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Apple Pies, Fall Decor, and DIY Ghosts – Karins Kottage Linky Party Highlights

Apple Pies, Fall Decor and DY Ghosts! Welcome back to this week’s Karins Kottage Linky Party, where we celebrate the most creative, inspiring, and fun ideas from around the blogosphere! I’ve gathered some incredible highlights this week, from delicious apple pie recipes to festive fall décor and spooky DIY projects. Let’s dive in!

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1. Claire Justine’s Apple Pie Recipes – Just Like Grandma Used to Make!

First up, we have Claire Justine and her nostalgic collection of three apple pie recipes that will bring back memories of grandma’s kitchen. If you’re looking for some comforting fall desserts, these are a must-try!

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  • Spiced Apple and Ginger Pie – Warm, cozy, and full of spice!
  • Butterscotch Apple Pie – A sweet twist on a classic.
  • Apple of Your Eye Pie – A delightful recipe that will make everyone swoon.

You can grab all the recipes here.

2. Blue and White Fall Decorating Ideas from Calypso in the Country

Shelley from Calypso in the Country is shaking things up with her gorgeous blue and white fall decorating ideas. While blue and white are non-traditional fall colors, Shelley expertly blends them with natural elements to create a chic, seasonal look. If you’re looking for fall décor inspiration that’s a little outside the box, this is perfect for you!

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Check out her beautiful fall styling here.

3. Pottery Barn-Inspired DIY Ghost from An Organized Season

It’s spooky season! An Organized Season has a fun and budget-friendly DIY project that transforms a Dollar Tree ghost into a Pottery Barn-inspired light-up ghost. It’s a simple yet impactful way to bring a bit of haunting charm to your front yard.

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Find the step-by-step tutorial here and get ready to wow the neighborhood.

4. Life Is Better by the Lake – Fall Tablescape and Sporty Skeletons!

Life Is Better by the Lake brings us double the fun this week with a stunning fall tablescape and some super creative skeleton yard scenes! I’m especially in love with the skeletons dressed up in baseball uniforms – such a clever idea to give your outdoor space a playful, spooky touch.

Don’t miss out on these fabulous scenes here!

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In case you missed my last fashion post I am sharing my favorite high-waisted cargo utility pants from Old Navy. They are on sale right now too!

Last year I did a really fun pink and black Halloween Western Barbie tablescape.

This is one of my favorite pumpkin chocolate chip cookie recipe that you must make this season!

What says fall more than pumpkin chocolate chip cookies

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That wraps up this week’s Linky Party! Be sure to visit all these talented bloggers, and as always, I can’t wait to see what you’re sharing this week. Let’s continue to inspire and create together!

Feel free to drop your links below and join the fun.

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  1. Julie Briones says

    September 27, 2024 at 10:14 am

    I’m SUPER late to the party, but I made it in! Thanks for hosting!

    Reply
  2. Joanne says

    September 25, 2024 at 12:28 pm

    Those cookies look yummy!

    Reply
    • Karins Kottage says

      September 25, 2024 at 7:29 pm

      Joanne hope you try them out. They are so yummy!

      Reply
  3. Calypso in the Country says

    September 25, 2024 at 12:17 pm

    Thanks so much for including my blue and white fall decorating ideas in your features! Enjoy your week!
    Shelley

    Reply
    • Karins Kottage says

      September 25, 2024 at 7:29 pm

      I loved blue and white and your decor ideas are beautiful and welcoming. Thank you for linking up!

      Reply
  4. Jenna says

    September 25, 2024 at 7:01 am

    Thanks so much Karin! Your Spooky Western Barbieland tablescape is so much fun! Have a great week~

    Reply
    • Karins Kottage says

      September 25, 2024 at 7:28 pm

      We had a fun coming up with a pink and black Barbie tablescape for Halloween. Thanks for linking up and sharing your creativity. Love seeing your artistry in all you do.

      Reply
  5. Claire Justine says

    September 25, 2024 at 2:02 am

    Thank you so much for hosting. Loving all the features, especially the Halloween ones. Thank you so much for featuring my apple pie post too.

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    • Karins Kottage says

      September 25, 2024 at 7:27 pm

      Claire I love your blog and what you share. Thank you for linking up each week and being a part of my linky party. Love seeing what you are up to.

      Reply
  6. Debra Oliver says

    September 24, 2024 at 9:27 pm

    Thanks for having us over, Karin. Love your green joggers, so cute. Hope you’re having a great week.

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    • Karins Kottage says

      September 25, 2024 at 7:26 pm

      The joggers are so comfy! Thank you for always sharing your creative decor ideas especially during the holidays!
      Hugs,
      Karin

      Reply
  7. Debbie- Dabble says

    September 24, 2024 at 6:29 pm

    Karin,
    Thanks so much for hosting this wonderful party!! I really appreciate the time and effort that goes into it along with visiting all the links!! I hope you are having a great week!!
    Hugs,
    Deb
    Debbie-Dabble Blog

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    • Karins Kottage says

      September 25, 2024 at 7:25 pm

      Thank you Debbie! Love seeing your fun tablecapes!

      Reply
  8. Esme Slabbert says

    September 24, 2024 at 10:03 am

    Hi there, Karin, for hosting and having us over weekly. Have a wonderful day and rest of the week Love those apple pies
    My entries this week are numbered #17+18
    Hope you will join/share M-Sat at https://esmesalon.com/tag/seniorsalonpitstop/

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    • Karins Kottage says

      September 25, 2024 at 7:25 pm

      Always great to have you participate in my linky party!

      Reply
  9. Donna says

    September 24, 2024 at 7:31 am

    Hi Karin and happy fall! Thanks for all the hard work you do in hosting the party! It is greatly appreciated and I’m honored to be featured this week! Thanks again, Donna

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    • Karins Kottage says

      September 25, 2024 at 7:24 pm

      Donna you are always doing such creative things! Thank you for supporting my linky party each week.

      Hugs,
      Karin

      Reply
  10. Patty Lake says

    September 24, 2024 at 6:19 am

    Karin, Thanks so much for featuring my Skeleton Scenes on your Linky Party this week!! It was such a wonderful surprise and honor to see this when I woke up this morning. What a wonderful way to start the day. Thanks so much for all you do on your website and Linky Party. I love it that we get to experience all your travels, homemaking, decorating, etc. each week, and your Linky Party is such a great place to find new ideas, and also to get to share ideas! Thanks so much! Patty – Life Is Better Lakeside

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    • Karins Kottage says

      September 25, 2024 at 7:24 pm

      Patty I love your skeleton scenes they are so fun. Great tablescape too! Thank you for linking up and sharing your fun ideas. You are so kind to say how much you enjoy my blog it makes me so happy to hear that.

      Hugs,
      Karin

      Reply

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