autumn

Harvest Tablescape Featuring the Apple in Luxurious Grandeur!

August 16, 2018

Though we enjoy our gardens all summer long and perhaps, in some cases, all the way into October, September is the ideal time to celebrate and give thanks for the harvest, for it is the month most bursting with the fruits of the vines. The following tablescape is inspired by the magic of the harvest, […]

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Reflective Late Autumn Celebration: Featuring Deco-Inspired Table Décor

October 8, 2017

Autumn is nature’s gift for aligning with the energies of contemplation, for even as the season’s are indeed cyclical and therefore without a true beginning or end, they also exhibit undeniable patterns uniquely their own, and some of these patterns are of termination. Autumn leaves blaze forth in glorious reds, oranges, golds, and yellows, but […]

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Giving Thanks & Sharing Love ❤❦♪♫

September 9, 2017

Though I adore sharing holiday meals with friends and family, I frequently yearn for additional ways to celebrate and bond. And harvest get-togethers with their focus on thankfulness are wonderful opportunities to do just that! The following activity offers a simple yet delightful and touching chance to appreciate and share on this special day your […]

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Everyday Ways to Celebrate Autumn ❤❦♪♫

September 7, 2016

Seasonal celebrations are wonderful, and I am preparing for a fantastic one even as I type this. Nonetheless, taking the time to enjoy a beautiful day or a magical month even amidst a busy Thursday is so very rewarding that I decided to brainstorm some simple ways to stay connected to luscious Autumn even during […]

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Late Harvest Festival Mini Journals

October 23, 2012

October, November, and even into December… Autumn is descending upon us with all of its mighty force. At first, the season seems breezy and colorful, but as it further permeates into our very essences, its more pervasive predisposition begins to reveal itself. Autumn begins the cycle of reflection and renewal.

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Celebrating November… A Photo Essay

November 9, 2011

With the stunning jewel-toned leaves and the deliciously crisp fall air, there is nothing quite like an Autumn walk… Here are some photos from my lovely little excursion today! Every day is truly a celebration! Enjoy!

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At Holiday & Hearth our goal is to help families and friends create meaningful ways to connect with nature and one another. Every tradition and religion is welcome here. Whether you would like to host seasonal celebrations once in a while (like a May Fair or a Harvest Festival) or on a more regular basis, we have tips, tricks, examples, and resource suggestions to help you accomplish your goals… so explore, have fun, and be sure to share with our community your own pics and and ideas as some may even be featured!