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Three Ways To Bring Home The Smell Of Fall
There is nothing better than those seasonal smells, whether you love the smell of fresh rain on the fall leaves or a deep, rich aroma of a warm pumpkin pie cooling from the oven. There is no doubt that you can find fall smells almost everywhere around you, but the big question is how to capture these scents and bring them into our home. This can be done with a…
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How To Make Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
With the arrival of fall, another season has begun: pumpkin season! Pumpkins and pumpkin-flavoured items have become an extra popular hit around this time of year, and it usually comes in the form of baked goods or delicious treats. So, why not get into the spirit and whip up your own batch of soft, warm pumpkin chocolate chip cookies in your own kitchen. Not only are these cookies easy to…
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How To Decorate With Plaid
Plaid seems to be a pattern that appears with the arrival of the fall season. Its checkered design and warm colors give off an extra cozy feel that fits nicely with the season and the colder temperatures. Now, when it comes to bringing in plaid within home design, it can be the perfect accent for neutral colors, and it gives off a sense of warmth. Layered Doormat If you love the…
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How To Make Homemade Apple Cider
This homemade apple cider is the perfect drink for the fall season, especially if you find yourself with last-minute guests, as it won’t take long to whip up a batch of this festive cider. Once you’ve made your cider, make sure to top it off with a fresh apple garnish to celebrate the fruit of the season and add a refreshing twist to this warm beverage. Ingredients 8-10 Apples, any…
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How To Make Homemade Apple Bread
When you think about a fall fruit that makes a great companion to almost any recipe, you may think of an apple! In this case, you can take those crisp apples and turn them into homemade apple bread. It’s similar to banana bread, but apples are used instead of bananas, which leaves a fantastic aroma while it bakes at home. This bread can be frozen after it is baked and…
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How To Make Scented Pinecones For Fall
With the changing of the leaves and outside temperatures dropping lower and lower, it’s easy to see that fall has officially arrived. So while we may find ourselves heading inside to get comfortable and warm, it doesn’t mean we shouldn’t bring a little of that fall feeling from the outdoors into our home. By creating scented pinecones that have a smell of cardamom and cinnamon, you will bring a festive…
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Five Ways To Prepare Your Home For Fall
Can you believe that Summer is slowly coming to a close? It’s unbelievable how fast time moves when you’re having fun in the summer sunshine. So, as we enjoy the last few weeks of summer, it’s a great time to start preparing for Fall inside and around the outside of your home. These items are easy to check off your list and leave you feeling prepared for the next season.…
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How To Make Homemade Apple Chips
As the early signs of fall start creeping in, you might find yourself bundling up in a jacket and heading for the warmth of your Valor Fireplace. But what about snacks for the fall season? Well, apples are one of the best fruits to use and eat over the next few months as they start to reach their peak in the season. So what better way to celebrate fall than…
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Q&A: How Can I Prep My Fireplace For Fall?
It won’t be long until we see leaves falling to the ground and colder temperatures sweeping in, sending us all inside for a little extra warmth and comfort. Before that fall weather hits, this is a great time to pay a little extra attention to your Valor Gas Fireplace and perform the maintenance and upkeep it needs to keep burning all fall and winter long. These little tasks can go…
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How To Make Summer Fruit Last Longer
Summer fruits such as peaches and nectarines are a sweet treat that truly gives us the feeling of summertime, so it makes sense that we want to make this feeling last all year long. One way to bottle up summer is to preserve your favourite fruit in multiple ways to enjoy them throughout the year. Jam If you want the taste of summer fruit to last for a few extra…
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