5 Winter Wears to Get You Through

5 Winter Wears to Get You Through

Ultimate cozy.

Ready to bundle up just thinking about this list. Winter Days can be a little daunting if not prepared but These five winter wears will get you through the season in style. Which is what we’re all looking for. Right?

Little Birdie Design Instagram

Classic Winter Cap

Little Birdie Design

This double knit cap is a winter staple. Classic design and made to keep you extra warm, which I’m here for. Love the simple but want a little something extra? Shop their full collection to fit your style.

Bridge and Burn Instagram

Sitka Insulated Parka

Bridge and Burn

Your new go-to for those cold, rainy days when you just want to be bundled. Fleece lined (yes, please) and waxed canvas parka to last you many seasons.

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Donegal Merino Sweater

Pendleton

The timeless sweater you need in your closet. Soft merino wool with ribbed mock neck for an all around win. Double up on this beauty.

Buck Mason Instagram

Felted Wool Coat

Buck Mason

The Felted Chore Coat and Rally Bomber. Both comfortable and functional while staying clean and stylish. Everything you want for a winters night out.

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Great Moose Fleece

Kiel James Patrick

Cuddling up in this and never letting go. Pattern not for you? Available in solids for men and women as well as quarter zips. Truly something for everyone to fall in love with.

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6 Cozy Cabin Getaways

6 Cozy Cabin Getaways

Rest & Relaxation

Mentally, I’m here. And it’s a very lovely day dream. Homey escapes to help you recharge and reset - you know you need it. These six cabin getaways are exactly what you’ve been looking for. Enjoy the views.

A Black A-Frame

The Catskills

A Black AFrame Instagram - Photo by Ethan Abitz

The Hunter Houses - The Greenhouse

The Catskills

The Hunter Houses Instagram

Trott Cottage

Muskoka, Ontario

Trott Cottage Instagram - Photo by Chris + Nicole

The Vermont A-Frame

Manchester Center, Vermont

The Vermont AFrame Instagram - Photo by Chris Daniele

Whiskey Ridge Chalet

Big Bear Lake

Whiskey Ridge Chalet Instagram - Photo by Ryan Resatka

Weekend Home - The Mountain House

The Catskills

Weekend Home Instagram - Photo by Chris Daniele

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The Gift Guide Wrap

The Gift Guide Wrap

And to all, a good night.

Wrapping up this gift guide series with some favorite brands and makers. Products and treats made to last or savor in the moments, so be sure to check them out for this giving season.

Girl Meets Dirt Website

The Cheese Board Companion Box

Girl Meets Dirt

A sampler pack of Girl Meets Dirt preserves to complement your charcuterie. Not sure how to build your board? Visit their website for best cheese pairings

Skippy Cotton Website

Party Bear, Lavender Ornament

Skippy Cotton

Add some embroidery to the tree this year. These scented tokens are such a sweet and unique touch for your holiday decor.

Teressa Foglia Instagram

Traveler’s Hat Box

Teressa Foglia

Gorgous design with luxury look and feel. Already in love with each Teressa Foglia hat and this traveler’s box is the greatest accessory.

Peg and Awl Website

The Harper Journal

Peg and Awl

I’ll always love the look of a leather bound journal. Hand stitched with quality hand-torn pages for a beautifully classic design.

French Press Candle Co. Website

Holiday Cheer Mini Collection

French Press Candle Co.

Another candle, another collection, another Christmas win. As a plus, French Press donates a portion of their proceeds to animal rescue organizations across the country. We love to see it.

Schoolhouse Website

Ion Lamp - Portland Edition

Schoolhouse

For your favorite little nook. Minimal style with an industrial feel, this Ion Lamp can pull together your coziest space.

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The Gift Guide Classic

The Gift Guide Classic

All things timeless.

The list to get you through. Classic gifts and sets to last from season to season. Happy Holidays from The Gift Guide Classic. May they be merry.

The Foundry Home Goods Instagram

Rustic Wool Blanket

The Foundry Home Goods

For nights you just need to cuddle up with a good book. Cozy and warm with that minimal aesthetic, perfect for home. Find your favorite style at The Foundry.

Jonathan Adler Instagram

Gilded I-Scream Vase

Jonathan Adler

Simple but statement. I’ve long loved the designs of Jonathan Adler, adding them to any gift list is a must. Beautifully unique, a little something for everyone.

Civil Alchemy Instagram

The Tan Tote Bag

Civil Alchemy

Everyone needs a classic tote. Sturdy, full-grain leather for a sleek and clean design. Made to last and complete your look.

SAULT New England Website

Wool Herringbone Overshirt

SAULT New England

Included in SAULT’s Gift Guide Vol. 2, along with other amazing products. Textured detail and versatile style to get you through the winter season.

Boston General Store Website

Holiday Spirit Gift Box

Boston General Store

A collection for your cocktails. Anything from Boston General Store is a yes but I love each gift box selection. Snag this one before it’s gone.

Lightwell Co. Instagram

Winter Tumbler

Lightwell Co.

Choose your tumbler, minimal black and white with fragrances fit for the season. Handmade for a design to love.

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The Lifestyle Gift Guide

The Lifestyle Gift Guide

For the everyday.

A little of everything for every area. This gift guide is all about function and style, the essentials that create your space. Here’s what we’re loving.

Vermont Linen Company Website

The Baker’s Bundle

Vermont Linen Company

Vermont Linen Company is all things lovely. Quality products and pairings to meet your lifestyle and home-making needs. Definitely gift their gorgeous bundles this year.

Bridge and Burn Instagram

Essential Button Down’s

Bridge & Burn

Essential anything really. Timeless wardrobe pieces to complete any closet no matter the season. Versatile and functional so you’re sure to love.

Firsthand Supply Website

Stock Up Set: All Purpose

Firsthand Supply

The All-Purpose Pomade is already a perfect stocking-stuffer but you can up the game with this stock up set. Can’t get enough of Firsthand Supply? This is the way to go.

Stoneware & Co Website

4-Piece Louisville Pottery Collection

Stoneware & Co

I love a clean, neutral, minimal look, especially in the kitchen. Functional products you can use as statement pieces and cozy up a little nook. Make it a set for easy giving.

Sunhouse Craft Website

Walnut End Grain Cutting Board

Sunhouse Craft

In the phase of my life where a beautifully made cutting board brings me such joy. Another kitchen essential that can bring out some personality and texture.

Sister Golden Website

Flower Art Prints

Sister Golden

Honestly, how do you choose? These floral prints from Sister Golden are so unique, each tells their own story. Gift to your loved ones who love statement artwork.

Clayton & Crume Instagram

Rocks Glass - Set of Two

Clayton & Crume

A very classic look. Handcrafted full-grain leather and complimentary monograms to keep it personal. Glasses aren’t your thing? Clayton & Crume has so many other amazing gift options to choose from. Check them out now.

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The Gift Guide For Home

The Gift Guide For Home

Sounds like a night in.

A warm evening in on a cool winter night is one of my favorite things. And I love this list for that reason. It has something to help build a special space or bring some sweet “treat yourself” moments. Sometimes it’s the little things, friends.

Nade Website

Dune Pillow

Nade Studio

First, if you don’t know about Nade you should. Second, this season is the perfect time to learn. Ethically made and naturally dyed, Nade has a little bit of everything to gift beauty to home.

1767 Designs Instagram

Hand-crafted Artwork

1767 Designs

“Statement Pieces That Tell a Story.” Beautiful works to choose from or you can go custom to fit your home and style. I think I’ve fallen in love with every piece.

Greenhouse Mercantile Website

Everyday Oil - Mainstay

Greenhouse Mercantile

For anyone and for everywhere so you really can’t go wrong here. Calming and cleansing oils to love and complete your skincare.

The Halsey Homestead Etsy

Antique Lace Christmas Stocking Garland

The Halsey Homestead

Very sweet and special. Made from antique lace and red ticking stripe fabric, these mini stockings put me in the spirit and I’m really loving that.

Lineage Goods Instagram

Lineage Candles

Lineage Goods

A staple really. It’s not a warm and toasty night in without your go-to candle. So many amazing options and if you don’t love a candle, snag yourself some room spray.

Goods Apothecary Etsy

Natural Face Gift Box

Goods Apothecary

Can you tell I love a gift box? Such a great wrap up of popular goods to make it so easy and convenient to gift. Also, Goods Apothecary offers many other sets if the Natural Face isn’t your cup of tea.

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The Comfort Gift Guide

The Comfort Gift Guide

Yes, please.

For work-from-home or occasional outings, which, let’s be real, is all you need this year. This guide is bringing some comfort to the holiday season and you know your friends and family would love. Go ahead, get shopping.

Little Birdie Design Instagram

Design Knit Wear

Little Birdie Design

Very, very cozy feels right here. Knit wear gets me every time and I’m not even mad about it. Perfect to gift or treat yourself or, ya know, both.

Lostine Home Goods Instagram

Candle Holder and Tapers

Lostine Home Goods

Candles are some of my favorite decor pieces. They can really elevate your space and be such sweet gifts. Unique and personable to fit each style of your loved ones.

The Maple House Co Instagram

Antique Bread Boards

The Maple House Co

Calling out these gorgeous bread boards but so many amazing antique finds at The Maple House. Shop these or go more everyday. All a win if you ask me.

Elsie Green Instagram

Stoneware Tumbler Set

Elsie Green

Everything Elsie Green, please and thank you. How lovely is this set of stoneware tumblers? Truly, I could scroll through her page forever and never get enough.

Mark Albert Boots Instagram

American-Made Footwear

Mark Albert Boots

A personal forever favorite. Mark Albert boots are on my must-have list and I think you need them too. Gift to share the joy.

Farmhouse Pottery Instagram

Honey & Beehive Honey Pot Gift Set

Farmhouse Pottery

Honestly, you can’t go wrong with anything Farmhouse Pottery, but I’m in love with every gift set. Very perfect for the holidays. This honey and honey pot set screams homey, cozy which will always have my heart.

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The Must-Get Gift Guide

The Must-Get Gift Guide

Truly. Must get.

Very much so falling in love with everything on this list. Add them under the tree or just treat yourself (still a gift if you ask me), these items are needed for your must-get guide.

Song of a Sparrow Instagram

All Natural Orange Spice Soap

Song of a Sparrow

I can already smell the warm and cozy. Plant-based and all natural with an extra pep of energy. Gladly welcomed this time of year.

Great Bear Wax Co. Instagram

Campfire Candle

Great Bear Wax Co.

Take me to any campfire and I’ve found a happy place. Candles will always be a perfect piece to gift so share the love with this beauty.

Lady Lancaster Website

The Midi Duster

Lady Lancaster

I’ve fallen in love and it’s with this duster. A statement piece for sure but truly, you can never go wrong with Lady Lancaster.

Millstream Home Website

The Essential Pottery Collection

Millstream Home

Why choose when you can have it all? This essential pottery collection is exactly that. Something every home needs for that clean homey vibe.

Farmhouse Frocks Website

Lena’s Box

Farmhouse Frocks

A little of everything over here. I love the gift of Lena’s Box. Every Monday a new box is unveiled and is available while supplies last. Personalized and limited edition so get it while you can or wait for next week’s drop.

juNxtaposition Website

Silver Plate Handle Pendants

junXtaposition

Vintage feels forever please. Each pendant recycled and unique so we love to see it. Find one that fit’s your loved one’s style.

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The Gift Guide You Need

The Gift Guide You Need

All things fresh and cozy.

Back for round two and very happy to be here. Sharing all the things we love one gift guide at a time. Favorite brands we love to shop with some of their best sellers. It’s a Christmas win.

Tribe + True Instagram

Adobe XL // Handwoven Blanket

Tribe + True

If there’s anything I believe it’s that blankets are a love language. I love the look of this Tribe and True handwoven blanket and know the people in your life will too.

Beekman 1802 Instagram

Milk Bar Probiotic Facial Cleansing Bar

Beekman 1802

We all know skin care is so important and this 100% plant based soap is very recommended. Perfect as a stocking-stuffer so hit checkout.

Thankful Sage Farm School Website

Raw Beeswax Candle Bundle

Thankful Sage Farm School

I’ll never say no to a candle set. Each scent so different and unique to the other, perfect for switching up per season.

Fount Instagram

The Arlington Shoulder Bag

Fount

Classic. Chic. Comfortable. The handbag trifecta. This brand is a personal favorite and a shoulder bag is anyone’s style. A very easy yes.

Bradley Mountain Instagram

The Cabin Jacket

Bradley Mountain

Lined with 100% USA made wool blankets from The Faribault Woolen Mill Co. and I think I just fell in love. The cozy cool bar has been set.

Bel Monili Website

Miner Tag/Tool Tag Necklace

Bel Monili

Unique and vintage necklaces made with a piece of history. Made with miner tag’s from the early 1900’s, each style tells a story to share with friends and family.

The Gift Guide Starter

The Gift Guide Starter

Everything you want.

‘Tis the season, y’all. Our first gift guide of the holiday is here and I’m pretty in love with this list. Some favorite brands you need to know and all the best presents for 2020. Which ones are you adding to cart?

American Heirloom Instagram

Mini State Boards

American Heirloom

All I know is every gathering should include a cheese board. Such a fun and unique way to personalize your gifts this year.

Flores Lane Instagram

Astrology Collection Candles

Flores Lane

Another present you can personalize for friends and family. Plus, the perfect stocking stuffer which, let’s be honest, is one of the best traditions.

Loyal Stricklin Instagram

Johnny Wallet

Loyal Stricklin

Clean, minimal, so functional and it just gets better with age. Gift for brownie points or just because it’s so beautiful.

Dixie Reserve Instagram

Fleece Button Down

Dixie Reserve Co.

The gift that keeps on giving. As cozy as Christmas morning every time you put it on. Share the joy this year, friends.

Stash Style Instagram

5-Year Plan Tote

Stash Style

Because it’s 2020 and what other reason do you need. It’s been a long year and this tote is a fun little treat. We’ve all earned it.

Manready Mercantile

Mason Louis Marie - No.04 Perfume Oil - Bois de Balincourt

Manready Mercantile

I’ve always found perfume/cologne to be such a sweet and thoughtful gift. Something your loved one might not get themselves but you know they’ll love. And this perfume oil is no exception.

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6 Sensational Soups to Save

6 Sensational Soups to Save

Pin for later (or tonight.)

Not sure I’ve ever met a soup I didn’t like. It’s definitely a comfort food I don’t want to live without, so when I say this list is bringing me joy, you know it’s real. Here are some sensational soups you should check out. We’ll understand if they’re your new snow day go-to.

Spoon Fork Bacon Website

Creamy Tortellini, Sausage and Spinach Soup

Spoon Fork Bacon

Loaded with all the good things. Truly, this soup checks off many of my favorite foods. Grabbing my biggest spoon and coziest blanket for this one.

Platings + Pairings Instagram

Hungarian Mushroom Soup with Fresh Dill

Platings + Pairings

Creamy and packed with flavor, the basis of a perfect soup. Unique but worth whipping up to share with friends or keep to yourself.

Zestful Kitchen Website

Creamy Broccoli Soup with Cheesy “Everything” Spiced Croutons

Zestful Kitchen

You read the name, do you need any more convincing? Over here wishing these bowls were currently in front of me. Comfort and joy, indeed.

The Lemon Apron Website

Parsnip, Rosemary and Mixed Nuts Soup

The Lemon Apron

A combination that just seems to work. A new, fun, and delicious way to use up your in season veggies. Give it a try and let us know what you think.

Kim’s Cravings Website

Vegetable Beef Soup

Kim’s Cravings

For those that crave a hearty soup, hello. Something about vegetable soup is so nostalgic and cozy. Paired with a filling beef and we’re talking next level. And I’m okay with that.

The Cookie Rookie Instagram

Creamy Chicken Soup

The Cookie Rookie

When you just need a little pick me up. A family recipe to bring in to your life and never let go. A classic. A strong yes.

Not Your Mama’s Pumpkin Pie

Not Your Mama’s Pumpkin Pie

No offense.

The Thanksgiving take over. These unique twists on an autumn staple are well worth a double-take. Untraditional, maybe, but this year is all about the “new normal.” So let us know, which recipe are you adding to the menu?

Chai Pumpkin Pie with Maple Whipped Cream

Half Baked Harvest

Can anyone else just smell the goodness in this image? It’s got me day dreaming over here, friends! One large slice of pie with two scoops whipped cream, please and thank you.

Pumpkin Meringue Pie

Preppy Kitchen

Mile high meringue for the Thanksgiving win. Also, spoiler, this sweet treat does include some bourbon because, I mean, why not?

Savory Pumpkin Pie with Whole Grain Crust, Mushrooms, and Toasted Hazelnuts

The Hungry Apron

Savory as pie. Is that a thing? I love how different this dish is. There is something so warm and cozy about it. And honestly, I’ll try anything by The Hungry Apron once.

Pumpkin & Caramel Pie

The Kitchen McCabe

Name a better duo. I don’t think you can go wrong here. Two fall must-haves (read needs) coming together for a very perfect Thanksgiving finale.

Apple Pumpkin Pie with Maple Whipped Cream

Baran Bakery

Another maple whipped cream and I just feel really thankful for that. Plus the touch of Americana apple. Very homey and sounds like a second plate.

Maple Pumpkin Pie

Going for Grace

Maple pumpkin just feels like autumn, don’t fight me on this. Sugar and spice and everything nice has never been so true. Try it for yourself.

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A New Town of Halloween

A New Town of Halloween

The Jack and Sally you didn’t know you needed.

“For it is plain, as anyone can see. We’re simply meant to be.” Really in love with this Nightmare Before Christmas inspired shoot with Brayden Hall and Chelsea Mealo. The black a-frame backdrop in the beautiful Catskills of New York is truly a Halloween dream I don’t want to wake up from. Scroll to fall in love

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Homemade Pumpkin Pie

I have said for years that the best pumpkin pie is made with a Libby’s can. Most years I will eat any pumpkin pie, anywhere. For a very long time pumpkin pie was one of my favorite foods. I eventually burnt myself out on store bought and canned pies. This year though my desire for pie had returned…but I wanted to make it myself.

If you’ve followed along this year, you know I bought way too many pumpkins. I’ve been baking them as fast as I can. A few weeks ago I knew I was making my pumpkin soup recipe, but I didn’t want to make a huge amount. I decided to use half of the pumpkin for soup and the other half for pies. Before this year I had never baked a full pumpkin, but I am finding it far easier than you’d imagine.

For this pie you can bake, bowl, or even throw the pumpkin in a crock-pot. I prefer to bake the pumpkin in the oven so you get the natural sugars to caramelize, but it takes a rather long time. Boiling it takes about 20-30 minutes. A crock-pot will take hours…as you’d expect.

BAKING THE PUMPKIN IN THE OVEN:

If you are baking your pumpkin it is incredibly easy. Start with a medium size baking pumpkin….I use amish pie pumpkins or fairytale pumpkins. You can truly use any that you’d like. Cut a whole in the top. Remove the guts and seeds. Once cleaned you can throw in a few tablespoons of butter and dust the inside of the pumpkin with pumpkin pie spice. This is totally unnecessary, but it makes a more festive feel.

Put the pumpkin on a baking sheet. I prefer to use one with a fairly deep lip. Place in the middle rack of your oven and bake on 400 degrees for 3-4 hours. You can wrap the pumpkin in a dome of foil, but that isn’t necessary. It is totally fine for the skin to burn. You will throw that away. Bake until the pumpkin is tender. Check it every hour. The pumpkin will deflate as the water cooks out.

Once the pumpkin is tender remove from the oven and allow to cool. Once it is cool enough to touch take a large spoon and scoop out the pumpkin. There will be a decent amount of water still remaining. Drain this off.

Once your pumpkin (about two cups) is scooped out, drained, and in a large mixing bowl add: two eggs, 1 cup of brown sugar, 1/4 cup of white sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 2 tablespoons pumpkin pie spice, a 12 ounce can of sweetened condensed milk, 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, and 1 teaspoon corn starch.

This recipe will fill two store bought pie shells.

Once all ingredients are combined pour into pie shells. Place on a baking sheet and into a 400 degree oven for one hour. Loosely cover the top of pies with foil. After the hour if the pie doesn’t feel fully set reduce heat to 350 and bake in ten minute increments until the pie is firm. Be careful not to burn your crust.

Once fully baked allow to cool before serving. This will help it continue to firm.

** The sweetened condensed milk is what gives this pie such a rich and dreamy texture and taste. If you would like change up the spices. Use fresh nutmeg or ginger for a stronger and sharper taste. I use a lot of brown sugar in this recipe. I prefer the caramel flavor it provides over white sugar. My pie cracked in the pie because I cooked it at too high of a temperature. 400 is a good happy spot.

I used a gluten free crust from Whole Foods. I don’t ever do things gluten free, but the crust is a total winner.

This recipe is far easier than it sounds.

Well Rooted {an Autumn Issue Preview}

WELL ROOTED

SLOW LIVING THROUGH FOUR GENERATIONS OF FARMING

Kaleb Wyse hosts the lifestyle blog and YouTube channel “The Wyse Guide” about his life on Knollgate Farm, where he farms, bakes, cooks, gardens and decorates in Iowa and hopefully inspires others to do the same.

FARMING HAS BEEN A PART OF MY LIFE FROM THE VERY BEGINNING. I grew up on a working farm in southeast Iowa and was able to be outside most days. Mom always had a large vegetable garden and flower gardens and would preserve all throughout the summer. I never thought of these skills as uncommon, or realized that other kids weren’t learning how to garden and put up preserves, but I learned how to do them just by watching and helping. 

For a while, I didn’t think I’d become a farmer too. When I graduated with degrees in business and accounting, however, I realized something wasn’t right. I hated sitting at a desk. That wasn’t the life I found fulfilling. 

At that point I had moved into my grandparents’ farmstead, and after work, I would slowly rip out all the gardens and start them over. In the evening, I would preserve from my garden. I started doing what I inherently knew to do when you have a farmstead. 

A friend and I started Wyse Guide as a way for me to help others learn what I knew from my family. Not everyone is so lucky to grow up and learn how to garden or preserve. Wyse Guide allows me to give others a chance to learn.

FULL STORY IN THE AUTUMN ISSUE

The Season's Favorites

My favorite time of year is fall. I love all things fall — football, hot cider, chai tea, bonfires, and gold, yellow, and red leaves. I love Halloween, even though I don’t often dress up for Halloween — I have fun dreaming up Halloween costumes (my kids won many contests!). I love Thanksgiving, for the simple reasons of cooking our most requested recipes (and trying out some new ones) and gathering together with family and friends. This time of year, when I go out in the early morning to feed the cats, I enjoy spotting freshly woven webs, glistening with morning dew and my mind always drifts to — ”When the frost is on the punkin“ — Happy fall, Y’all!

Fresh Apple Cake

1⁄2 cup shortening
2 eggs well beaten
1⁄2 teaspoon nutmeg
2 cup chopped, peeled Golden Delicious Apples
2 cup sugar
2 cup self-rising flour
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup chopped dates
1 cup golden raisins
1 cup blackberry jam
1 cup chopped black walnuts

Cream together shortening and sugar; add eggs one at a time. Sift together flour, nutmeg and cinnamon. Add this slowly to creamed mixture. Stir in nuts, dates, raisins, jam and apples. Bake in well greased, floured tube pan for 1 hour 20 minutes at 325, or until knife inserted comes out clean.

Icing

1⁄2 cup butter
1 cup brown sugar
1 3⁄4 cup powdered sugar 1⁄4 cup milk

Melt butter and brown sugar over low heat, add milk and bring to a boil. Cool, add powdered sugar. Beat until smooth.

Jodie’s Sweet Potato Pie

2 cups of boiled, mashed sweet potatoes 1 tablespoon flour
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1⁄2 teaspoon nutmeg

Generous pinch of ginger
3 tablespoons butter, melted 1 1⁄2 cup sugar
2 large eggs, beaten
1⁄2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 unbaked pie crusts

Preheat oven to 350. Mix all ingredients in large mixing bowl. Pour 1⁄2 mixture into each pie shell. Bake for 30 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean.

Settlers Beans

1 lb ground beef, browned and drained 1 onion chopped
16 0z can kidney beans, drained
1⁄4 c brown sugar

1⁄2 c ketchup
1/2 lb bacon, fried and crumbled 16 oz can pork and beans, drained 16 oz can butter beans, drained
1⁄4 c white sugar

Mix and cook in crockpot.

This is one of my mom’s recipes that I love, with cornbread, in the fall! There is no cook time listed, but if you put this in the crockpot in the morning, you’ll have a satisfying dish for supper! Enjoy.

Fall Drinks from Cozy to Cocktail

Fall Drinks from Cozy to Cocktail

Cheers to the weekend.

It’s the coziest time of the year and we’re celebrating accordingly. Here are all the fall drinks you need to add to your “must try” list. Just trust us.

Eva Kosmas Flores Website

Mulled Wine

Eva Kosmas Flores

A classic coming from the kitchen of Eva, so you know it’s a must. Mulled wine is ultimate cozy and all things tasty so hop on this recipe to savor all season and in to winter.

The Ginger with Spice Instagram

Apple Caramel Latte Macchiato

Ginger with Spice

What’s not to like? Four very delicious things come together as one and we’re not mad about it. Move over, PSL. (yeah, I said it.)

Platings + Pairings Website

Apple Cider Cocktail

Platings +Pairings

Apple cider but take it up a notch. 2020’s Thanksgiving dinner just got a little sweeter with this perfect cocktail on deck.

Half Baked Harvest Instagram

The Black Widow Smash

Half Baked Harvest

Cocktail aesthetics 10/10. So pretty. So cozy. So spooky. The crowd pleaser you didn’t know you needed just in time for your Halloween celebrations.

Inspired By Charm Instagram

Pumpkin Old Fashioned

Inspired By Charm

We’re still showing all the pumpkin love, y’all. Can you blame us? This collab is checking off all the boxes.

Spoon Fork Bacon

Hot and Creamy Butterbeer

Spoon Fork Bacon

Fall dreams in a cup, please and thank you. Rich, warm, and cuddle up with a good book worthy. Let’s be honest, that’s what we’re looking for.

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Hunt and Gather

GATHERING OF THE SEASONS. A trio of apple desserts, a fabulous fall arragement, and one stellar location come together to create a fete for the fall. Designer Evan G. Cooper creates a memorable fall gathering perfect for the southerner or the rustic lover in us all. This story is from October 2012.

Apple Pie

8 sweet apples, peeled, sliced, and cored
1 cup sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, or to taste

2 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Pinch of salt
2 tablespoons butter

2 unbaked pie shells

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
In a mixing bowl, combine sugar, cinnamon, flour, nutmeg, and salt; mix thoroughly. Pour the spice mix over

the apples and stir until the apples are coated. Line one crust in a 9 inch deep dish pie pan. Place the apples in the pie crust. Dot the apple filling with butter. Cut the second pie crust into strips. Creating a lattice pattern starting from the center cover the pie with the strips. Press the crust down gently and cut four slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape while the pie bakes Bake in the preheated oven one hour or until the crust is golden brown. Check the pie after the first

30 minutes of cooking: if the crust is already browned reduce the heat to 350 degrees to allow the apples to cook without the crust burning.

Red’s Apple & Cheese Casserole

2-3 lbs fresh apples, cored, peeled, and sliced

1 1/2 cups water
3/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 pounds of sharp cheddar

4 cups sugar

3/4 cup melted butter

3 cups flour
2 cups milk

Combine 1st 3 ingredients in skillet, cook on medium-low heat until apples are semi tender (they will continue to cook in casserole). In bowl combine remaining ingredients. Drain cooked apples, stir into bowl, and then pour into greased casserole dish. Cook at 300 degrees until firm and golden.

Apple Filled Puff Pastry

1 package puff pastry
3 apples, peeled cored, and sliced 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3 teaspoons flour
3/4 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 beaten egg

Thaw puff pastry. Heat oven to 350°F. Peel, core and chop apples up coarsely.. Combine apples with sugar, flour, lemon juice, cinnamon and nutmeg. Flour surface lightly and cut pastry sheet into nine 3x3 squares. Place approximately 1/4 cup apple mixture on each square and brush edge with beaten egg. Place second pastry square on the top of the already filled pastry to form a pocket. Press down the border with fingers to seal and then press with fork to decorate the edges. Cut several vents into each pastry. Place on well greased baking sheet and give each one an egg wash. Bake for approximately 20 minutes or until golden.

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Stylist: Evan G. Cooper/ Evan & Co.
Photographer: Nick Drollette
Venue: Emerald Mountain Equestrian Club
Assistants: Jonny Marsh, Rae Culver/ LeRae Events + Design Rentals: Brendle Rentals

Evan G. Cooper, is a stylist and floral designer with a knack for creating settings filled with southern charm. Rustic or regal matters not when it comes to making his designs full of rich, authentic details. His passion carries over into affections for photography, missions abroad and good ‘ole southern hospitality. He’s right at home in Montgomery, Ala- bama as owner of Evan & Co., an event and floral design company.

Southwes and the Thin Place

Southwes and the Thin Place

The creative art of Wes Walker

When did you first become interested in photography? I started shooting in 2011 when I worked at a camp in the mountains in New Mexico during the summer.

Were you self-taught or did you learn in school/from a mentor? My older brother was into photography first and he showed me a lot. My mom is also a painter and we grew up in a very creative environment. But I started to work and figure out my route and style after a few years of on the go learning.

How did you develop your style? I don't know exactly what to call my style. I love western life, and I love the outdoors, and especially love shooting in low light situations and seem to give photos a sense that they might be on another planet. Basically I want to create a world that is different from everything else you might see on social media, but is still real and out there somewhere.

What themes do you explore through your work? Western life, semi-adventure, and minimal landscape. I love strong colors, and it's one of the main things I look for when shooting.

How do you find and choose you subjects or locations? I actually shoot at a lot of the "hot-spots", but try to portray them in a different light. Other times I'm on a road trip and just find something I think looks cool and try to find a way to turn it into art.

What inspires your work? Music and God. I think music and visuals go hand and hand, that's why most favorite movies have good scores, why special memories trigger a certain song. There's a certain spiritualness to nature, when you're in it you can't exactly describe it. But certain places on earth feel "thin." Call it God, call it magic, call it a "thin place" it's a place that we feel is special and inspires us to be more than we currently are.

How do you compose an image? Do you go into the shoot with a specific shot in mind, or does the inspiration strike when you place your model in the setting? Rarely do I have a certain shot in mind. I could almost count on one hand the number of times I've dreamed up a shot, planned it, and then it has actually panned out. It's like expectations are predestined let-downs. When creating pieces that are just for me I go into it with an open eye. The opposite of a commissioned job.

What has been your biggest lesson learned through creating your art? That waiting is everything. I waited and worked through a desk job three years after college. Spending every weekend and all of my time shooting photos where ever I could. Then making the jump to a full-time creative...but then still wasn't getting to shoot the kind of content I wanted because that's not would pay the bills. It's a process, big time.

What do you hope your art says to people? That there's a world full of "thin places" for everyone to go find and make memories at. I hope it conveys emotion, no matter what kind.

Why did you choose your craft (photography)? I actually started as a sketch artist. Drawing anything I saw for years and years. I never really choose it, it chose me haha. I just wanted to do something more, try and capture the beauty and it found its way to me.

If you couldn’t be doing your craft, what would you do instead? More into music, I play a handful of instruments and have a dozen or so songs I need to try and develop but just not really the time right now. Or flipping houses, a different type of creativity.

Any favorite moments of your career so far? I stood at the base of Cerro Torre at night in March of 2019. I realized just how small I am. How millions of people have stood and seen this mountain. All the stories that have happened and mine is one of them. It was when I realized that I had to start developing my own story and stop doing what everyone else was doing.

Is there a defining moment in your career so far? Probably taking the jump from working for a company to working for myself. Being able to plan trips whenever I want and take them is incredible and opens a huge door to possibilities that just are not there otherwise.

Is there anything you really enjoy in your craft vs another line of work? I love editing. But it truly depends on the content. I used to edit for the company I worked for and would've never made it through if The Office wasn't on full blast in the background. Now I edit my own content and it's light jazz that's in the background. 

Biggest pet peeve about the industry? Companies wanting creatives to work for comps and free goods. I get it, I've done it. On both ends. I would save the free stuff and comps for influencers and actually pay your creatives and photographers. They are creating viable content that is going to drive marketing, something most influencers would never begin to do.

Is flannel really always appropriate? Cabins. With pancakes. To impress the country girl I have a crush on. All appropriate occasions.

5 Orchards To Rush To

5 Orchards To Rush To

Run don’t walk, y’all.

Yes, there’s still time! As we prepare to bid farewell to October (I’m not crying, you are), it’s time to complete those Autumn bucket lists. And we all know apple picking is at the top. Below is our list of must-see orchards all across the states, and we think we know what your weekend plans will be. A little cider never hurt anyone, friends.

Finnriver Farm & Cidery Website

1. Finnriver Farm & Cidery

   Chimacum, Washington

   Located in Washington State, the largest producer of apples in the US, this organic cider farm has everything you’re looking for. An artisan cidery plus 50 acre Orchard for visitors to gather and learn the history of Finnriver Farm.

Applecrest Farm Orchards Facebook

2. Applecrest Farm Orchards

Hampton Falls, New Hampshire

“Get back to the simple life. Get back to Applecrest.” I love that. Applecrest Farm is the oldest continuously run apple orchard in America. Four generations of sustainably grown fruits and vegetables and they’re all offered at The Farm Market. Yes please.

County Line Orchard Facebook

3. County Line Orchard

Hobart, Indiana

Filled with all the orchard classics and we love to see it. This season, County Line Orchard is encouraging visitors with the hashtag #GrowingHope in a year with uncertainties. A sweet reminder that the little things, like the beauty in fall, is reason to celebrate.

Bear Swamp Orchard Facebook

4. Bear Swamp Orchard - Distillery & Cidery

Ashfield, Massachusetts

A family run farm with over 20 years in home-brewing and fermenting hard cider. The perfect stop for all ages. From pick your own apples to brandy tastings, you can get the full feel of autumn at Bear Swamp Orchard.

Marker Miller Orchards Facebook

5. Marker-Miller Orchards Farm Market

Winchester, Virginia

Two words. Bakery Festival. This orchard offers many things I love but I think a day full of enjoying baked goods is number one on that list. Oh, and the century old family history.

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