|
|
I found this via Pinterest a few days ago, shortly before Mish & I had a conversation about how there’s so much to do in New England during Autumn. Here are a few things I’m planning on doing this Fall:
+ Exhibiting at the Manchester Art Association Annual Craft Fair, October 29, 10 am – 3 pm.
I am beyond excited to exhibit at my very first craft fair, at Manchester Community College! With just about a month left until the fair, I plan on posting ideas for table designs, packaging, and other process-type things. More info about the fair here.
+ Apple picking!
My favorite place to pick apples is Roger’s Orchards in Southington. I have a lot of good memories going apple picking here as a kid with my family. “Pick-Your-Own” is open at both of their locations on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 10:00-5:00, weather permitting. Also, their apple cider and apple cider doughnuts are delish!
+ Southington Apple Harvest Festival
Speaking of apples and Southington, I’m going to have to find time to go to the Southington Apple Harvest Festival, too! There are always some great crafters exhibiting there, plus contests {like pie-eating!}, and the best apple fritters on this Earth! The Festival is open beginning this weekend, September 30-Oct 2, and next weekend, Oct 7-9. Hours vary by day, check the schedule here.
+ Halloween Knights at the CT Renaissance Faire.
And what would my Fall be without a trip to the CT Renaissance Faire in Hebron? Stan, Michele, Jeff, baby Noah and I are going October 15th, to witness the Halloween Knights event. In addition to the “regular” shows, games, and other fun things to do, Halloween Knights extends the faire from 6 to 8pm, when all sorts of ghosts, zombies and other haunted creatures of the night come out to spook. They also have a fantastic Thriller dance and, last year, there was a haunted hay ride! The Faire opened last weekend and runs every Saturday & Sunday through October 16th.
+ Scenic Leaf-Turning Ride.
When I was younger, my Dad used to take us on scenic leaf-turning rides to the Yankee Candle Factory in Deerfield, MA. It was always such a magical and special experience for me. I don’t know if Stan and I will be going to the Yankee Candle Factory, but I hope we take some kind of scenic drive while the leaves are changing.
+ Fancy Drinks & Candy Apples
I’m not a huge fan of caramel apples, but I do love candy apples! If I don’t eat one at the Ren Faire or Harvest Festival, I’ll probably host a candy apple making party. As for fancy drinks, I do love making & drinking chai tea lattés throughout the fall and winter.
What are your favorite things to do this time of year? Know of any really good haunted hay rides or haunted houses?
Like this post? Share it! xo
Before I get into this post {which is way overdue}, let me explain why I look so horrifyingly angry. In one of the classes I’m taking this semester, we’re discussing gender representation. We watched Sut Jhally’s Codes of Gender in which Jhally discusses how, in advertising, women are often shown in submissive or “silly” positions, with their head tilted to one side, a leg bent, a hand on the hip, and all these other things to essentially make the woman look as if she isn’t in control of her environment. On the other hand, a man is almost always shown in fierce control of his environment — looking directly into the camera, holding something forcefully, angry or domineering. Noticing that I fell into the trap of looking silly and “girly” in many of my photos, I thought it would be interesting to switch it up and use the codes of gender that apply to men in advertising. Doesn’t work for me, right? We’re not used to seeing a woman look domineering in a photo. Okay, it might be the purple tights.
So, what am I wearing? Studded Flats: Rampage, Peonies Couture {around $10-$20}. Purple tights: Technically, they’re “Orchid Pink,” We Love Colors, $8. Gray striped skirt: Target, $10-15. Gray cardigan: Forever 21 {Heritage 1981}, $20. Scarf: Plato’s Closet, $5. Headband: Target, $3.
Also: I tried making cookies from scratch last night. They were okay, but not spectacular. Too much flour and not enough chocolate chips, I think. But, who am I kidding? I’ll still eat them.
Also also: Happy Birthday to my honey! Stan is 23 today <3
Like this post? Share it! xo
Just in time for Fall, I’ve added two yummy pie-scented cupcake soaps to the Poor & Pretty shop: American Pie & Pumpkin Pie. The scents are very realistic, so please don’t eat them :)
Is there anything more American than apple pie? Well, probably, as apple pie dates back before the European colonization of America, but still. This cupcake soap is spot-on — slightly tart and sweet cinnamon, apples, sugar and that delicious pie crust, warm from the oven. Topped with blue and red jojoba beads.
My friend Jordan’s favorite, pumpkin pie is a signature fall dessert. Sweet cream pumpkin paired with hints of nutmeg, cinnamon, clove, ginger and rounded out with buttery vanilla. Hurry, before Jordan buys them all! <3
Note: As of right now, these are only listed in the Big Cartel shop, not on Etsy.
Like this post? Share it! xo
It’s back to school, and my life is crazy hectic! I’m thinking of starting “campus style” posts, where I snap photos of cool chicks on campus and blog about them, but I haven’t gotten up the courage to do it yet. In the meantime, here are a few outfits I’d rock this fall if I only had the money:
1. ♥.♥.♥.♥.♥.♥.♥.♥.♥. by maveee. Yes, ♥.♥.♥.♥.♥.♥.♥.♥.♥. is the name of this set.
2. #O7 get the look by myworldmystyle. Love the floral skirt and funky yellow tights — totally my style.
3. Zooey & M. Ward by elizabethcarter. Along with Anna Friel, Zooey Deschanel is my Hollywood lady crush. I also love her & M.Ward together as She & Him, but I wish she would make music with her hubby, Ben Gibbard, who is my music guy crush… I probably wouldn’t go with the heels in this one. I’d fall on my ass several times wearing those.
Happy almost-Fall, y’all! {Yep, it’s time to turn in for the night}.
P.S. You can follow me on Polyvore here. :)
Like this post? Share it! xo
Stan and I just got back from aromatherapeutic massages at Apricot Blossom Therapeutic Massage in West Hartford. I’m so relaxed, I’m making this a quick post before plopping myself on the couch and doing some major unwinding.
Apricot Blossom owner Kyoko Simpson (left) called in her friend and fellow licensed massaged therapist Michelle Suesens (right) for our massages. They were both very sweet and friendly, so we both felt comfortable immediately, which, as you can imagine, is pretty important when getting a massage. The environment of Apricot Blossom was minimalistic and soothing. We picked out a combination of essential oils for our massages, and left feeling incredibly relaxed and stress-free.
If you’ve never had a massage before (or even if you have), I encourage you to give Kyoko a call at 860-523-3212. Her prices are incredibly reasonable, plus you get 20% off your first visit. Check out her services here.
Happy Labor Day weekend! <3
Like this post? Share it! xo
|
Want to sponsor Poor & Pretty? Go here for info about advertising rates and giveaways.
|
