Can’t find canned pumpkin at the store?
Learnhow to make pumpkin pureefrom scratch instead.
Make a meal out of the moment by roastinghot dogsas well.
Credit: Chuvipro/Getty Images
Try thesemarbled caramel applesfor a tasty and artful twist on the classic caramel apple.
They’re triple-dipped in chocolate, vanilla, and caramel candy coating for even more yummy flavor.
Check older sweaters and outerwear, too, as these are especially in demand at this time of year.
Credit: Blaine Moats
Before you plan a drop-off, review thesehelpful tips for donating to Goodwill.
Plus, orchards are a great place to snap a family photo for the upcoming season’s Christmas card.
Don’t toss the seeds thoughthey’ll come in handy for another item on this list.
Credit: Peter Cade/Getty Images
Decorate a Pumpkin
If it feels too early to carve a jack-o'-lantern,paint your pumpkins for fallinstead.
Tip:You don’t need artistic talent to make pretty painted pumpkins.
Just grab some acrylic craft paint anddrizzle your favorite colorsover real or faux pumpkins for a beautiful abstract design.
Credit: Jason Donnelly
Make Your Halloween Costume
Don’t wait until the last minute to start your DIY Halloween costume this year.
Don your look at a spooky soiree or while taking the kidstrick-or-treatingyou’ll be a hit wherever you go!
Make a pretty fall wreath, create leaf art, or choose one of our othereasy fall craft ideas.
Credit: Jay Wilde
There is a reward to the task though: jumping into the finished pile of crunchy leaves!
Capture the moment on camera for a greatChristmas cardphoto!
Opt for aclassic apple pie recipelike Grandma used to make, or turn your ingredients into bite-sizeapple pie bars.
Credit: Andy Lyons
Or, pick enough apples at the orchard to bake a few apple pie-inspired recipes.
Decorate with Fall Colors
Take inspiration from the trees outside and bring the vivid jewel tones of fall indoors.
This year, try making your ownhomemade candlesusing essential oils like citrus, clove, and cedarwood.
Credit: Blaine Moats
Before your next fall gathering, warm a batch to serve directly from the stove.
When you carve jack-o'-lanterns, don’t be so quick to scoop the insides straight into the trash.
Save them to roast your own pepitasyou can even makean extra crunchy batch in the air fryer.
Seeds from carved and pie pumpkins work best.
Skip the seeds from decorative white pumpkins or gourds.
Instead of buying a new one this year, repurpose an old chunky sweater or two.
Optimize the fall fashion moment by pairing the DIY blanket scarf with a cozy flannel.
If you’re free to, take on a neighbor’s yard when you rake your own.
Elderly folks, people with kids, and those with mobility limitations will especially appreciate the gesture.
So, add sometimeless classicslikegreen bean casserole,stuffing, and, of course,pumpkin pie.
Next, contemplate somevegetarian mains and sides.
Check out our deliciousThanksgiving menu ideas.
So, why not boost the coziness with a new hobby for your fall bucket list?
Spend a day watching the classics, playing wholesome favorites during the day and spooky flicks into the night.
Make this fall bucket list activity into an occasion bysetting up a projector in your backyardin the evening.
“When is the First Day of Fall?”
The Old Farmer’s Almanac.
