Review of Fall Home Decorations for 2026

 I enjoy changing the decor in my home to fit the seasons and autumn is my favorite season.  I prefer decorations that are simple and classic.  For fall bringing the colors of the season into the home with colorful pillows and throws, leaves, pumpkins and candles give you a warm and cozy feeling.  I have an entrance table that I like to decorate with a fall runner and some simple decorations.  In early fall I have a sunflower runner and add a colorful pot and some fresh flowers in the colors of the season.  Later in the fall I will change to a pumpkin designed runner and some pumpkins and candles.  Below is a photo of my early fall runner and flowers.

Amazon has a lot of interesting fall decorations.  Here are some that I really like and thought they would be a great addition to my fall decor.

Leaves

Leaves make great decorations for a staircase or a fireplace mantle. This colorful leaves with berries and small pumpkins is 6 feet long.  it will be perfect for my mantle.  Here is a link to Amazon for the leaf's pictures above. Fall Leaves

Another great way to bring fall leaf color into your home is with this pair of colorful "Fall Maple Trees".  They are each 22 inches tall and are battery operated.

Here is a link to the trees on Amazon. Fall Maple Trees

Table Runners

Table runners are a great way to add a touch of autumn to your home.  I like to use them several different way.  They are great for my dining room table, my entrance table and sometimes I hang them over the banister leading to our downstairs.  Here are two that I found on Amazon.

Fall Pumpkin and Leaf runner                                                                           

Pumpkin Runner                                                                                               

Pillows

Colorful fall pillows can add a touch of fall to your sofa or chairs.  Here is one I really liked on Amazon.  They are covers for pillows and come in a set of two that are 18x 18 inches each.  What a great way to convert pillows you have into a fall theme.

Pumpkin Pillow Covers                                                                               

Fall Bathroom

I also like to bring a touch of fall into my guest bathroom.  Here are some items I found on Amazon the help give your bathroom a touch of the season.

Fall Hand Towels                                                                                              

Pumpkin Soap Dispenser                                                                                   

Fall Bath Mat                                                                                                 

Flameless Pumpkin Candle

Fall Kitchen

I also like to add a touch of fall decor to my kitchen.  Here are some ideas for you from Amazon.

Pumpkin Trivets                                                                                               

Fall Kitchen Towels                                                                                   

Fall Coasters

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Storm Glass Weather Station ~ A Unique Gift Idea

When you get to a certain age (I refuse to state what that age is), you might find yourself in a quandary when it comes to a gift for a birthday, anniversary, retirement or some other BIG occasion.

It's happened to me and I know it's happened to you too!  

Well, I found something that we are currently enjoying because it looks nice, has an appeal that will fit just about any lifestyle and it's always changing.

What could this possibly be?  Well let me introduce you to Our Storm Glass Weather Predictor!

I purchased this for my other half to help celebrate a birthday (I won't say which one) and he had no idea what it was even after opening it and taking a really hard look at it.  But I could see that he was amused and interested.

We took this gift one step further and added a base that lights up.  Not only does it change the way it looks, but I think it makes it even more interesting.

Our base is just perfect to add that little touch of brightness in a dark corner.  Inexpensive and it really does make this Weather Storm Glass stand out.  We love turning off our lights in the evenings and this just emits enough light that you can easily make your way around the room.

Here is a picture of it and the box that it comes in.  It was well packaged because it's delicate, we had no problem with breakage.  The  light base is not as delicate.

This is what the Storm Glass looks like when it is on the light base and you are looking down at it.  I think it's pretty amazing and unusual.

I think this looks like a storm waiting to happen, but the light playing within the Storm Glass is just mesmerizing.

So if you know someone who has just about everything they need and you still want to get them a little gift that is sure to please, add this one to your list of unique and fun items

Does it work as a weather predictor?  Apparently it should!  If the liquid is clear, there will be fair weather.  Small dots or flakes means humid weather.  Crystals forming fern like or tree like leaves means frosty or cold conditions.  If the liquid is cloudy there could be stormy weather on it's way.  And if the crystals are sinking or shapeless there could be southerly or warm winds on the way.

My eyes are not so well trained to see all these subtle differences, but I find it fascinating just to look at it and that is good enough for me.

One thing is certain, it will be a gift that will make everyone take notice, because, it is rather different and leaves room for some unpredictable enjoyment.

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Football Tshirts, Tote Bags, and Binders

These football themed items are designed with the family in mind. They are football themed, but not team specific. It's all about having some family fun and enjoying the game.

The football themed tshirts simply feature the word FOOTBALL, spelled in capital letters, with the two O's replaced with my painting of two footballs, slanting towards the upper right. I chose a grunge type font as it looks pretty worn, like a football uniform might look. The design looks pretty cool and is perfect for some friendly football fun.

FOOTBALL word tshirts in brown
by CherylsArt

This design is printed on the front, of any tshirt style and color of the customer's choice. The tshirt sizes available, will vary depending upon which style tshirt that you pick. If you need a size that is not listed, then try a different style to see if that works out for what you are looking for.

The basic FOOTBALL word is also ready on various canvas tote bags. There are a variety of styles to choose from. As of the date of this writing, there are five tote bag styles to choose from, ranging from tiny to jumbo, one with a pocket and most without. The color options of the canvas will vary depending upon which canvas tote bag style is selected.

FOOTBALL word tote bags in brown
by CherylsArt

The FOOTBALL binders offer some extra aesthetic appeal. The background on the cover is solid green to represent green turf. On the front cover, is the word FOOTBALL spelled with two footballs for the O's. There is a template placeholder for a person's name which is printed on the top half of the cover. The word FOOTBALL is printed on the bottom half of the cover.

The spine holds another placeholder for additional words. You could add a favorite team name, dates that this football binder covers, etc. The choice is yours.

Personalized Brown Football on Green Binder
by CherylsArt

I have purchased both tshirts and canvas tote bags in the past and have been pleased with my purchases. Overall, customers have rated the binders a 4.7 out of 5, with the majority of customers being very pleased.

These designs are printed on products that are available on Zazzle. I made the football artwork, and Zazzle is the company that does the printing and shipping. Zazzle offers a thirty day return policy within 30 days of receipt of the product(s). Things that are covered are Delays caused by Zazzle, its Makers or Carriers; Production mistakes; Damaged or incorrect items; Misrepresented or otherwise inaccurate product information; and Size or fit related issues. However, they don't cover items outside of Zazzle's control, such as when a Zazzle user places design items outside of the design area. So basically, keep the design within the dashed lines. Zazzle is pretty good about showing you where the safe design area is.

May you find this information helpful, and hope you and your family and or friends enjoy your football excursions.

Cheryl Paton

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Tiger Toes Review

Tiger Toes ? My first thought was what a cute name and my second thought was... I hope these work!

Tiger Toes are grip socks for senior dogs to help with traction for joint, age, mobility issues. The grip design is patented and effective to assist traction particularly on hardwood or tile floors.

Do They Work?

Yes, absolutely. However, each dog is unique as to why additional traction is needed and how much- I'm sure we'd all like more but the increase in stable footing is noticeable/ 

Design

These socks were designed with the dog and owner in mind! If you have every tried to put dog boots on then the struggle can be huge. Last winter was so cold we had no choice in my area then to put boots on the dogs for their protection. 

Tiger Toes is a combo of traction like boots, but the material is lightweight. Because the socks have grip on each side and by design can be twisted and still usable; the socks are much easier to put on each leg. The width of the sock is also forgiving vs the narrow boot. 

The socks do extend up the leg with a velco fastener. I found the fastener was not really necessary and appreciated the lack of zippers, buttons, sticky patches which can be hindering or stick to fur.

Twist Factor

One of the best features is the sock can rotate or twist around the foot and not only works, but does not constrict the dog. I have found with boots many times one boot will twist backward and well... that really annoys the dog (we wouldn't want to walk around with one shoe backward!!)

Washable

Yes, the Tiger Toes are washable.

Sizes

The toes come in medium, large, extra large. Medium works on my medium sized dog. After a few looks at the Tiger Toes, he has adjusted quickly. 

I was admittedly skeptical after trying a few products to help with senior dog mobility with mixed results. It can take a few tries with dogs and aids to find one that fits the dog and fits the problem. 

I found the Tiger Toes delivered as promised at a very reasonable price point for the product. My only wish is that an extra sock would be included cause... just like human laundry, there can be a black hole for socks!

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An Emotional and Original Mother Daughter Wedding Dance Song

When I look back at my own wedding day, there are so many memories etched into my heart, but one moment that didn't happen for me was a dance on the floor with my mother. 

In fact, back when I got married, that wasn't nearly as common as a father-daughter dance, and it simply wasn't something I had ever heard of back then. Even though I never shared that exact experience, I completely understand why honoring this profound bond has become such a cherished trend in modern marriages. 

Brides today often want to honor both parents, and creating a dedicated moment for the mother of the bride provides a gorgeous and balanced counterpart to the traditional father-daughter dance. That desire for balance and emotional completeness is what originally inspired me to create this piece.

As a writer, I have spent a lot of time crafting story lyrics for weddings, exploring the vast spectrum of family relationships. Yet, this project marked a first for me: my very first wedding dance song for a mom and her daughter.

When I sat down to write the lyrics for Mother and Daughter Forever, I knew I wanted to strip away the grand timelines. I didn't want the song to get lost listing a lifetime of achievements or speculating about where the future might lead. 

Much like my mother-son wedding song, The Child, The Boy, The Man, I wanted this piece to stay entirely grounded in the present. It needed to remain a pure and quiet space where a mother simply tells her daughter how deeply and unconditionally she is loved.

Crafting Mother and Daughter Forever: A Personal Reflection

Bringing Mother and Daughter Forever to life went far beyond just penning a few lines on a page. Once the lyrics captured that exact emotional weight, I rolled up my sleeves and digitally produced the musical arrangement and video, pouring the same creative heart into it that I bring to all my storytelling.

Ultimately, this song is about telling the story of that intense and lifelong personal love a mother feels for her daughter from the very first breath to her wedding day. It completes the full emotional narrative of a daughter's life alongside her parents. 

Whether you are a bride dreaming up your reception playlist, a mother looking for a way to express what is in your heart, or simply someone who appreciates the quiet power of family bonds, I hope Mother and Daughter Forever speaks to you the way it spoke to me while creating it.

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The Friend of the Family by Dean Koontz

 

Unlike his contemporary fiction, Dean Koontz writes this story from a historical viewpoint. The story’s timeframe begins in 1930 and continues through most of the 1930s decade and into the early days of World War II. 

Synopsis of this Novel

The Friend of the FamilyCheck Price

Alida is born with an oddity and her family rejects her, selling her,  as a very small child, to the owner of a traveling carnival. There she is put on display in the sideshow of the “Museum of the Strange”. Her only recourse to ignoring people staring at her all day was to lose herself in books.  

After years with the carnival, the owner, Forest Farnam, sells out and moves his best ‘oddity’, Alida, to the speakeasies circuit. 

Adida has resigned herself to this lonely life of being exploited as she doesn’t know there could be more to life for her. Then she is rescued by two compassionate strangers, Franklin and Loretta Fairchild.

The Fairchild’s are movie makers who do well for themselves due to people needing movies as an escape in this Depression-era time.  They see Alida as a gifted and extremely well-read girl in need of a loving touch and a family. Alida finds the love and family she has always dreamed about, but never thought she would find, with this loving couple and their three very precocious and imaginative children. 

Despite everyone in the family being very generous and accepting, Alida knows she is still a very different kind of girl. She begins having dreams that are unsettling to say the least, and often feel threatening. She fears these vivid dreams are also warnings and she feels that it is the Fairchilds who may need rescuing. 

Alida will do anything to keep her newfound family safe. How she goes about this gives us an ending that is definitely Koontz! 

Synopsis

This is an historical novel that will give you a look at life in 1930s America from a different perspective. It also gives you a story about an unusual girl who discovers her mysterious purpose in life surrounding family, sacrifice and love. 

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*Book Review of “The Friend of the Family” was written by Dean  Koontz

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Hide Power Strip, Cords & Cables in Attractive Storage Box Reviewed

I was extremely surprised when our baby dog chewed the ends off of two of my charging cords.  He was not even left alone, but he was being quiet as a little mouse.  We had no idea he was chewing on cords that were plugged into the wall, but not being used at that moment.  None of our other dogs have ever chewed on any cords so I was not properly prepared for our baby dog.  However, I am now!

I promptly went to Amazon to find a way to cover and hide all of my charging cords, as well as the power strip.  I was thrilled to realize I was not alone.  Clearly, other people have needed a way to hide away cords that were plugged into the wall.  I am sure some elected to hide the cords for aesthetics, but for me, that was a side benefit to hiding the cords.

The storage box I chose has a magnetic closure that holds the lid down, but is easy for me to open and close.  It also has an opening on both sides and across the back for cooling and pulling the cords through when in use.  At night, I do wrap all of the cords up, put them in the box and turn off the power strip so the Midnight Marauder, aka our baby dog, does not have access to the power strip or any cords.  Much safer and less stressful than leaving them in plain sight for "testing".  

  

Solid Wood Cable Management Box

 YECAYE Solid Wood Cable Management Box, Walnut Color, 14.2 x 6.1 x 4.1 | Magnetic Closure, For Power Strip & Wire Storage, Cord Organizer, Hide Cords, Home Office Decor,Cable Organizer BoxCheck PriceThe pretty wood box is finished in a walnut color. It is very attractive sitting on my storage cabinet, which was another recent purchase to hide away papers, books, office supplies, etc.  If it is out, our baby dog believes it is fair game.

As I noted earlier, there is an opening on either side for the cords when they are in use, but the power strip and plugs are always hidden inside the box.  There is also a long opening along the back of the box for cooling, which is imperative.

Another side benefit to the box is that is keeps dust off of the power strip and plugs. 

• Box measures 6.1"D x 14.2"W x 4.7"H
• Solid Wood 
• Walnut Color
• Magnetic Closure 
• Hinged Lid 

 

 Attractive on Table Top or Desk Power Strip & Plugs Storage Magnetic Closure

 

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Rome Cast Iron Pie Irons - Reviewed

We enjoy our backyard fire pit every year and make lasting memories with all of the fun. Our Rome cast iron pie irons have been part of that fun for as long as I can remember.

What is a pie iron? A pie iron is a handy cooking tool that turns an ordinary campfire into an opportunity to make delicious hot sandwiches, called mountain pies, or, as some people know them, hobo pies or pudgie pies.

The classic Rome Square pie iron is designed to accommodate a generous portion of bread and fillings, allowing you to make any kind of delicious hot sandwich. One of our favorites is the pizza mountain pie. Find out how we make the pizza mountain pie here in one of my posts, Mountain Pies.

Rome also offers round and double models, giving you several options depending on what you want to cook. Our pie irons are the classic square designs.

You can make hot sandwiches, savory meals, and sweet desserts with your pie irons. Another favorite of mine is apple pie filling with cheddar cheese.

If you enjoy camping or spending time around a backyard campfire pit, Rome pie irons are worth considering. Once you start experimenting with different fillings and recipes, you will be looking forward to your next campfire.

After every campfire, I wash my pie irons with soap and water and thoroughly dry them. Then, I coat and rub them with vegetable oil on the inside and out to make them ready for the next campfire.

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