious treat in lunch pails.  Wives of farmers would bake these treats once in a while for their husbands and pack…

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