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October Toddler Birthday Party Themes

October is not only a month filled with falling leaves and pumpkin spice everything but also a fantastic time to celebrate your little one’s birthday. If you’re on the lookout for unique and charming themes to make your toddler’s celebration memorable, you’re in the right place.

In this guide, we’ll explore a variety of enchanting October birthday party themes tailored just for toddlers. From cute critters to magical adventures, get ready to discover the perfect theme that will leave your little birthday star beaming with joy.

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November Themed Crafts for Toddlers

Apples, leaves, and turkeys- oh my!

Get ready to spark your toddler’s creativity with our November-themed crafts. As the leaves fall and the air turns crisp, it’s the perfect time to engage your little one in hands-on artistic adventures.

From adorable turkeys to leafy masterpieces, these November-themed crafts are designed to captivate your toddler’s imagination and provide a delightful way to celebrate the season.

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First Day of Fall Traditions to Start with Your Kids This Year

Whether you’re a parent who revels in the beauty of autumn or someone looking to infuse fresh energy into your family’s traditions, our carefully curated ideas are here to inspire and guide you. Today, we’re diving into fall traditions to start with your kids this year!

Crafting the perfect autumn tradition requires a blend of creativity, intention, and a touch of expertise, and that’s where today’s post comes in. You might feel the need to do something special to welcome in the new season, so all of these ideas are relatively inexpensive and focused on experiences, not things.

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Autumn 2021 Bucket List

There are two things I love in life: autumn and a good list. That’s why I took a moment to write down my autumn bucket list for 2021!

I have been so busy lately and I feel like there isn’t any time left to do all the fall things! Even though the leaves are just starting to change, I feel late.

Since having my daughter, I feel an immense sense of responsibility to celebrate every holiday and make everyday special.

At the end of the day, all my 10 month old really wants is to sit in the backyard with her books and read!

I want to pass on to her some of the wisdom that I’ve learned in my long 27 years. I want her to remember that experiences and being together are way more important than things.

I was in the Target Bullseye section the other day, you know, the one with the $1 and $3 tchochkies and felt like I had to buy her all this crap to celebrate fall.

The girl loves to play with wooden spoons and her carseat manual.

No $3 pumpkin from Target is going to help her appreciate fall.

Taking a fall walk and showing her how to crunch leaves is what she needs to be doing.

So, this year I’m taking the experience route. We’re on our way to checking off our fall list, one by one!

Autumn 2021 Bucket List

  1. Bake a pie
  2. Visit a pumpkin patch
  3. Build a leaf pile
  4. Decorate the front porch with mums
  5. DIY Halloween costumes
  6. Take a scenic drive with this playlist
  7. Drink apple cider
  8. Bake leaf cookies for friends
  9. Take a fall walk
  10. See the harvest moon
  11. Do a fall photoshoot
  12. Make apple crumble

What’s on your autumn bucket list?
Is there anything special that you’ve already done to celebrate the season?

Let me know below!

O.

10 Fall Decorations Under $10

Fall is only a few days away! The Christmas season will always be my #1, but fall is a close second.

I anticipate the first day when the humidity dissipates and and the air conditioning gets turned off.

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The leaves start to change and everyone starts to bundle up.

The pumpkin patches pop up and the apple cider comes out.

Autumn on Long Island is absolutely beautiful. There are so fun fall things to do – from apple picking on the East End to crunching leaves in one of the charming small towns.

Given the state of the world, we have been spending a lot of time in our house. This means I want to make it as cozy as possible for the fall! I have my usual decorations that I’ll pull out on September 20th, as well as heading to the nursery to pick out mums and pumpkins.

If you’re in need of more fall decor too, I’ve compiled a list of 10 items you can buy off Amazon for under $10!

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10 Items for Under $10

1. Happy Fall Rustic Farmhouse Garland

2. Thankful and Blessed Pumpkin Hanging Sign 12×12

3. Farmhouse Buffalo Plaid Pillow Covers 18×18

4. Burlap Pumpkin Autumn Pumpkin Flag

5. Farmhouse Truck Wreath Autumn Maple Leaf Decor

6. 7 Piece Artificial Pumpkin Set

7. Lighted Fall Leaf Garland

8. Pumpkin Kisses and Harvest Wishes Hanging Sign

9. Autumn Window Clings

10. Vintage Pumpkin Farmhouse Autumn Sign

If you’re interested in more fall things check out my Ultimate Autumn Playlist and Fall Bucket List!

Will you be decorating for fall? Let me know below.

O.

Your Essential Autumn Bucket List!

My oh my, it’s finally here! My favorite season. Summers have been hot on Long Island recently. Usually by mid August I’m over the beach, bitter about the chafe between my thighs and a little bit crazed from the constant drone of the air conditioner.

Fall is my time. I put on my Ugg boots, my oversized scarf and I dig into my basic-ness. I embrace it now. Fall is the best, but it is fleeting. Before the stress of Christmas shopping, snow plows and the sun setting at 4 pm, this is the magical time, the golden season.

Since my cheesy soul comes out when the first hint of orange hits the trees, I wanted to compile a autumn bucket list. So, here are 30 things to do this fall.

  1. Go pumpkin picking.
  2. Find the freshest apple cider.
  3. Get out of town to see the leaves change.
  4. Make s’mores.
  5. Listen to a fall playlist.
  6. Make chili.
  7. Bring out the scarves and sheepskin boots.
  8. Eat candy corn.
  9. Make a fire.
  10. (Try to) cook a turkey.
  11. Do a fall photo shoot.
  12. Find a good plaid vest.
  13. Find an original halloween costume.
  14. Light fall scented candles.
  15. Experiment with soup recipes.
  16. Take a fall hike.
  17. Buy a fall themed wreath.
  18. Get candy for trick-or-treaters.
  19. Bake pumpkin bread.
  20. Put out fall/halloween decorations.
  21. Meditate while raking leaves (trust me on this one).
  22. Visit a haunted house.
  23. Make marshmallow yams.
  24. Bake a fall flavored pie.
  25. Get lost in a corn maze.
  26. Shamelessly order a Pumpkin Spice Latte.
  27. Carve a pumpkin.
  28. Bake apple cinnamon crisp.
  29. Take photos in the leaves.
  30. Give thanks.

I hope this makes you crave cinnamon and leggings and clever Instagram hashtags. Before you get lost in Thanksgiving festivities and holiday planning, take some time to play in the leaves, or carve a pumpkin. There’s nothing like honoring your inner child as the seasons change.

What’s your favorite season? What are your favorite fall activities? Let me know below!

 

O.

 

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