Cottage Keeping #28

Cottage Keeping is my weekly post where I talk about my week and share my favorite DIYs, home decor, recipes, and other great posts from around the web.

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The Cottage Keeper’s Thoughts:

Today, we remember and honor the lives of the nearly 3,000 who lost their lives while going about their daily routine on 9/11/2001. My friend Lauren, penned these thoughtful words about her experience on 9/11 and how it has stirred a sense of gratitude within her.

My plan is to spend this weekend sprinkling some fall around our house. Last year I didn’t even open the fall decor bins because we had recently moved and I was more focused on just getting the house unpacked and settled than pulling bins of decor out of the attic. Is your house decorated for fall?

I need to replace my favorite black ballet flats. I wanted to try something a little different, though. So this week, I ordered some Rothy knock-offs from Amazon. I think I’m going to like them. They’re really cute, but I do wish they came in 1/2 sizes.

The waiting continues…The limbo game continues, as well. There are some pretty significant changes that could be taking place in my life. Until I get word one way or the other, lots of areas of my life are just sort of on pause. Hopefully, I’ll have better information this week and can share a less cryptic message with you all.

This week on the blog, I shared how I created these Large Wall Calendars to help me stay on track with my content planning for all of my digital spaces. Coming up this week, I’ll be talking about preparations I’m taking to keep from bringing unnecessary clutter into our new house. I’m also working on a post with medicine organization tips and some seasonal decor things!

Fall mantel with mirror, orange burlap wreath, white pumpkins and framed fall prints.

What the Cottage Keeper is Loving:

I love this article by Joshua Becker that exposes the woes of the hustle culture.

How amazing did this DIY Desk Makeover turn out?

Do you have a Home Management Binder? This has been on my to-do list for a long time, but just haven’t ever gotten around to it. Here’s a great printable to get you started!

Need a bench for your entryway? This 2×6 bench would be a perfect project for a beginner DIY’er!

Get inspired to decorate for Fall this weekend with these 7 Cozy Fall Living Room Decor Ideas!

These Hershey Kisses Acorn Treats are a simple little treat we can make with our kids.