Inspired Holidays {Day 12}:: A Delicious Discussion of Fall Scents {DIY Cinnamon Stick Candles}

October 12, 2011

DIY Cinnamon Stick Candles – Stories A to Z

Can we pause for just a moment today to talk about Fall and holiday scents? Because it is honestly one of my favorite parts of the season. When my daughter Courtney and I go shopping, one of our our favorite things to do is SNIFF candles. One by one, we SNIFF ‘em really loud and give our commentary on the scents as we go. Favorite way to spend our free time. We are weird like that.

I just love the scent of fall.

And I love the smell of Christmas.

I want my home to smell yummy like vanilla and cinnamon when I walk in the door.

I love the smell of baked goods like pumpkin and spice cakes.

I adore the scent of a wood burning fire in the fireplace.

I love to smell my gingerbread latte almost as much as I like drinking it.

I like to sprinkle cinnamon and nutmeg on top of my whipped cream. .

One of my favorite holiday drinks is simmering hot spiced cranberry cider on the stove with cinnamon sticks, cloves and orange slices because of how amazing it makes the house smell. Yes, soon I’ll post the recipe I use, because it is SO good.

We usually buy real Christmas trees so we can smell the fragrance of the tree throughout the house.

I’m really inspired by the scents of fall and the holidays.

So let’s share favorite holiday scents in the comments, shall we? What are your favorite fall or holiday candles and ways to scent your home? Do you have a candle warmer? Tell me what candles I should look for or what scent I should get for my candle warmer!

DIY Cinnamon Stick candles are a simple way to make your regular candles a little more festive!  See the link and photo above for the DIY from Beth at of A to Z!

WINNER: The winner of the Plush Pumpkins was Judy Hall! She has already been notified of winning and put in contact with the LoveFeast girls! If you didn’t win, you can still order your own pumpkins at the LoveFeast shop!!

Missed the past few posts in this series? Not to worry!

Day 9: Things to Treasure List

Day 10: Tips for Mantels and Display

Day 11: Tips for Holiday Curb Appeal

The rest of the 31 Day Participants! You all are doing A-MAH-ZING work!

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Inspired Holidays {Day 3}:: Why I Love This Season.

October 3, 2011
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Love the pop of turquoise in this inspiration photo, via BHG If you've been a reader of The Inspired Room for long, you know all about my affair. ........................{awkward … ** Read more **

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Welcome to 31 Days: Inspired for the Holidays

September 27, 2011
31 Days Inspired Holidays

A series for Fall and Christmas Ideas! Welcome to 31 Days!! This is where it all begins! This is day 1! Here is how to find the Inspired Holidays Series! And here is a general link to Christmas decorating ideas in case you are looking specifically … ** Read more **

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31 Days of Autumn Bliss {Day 22}:
The Heart of the Home

October 22, 2010

Autumn is that wonderful season where we can fill our pantries for the winter, bake yummy things for our family without guilt, and spend cozy evenings together around the table. Family traditions involving the kitchen are probably some of the most … ** Read more **

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31 Days of Autumn Bliss {Day 20}:
Get Cozy with Knits!

October 20, 2010

Pottery Barn Greetings friends of The Inspired Room! It's me, Kate a.k.a Centsational Girl! I'm tickled pink to be here today, guesting for one of my favorite bloggers on the planet! Ms. Melissa is off speaking at Relevant this week, so I get to … ** Read more **

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31 Days of Autumn Bliss {Day 4}:
Bringing Cozy Back

October 3, 2010

House Beautiful House Beautiful Remodeling Center House Beautiful House Beautiful Coziness Action Step: Bring the furniture in a little closer. When everything is spread out too far, it will never feel cozy. What makes a … ** Read more **

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31 Days of Autumn Bliss {Day 1}:
Entering the Season of Autumn

September 30, 2010

Martha Stewart Come in! Welcome! I have to admit something to you all. I completely stressed out trying to figure out what my FIRST 31 Days of Autumn Bliss post should be. What can one say to properly invite you all into the most wonderful … ** Read more **

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