Fall 5::A Thoughtful Place

Hello Friends!

I can't believe we're almost through September and officially in the midst of fall!  I've had so much fun seeing all the fall inspiration around blog land lately, especially here on the Fall 5 Series!  :)

I've got a very special treat for my final Fall 5 post!  The beautiful and talented Courtney from A Thoughtful Place is here to showcase her 5 favorite tablescapes!

I was fortunate enough to meet Courtney in July and we have quickly become close friends...sisters really!  We're both from Southern CA and I know we have many years of friendship ahead {and I'm so excited for our dates when I'm down south!}.  If you haven't checked out Courtney's blog, you are definitely missing out!  I can only hope to have a gorgeous home and family like hers one day!  :)  Please welcome Courtney!

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One of my favorite parts of fall is entertaining. I think the crisp air, the changing leaves, and the thought of warm cider all lend so nicely to having people gather in your home. I have put together five ideas for your fall tabletop. I adore the tall branches in this first shot. Might be unrealistic for seeing others at the table, but you could easily adapt it for a side table or mantel. 

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The above two images are tables I put together. Why not let your guests have fun with a paper table runner. While great for children, it's also proves really fun for the adults. Put a coloring tool in someone's hand and suddenly you have a very relaxed dinner party. Once Halloween passes, the mini pumpkins take on a whole new life with some gold spray paint. Inexpensive and simple for hosting during Thanksgiving. 

So here's to inviting friends and family over for good food, conversation, and all around good times. Do you have any fun tablescapes planned for fall?

Thanks for having me, Natasha. Honored to be hanging out at Schue Love!

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I am just SO in love with her last setting...those golden pumpkins are simply divine.  Can't wait to host my first autumn dinner party now!  Thanks again to Courtney for being here today!

NOW it's your turn!  I invite all of you to link up your latest fall posts...link up below and showcase all that you're loving this fall!  And Halloween inspiration is more than welcome as well!  Great way to kick start the holidays!  :)

xo natasha

P.S. I am showcasing my surprise closet staple over at A Mischmashed Life today!  Check it out here!

Fall 5::cornflake dreams

It's Thursday!!!  And of course I am excited to feature the 4th installment of...

Today, I am pleased to introduce all of you to Jillian from Cornflake Dreams.  Jillian is the talent behind my gorgeous blog design and I feel very fortunate to have connected with her early on in my blogging experience.  Her blog is full of inspiration...I'm especially loving her Wedding Wednesday posts...so be sure to stop by and say hi!

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hello there! i am super excited to be included in natasha's fall feature. i used to be obsessed with summer.. i loved the clothes, the activities and being a june birthday baby didn't hurt. now that i am getting older i have started to appreciate fall. thanksgiving has always been my favorite holiday and i could eat pumpkin pie year-round and fall fashion has me pretty excited for october and november. my fall five picks are four fashion essentials and one major baking flavor!

black bow blouse $35, leopard flats $25, white blouse $59, house of harlow earrings $30

pumpkin pie bars, turtle pumpkin pie, pumpkin oatmeal cookies

a huge thank you to miss. natasha for having me! please stop by cornflake dreams anytime for even more fashion, travel and design inspiration! {and don't miss my big 1yr blogging anniversary!! lots of giveaways, features, & guest posts all month}

xo, 

jillian

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Leopard flats are the essence of fall in my opinion...of course so is pumpkin!  Yummmm!!

Now it's your turn!  What are you loving this fall?  Feel free to link up past, present or future fall inspired posts {the linky party will be up all weekend!}.  As always...I'm looking forward to see what you're all craving this season!  :)

xo natasha

psssst!  Don't forget to enter the BluHour jewelry giveaway here!  Only 4 more days until the winner is announced!

Falling...Falling...FALL!

Welp!  Fall is officially on Friday...can you hardly believe it?!  I know I can't!  I've made a couple little changes around the house in anticipation of the season...it's only the beginning!

 I'm a sucker for tiny pumpkins and gourds!

 Our fall mantel!

 White pumpkins and branches make a fall setting.

Still loving mercury glass...are you?

Ummm...I am also very excited that Glee came back into my life last night!  Of course, the Emmy's were scheduled perfectly!  It was fun seeing all my favorite Glee stars shine on the red carpet.

{even though she's not a regular...I will always cherish Gywn's performance on Glee!}

So tell me...are you ready for fall?  Did you watch Glee last night?!

xo natasha

P.S. Don't forget to get your fall links ready for my Fall 5 Series tomorrow!

P.P.S. If you haven't entered the BluHour jewelry giveaway, now's your chance!  Enter here!

Fall 5::Ten June

Hi People!!

It's Thursday...time for another round of...

Are you excited?  Because I know I am!  This week I am thrilled to have my girl Michelle from Ten June  here to dish on her favorite fall 5.  I am fortunate enough to have met Michelle and instantly became besties.  You must check out her blog and adorable abode...this girl has an amazing eye and talent for interior design!  Please welcome Michelle!

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Hi Schue Lovers! I'm Michelle from Ten June. I'm so glad to be dropping by Schue Love since Natasha is one of my favorite blogging friends- in fact, we're actually real life friends! We met this summer while in San Francisco and hit it off like we'd known each other for ages : )

 my sister, Tori-- me-- Courtney-- Natasha

We're on the subject of fall today with Natasha's "Fall Five" series! I have to admit, I could go on and on about all things autumn- it is by far my favorite season! Want to know my absolute favorites? Here's a hint: they all involve food!

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PUMPKIN. SPICE. LATTE.

Need I say more? I don't think so!

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This might reveal the inner redneck in me, but I looove boiled peanuts! There's a pumpkin patch down the road from us that sells bags of boiled peanuts throughout the season. In my opinion, the perfect fall day is rambling through their corn maze with a bag full of hot boiled peanuts... YUM!

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Mmmm. Fall beer. I love trying fun beers and fall is the best time of year to do so! There are always all kinds of fun flavors and seasonal brews. Oh and lets not forget spiked apple cider- always good at a cold morning football tailgate!

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This is my world famous Ooey Gooey Pumpkin Cake. It's incredible. And actually not my recipe at all- it's Paula Deen's recipe, but I like to call it my own because I'm famous for it around my family! So go buy yourself 19 sticks of butter and whip this up! Ha, kidding... kind of.... ; )

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Right when the weather gets cool, I start cooking up chili. It's one of my hubs' favorites! Last year, I served up chili in adorable biscuit baskets which you can read about here.

Ok not only does all of this have me hungry, I am READY for fall! Bring on the cold weather and good eats! : ) Thanks so much for letting me crash your blog today, Natasha! xo

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Gosh, I have never tried boiled nuts, but definitely must try those STAT!  Also had my FIRST pumpkin spice latte {only one pump} today.  So in love!  Thanks to Michelle for stopping by today!  :)

Of course, now comes the fun!  Time to link up and show off what you're loving this fall season.  Feel free to click through and see what everyone else is loving...there is some great inspiration out there!

xo natasha

Fall 5::Sequins and Stripes

It's Thursday and you know what that means!  It's time for another edition of...

 

I am super excited to introduce Liz from one of my favorite new blogs, Sequins and Stripes!  She recently launched her new blog and it's fabulous!  She has amazing style and I adore her IRL outfits.  Definitely worth checking out stat!  Take it away Liz!

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Hi there! It’s Liz from Sequins and Stripes and I am super excited to be participating in Natasha’s fabulous new series: Fall 5. There are so many factors that play into my adoration for the fall season – the colors, fashion, décor, pumpkin pies, football season, jack-o-lanterns, crisp mornings, cozy knits, boots, and the anticipation of the holiday season. However, if I had to pick just five, here are my fall favorites:

1.     Fall Fashion:  The temperature transition between summer and fall allows for some amazing fashion styles to emerge. I love roaming around the city {I’m from Chicago!} on crisp, cool mornings in an oversized knit sweater, skinny jeans and boots. I will definitely be investing in a great coat {all you need to run out the door}, a fabulous pair of riding boots, a fisherman sweater, new skinny jeans, a dash of leopard, and a tailored blazer. Fall is such a classic season that you don’t need too many items to create a perfectly styled wardrobe.

2.     Chili: My favorite weekend routine in the fall is heading to the Farmers Market on Saturday morning, stocking up on fresh veggies, and inviting friends over for Sunday football and warm bowls of chili.  I love the spicy, warm smell that fills your home and the way it brings everyone together!

3.     Pumpkins: I mean, who doesn’t love pumpkins? Pumpkin seeds, pumpkin pie, pumpkin lattes, pumpkin cookies, pumpkin soup, pumpkin pancakes, pumpkin muffins, pumpkin beer, and a good ol’ jack-o-lantern.  I love pumpkins.

4.     Fall décor: I think a large part of my love for fall is the décor. I always have candles lit in the fall, I hang my Christmas lights a little early, bowls of candy corn are always on hand, and I hang my first wreath of the season on my door.  Not only is the inside of my house decorated, I can’t get enough of all of the fabulous colors that fill the streets. Soon enough the leaves will change and the city will be filled with red, orange, and yellow galore.

5.     Fall nails: I have never been a black nail polish kind of gal, it makes my skin look pale and I’d much rather be wearing a fun color. Essie has some fabulous colors for this season and I have already snatched up a few new favorites! In order: Carry On, Case Study, Power Clutch, Lady Like, and Very Structured.

A HUGE thank you to Natasha for including me in this fun new series! I can’t wait for cooler weather and to take advantage of all of these fall favorites. Make sure to stop by Sequins and Stripes to find more fall inspired posts and daily inspiration for a styled life.

xoxo,

Liz

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I totally agree with all 5 of these things...pumpkins and fun fall nail polish is especially at the top!  Thanks so much for sharing Liz.

And, as promised, I'm opening this series up to all of you!  Have you posted on any fall-related favorites lately?  Go ahead and link up and share...I would love to see what you're all falling for this fall.  Have fun!

xo natasha

Fall 5::Michaela Noelle Designs

Happy September and welcome to my very first guest series!

I am super excited to feature 5 guest bloggers over the next 5 Thursdays...and it's all about 5 fall favorites!  I am thrilled to have Michaela from Michaela Noelle Designs kick off this series.  As many of you know, we've become good friends since I came into the blog world and I am very grateful for all her help, encouragement and insight!  She has an adorable blog that you all must visit..she covers everything from design, fashion, and tutorials/tips.  Please give a warm welcome to Michaela!

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Well hello to Natasha's readers! I'm Michaela from Michaela Noelle Designs and I'm so excited to be over at Schue Love today dishing on things I'm falling for (; Natasha and I are real life pals, so I can vouch and say she really is as beautiful, kind and fun as she seems on her blog! Here's us at our lunch date last week...

Alrighty, let's get to it. Five things I'm loving for Fall:


1. Fall Fashions.  A few things on my wish list are a cute blazer that can be worn with tops and dresses, as well as some cozy yet sophisticated long sleeve tops (& of course the skirt would do, too!) The darker, more richly saturated colors, along with the girly details seen in lace, bows, and blousy tops are all making me smile.

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2. Colors!  Dontcha love when you start to see the leaves change color? From that vibrant yellow to the darker burnt orange...ahh, you just know it's Autumn. It's not just the leaves that change, though! It's also time to think about changing your nail polish color from bright and summery to deeper colors of the season. I just took the plunge into one of my fall go-to's and painted my toes a dark lavender. I thought it was a good transition color (:

3. Mercury Glass.  Who else is loving this finish?? I love me some metallic in a room, so anything mercury glass...I'm sold.

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Source: stylemepretty.com via Alyssa on Pinterest

4. Shoes. As a California girl, I love my sandals and wedges, but if I have to trade those for the winter, you'll find me in cute ballet flats or my cowgirl boots.
Wish List:

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5. Chalkboard Paint. Clearly, we all love chalkboard paint! After Natasha and I's date last week, I headed to the craft store to "browse". Well, after nearly screaming of joy at the spotting of Martha Stewart's new chalkboard paint (in different colors!) I knew I needed to find something to paint. Fast.
I came up with this inexpensive little DIY:


Materials

mason jar, MS chalkboard paint, brush, chalk and PATIENCE! (:

 Wash and dry the mason jar, then paint one coat of paint on the jar.

Let it dry and wait an HOUR, then paint the second coat. Wait a whole 24 hours, then use chalk to embellish!

Desk supply holder:

Or a cute vase: 

Of course there's a lot more things I'm excited for come Fall, but 5 will have to do today! Thanks for having me in your neck of woods, Natasha (:
xoxo,

Isn't she adorable?!  I love all 5 fall things, especially the DIY chalkboard vase!  Reminds me of school starting in the fall and such a cute idea for pencils or flowers.  Thanks so much for being here today!  

Now for the fun part...I got so much great feedback and inspiration yesterday, I thought...hey!  Maybe I should allow all of you to show off your fall inspiration, whether it be a "Fall 5" post specifically or your favorite fall inspiration in general.  Feel free to use my little "Fall 5" button and link up...or showcase a previous autumn-inspired post!  I'll be running this series over the next 5 Thursdays...so if you miss today, plan for the next one.  I'd LOVE to see what you've all been dreaming up for fall!

xo natasha