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This is our favorite pumpkin patch ever. We’ve been coming here since the kids were little, and it’s been fun to see how it’s grown over the years. We love it because it has a little something for everyone, and it is great for all ages. And, believe it or not, pumpkins here don’t break the bank. We got tons of huge pumpkins and none of them were more than $10. #spinafarms #pumpkinpatch #spinafarmspumpkinpatch #hayride #fallfun #halloweenfun #bayareafun #bayareafamily #bayareakids #bayareamom #momlife

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I made these in September of last year and I don’t think I got rid of them until after Christmas. I used them as centerpieces on my Thanksgiving table and I used them as fall decorations on my front porch. All you need to remember is to spritz them every other day or so. The best thing about them is that I was able to replant the succulents in little pots and I still have them today. I have the full set of instructions of how to make these succulent pumpkin centerpieces over at Staying Blonde. Link in bio.

Here is all you need:
•Succulent cuttings
•Sheet moss
•Hot glue
•Pumpkin
#fallcrafts #falldecor #diyfalldecor #diyhalloweendecorations #centerpiece #centerpiecesideas #thanksgivingcenterpiece #thanksgivingideas #succulents #succulentpumpkin

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I love breaking out the costume bin. My animals, not so much. 😂 But aren’t they cute?! Do you dress up your animals for Halloween? #halloweenfun #halloweencostumes #dogcostume #catcostume #dogmomlife #catmomlife #halloweenideas #funnyanimals

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Do you have an essential oil diffuser? Why not make it spooky?

For the month of October I like everything spooky inside and outside of my home. This easy diy Halloween decoration is cute and makes the house smell good. All you need is a diffuser, an inexpensive plastic cauldron and poly fiber-fill. I pull the fill around the diffuser opening, so the it doesn’t get too damp. To to make the project even easier, you can cut out the bottom of the cauldron so all you have to do is set the cauldron on top of your diffuser. I have the full set of directions in the link in my bio.

On another note, Who else used to love the show “Bewitched?” I remember watching reruns of it all the time as a kid. So of course, when I saw this song I had to use it! #diyhalloween #diyhalloweendecorations #diyhalloweendecor #essentialoils #essentialoildiffuser #halloweendecor #halloweenfun #halloweenideas #halloweendecorations

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I’ve gotten a lot of questions about how we make our Halloween tunnel, so I thought I would put up a quick tutorial. I also have the full supply list and directions up at Staying Blonde. I have the link in my bio. #diyhalloween #diyhalloweendecorations #halloweendecorations #halloweendecor #halloweentunnel #halloweenarches #outdoorhalloweendecor #halloweenfun

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This tunnel is a hit in our neighborhood every Halloween and is surprisingly easy to make. Below is the supply list for a three arch tunnel. I have the links to purchase supplies and the directions on how to put it together over at StayingBlonde. Link in bio.

Supply List:
7 PVC Pipes: 1/2 in. x 10 ft,
6 Rebar Stakes: 3/8 in
2 Tee Connectors: 1/2″
1 Cross Connector: 1/2 in.
Black Mesh Gauze
Spider Webbing
Halloween Lights
Halloween Decor

If you are planning on projecting a video, you will need the following additional items
2 PVC Pipes:1/2 in. x 10 ft
Projector Screen
Projector
Clips or zip ties for attaching the screen

#halloweendecor #diyhalloween #halloweentunnel #halloweenfun #halloweendecorations #halloweenideas #atmosfx

stayingblonde

Cue the fall dress. Fall in California tends to be pretty warm throughout the season, so I don’t really break out the sweaters or boots at least until November. My fall wardrobe mainly consists of flowy fall dresses and skirts that can be layered with a jean jacket or sweater if needed. Is it still warm where you are? I have this dress and a bunch of others linked on my ltk. Link in bio. #happyfall #falldress #falldresses #fashionover40 #styleover40 #califorinafall #fallfashion #californiastyle #ltkfashion @shop.ltk #whatiweartoday

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It’s amazing just how much you can see and do in a short amount of time. Our trips to London, both this year and last year were brief, but varied greatly.

Last year we prioritized seeing many of London’s iconic sites, this year, we just wanted to enjoy London. This year‘s brief trip was a much more relaxed and laidback.

I’m learning that the key to a successful trip, especially with kids, is not overbooking or trying to fit in too much. I have more about our one-day in London up on the blog now. Link in bio. #london #travellondon #visitlondon #londonideas #londonitinerary #familytravel #travelwithkids #churchillwarrooms #cumberlandhotel #brigitsbakery