Welcome to Journey Jots #43!
In this weekly recap, I’ll share some of my most recent posts, news from life and blog, favorite fall decor finds, and an assemblage of encouraging content from other creators. Settle in and join me for Journey Jots #43!
Journey Jots #43
Hello, guys! Welcome to another Jots and a brand new week!
How’s the weather where you are at? Has school started yet? Whatever you have going on, I hope it’s happy!
Life Lately
Well guys, it has been a very uneventful past few weeks. Hubby came down with a terrible cold and then, a few days later, I picked it up, too.
So, we honestly haven’t done much…summer head colds are the worst and are so hard to kick for some reason. As I’m typing this, I am feeling heaps better than I was three days ago but still have a very stuffy nose.
We did take Tilly on a few nice, slow walks. The weather last week was SO amazing…high’s barely over 60 and sunny. It felt like fall!
The sunflowers and corn at a park near us have grown like weeds this summer with all the rain!
One thing I did, however, was paint the wall behind the mirror in our master bathroom.
So, with Kleenex in one hand and a paintbrush in the other, I painted it green…the same color as the vanity below! Random thing to do with a crazy cold but I needed something to do. I LOVE how it turned out!
Finally, Tilly wanted me to say ‘thank you’ for sending her healing! She is feeling SO much better and is back to her normal spunky, funny self.
Weekly Shopping Finds- Cottage Style Fall Decor
- How cute is this wool mushroom and leaf garland?!
- This set of 3 plaid pumpkins is perfect for mantel or shelf styling!
- Who doesn’t love a beautiful candle holder?!
- This dried fall wheat bouquet would look so stunning just about anywhere!
- Wicker for fall…in pumpkin form? Yes please!
- How about a ceramic pumpkin planter for all your fall floral needs? This one won’t rot 🙂
- This wildflower framed art is just stunning…so lovely for early fall!
On the Blog-Journey Jots #43
This past Thursday, I shared a post on a topic I have never shared before…vintage ironstone! This post is chock full of anything and everything you need to know when hunting for ironstone at thrift stores. Come see how to curate a collection…one piece at a time!
As we start thinking about fall decorating, this DIY on how to leaf stencil a pumpkin is quick, easy, and budget-friendly! You’ll never guess what I used to create the leaf pattern 🙂
Finally, these tips on how to decorate for fall on a budget helps to keep costs down while still styling a beautiful autumnal home.
Coming Up on The Antiqued Journey
This week I’ll be saying farewell to summer with a roundup of all the summer posts that I featured over the past few months. Then, in a few weeks, come back for the August ‘Thrifted Goodies’ post. I’ve found some AMAZING things that I can’t wait to share with you!
Lots of super fun content coming your way. Be sure you are subscribed to my e-mail so you are the first to know about new posts and merchandise updates!
The Antiqued Journey Shop
In case you haven’t heard the news yet, I WROTE AN E-BOOK! My very first e-book, ‘An Introduction to: Antique and Vintage Home Decor’, was released early last week and I couldn’t be more excited about it. It’s been two years in the making!
The e-book is a 32 page, downloadable PDF file that you will receive in your email upon purchase. In it, you will find tips for sourcing, pricing, and styling decor from milk glass to copper to linens. I do hope you check it out!
Also, as a reminder, there is new TAJ merch in the shop section of my website. You will find super cute t-shirts, mugs, and even an iPhone case designed by yours truly.
Each purchase means the world to me and helps me to continue writing weekly content. Thank you for supporting my small business!
Fall Candles from The Antiqued Journey
Fall candles are ready and live in the shop now!
These candles are made from all natural soy and contain cotton wicks. I hand pour each candle out of my kitchen.
There are four super cozy scents to choose from. As we begin to wind down the summer and welcome fall into our homes, a fall candle is the perfect thing…don’t you think?!
Inspiring Content from Around the Web- Favorite YouTube Channels
- I’ve mentioned Rajiv’s YouTube channel before but this video is SO GOOD!
- Simple Happy Zen is one of my very favorites. Her newest video all about slow living is incredibly soothing, peaceful, and so helpful.
- If haven’t heard of Ghost Town Living before, just go watch it. You will thank me later 🙂
Closing Tidbits for Journey Jots #43
Thank you so much for being here and joining me for journey jots #43! I love sharing a little bit of my daily life with you.
Have a lovely week ahead!
Sustainable Living Tip of the Week: Shop secondhand for clothing at your local thrift store or online sites like ThredUp. This not only saves you money but also helps to eliminate excess carbon, saves water, and precious energy resources!
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Thanks for all this wonderful info and Tillie is so cute. Have a great week and glad your cold is better, colds are the pitts!!
Hi, Marlene!
Thank you! You are welcome…thanks so much for coming by! Enjoy the week!
Such an adorable pic of Tilly! So glad she’s feeling better and you are too! Love the paint color! I just bought paint today for our bedroom! Have a great week!
Thank you! Me too.
I SAW that…the paint colors you were considering are all super pretty. That blue/green combo is SO IN right now…it’s all over every magazine I’ve read lately!