It’s the last Sunday of October and November is just around the corner. Can you believe it? Anyway, Sunday means it’s time for Mitten Moments. A time to slow down, and soak in all the good things I have to share with you this weekend!
“At October’s end, I gather gratitude like fallen leaves, carrying lessons forward into November’s unfolding chapter.” — Unknown
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My Personal Moments
- I recently took the ferry over to Harsens Island where my good friend lives. She spends part of her time here in the Mitten on the island and part-time at her resort in Mexico. Since she’ll be heading south soon, she decided to decorate her home for Christmas early, so everything is ready and waiting when she returns in December. I had the pleasure of helping her decorate. The island views are beautiful for October and we had such a fun day. Funny story, she also has a family of turkeys that eat from her bird feeders and lay around outside her kitchen window. So crazy! I wonder if they realize Thanksgiving is less than a month away?
- Halloween is this week! I have a new book recommendation for you and it’s perfect for the spooky vibe. Remain by Nicholas Sparks and M. Night Shyamalan weaves romance and a haunting twist. When tragedy tears two souls apart, a mysterious force gives them one last chance to find each other beyond the boundaries of life and death. I love both authors and really looking forward to this one. If you read it, let me know what you think!
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Arctic Fox Sweater
This season, it’s all about sweaters with personality. Animal designs are everywhere and this midweight fox sweater layers easily under a jacket or vest.
Recently on the Blog
Even though my pumpkins and mums are still reigning on the porch, I’m starting to think about my decor for the Christmas holiday. Last week, I shared my DIY Tartan Plaid Photo Frame. It’s such an easy DIY and the frame is a Pottery Barn look-a-like, without the price! If you’re a traditional girl who loves a little bit of plaid for the holidays, this is the craft for you!
Motivation Monday / Wednesday’s Word
A Few of My Favorite Moments
Growing up with southern parents, cornbread was a staple in our home. A staple made in a cast iron skillet, of course! Leslie from Feet Under My Table shared Henry Lodge’s Cornbread. This is a recipe I’ll soon be trying…in my cast iron skillet!
I love receiving and giving handmade gifts. Stephanie from Returning Grace shared How to Make DIY Fire Starters with Beeswax. Not only is thoughtful and pretty, it’s the perfect little something to share with family and friends!
Are you hosting Thanksgiving or maybe you’re just looking for a beautiful fall table centerpiece? If so, Stacy from Bricks ‘n Blooms shows you how to make her DIY Pumpkin Flower Arrangement.
And Now…
Here are some other WONDERFUL moments I found:
These pumpkin spice cheesecake bars
This buffalo chicken dip
My favorite dishes for Christmas
These 6 Tips for Hosting the Best Friendsgiving Party
Until Next Time!
That’s a wrap on this week’s Mitten Moments! Before November arrives, I hope you soak up all the special moments the week brings. If you’re celebrating Halloween, have a wonderful time with your favorite littles! May your night bring you lots of giggles, great memories and lots of candy!
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I love all the plaids you are pulling in this holiday. Classics!
Plaid is my jam for Christmas! Love using them!
Great mitten moments Kim. Thanks again for helping me decorate my place. It was a fun day. 😍
It was such a fun day spent together! xo
Wow you were at Harsens Island! We have the blue Victorian cottage right by the town, we see the freighters too. I love your blog and use a lot of your ideas for our home. So refreshing you are a Michigan girl. Your friend is one lucky girl to have your help decorating.
Oh, thank you for your kind words! Next time I’m on the island I’ll have to see if I can find your house. Enjoy the rest of your week!
Loving all of the plaids! My favorite…and thank you so much for sharing the cornbread. It’s cornbread and iron skillet season! Have a great week, friend!
Of course! Have the best week, Leslie!