October Recap + $100 Amazon Gift Card Giveaway!

Here we are friends – just a few short weeks until the holidays arrive! Could you use a little help with your gift shopping? I thought so. That’s why I’ve chosen a $100 Amazon gift card for my Reader Appreciation giveaway this month! These monthly giveaways are the best way that I know to show my appreciation for each one of you and your comments have been a great way for me to get to know you better.

Entry couldn’t be easier – simply leave a comment on ANY post during the month of November and you are automatically entered! More comments = more chances to win!

MAKE SURE YOU SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM TO READ THE CONTEST RULES.

THE CONTEST WILL END ON NOVEMBER 30TH AT 11:59 PM EST.

The month October was a busy one for me! Fall has been around for awhile and I have Thanksgiving on the brain. By the end of the month, I was pulling all of my Christmas decor out to go through to get ready for decorating. Here’s a closer look at what went on, in case you missed anything.

MY THANKSGIVING TABLE – CASUAL AND ELEGANT

Y’all, I’m sooo excited to be celebrating the first holiday in our newly madeover dining room!

5 TIPS FOR A MAGNIFICENT MANTEL ANYTIME OF YEAR

Tis the season! The season for decorating our mantels, that is. I have 5 tips that you can use for creating a magnificent mantel display any time of year!

8 THINGS TO DO RIGHT NOW TO GET READY FOR THANKSGIVING

You still have a couple more weeks until turkey day, but you’ll have a much more enjoyable time if you prepare ahead!

GET READY FOR HOLIDAY ENTERTAINING – 12 AFFORDABLE FARMHOUSE DINING CHAIRS FOR UNDER $100

Will you be entertaining this holiday season? Now’s the time to make sure you have enough seating for everyone. I’ve done the shopping for you!

SIMPLY SUPERB PUMPKIN BREAD RECIPE

If you love pumpkin, this is a recipe that you’ll definitely want to add to your fall, Thanksgiving and Christmas recipe list. This Simply Superb Pumpkin Bread is the bomb!