Grab a cozy cup and enjoy A Morning Cup of Joe… your go-to roundup of charming DIYs, decor ideas, crafts, and inspiration!
Good morning, my friends… welcome to another A Morning Cup of Joe! Grab your favorite mug, settle into a comfy spot, and join me for a little visiting. This week we have delicious treats, playful Halloween projects, decorating with personality, and some lovely reminders that creativity takes so many different forms. I love seeing what everyone has been making and sharing… and I am so happy to introduce you to this week’s wonderful features!
Joe, Peter, Little Angel Alie, Sweetheart Georgia and myself would like to wish you all a wonderful morning and weekend. As always we are so happy to see you here and always enjoy what you bring to the table! Keep everything coming… now is the time for all your items to be seen for that busy holiday coming up! Remember when it did not start till Thanksgiving was over? Well that aint happening any more lol!!! Love you all and I will give you an update soon.
JOIN THE COTTAGE MARKET FAMILY
A Little Cottage Inspiration in Your Inbox
Join us for free printables, cozy decorating ideas, easy DIY projects, delicious recipes and plenty of happy inspiration!
1. Pumpkin Surprise Marble Cake
Cindy’s Online Recipe Box
Oh Cindy… what a fun surprise you have tucked inside this cake! Chocolate and buttery yellow cake surround little pumpkin shapes, with chocolate and orange colored frosting drizzled over the top. This generous recipe makes three loaves… such a festive bake to share, and that first slice is sure to bring a smile!
2. Harvest Salad with Maple Dressing
Miz Helen’s Country Cottage
Miz Helen is bringing a beautiful taste of the season to the table with roasted sweet potatoes, grapes, cherry tomatoes, greens, and a finishing sprinkle of feta. Her maple dressing ties everything together with that lovely balance of sweet and tangy. I can just picture this alongside a cozy autumn meal… although I would happily make the salad the star of my lunch!
3. Candy Corn Biscotti
Cindy’s Online Recipe Box
A Morning Cup of Joe deserves a little something for dipping… and Cindy’s candy corn inspired biscotti are such a cheerful choice! Layers of orange, vanilla, and butterscotch flavored dough give these cookies their festive look, and the second bake brings that familiar biscotti crunch. I love the playful colors… what a sweet way to dress up a coffee break!
4. Blueberry Yogurt Cheesecake Cream
Esme Salon
Esme has a lovely little treat for those moments when cheesecake sounds wonderful but turning on the oven does not! Her blueberry cheesecake cream blends vanilla skyr, cottage cheese, blueberries, cheesecake flavored powder, and chia seeds into a creamy dessert that thickens as it chills. Spoon it into little jars and let the refrigerator do its part… such an inviting treat to have waiting for you!
5. Sweetheart Pretzel Bites
Esme Salon
Sweet and salty friends… this one is for us! Esme dresses little pretzels with chocolate and white chocolate, then adds heart sprinkles for a sweet finishing touch. They would be lovely tucked into small treat bags, and you could change the sprinkles to suit whatever occasion you are celebrating… a little kindness you can share by the handful!
6. Roasted Lemon and Basil Salad Dressing
Scratch Made Food!
Melynda is reminding us how much personality a homemade dressing can bring to the table! Her recipe uses juice from grilled lemons, basil, Dijon mustard, and red wine vinegar for a bright, flavorful combination. I especially love her suggestion to think beyond the salad bowl… a little drizzle over roasted vegetables sounds like a wonderful way to give an everyday meal something extra!
7. Two Ingredient Orange Creamsicle Drink
The Kitchen Is My Playground
Tracey is taking us back to those happy ice cream truck days with a drink that could hardly be easier! Orange soda and cream soda come together over ice for that familiar orange and vanilla combination. Such a fun little sip for a family gathering… or simply an afternoon when you feel like adding a little childhood sweetness to your day!
8. Orange Slice Pumpkin Toppers for Halloween Drinks
The Kitchen Is My Playground
And look how Tracey gives that orange drink its own little Halloween outfit! An orange slice becomes a pumpkin topper with a tiny green stem, and a face on the Mason jar adds even more personality. She includes a lime peel option for the stem, too… such a clever little detail that makes a simple drink feel like part of the celebration!
9. Our Family BOO Bash
Our Grand Lives
Laurie is sharing a family tradition that is filled with so much heart… an annual BOO Bash inspired by the happy celebrations her mother created years ago. There are games, treats, and even homemade doors for a backyard trick or treating adventure! I love how this gathering gives everyone time to enjoy the children’s costumes and make memories together… such wonderful inspiration for creating a tradition of your own.
10. DIY Halloween Bottle Lights
Pillar Box Blue
Claire has found such a creative way to give empty glass bottles a second life! Halloween silhouettes, orange or black paint, and little cork lights turn them into a glowing seasonal display… with no drilling required. I love a project that lets us look at something headed for the recycling bin and imagine a whole new purpose for it!
11. Halloween Picture Frame Reminder Board
Crazy Little Lovebirds
Stephanie’s little Halloween reminder boards are both playful and practical… such a sweet combination! She uses picture frames, chalkboard paint, jewels, and Halloween decorations to create a spot for messages that can be changed whenever you like. I can imagine one holding a cheerful greeting or a reminder about the next family activity… and there is plenty of room to make the decorations your own!
12. Coastal Autumn Entry
Penny’s Vintage Home
Penny is welcoming autumn with a little seaside sparkle… and I love seeing her put her own spin on the season! Pearls, lace, crystals, and starfish lights bring a romantic coastal feeling to her entry, while a few pumpkins give the display its autumn touch. Her decorated sailboat is such an imaginative centerpiece… a lovely reminder to let the things you love guide your decorating!
13. “Let Me Tell You Your Future” Halloween Buffet
Debbie Dabble Blog
Oh Debbie… there is so much Halloween personality to discover on your fortune teller’s buffet! Sammy the skeleton has his own handmade hat and bow tie, and the display is filled with palmistry signs, pumpkins, an embellished skull, and treasures gathered over the years. I love how she mixes her own creations with favorite finds and meaningful gifts… take your time visiting, friends, because the little details are part of the fun!
14. Boujee Fall Candle Hack
Masterpieces of My Life
MaryJo has such a lovely eye for the possibilities tucked inside a thrift store find! Here she gives vintage glass dishes a new role in an autumn candle project, creating a display with plenty of collected charm. Those pretty vessels are wonderful inspiration for seasonal decorating… I would enjoy this look with a flameless candle and keep any decorative botanicals away from a burning wick.
15. Little House on the Prairie Costumes
Decor to Adore
If Little House on the Prairie holds a special place in your heart, Laura has gathered a wonderful collection for you! Her post brings together sewing projects, patterns, and videos for prairie inspired clothing… from sunbonnets and aprons to dresses, waistcoats, and accessories. The care she puts into these creations is such a pleasure to see, and her beginner friendly apron and bonnet pattern series offers an inviting place to start.
16. Style Inspired by The Mysterious Garden
Within a World of My Own
Sally is showing us a different way to enjoy art… by letting a painting inspire what we wear! She draws on the soft blues and grays of Margaret Macdonald Mackintosh’s The Mysterious Garden, combining a pleated top, flared skirt, layered chambray, and handmade jewelry. I love her thoughtful explanation of the little connections… it might have you looking at a favorite painting and your own closet with fresh eyes!
17. A Visit to Nashville, Tennessee
Masterpieces of My Life
We are finishing our visits with a little getaway… and MaryJo is taking us along to Nashville! Her trip with longtime college friends includes music, sightseeing, meals together, and plenty of useful reflections on getting around and planning a visit. I especially appreciate her honest discussion of navigating the trip with mobility challenges… along with the lovely reminder that time spent with dear friends is worth making room for.
Thank you to every lovely blogger sharing a piece of their world with us this week… and thank you, my friends, for stopping by to enjoy it all! Please visit these wonderful creators, leave a little kindness when you can, and share what you have been working on, too. I hope your weekend holds something comforting, something creative, and a few moments that are just for you… sending hugs!
Cozy Fall Decorating Ideas, Halloween Crafts and Recipes
Free Printable Halloween Linocut Wall Art Gallery
Free Printable Vintage Halloween Wall Art Gallery: 6 Spooky Prints
How to Mix Vintage and Modern Decor: 5 Easy Places to Start
Decorating With Thrift Store Books… 22 Cozy Styling Ideas and Creative Projects
Grandma’s Zeppole {Quick & Easy}
Keep the Inspiration Going
Explore More Crafts, Cozy Roundups and Creative Ideas
There is always something new to discover here at The Cottage Market! Browse easy crafts, clever DIY projects, inspiring makeovers, cozy decorating ideas, helpful tips, delicious vegetarian recipes and all of our newest weekly roundups.
Browse DIY and Craft Ideas Explore All RoundupsVisit Your Favorite Cottage Market Corners
Do Not Miss the Freebies
More Than 4,000 Free Printables Are Waiting for You!
Print a little happiness for your home! Explore free wall art, planners, recipe cards, banners, seasonal favorites, digital papers and so much more. New printables are added regularly, so there is always something lovely waiting to be discovered.
Browse All Free Printables
See Today’s Free Printable
New crafts, roundups, makeovers, recipes, helpful ideas and free printables are added every week… so be sure to come back and visit again soon!
My Pups and Puppy Angels
This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.
Leave a Reply