We lucked out with some really nice warm weather recently and took full advantage to knock out a to-do list of outdoor chores. The landscaping was cleaned up, trimmed back, and prepped for winter. The entire house was washed. All the outdoor furniture was cleaned and covered until next spring, and I even crossed a few indoor chores off the list before the busyness of the holidays arrive. 

Here are the top tasks you’ll want to complete for your home before the cold weather sets in:

FALL CLEANING CHECKLIST:

– download printable checklist here –

YOU MIGHT NEED:

1. I have this lawnmower cover, this grill cover, this deep sofa cover (currently 20% off), and this outdoor dining table cover (currently 22% off with an additional coupon available).
2. This leaf blower with a rechargeable battery clears all the leaves off my deck and grass clippings off my sidewalks. 
3. This hedge trimmer runs off the same rechargeable battery as the leaf blower, which is super convenient. I have multiple batteries so I can always keep one or two charging while I work.

WINDOW CLEANING TIPS:

This is the method I use, and it works like a charm. 

1. Check to make sure all windows are tightly closed and locked. Mix 1-2 tablespoons dish soap in a bucket of warm water. 
2. Spray the exterior of the window with a hose to wet the surface. Use a mop (I have this one) to scrub the window with the dish soap mixture. This will get all the dirt and grime off the glass. Spray the window again to rinse off the soap.
3. Mix white vinegar with water (around a 1:4 ratio) in a spray bottle. Spray the window with the vinegar solution, and use a squeegee to remove the liquid, wiping the tool on a lint free cloth as needed.

When you tackle the checklist, tag me on Instagram @lizlovegrowswild so we can all keep each other motivated to finish!

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I’m always looking for ways to inspire those familiar feelings of fall – the smell of fresh baked pumpkin bread, the warmth inside our homes, the cozy oversized sweatshirts, the perfect cup of coffee, the crunch of leaves underneath our feet… 

I love everything about this season, and I hope you enjoy the items I curated for you below. 

SHOP THE EDIT:

1. Cozy Knit Throw Blanket – the softest, most stretchy blanket I’ve bought in a long time

2. Pumpkin Bread 16oz Candle – clean-burning, American-made soy candles in the perfect fall scent

3. Plum Purple Cimicifuga Ramosa Leaves – the perfect dark, moody, dramatic fall branch

4. Hammered Metal Waste Can – just got this for my office!

5. Modern Taper Candles – I love the unexpected soft taupe color (Dove) of these taper candles

6. Antiqued Bronze Metal Vase – the perfect rustic touch for your fall decor

7. Cottonwood Plaid Wool/Cotton Rug – wood & plaid just scream fall to me, but it’s neutral/simple enough to keep out year round

8. Marc Fisher Garina Bootie – coveted & high quality – currently 33% off!

9. Oversized Half-Zip Pullover – comes in dozens of other colors too & is currently almost 25% off!

10. Washed Cotton Velvet Throw Pillow – comes in 7 yummy fall shades of tan/orange/brown

11. 8-Piece Teak Wood Cooking Utensil Set – perfect for nonstick cookware, and the wood color is so rich and warm

12. Harvest Reed Grass Arrangement – such pretty natural texture, and the vase is included!

I have the washed cotton velvet throw pillow styled on my sofa in the color “dark brown”. 

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As the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to change, it’s the perfect time to embrace the beauty of autumn, turn up your curb appeal, and transform your porch into a warm invitation for guests. 

Confession: Many years in the past, I’ve spent way too much money filling my front porch with fresh mums and boatloads of beautiful pumpkins – especially the light pastel varieties with soft green, blue, and peach coloring. 

Fast forward a month or two and everything is dead or dying, and I’m bummed about spending all that money that goes to waste. 

SHOP FALL WREATHS & DOORMATS:

This year I only want to invest in fall porch decor I can use year after year, and the two easiest ways to do that are wreaths & doormats. I’ve paired 10 different wreath & doormat combinations to help get some ideas flowing, but really any of these could be used together. I hope this helps inspire you to create the coziest entrance to your home that can be enjoyed for months and years to come, and I’d love to see photos of your front porches all dressed up for the season!

wreath | doormat

wreath | doormat

wreath | doormat

wreath | doormat

wreath | doormat

wreath | doormat

wreath | doormat

wreath | doormat

wreath | doormat

wreath | doormat

Look how little Lady was this year…

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THE GROW AND GATHER FALL COLLECTION

I poured so much love into choosing these items for your home and hope you can feel the coziness and warmth throughout the entire collection. I focused on details like natural textures, muted & moody colors, warm metals, and the softest fabrics. Decor that will look just as good year round as it does during this beautiful season.

This year has been chaotic and hard to say the least, and I find myself craving more and more simplicity and comfort in our home. I know so many of you can relate to that same feeling of needing your home to feel like a safe, serene retreat from the outside world, and as we start to prepare for colder weather and the holidays in the not-so-distant future, I wanted to curate a collection of beautiful things to do just that. 

ITEMS SHOWN ABOVE:

husker red foxglove stem bundle | off-white velvet pumpkin | brown pleated pillar candle
antique gold metal tray | beige sweater pumpkin | cable knit pumpkin 
cotton & polyester woven blanket | glass match holder | seagrass tray
rotating wood pedestal tray | black/cream embroidery lumbar pillow

Thanks to your incredible support of our little shop and my big dreams over the years, we’ve been able to grow our inventory of Grow + Gather decor, and I think you’re going to love everything we now have available. 

My Advice:

• scoop up the pumpkins first – they always go fast
• pick out your favorite fall candle scent & grab one of our new match holders or electric lighters to go with
• a cozy new blanket is the perfect extra layer as the temps begin to drop
• a few faux seasonal stems will instantly make your home feel like fall!

ITEMS SHOWN ABOVE: 

brown velvet pumpkins | brown eucalyptus bundle 

And remember that fall doesn’t have to mean orange pumpkins (unless you want it to!) and candy corn (eww). Think of pieces that add a hint of seasonal warmth, but won’t feel out of place as soon as a holiday/season passes. 

ITEMS SHOWN ABOVE: 

cream loop stitch pumpkin | brass/glass scallop edge decorative box | brown resin pear

ITEMS SHOWN ABOVE:

husker red foxglove stem bundle | off-white velvet pumpkin | brown pleated pillar candle
antique gold metal tray | beige sweater pumpkin | cable knit pumpkin 
cotton & polyester woven blanket | glass match holder | seagrass tray
rotating wood pedestal tray | black/cream embroidery lumbar pillow

SHOP THE GROW + GATHER 2023 FALL COLLECTION:

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I wanted to share some photos I snapped the other day that might give you some inspiration for your garden and outdoor living areas. Depending on the material, most pots tend to need replaced every so many years, and I added a couple really pretty ones to my collection this summer. Below you can find over 50 of my favorite pots and planters I’m loving right now – shop now or save this post for next spring when it’s planting season!

I will give a quick rundown of everything I used, although the majority of it I’ve had for years. You can click the images below to shop, and if you have any other questions, feel free to ask! The gray metal cage is a Grow + Gather item (sold out, unfortunately). The black urn planter and woven basket are both very old, and I have no idea where they came from. 

POTS + PLANTERS WE LOVE

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