Y’all! It’s Fall! That means lots of flannel, carving pumpkins, wool blankets, bonfire parties, fresh apples from the local orchard, pumpkin spice everything & Mrs. Meyer’s Seasonal Scents! YAY!
If y’all have been around these parts for any time at all, you know I am a HUGE Grove Collaborative fan!
What’s Grove Collaborative, you ask? It’s a fantastic company that sends your favorite, all-natural home supplies right to your door each month! They’re cheaper than what you’ll find at the store & it saves our family tons of time. Last minute trips to Target are fun, but they can get this sister into a wee bit of trouble… I was just coming for toilet paper, right?!
We’ve been using, enjoying & obsessing over Grove Collaborative for three years now. Whatever did we do before toilet paper & cute hand soap were delivered to our doorstep?!
And the best news ever – Grove Collaborative is giving away a festive FREE bundle of Mrs. Meyer’s Seasonal Scents + a lovely cotton kitchen towel ($30+ value!) to every natalie creates reader who is a new customer!
Here’s what your FREE Mrs. Meyer’s Seasonal Scent package includes:
Through October 16th, you can grab a FREE (in the seasonal scent of your choice – mix & match if you’d like!): Mrs. Meyer’s Fall Hand Soap, Mrs. Meyer’s Fall Dish Soap, Mrs. Meyer’s Fall Multi-Surface Cleaner & a Grove Co. exclusive cotton kitchen towel with any $20 minimum purchase at Grove Collaborative. Friends, shipping is free, too!!
Y’all, there are absolutely no catches or schemes. This is exactly the way I heard about Grove Collaborative all those years ago & I truly appreciate their services now.
This offer is valid for new Grove Co. customers only, but because the folks at Grove Co. are sweet as pumpkin pie, they’re offering a 50% discount on all kits to existing Grove Co. customers. That’s $15 off, y’all! Grab the discount HERE.
There are two scents to choose from:
– Mum
– Apple Cider
You can choose just one scent for your package or mix & match to try them both. We can’t get enough of the Apple Cider scent. It smells like there’s a pot of hot apple cider simmering on the stovetop while we wash dishes!
Here’s a step-by-step on how to easily grab this Free Grove Collaborative deal:
1. Sign up for Grove Collaborative HERE. You will receive the Mrs. Meyer’s offer for free when you sign up!
2. Answer 4 quick questions about your home that Grove Collaborative will then use to customize your first basket- this takes under 30 seconds!
3. Once you’ve answered the questions, you can finalize your basket of products to suit your household needs by adding or removing items. (This is the hardest part — so many great choices!)
4. To receive this offer, your order needs to be a minimum of $20. Choose the combination of products and scents you love to receive in your first box.
5. You made it! Click Finish & Pay to place your first order!
Don’t forget to grab your FREE Mrs. Meyer’s Seasonal Scent bundle with FREE shipping right HERE! This offer is valid only through October 16th, 2016.
Let me know if you have any questions! I can’t wait to read just how much you love your free bundle of yummy smelling goods!
love,
natalie
As I sip on my favorite pumpkin spiced coffee (at Trader Joe’s – go get some!), I cannot help but feel wildly inspired by the autumn season. It’s such a wonderful time of year to experience one’s favorite Fall traditions, make a few changes within the home & heart, decorate the front porch and get outside in the crisp air.
Today I thought I would share a small list of what I am loving lately – experiences, places, moments & things that bring me joy & inspire my days.
1. Smoky Mountains of Tennessee – I just arrived home from a quick trip to Tennessee with extended family. Goodness, it’s such a beautiful part of the country! We made a quick trip through the Smoky Mountain National Park & were amazed by the beauty of Cades Cove. I cannot wait to bring Luke to this gem of a place!
2. Weekly baking – As most of you know, I have been prioritizing my health & working hard to lose weight. I am down 30 pounds, yay! At first I gave up baking as to avoid temptation, but most recently I have been baking simple muffins each week. I love Skinnytaste & @trackingisthenewblack’s recipes – so far I have made pumpkin spiced & pineapple coconut muffins.
3. Self-care – Yesterday morning before the work of the day began, I grabbed a coffee & headed to the local nursery. It was such a wonderful way to clear my head & soak up a bit of inspiration to continue the creative work that my career so often requires. I am slowly learning just how important these self-care moments are.
4. Homemade Bread Candle – Don’t get me wrong, I am a huge Pumpkin Spiced everything fan. But I have fallen in LOVE with the Homemade Bread candle available in our online shop. In the evenings, after the house has been picked up for the day, I light my candle and enjoy a few quiet moments with Luke & a book or an ongoing project. It’s such a delicious addition to our home.
5. Podcast Interview – I recently had the honor of being interviewed for the Style Matters podcast with the amazing gals from Little Yellow Couch. Click here to listen – it’s about 30 minutes long & full of the ups, downs & in-betweens of living on the farm, owning a small business & being a creative.
6. Fall Wreath Making – Over the weekend I made my way through the Delta & stopped by the cotton fields my grandpa once farmed. I picked a bundle & brought it home for a bit of wreath making. It’s such a sweet, simple gift to hang this wreath on my mantel.
7. Pickling Workshop – Just in time for the final harvest of the season, I am teaching a Pickling workshop in Fayetteville on October 4th. Click here to register, friends! It’s just $35 & will include detailed instruction, hands-on experience & recipes! You will also walk away with two jars of pickled dilly beans and my favorite bread & butter pickles. Join me for an evening of fun!
What are you loving right now? Please share your list in the comments below!
love,
natalie
Happy first day of Fall, y’all!
With the arrival of Autumn, our home instantly becomes cozier. Stunning bright leaves scatter just outside our windows & we begin tucking pumpkins into every corner of our home.
We also find ourselves being more intentional about making time for family around the farmhouse table.
Today I thought I would share my favorite from-scratch Hot Apple Cider recipe to accompany you & your guests during the Autumn season!
Natalie’s Favorite From-Scratch Hot Apple Cider Recipe
– Roughly 2 pounds of apples, chopped (this recipe is a wonderful way to use seconds from the farmers’ market!)
– 1 cup sugar (or to taste)
– 1 orange, sliced
– 1 tablespoon cinnamon
– 2 cinnamon sticks (plus more for serving)
– 1 teaspoon allspice
1. Place roughly two-pounds of apples in a large stockpot. Add enough water to cover your apples completely.
2. Stir in sugar, sliced orange, cinnamon, cinnamon sticks & allspice. Bring to a boil. Boil, uncovered, for 1 hour. Your house will smell amazing!
3. Strain apple cider through a fine mesh sieve & pour back into your pot.
4. Serve in my new favorite ceramic mug with whipped cream & a fresh cinnamon stick!
love,
natalie
P.S. Our new “Home” mug launched today at the Freckled Hen Farmhouse & I love it so much! It makes such a lovely gift for friends & a wonderful treat for you! xo.