Wish List 172 | Home Organization, Dining Room Decor, Thanksgiving Ideas + More

In this post: Wednesday Weekly Wish List is the place to find recommendations and ideas, personal favorites and little pleasures that will add a bit of joy to your life.⇒

Welcome to another week of the Wednesday Weekly Wishlist, a place for a little midweek inspiration! We invite you to click the links and explore what’s enchanting us right now. Enjoy!

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1.) The kitchen truly becomes the heart of the home during the season of autumn. As the days become shorter and the air turns crisp, the kitchen becomes a gathering place for warmth and comfort. See these 8 easy ways to welcome fall into your kitchen.

2.) See a brand new collection of my favorite neutral Amazon finds HERE.

3.) FAVORITE QUOTE: “I think one of the most important things I do each morning is not just writing my to-do list, but deciding what I won’t do.” ~Sarah Kathleen Peck

4.) FABULOUS FALL GARLANDS:

• this bittersweet garland that’s back in stock and on sale (pictured above)
• this lovely penny leaf garland
• this fall eucalyptus garland
• this darling hand-crafted mitten garland (ships from Canada)
• this stunning pumpkin berry garland
• this felt autumn leaf garland
• this rustic garland of bells

5.) See how a couple of old house enthusiasts saved a ramshackle 1852 farmhouse and turned it into a cozy home filled with character, then take a look at this incredible traditional (but with a modern twist) home in Kansas City.

6.) If you are new here, I’d like to invite you to sign up for my weekly series called FRESH BAKED. It’s one recipe a week sent straight to your inbox. Simple to make, basic ingredients, family-friendly, and so good. I’ll be featuring mostly seasonal recipes going forward so don’t miss out!

7.) RANDOM FAVORITE FINDS:

• these incredible dried oranges (not slices, the whole orange)
• this adorable little lamp with gingham shade
• this amazing plaid throw blanket (could go straight into Christmas)
• this hand-tufted area rug (on sale)
• this stoneware large footed serving bowl
• this generously-sized welcome doormat

8.) EASY FALL SIDE DISH: dice one large sweet potato and one large Honeycrisp apple. Line a cookie sheet with foil, and add your freshly chopped ingredients. Add a drizzle of olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Toss so all the chunks are coated. Sprinkle brown sugar over everything, as much as you want. Bake at 375 degrees F for 30 minutes. Stir once halfway through.

9.) I mentioned this last week, but I just watched the movie Take My Hand. It’s available to rent on Amazon Prime. Loved it! And if you like Karen Kingsbury, this movie will be available to stream November 5th. 

10.) October is here and I can’t help but think of the beloved quote from Anne of Green Gables: “I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” Enjoy and have a wonderful week. XO

1. BEST OF THE BLOG THIS WEEK: Inspiration for your home.

• Sweet Gum Ball Wreath– an easy and impressive fall organic wreath.
• 60+ Fabulous Fall Ideas– inspiring ideas.
• 10 Easy Fall Decorations And How To Make Them

2. AMAZON FINDS: See all my favorite new picks in my Amazon Shop.

3. 10-MINUTE FALL ARRANGEMENT: Add a touch of fall to your home with a quick and easy 10-Minute Fall Dough Bowl Arrangement. Once you learn this simple “recipe,” you can create many more beautiful arrangements throughout your home. And if you don’t have a dough bowl, no worries—I have plenty of other creative ideas for you!

4. FABULOUS FINDS:

• This handsome small spindle side table.
• This hammered glass hurricane with a wicker base.
• This ceramic party bucket perfect for planting mums in.
• This trio of gold metal candlesticks (comes in black too).

• This beautiful 3-piece taupe and white floral comforter set.
• This lamp with a green and white gingham lampshade.
• This beautiful, wide, tufted chair.

5. BEAUTIFUL HOMES AND MORE: Join interior designer Emma Sims-Hilditch for an intimate discussion about how to have a beautiful home and a tour of a charming home nestled in the Cotswolds. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the McGee Co. collection for fall 2024. See how to make and add high end looking fall items to your home for less.

6. COZY BASIC CLOSET: Many of these classic clothes come in a variety of colors.

• This is my favorite lightweight coat– 40% off
• This wear everyday long sleeve tee shirt– 40% off
• These sweaters are 30% off- this tweed one, this harvest moon one (got it), and this wear everywhere sweater jacket (got it, too)

7. FUN AND INTERESTING FACTS: What will be orbiting our Earth from late September to early November? How old is an oak tree when it starts producing acorns?

8. NOT TO EARLY TO THINK ABOUT CHRISTMAS: 

• This golden stag candle holder
• This beautiful Christmas Tree artwork in a gold frame
• This scalloped throw blanket in cream and red
• This beautiful gold and glittered leaf wreath
• I LOVE this flameless pillow candle with an evergreen collar

9. PUMPKIN DUMP CAKE RECIPE: Preheat the oven to 350°. Grease a 9×13 pan. In a large bowl, mix 1 (15-ounce) can Pumpkin puree, 1 (10-ounce) can Evaporated Milk, 1 cup light brown sugar, 3 eggs, and 3 teaspoons of pumpkin pie spice. Pour the mixture into the pan. Sprinkle the entire box of cake mix evenly over the batter, followed by 1 cup of chopped walnuts or graham crackers and 1/2 cup toffee chips. Pour 1 cup (2 sticks) of butter over everything. Bake for 45-50 minutes until the edges are brown. Serve warm with ice cream or at room temperature. 

10. FREE FALL IDEA PRINTABLE: Get cozy this season with our free printable 60 BEST FALL DECORATING IDEAS—your Ultimate Guide to a beautifully autumn-inspired home! This printable will be free for two weeks, so get it now!

ANSWER TO #7: We will gain another moon from late September to early November. An asteroid will begin to orbit our Earth and become a temporary mini-moon. Oak trees begin producing acorns anywhere from 20-60 years old. Now you know!

1. FEATURED POSTS: Want a fresh take on fall decorating? Try Using Vintage Decor to Add Character to Your Fall Home. Are you thinking about decluttering before the holiday season arrives? You’ll love these 10 Awesome Home Organization Projects and Ideas to keep things in order.

2. AMAZON PICKS: here are this week’s favorites from Amazon.

3. THIS WEEK ON THE BLOG I shared The Evolution of Our French Country Dining Room, these Fall Printables for the Table including menus, place cards and napkin rings, a look at Thanksgiving Decor with a Guide to Entertaining with Unique Style, and this Cheery Rose Gold Fall Tablescape.

4. CURRENT DECOR CRUSHES UNDER $50:

• these lovely green neutral berry picks (set of two)
• this premium flickering flameless wax pillar candle
• this vintage-inspired ceramic rustic farmhouse vase
• these pumpkin handwoven charger plates

5. CURRENT DECOR CRUSHES UNDER $100:

• this rustic chic wood and black entertainment cart
• this fabulous camel brown moroccan cactus silk pillow
• this textured basketweave knit throw blanket
• this wall mount brass antique dinner bell

6. CURRENT DECOR CRUSHES UNDER $200:

• this handcrafted textural magnolia lantern wreath
• these tall woven rattan handled storage baskets (set of 2)
• this nature-inspired brass 5-light branch candleholder
• this low wide handled handcrafted ceramic bowl

7. WHAT I’M READING: If you haven’t yet read The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides, I highly recommend it. I would call this one a psychological thriller with surprising twists and turns.

8. FASHION PICKS: Handbags can cost a small fortune, but you can also get a beautiful leather bag for much less. These picks are certainly not super cheap, but they’re all well designed, good quality and less than $300.

• this elegant quilted leather shoulder bag
• this studded leather top handle bag
• this nubuck leather cutout handle curvy bag
• this leather decorative whipstitching top handle satchel

9. WHAT’S INSPIRING ME AROUND THE WEB: Love the relaxed vibe of this casual chic living room (be sure to scroll to see all the gorgeous details). This Nordic office bedroom combo is both relaxed and beautiful! This wonderful kitchen is the perfect mix of vintage with modern.

10. UP NEXT: Converting a bedroom into a small sitting room…