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Journey Jots #46

By Rachel

published 09/08/2024

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Welcome to Journey Jots #46!

In this weekly recap, I’ll share some of my most recent posts, news from life and blog, a selection of fall kitchen decor and accessories, and an assemblage of encouraging content from other creators. Settle in and join me for Journey Jots #46!

Journey Jots #46

Hello, guys! Welcome to another Jots and a brand new week! I hope you are well.

Table of Contents

How was your Labor Day weekend?! I’d love to know if you did anything fun!

As we welcome fall with open arms, I encourage you to slow down and breathe in this new season. Because, with it, awaits hope and the possibility of something special.

Fall is my very favorite season and I am so grateful to be able to spend it with you sharing my favorite things.

What’s your favorite season?! I’d love to know in the comments!

Life Lately

It was a short week with the holiday weekend but boy has it been busy.

I started out the beginning of the long weekend with my annual physical…what a way, right?! However, if you’ve been around for a while, you might remember the issues I’ve been having with a certain lady part of the body. I’m always super nervous to get checked again because, every year since 2021, my doctor has found suspicious areas and I’ve had to get realms of tests including mammograms and ultrasounds.

But! I’m SO happy to report that, this year, she didn’t find anything new!!! I’m just ECSTATIC!

So, after all that, I treated myself to a very yummy iced fall beverage from the coffee shop to celebrate 🙂

Take care of yourselves, guys even though you don’t want to go. As I get older, I’m realizing more and more how important it is to keep up on health things.

I also took myself thrifting as another reward for going to the doctor 🙂 I have been finding some amazing things, which you will see very soon!

We’ve been having some very lovely weather here recently! The fall air is imminent and I just LOVE it.

On a recent bike ride, we rode a dirt trail out to the middle of a nature preserve and just stopped for a minute and listened to the crickets. It’s not often that you get this type of quiet in the middle of the city!

Finally, Tilly girl is doing so well! This was her sleeping the other afternoon…I just can’t even. I don’t know how we got so lucky 🙂 Just love her to PIECES!

Weekly Shopping Finds- Fall Table Linens and Accessories

Cloth Napkins- there’s something for everyone here! Ruffled, plaid, block print, and neutral.
Table Cloths- explore fall patterns for your table! Gingham, neutral ruffled, ticking stripe, and plaid.
Fall Table Runners- Option 1, option 2, option 3, and option 4!
Placemats- hosting made easier with these festive options! Round boho, round rattan, neutral rust, or orange woven plaid.
Napkin rings- what’s a fall-themed table without napkin rings?! Wood, wheat, bronze pumpkin, and vintage gold leaves.

On the Blog-Journey Jots #46

This past Thursday, I shared a post on how to style vintage copper for fall. It’s one of my favorite vintage decor pieces to decorate with year after year! Find my simple tips and tricks for incorporating this precious metal into your home for the season.

As we switch to a new season, there are some tried and true methods that I practice. These 7 ways to prepare your home for autumn are simple yet make such a huge difference in how my space operates going into winter!

And, if you are looking for a super easy and budget friendly fall craft, try these polka dot pumpkins, good fun for all ages!

Coming Up on The Antiqued Journey

This week I’ll be sharing the first fall post of the year starting with my fall mantel! Then, in a few weeks, come back for a cozy DIY on how to make fall potpourri.

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!

SHOP TAJ MERCH HERE!

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?!

SHOP FALL CANDLES HERE!

Inspiring Content from Around the Web

Missy shared the cutest bat tree branches for non-spooky Halloween decor!
Cindy wrote a heartfelt post about appreciating home decor that you’ve had for years and how to style the same pieces year after year.
My friend Stacy shows us how to create a fall container garden!

Closing Tidbits for Journey Jots #46

Thank you so much for being here and joining me for journey jots #46! I love sharing a little bit of my daily life with you.

Have a lovely week ahead!

Sustainable Living Tip of the Week: Instead of using paper napkins for every meal, opt for cloth ones. You can use them multiple times before washing and it eliminates the processing of paper and plastic!

If you are new here, I’m Rachel, the writer and content creator here at The Antiqued Journey. I’m so happy to have you! I encourage you to stop by the ‘about me’ page to get to know me a little more.

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