Welcome, friends! Grab a pumpkin spice latte and join me for a 2024 Halloween Home Tour... or dare I say a HAUNTED Halloween Home Tour! 👻 I'm kidding! I don't think this house is actually haunted...but I'm pretty sure the home we lived in when we first got married actually was haunted. 👻 I'd be home alone and hear weird sounds and sometimes items had been moved around. Other times I'd feel a chill in the air and feel like someone or something was watching me. Then of course my cat, Louella … [Read more...]
DIY Pumpkin Candles + I Launched a YouTube Channel!
Let's make these cute little DIY Pumpkin Candles together - it's the perfect way to welcome in the cozy Fall season! Hello, Friends! Welcome back to the Sweet Southern Oaks Blog! It's been awhile, huh? 🤷♀️We've hung out together on social media decorating and crafting together and we've shared in holiday fun over there. But this little corner of the internet... well, she's been a little dead over here. Life, ya know? And I'm like, do I even remember how to blog anymore?! 🤣 But let's … [Read more...]
Hocus Pocus Family Movie Night + Spooky Snacks
Start a new tradition with your family this Halloween season! A Hocus Pocus Family Movie Night with spooky fun snacks is sure to be a hit! I was not allowed to watch Hocus Pocus growing up. It wasn't until college that I actually watched the movie. Dost thou comprehend?! Mr. Sweet Southern Oaks had never seen the movie until he met me. It's just a bunch of Hocus Pocus if you ask me. ;) Now, it's a family tradition that we can't wait to share someday with our future children. No … [Read more...]
Beautiful Thanksgiving Tablescape Ideas
It's finally Friday once again! Can you believe that we are halfway through October? Halloween is near and that means soon we will all gather around the table for our Thanksgiving feasts! I've got you covered for some beautiful Thanksgiving Tablescape ideas with a few tips for setting the table, too! It's blog hop day with my sweet friends Jackie, Liz, Shanna and Jessica! Get ready for all the inspiration as we help you put together Thanksgiving tablescapes. You'll see their beautiful … [Read more...]
Five Perfect Pumpkin Pickin’ Places to Visit in Alabama this Fall
Big pumpkins, small pumpkins. White pumpkins, orange, pink and green. Fat, round pumpkins and tall pumpkins, warty ones, too. I never met a pumpkin I didn't like. Pumpkin- Palooza is happening!! Every year we buy all our pumpkins from local businesses and farmers in our area. Here are five Alabama pumpkin pickin' places to visit this fall season around the Birmingham area. Grab a pumpkin spice latte and let's head out for some pumpkin pickin'! Mr. Sweet Southern Oaks and I got up … [Read more...]
Simple Rae Dunn Friendsgiving Tablescape
It's time to set the table with this simple Rae Dunn Friendsgiving Tablescape for a holiday meal. Can you guys believe Thanksgiving will be here next week? Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday and I'm already so excited about the big feast! Turkey, dressing, sweet potato casserole and pumpkin pie... I'm literally hungry just thinking about all that delicious food! Today I'm sharing a few tips on how to put together a tablescape using items that I already had around my house. Decide on a … [Read more...]
Grandma Patricia’s Famous Pumpkin Pie
Thanksgiving is coming and it's time to start prepping for your holiday feast. With any holiday feast you can't forget about the desserts. This Pumpkin Pie is a beloved family recipe passed down through the generations of my husband's family and one you're sure to love! I'm teaming up with my sweet friends Jackie and Liz for a Thanksgiving blog hop. When it comes to Thanksgiving, I dream about all the food. Gotta get my fat pants ready for that delicious feast coming up soon! The Story … [Read more...]
How to Create a Layered Mirror Mantel
By now you probably know that I'm all about layers when it comes to decor... but this layered mirror mantel is probably my favorite design I've created in the house so far! I'm showing you how to create a layered mirror mantel in your home that is perfect for any season. The best part about this design is that you can create this look for any season. While I have a few pumpkins and amber bottles in this design, other items can easily transition with each season. So let's learn how to … [Read more...]
Spooky Halloween Tablescape
Enter into my haunted dining room, if you dare.... Because we're putting together a spooky Halloween tablescape. I know, it's literally the week of Halloween. And I'm just now sharing this with you. Late, I know, but you can always pin this for next year. A little boo-tiful planning a year ahead never hurts. ;) First I started with some black and white netting cheesecloth {creepy cloth} and placed it into the middle of the table. You can find this creepy cheesecloth anywhere this time … [Read more...]
Jewel Tone Fall Tablescape
Fall is officially here and it's my favorite time of the year! So that means it's time for us to put together a new tablescape for the season! Not just any ol' tablescape though - we are putting together a jewel tone fall tablescape using warmer colors and lots of texture. This fall I'm pushing the envelope and doing things a little different. I'm envisioning more of a Bohemian fall themed vibe around the house with jewel tones and pops of metallic! Don't worry, I'll still share neutral … [Read more...]