Weekly Wednesday Wish List #278

ByYvonne Pratt

This edition of Weekly Wednesday Wish List blends fall coziness with Christmas magic. Get the best of both. There’s a little something special for everyone.

bowl full of fall fruit

1. NO TRICKS, JUST TREATS: You know Halloween is not my favorite holiday, but Halloween treats? A completely different story. These ghost Peep s’mores treat bags are adorable and can be made in minutes with ghost Peeps, a chocolate bar, graham crackers, and a cellophane bag tied with ribbon. There’s also a printable gift tag for you!

2. COZY TIP OF THE WEEK: It’s okay to change your mind when it comes to decorating your home. Just because you loved something when you bought it doesn’t mean you have to keep it forever. Our homes are always evolving and so are our tastes. Sometimes a small change like swapping a light fixture or replacing a piece you’ve outgrown is all it takes to make a space feel fresh and right again.

3. AMAZON FINDS: Shop cozy finds I’m loving on Amazon.

4. LITTLE THINGS I’M LOVING:

  • This was last week’s bestseller. And I totally understand why!
  • We changed the pendant lights above our kitchen island to these ones. (You can see them in our kitchen in #8.)
  • Cozy Christmas towels for your bathroom. LOVE the prints and all under $15.
  • This framed swan art is absolutely gorgeous and you won’t believe the price.
  • LOVE this glass candy dish, can be used for so much more than candy.
  • I grabbed this faux arrangement for Christmas. This one is beautiful too.
  • I’m always getting questions on our kitchen counter stools, and I found them on major sale this week!!!
  • Sugared fruit is going to be huge this holiday season, check out this tree and this wreath.

5. FROM MY KITCHEN TO YOURS: Even this non-Halloween girl can’t resist these mummy-shaped Rice Krispie treats. You only need five ingredients and the kids can help drizzle on the white chocolate bandages and press in the chocolate chip eyes.

6. UPDATING MY WARDROBE:

  • When I don’t feel like styling my hair, this cap has been a lifesaver.
  • I had to have this sweater as soon as I saw it, IYKYK.
  • Peplum + Sweatshirt = Get in my closet.
  • I like to have a good basic henley as a part of my fall wardrobe for those warm fall days.

7. MAKE THIS WITH ME: Grab a pumpkin, a piece of soaked floral foam, and a handful of fresh hydrangeas to make this stunning DIY pumpkin flower arrangement. Absolutely no carving required!

8. OVER ON THE ‘GRAM: Not to put any ideas in your head, but maybe you don’t need a kitchen makeover, maybe you just need new lights. 

9. WEEKLY MOTIVATIONAL QUOTE: “You will express yourself in your house whether you want to or not.” ~Elsie DeWolfe

10. WOULD YOU RATHER OCTOBER EDITION:

  • Decorate for Halloween or Skip it and go Straight to Thanksgiving
  • Go to a Fall Festival or a Haunted House
  • Have a Yard Full of Oak Trees Dropping Leaves to Rake or a Yard With no Trees and no Leaves to Deal With
  • Spend a Saturday Afternoon at an Apple Orchard or a Pumpkin Patch
  • Decorate Your Front Porch Full of Pumpkins or Full of Mums
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white fireplace with colorful decor

1. FAVORITE STYLING MOMENT: While decorating for fall this year, I’ve really focused on using what I already have. It has been such a treat to reimagine my old decor in a new space!

2. EASY DECORATING TIP OF THE WEEK: Create a more collected fall look by mixing seasonal pieces with your everyday decor instead of removing everything and starting over. A small pumpkin tucked beside a favorite lamp, bowl, or stack of books feels natural and keeps your home looking like you.

3. DID YOU KNOW: Did you know that you don’t have to wait until the first frost to bring tender houseplants back indoors? Moving them inside before nighttime temperatures get too chilly gives them an easier adjustment to their winter home.

4. FAVORITE FIND FROM LAST WEEK: This pretty footed bowl has been a huge hit on my LTK channel this week and it’s only $25!

5. LOVELY LIVING AND BEYOND: October is a wonderful month to check in on someone who might appreciate a little extra kindness. Drop off a treat, send a handwritten note, or simply make the phone call you’ve been meaning to make.

6. READER QUESTION OF THE WEEK: “My home is decorated for fall, but something still feels unfinished. What might be missing?” See #10 for the answer!

7. WEEKLY AWESOME FINDS:

  • A white footed bowl is just the thing you need for holiday arrangements.
  • This two-piece set features elegant botanical bird prints on canvas, adding a soft and sophisticated touch of nature-inspired artwork to the room.
  • This handmade stoneware table vase has an organic shape and understated finish that works beautifully with both casual and traditional décor.
  • You guys will love this round rattan mirror features a scalloped woven frame that adds texture and a relaxed, natural feel to the space.
  • This decorative enamel tray features a colorful printed design and can be used to organize or display small items while adding visual interest.
  • The colors on this rug! This hand-knotted wool rug features a soft light blue color and a classic design that brings warmth, texture, and subtle color to the room.
  • These ceramic appetizer plates feature a classic tiled pattern that adds a charming decorative element to casual entertaining and everyday meals.
  • This decorative glass accent box has a vintage-inspired metallic finish and provides an elegant way to display or store small decorative items.
  • This brass and gold table lamp has a classic silhouette and decorative details that add warmth and a polished finishing touch to a side table or bedroom.

8. WEARABLE STYLE:

  • This casual top has a comfortable, versatile design that can easily be dressed up or down for everyday wear.
  • This women’s top has a simple yet polished design that makes it an easy piece to pair with jeans, skirts, or trousers.
  • This dress has a versatile silhouette that can be styled for both everyday occasions and more dressed-up events.
  • This classic skirt has an easy-to-style silhouette that can be paired with a variety of tops and shoes for different looks.
  • This drapey shirt dress features a soft printed pattern, relaxed silhouette, and effortless style that works well for both casual and polished occasions.
  • These suede western-style ankle boots feature a classic pointed-toe silhouette that adds a subtle Western-inspired touch to dresses, skirts, or jeans.
  • This quilted jacket features cozy construction with contrasting corduroy trim, creating a classic casual look that is ideal for cooler weather.
  • This plaid boatneck top features a flattering neckline and twisted detail that give the classic plaid pattern a more polished and feminine look.

9. HOME HACK: Slip a paint roller onto a broom handle for hard-to-reach dusting
A clean, dry paint roller attached to an extension handle can quickly pick up dust and cobwebs from high walls and ceilings without dragging out the ladder.

10. ANSWER TO READER QUESTION (#5):  Take a look at your lighting. As the days get shorter, lamps become an important part of how a room feels. Turn on several smaller lamps instead of relying on overhead lighting, and make sure darker corners have a little glow. Warm, layered lighting can make all of your fall colors and textures look richer and cozier.

white pumpkins at the base of an urn of drying hydrangeas

1). BEST OF THE BLOG: October is all about Pumpkins, so make sure to check out Decorating With Pumpkins: 95+ Creative Ideas For Inside And Out and get the delicious Baked Stuffed Pumpkin recipe, a big favorite of our family.

2. AMAZON FINDS: See my favorite from Amazon. Lots of fall items.

3. FALL IDEAS: Visit the FALL ARCHIVES for a whole collection of ideas to bring the season into your home.

4. THIS AND THAT: I’ve made Thanksgiving turkey THIS way for decades-perfection! THIS is the biggest fall hosting trend. THIS post has 7 warming seasonal recipes, and we make them all. THIS will make your home smell like fall, and perfect for gifting.

5. FABULOUS FINDS:

6. BEAUTIFUL HOME TOURS: Let’s start with an 890 ft Charleston home– I’m impressed! Then head to Connecticut to visit a charming home filled with heirlooms and color, and this layered cottage in Pennsylvania.

7. FUN AND INTERESTING FACTS: What are October’s birthstones? What are October’s flowers?

8. CURATED CLOSET:

9. CULINARY CORNER: Upside Down Onion Gruyère Tarts: On a parchment-lined sheet, make 9 drizzles from 3 tablespoons honey. Top with thyme leaves, salt, pepper, an onion slice, and 1 or 2 Gruyère slices. Cover with 9 rectangles cut from 1 thawed puff pastry sheet, brush with 1 beaten egg, and bake at 400°F for 20 minutes. Flip, drizzle with honey, add thyme, and serve warm.

10. THE FINAL WORD: It’s not too early to think about the holidays? Visit my Thanksgiving Archives for recipes, table settings, and fall decorating ideas, then hop over to my Christmas Archives for festive decor, entertaining, and holiday baking inspiration.

ANSWER TO #7: October’s birthstones are the opal and tourmaline. The flowers are the marigold and cosmos.

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Happy Wednesday, friends…

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