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    Happy Hosting: A Valentine’s Day Tablescape

    February 7, 2024 /

    With Valentine's Day approaching, you might be looking for some ideas for an at home date night or a Galentine's party. This tablescape checks all the boxes!

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    DIY Halloween: Googly Eye Headband

    October 10, 2022

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    February 13, 2024

    DIY Halloween: Floating Witch Hats

    October 19, 2022
  • Hosting,  Seasonal,  Thanksgiving

    10 Tips on How to Host Thanksgiving

    November 1, 2023 /

    Are you hosting your first Thanksgiving this year? It can be an intimidating task but here are a few tips and tricks you can follow to make it run smoothly!

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    Balsamic Brussels Sprouts with Feta

    November 11, 2022

    Happy Hosting: Halloween Tablescape

    October 11, 2020

    Happy Hosting: A Thanksgiving Tablescape

    November 7, 2022
  • Blogtober,  Halloween,  Hosting,  Seasonal

    How to Throw a Pumpkin Carving Party

    October 21, 2023 /

    I love hosting a pumpkin carving party every year. It is my favorite tradition! Here are some tips and tricks on how to throw your own pumpkin carving party!

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    Spooky Season Inspired Outfit #6

    October 25, 2025

    DIY Halloween Decor: Candy Corn Cones

    October 4, 2023

    DIY Yummy Chocolate Covered Pretzels

    October 21, 2024
  • Food,  Hosting

    Happy Hosting: Easy Strawberry Short Stacks

    July 12, 2023 /

    Looking for the perfect Summertime dessert? Look no further than this simple and delicious dessert! Perfect for last minute guests or planned BBQ's alike!

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    Dark Chocolate Dipped Apple Slices

    March 24, 2017

    Easy Pumpkin Pie Spiced Sourdough Granola

    October 30, 2025

    Garlic Sauteed Kale & Mushrooms

    March 22, 2017
  • Home,  Hosting,  Seasonal,  Thanksgiving

    How to Get Your House Thanksgiving Ready

    November 18, 2022 /

    Is this your first year hosting Thanksgiving? Already stressing out? Follow these simple tips to get your house Thanksgiving Ready!

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    DIY Gingerbread House Christmas Village

    December 10, 2023

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    October 17, 2022

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    November 14, 2022
  • Home,  Home Decor,  Hosting,  Seasonal,  Thanksgiving

    Happy Hosting: A Thanksgiving Tablescape

    November 7, 2022 /

    Happy Thanksgiving! Today I am walking your through the tablescape that I created for our Thanksviging table! We are hosting and this is sure to wow our guests!

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    The Herbs We Have Growing This Time of Year

    January 14, 2022

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    June 6, 2022

    DIY Halloween: Bat Print Burlap Table Runner

    October 16, 2022
  • Halloween,  Home,  Hosting,  Seasonal

    Happy Hosting: Halloween Tablescape

    October 11, 2020 /

    For the second installment of my Happy Hosting series, I decided that a fun Halloween tablescape would be so fun to create. As with my Fall Tablescape, I focused a lot on texture. I started with the table covering. I dropped into Joann to see what fabrics they had available in their seasonal section and found this great vintage looking pattern! I also picked up the black and grey striped fabric that was giving me major Addams Family vibes! Once home, I started to lay the fabric out on the table to see how it would fit, I had purchased some of this webbing that people usually use to decorate…

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    Spooky Season Inspired Outfits: Day 6

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    October 4, 2023

    Life Lately: October 2023 Yay Blogtober!

    October 31, 2023
  • Home,  Hosting,  Seasonal,  Thanksgiving

    Happy Hosting: A Fall Table

    September 13, 2020 /

    I never realized how much I loved hosting until we moved into our house a few years ago. There is nothing that gets me more excited for a get together than whipping up a bunch of crowd pleasing appetizers, decorating the patio for a birthday party or setting an elaborate table for the holidays! And since we are entering peak holiday season, I thought it would be so fun to start a feature called Happy Hosting where I share hosting inspiration for every occasion. I want to share everything from my favorite recipes to serve my guests, fun DIY party decorations, delicious cocktails and mocktails, fancy tablescapes, and other tips…

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Inspiration for a happy, fulfilled life!

POV:You're getting into the Christmas spirit one f POV:You're getting into the Christmas spirit one festive outfit at a time 🎄
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My life lately post for November 2025 is live! Che My life lately post for November 2025 is live! Check out what we've been up to and what I'm enjoying at the moment! www.learningtobloom.com 
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Sometimes self-care feels huge and complicated… bu Sometimes self-care feels huge and complicated… but honestly, the little moments are the ones that make the biggest difference. ✨💛

I put together 7 simple self-care ideas you can do in under 10 minutes — things I use on busy days when I still want to show up for myself. Think quick resets, tiny pockets of calm, and small habits that help you feel human again.
It’s your reminder that caring for yourself doesn’t have to take all day — just a few intentional minutes. 🌿
Read the full list on the blog! ⬆️
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I love dressing for Fall! I love the layers, the c I love dressing for Fall! I love the layers, the cozy textures, the warm tones...I love it all! Head on over to www.learningtobloom.com to check out the details from this week of Fall Outfits! 🍁🍂
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Yesterday, my husband took me out to a spot that m Yesterday, my husband took me out to a spot that my dad used to take him to forage for chantrelle mushrooms. It was a beautiful Fall day and we were able to get a glut of mushrooms! It was so peaceful out there and I could tell why my dad liked to go out there.

I loved getting out into the woods and spending time with Jake. It helped calm some of the anxiety I've been feeling.

**Warning** My dad taught Jake how to find the chantrelle mushrooms but also always taught me what to look for when foraging for them. Forage at your own risk. Its always best to go out with someone who knows what they're doing and knows what to look for. Only forage what you are 100% sure of!***
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HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!! Day 31 of #blogtober2025 is l HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!!

Day 31 of #blogtober2025 is live!!

What a month it's been! Check out my final post for #blogtober over at www.learningtobloom.com 🎃🕸🕷👻🦇🧙‍♀️
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Day 30 of #blogtober2025 Earlier this year I att Day 30 of #blogtober2025 

Earlier this year I attempted learning how to make sourdough and while I haven't been whipping up the best sourdough loaves, I have been utilizing the discard for all sort of delicious recipes like this Pumpkin Pie Spiced Sourdough Granola! Check out the recipe over at www.learningtobloom.com!
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Day 29 of #blogtober2025 The final spooky season Day 29 of #blogtober2025 

The final spooky season inspired outfit of the month is live! Check out the details of this outfit over at www.learningtobloom.com!
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Day 28 of #blogtober2025 These cute little Jack- Day 28 of #blogtober2025 

These cute little Jack-O-Lantern stuffed peppers were a delicious addition to our dinner menu this month! Chexk out the recipe at www.learningtobloom.com!
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Day 27 of #blogtober2025 Another last minute cos Day 27 of #blogtober2025 

Another last minute costume idea! Check out the details for my Where’s Waldo costume over at www.learningtobloom.com!
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Day 26 of #blogtober2025 These homemade giant pe Day 26 of #blogtober2025 

These homemade giant peanut butter cups are sure to be a crowd pleaser! Check out the recipe at www.learningtobloom.com!
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Day 25 of #blogtober2025 Another nod to Beetleju Day 25 of #blogtober2025 

Another nod to Beetlejuice! I also love how these leopard print pants seem to go with everything! Check out the outfit details over at www.learningtobloom.com!
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Day 24 of #blogtober2025 Semi-homemade pizzas ar Day 24 of #blogtober2025 

Semi-homemade pizzas are the perfect quick weeknight meal and why not add creepy olive spiders or pepperoni eyeballs to make it more fun and festive?! Check out the details over at www.learningtobloom.com 🕷🕸👀
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Day 23 of #blogtober2025 is live! Today's last mi Day 23 of #blogtober2025 is live!

Today's last minute costume idea is an homage to my great grandpa and my dad who used to work in the forests of the PNW. My hat belonged to my dad who used to fight forest fires as well! Chexk out the details at www.learningtobloom.com 
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Day 22 of #blogtober2025 Today I'm sharing our 2 Day 22 of #blogtober2025 

Today I'm sharing our 2025 Halloween decorations! Head over to www.learningtobloom.com to check them out!!!
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Day 21 of #Blogtober2025 is live!! These little m Day 21 of #Blogtober2025 is live!!

These little mummy lanterns are super cute and super easy to make! Check out this project over on www.learningtobloom.com 
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Day 20 of #blogtober2025 Last year I created my Day 20 of #blogtober2025 

Last year I created my first giant spiderweb for the yard decorations and I knew it was a project that needed to be part of #blogtober ! So today, you can head on over to www.learningtobloom.com and check out how you can make your own giant spiderweb! 🧡🎃🕷🕸
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Day 19 of #blogtober2025 It's a pirates life for Day 19 of #blogtober2025 

It's a pirates life for me and its my first of 3 last minute costume ideas! Check out the details at www.learningtobloom.com today!
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Day 18 of #blogtober2025 I haven't made a fun Ha Day 18 of #blogtober2025 

I haven't made a fun Halloween sign in a few years and this one turned out so cute! Check out this project over on www.learningtobloom.com 
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Day 17 of #blogtober2025 Loving this new Jack-O- Day 17 of #blogtober2025 

Loving this new Jack-O-Lantern sweater this year! Check out the outfit details today at www.learningtobloom.com!
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