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October 10, 2011

Corn Husk Garland, a Giveaway and an Anniversary x 2!

Confused by that title? Well stay with us!!
We promise it will all be clear by the time you get through this post!
First things first.
You didn’t think I could possibly be done coming up with ways to use corn husks in my Fall decor now did you? I’m pretty sure the produce guy gave me the stink eye when he saw me coming. It didn’t help that I took the last 2 bags of corn husks but, what’s a girl to do when she has another corn husky idea?
I give you my version of a Corn Husk Garland!
Now, please don’t judge my slightly unorthodox crafting skills.
I am part of the “winging it” breed of crafters!
I tried many different ways to get those corn husks (you’ll need 2 bags) attached to a piece of twine and some of them weren’t pretty…believe me!
But in the end, I found that good old fashioned staples did the trick.

I simply began layering them on top of each other and stapling them to the twine as I went.
As I added a corn husk, I positioned it to cover the staple in the previous one and so on and so forth until I ended up with this winding its way around my dining room.

To add texture I picked up a bunch of wheat from a local garden center.

I gathered them into smaller bunches and crossed one over the other forming an ‘L’ shape and then bound them together with twine.
It added just the right touch of natural texture to my Fall front porch!
And, here’s a peek at some more!
A simple wooden box with a square of linen tucked down in holds an assortment of autumnal treasures.
A lantern filled with sparkly pumpkins and a string of
battery operated lights gives off the perfect subtle glow at night.

I dressed up my outdoor pillows with some leftover orange whispy twine and a felt leaf.

Wrapped up like a present, the leaf almost becomes like a gift tag!

Thanks for letting me share my Fall Front Porch with you today!
And now….about that Giveaway!
Are you following the Picket Fence on Facebook?
Well, if not, now is the time to do it!
In honor of reaching over 1,000 Facebook Friends, we wanted to say a special thank you to those of you who helped make that a one-of-a-kind community. And, for still liking us even though we have been known to discuss everything from potty-training failures to DIY nightmares!
So, we are offering you a chance to win a
$30 Pottery Barn Gift Card!
Head on over to our Facebook page (located in our sidebar) to find out all of the details on how to win!
Let’s see…there was one more thing wasn’t there?
Ahhh…yes…something about an Anniversary x 2.
Did anyone notice the new Profile pictures in our Sidebar?
Well, you see, we sisters here at the Fence have a lot in common.
We both drive Honda Pilots.
We absolutely must talk with our hands.
We sound exactly alike on the phone…and in person for that matter.
And, we share the same
Wedding Anniversary Date!
Yep, we just have to share everything.
(Acutally, we just thought it would help our hubbies remember the date by having it on 10/10)
Heather and her Bama Boy were married 19 years ago today
and
Vanessa and her Yankee were married 13 years ago today

Happy, happy Anniversary to our wonderful husbands!
We love you for so many reasons, including your willingness to put up with the endless phone calls, texting, and face-timing that goes on between our 2 homes.
Don’t think we don’t notice you shaking your heads as you hear us howling with laughter from the other room! But, despite our craziness, you encourage our sister bond and we are grateful to you for it.
You are the loves of our lives…
well…not both of you to both of us….just Bama Boy to Heather and Yankee Boy to Vanessa…ummm…errrr…you know what we mean!
Happy Anniversary(s) Boys!

Love the girls at the fence,

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  1. Richella says

    October 10, 2011 at 1:39 PM

    Your porch looks beautiful, Vanessa! And it’s so cool that you and Heather have the same anniversary. 10/10 is a great date, isn’t? I’m guessing that both 19 years ago and 13 years ago October 10 was on a Saturday. Good thing you got married six years apart! 🙂

    I’m obviously a follower of y’all’s, but I’m not sure if I’ve ever “liked” you on Facebook–off to check that out right now! 🙂

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  2. Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says

    October 10, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    Happy Anniversary, ladies! Time sure flies when you’re having fun, doesn’t it?

    Reply
  3. Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says

    October 10, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    Love the husks garland and happy anniversary to you both!!

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  4. Lakeshore Cottage Living says

    October 10, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    Happy Anniversary to both of you!! Your wedding pictures are so beautiful…they look like something from a cover of a Harlequin Romance book!

    I love your front door Vanessa. I knew you would come up with something else that had to do with corn husks. They really are fun to work with and your garland is wonderful. I am going to have to try that too. LOVE the idea of putting the lights inside the lantern…I have been wanting to add something to the outside of the house like that for Halloween.

    It is rainy here (finally) and I am so glad to stay inside today and catch up on blogging! It is so fun to visit!!

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  5. Judy says

    October 10, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    Heather -I was married in the same year as you…only three weeks earlier. Love the front porch. Happy anniversary to all four of you!

    Reply
  6. Marsha says

    October 10, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    Happy Anniversary!
    Love your fall porch. Great ideas-the garland, pillow and lantern are wonderful. I really like your wreath, too.

    Reply
  7. Susan (My Place to Yours) says

    October 10, 2011 at 2:28 PM

    Autumnal touches … you’re just not running out of them are you, Vanessa? Looks like you’re having fun!

    Happy Anniversary to both of you and your two guys! 10/10 is an easy date for me to remember; it’s the day my firstborn arrived – 29 years ago today. Happy celebrating to all!

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  8. Gina says

    October 10, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    I love your corn husk garland & I especially love the wheat corners. They add the perfect finishing touch.

    My hubby & I are celebrating our anniversary today too! Like Heather, it’s 19 years for us as well.
    Happy Anniversary to you both!

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  9. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says

    October 10, 2011 at 3:08 PM

    Happy Anniversary Girls!! Vanessa your front porch looks fantastic and I love the corn husk garland you made! Have a great week, Martina

    Reply
  10. Lisa @ Before Meets After says

    October 10, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    Happy Anniversary! That is too funny you share the same day 🙂

    Reply
  11. Coley says

    October 10, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    The garland is gorgeous. Happy Anniversary! Have a wonderful day 🙂

    Reply
  12. Kelly says

    October 10, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    Really love that corn husk garland. That looks like something you’d read about in BH&G magazine. The added wheat at the corners is the perfect touch too.

    Reply
  13. Debra @ Common Ground says

    October 10, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    Happy, happy Anniversary Gals! Love your fabulous wedding photos! Have a wonderful day you guys! xoxo

    Reply
  14. Honey at 2805 says

    October 10, 2011 at 4:40 PM

    Happy Anniversary to you guys and dolls!

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  15. Kristin says

    October 10, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    How sweet is that?
    You share a very special bond indeed!
    Happy wishes to you both!
    Love the pix!
    XO

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  16. Robin says

    October 10, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    Congrats and Happy Anniversary!

    Reply
  17. All About Vignettes says

    October 10, 2011 at 6:20 PM

    I love your porch. I’m definitely stealing the pumpkins in the lantern idea. Thanks.

    Kathy

    Reply
  18. Myric says

    October 10, 2011 at 7:06 PM

    Good Monday!

    You sisters remind me of my mother in law and her sisters. They are hilarious when they are together. All of them are very special women. I love love love them.
    I think the idea of having the same wedding date is soo cute!

    xoxo
    Myric

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  19. Sue says

    October 10, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    Vanessa, You crack me up! Happy Wedding Anniversary to ALL of you~ Sure do like your front porch and all of its trimmings. The door garland is precious. I try to get my corn husks from the farmers. I cut the stalks down with my trusty loppers and then take any corn left on the stalks up to the pigs! LOL

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  20. Michele Smith says

    October 10, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    How great is that! Happy Anniversary to all of y’all!
    Your garland is fabulous!!!

    Reply
  21. Val says

    October 10, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    You make Fall look so glorious!!! Happy Anniversary and cheers to a lifetime of happiness!

    Reply
  22. Debbiedoo's blogging and blabbing says

    October 10, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    Beautiful Garland, and Happy Anniversary to you sweet girls…gorgeous pictures!

    Reply
  23. Sheets on the line, love in my heart. says

    October 10, 2011 at 9:21 PM

    happy anniversary!! love the corn hush! what a great idea!! you are amazing!
    blessings,
    rebecca

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  24. debbie~refreshrestyle.com says

    October 10, 2011 at 11:37 PM

    I said it on FB, but Happy Anniversary to both of you sweet girls and your wonderful husbands! Your wedding pictures are great!
    And that front door looks great, the garland and all the fall touches are perfect!
    Debbie

    Reply
  25. Cindy says

    October 10, 2011 at 11:48 PM

    Happy Anniversary to both of you! I love your fall porch, it is so pretty! The swag is gorgeous and so creative. I have a screen door and so I cannot do something like that, unfortunately.
    Hugs, Cindy

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  26. The DIY Show Off says

    October 10, 2011 at 11:56 PM

    The garland is so creative and what a welcoming entry way!

    Happy Anniversary, girls!

    Reply
  27. Marianne says

    October 11, 2011 at 12:33 AM

    Happy Anniversary to both of you. How cute is that…you both have the same anniversary! You both made gorgeous brides, but I just love brides and wedding. I cry no matter who is getting married…enough with the mushy stuff.

    That front door of yours is pretty amazing…what a great use for corn husks. Oh, and I stole your pillow wrapped in twine idea, hope you don’t mind. Didn’t want to buy new pillows for the autumn porch so I just tied mine up!

    You guys are just so much fun!

    Marianne 🙂

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  28. Debbie says

    October 11, 2011 at 1:13 AM

    Beeee-yooo-tee-ful Brides! Both of you! I think it’s so wonderful that you have the same anniversary. I like the 10/10 date, too.

    I love your corn husk garland. Since you got me all husk addicted, I keep thinking of ways to use them too.

    Stink eye… lol

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  29. Kathryn Ferguson Griffin says

    October 11, 2011 at 2:12 AM

    Love all the fall decor! And, Happy Anniversary to both of you! Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

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  30. Cindy says

    October 10, 2011 at 10:13 PM

    Beautiful garland 🙂 and HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO BOTH OF YOU!!! Beautiful pictures!
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  31. Becca says

    October 11, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    Happy Anniversary !! What beautiful brides you were (and still are) !! And, Vanessa (a/k/a “Corn Husk Queen), I’m totally lovin’ your fabulous Fall front porch. The garland is genious … you make it look so easy and the wheat was a great addition to it in the corners. And, of course, I love the pumpkins in the lantern. Oh, and, for a second, your watermark looked liked you had added a vinyl “At the Picket Fence” across your front door! LOL … go look … actually looks kinda cool. xoxo

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  32. Linda Jordan says

    October 11, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    Happy Anniversaries! 10/10 is a great date, hehe [it’s my birthday, lol]. Also, your front door looks amazing!

    Linda
    https://lasteve1.blogspot.com

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  33. Youaretalkingtoomuch.com says

    October 11, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    Happy Day AFTER your anniversary! Thank you for sharing this at the “Meet Me Monday” linky party! Love your garland and I cannot wait to see if I can think of anything crafty to do with corn husk! You are no longer the non-crafty kind of girl. You do know that right? Great job! Love, Me http://www.youaretalkingtoomuch.com

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  34. Karen says

    October 11, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    Happy Anniversary to you both! Kinda late on the wish ~ Vanessa the corn husks are getting even more popular. Great look!

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  35. Leslie says

    October 11, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    Oh, Vanessa, I DID notice the new pics in the sidebar first thing!
    19 years! 13 years! Congratulations!
    It’s hard to forget each other’s anniversary, isn’t it?
    I drive a Honda CR-V, talk with my hands, and sound like myself, so can I be the little sister?
    I found corn stalks at the local nursery here, and decorated outside with those. I’ll be sharing that as soon as the rain stops…
    I love the natural look of the corn husks!
    Pretty pretty!
    TGIF!
    Thank God It’s Fall!
    ~Leslie

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  36. Courtney ~ French Country Cottage says

    October 11, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    Love the garland Vanessa and Happy Anniversary girls!! How fun that you got married on the same day!!! I love that! You two really have a special friendship as well as being sisters. Love it. I keep trying to talk my sister into blogging with me… maybe one of these days 🙂

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  37. Sherry @ No Minimalist Here says

    October 12, 2011 at 12:50 AM

    Hi Vanessa, Your Fall decor is wonderful and I love the idea of the corn husk. Happy anniversary to both of you ladies and the men that won your heart. Thanks for linking to my party.
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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  38. Babs says

    October 12, 2011 at 1:40 AM

    Very creative corn husk garland idea, and I LOVE it! I really like the addition of wheat at the corners. Cute idea with the lantern, too.

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  39. Lina - Fancy Frugal Life says

    October 12, 2011 at 1:48 AM

    Just wanted to say Happy Anniversary ladies and this porch is fantastic! I love the corn husks :)Thanks for all your beautiful comments on my blog 🙂
    Always,
    Lina
    Fancy Frugal Life

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  40. once in a blue moon says

    October 12, 2011 at 1:55 AM

    your decorations are darling, love how you pet them together~

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  41. Kim@todayismysome-day says

    October 12, 2011 at 3:36 AM

    Love that you used the corn husks as a garland. And hey staples or whatever works, I say!

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  42. The French Hutch says

    October 12, 2011 at 11:59 PM

    Wow, so much to celebrate here with you. I love the corn husk garland, creative idea. Love your fall decorations, the flowers, and the pillow with the leaf, love it. Congratulations to you both. My son, a bama boy celebrates his anniversary today with his FL bride. I couldn’t have gotten a sweeter DIL. Love y’alls wedding pics………Happy Fall

    ~Emily
    The French Hutch

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  43. Brandi says

    October 13, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    Happy Anniversary ladies! You both are gorgeous! I just made a corn husk wreath and have lots of husks leftover, so your garland idea is perfect!!!

    Reply
  44. Honey at 2805 says

    October 14, 2011 at 5:47 AM

    Stopping back by to say I appreciate you linking to Potpourri Friday and help to make the party a success!

    Reply
  45. The Tablescaper says

    October 16, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    Congrats to both of you, or rather all 4 of you. While I like the husk garland, I’m really liking what you did to the pillow. Why don’t you come and link your post to Seasonal Sundays?

    – The Tablescaper

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“Ah, Lovely October, as you usher in the season “Ah, Lovely October, as you usher in the season that awakens my soul, your awesome beauty compels my spirit to soar like a leaf caught in an autumn breeze and my heart to sing like a heavenly choir.” Peggy Toney Horton.

Happy October dear friends! 🍂
On Monday my heart just felt so heavy. Yes, the po On Monday my heart just felt so heavy. Yes, the pouring rain outside contributed to my feelings. But the primary cause was this overwhelming flood of thoughts about how much in our world and in our culture is going off the rails. I’d planned to make pumpkin bread that day but I was tempted to just curl up in a ball on my bed, pull the covers over my head and pretend that this would actually solve something. I didn’t give into that temptation though. Instead, I got out my favorite pumpkin bread recipe and found that, as I worked and prayed and hummed worship songs, my spirit began to settle. When the world feels very loud, the demands of family and home can actually help to quiet our souls. As each family member walked through the door later in the day, they commented on how wonderful the house smelled. It’s better than any fall candle in my opinion! And I knew that the extra loaf that I get from the recipe would be a welcome treat for my widower neighbor. So, if your heart is feeling a bit unsettled this week too, maybe this recipe will come in handy!

Pumpkin Bread:

Ingredients:
1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
4 eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
2/3 cup water
3 cups white sugar
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour three 7×3 inch loaf pans.
In a large bowl, mix together pumpkin puree, eggs, oil, water and sugar until well blended. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and ginger. Stir the dry ingredients into the pumpkin mixture until just blended. Pour into the prepared pans.
Bake for about 50 minutes in the preheated oven. Loaves are done when toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. 🍂
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#fallcenterpiece #falldecor #centerpiece #fiveminutedecorating
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Is this something you do in your life too? What wisdom would you offer to a mom of young children?

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Ingredients:

6 slices of day old bread (french, sourdough or even brioche works great)
2 cups of heavy cream
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 tablespoon bourbon (optional)
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
For the apples:
3 peeled and chopped apples of a tart variety
1 cup brown sugar
3 tablespoons flour (or corn starch)

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350
Cut bread into cubes and place in a greased 8 1/2 x 11 baking dish
Whisk together in a bowl the eggs, cream, vanilla, rum, cinnamon and nutmeg and then pour it over the bread cubes. In a separate bowl, mix together the apples, brown sugar and flour/corn starch. Pour the apple mixture on top of the bread mixture making sure to spread the apples evenly across every part of the bread mixture.
Bake for 45 minutes. 
Enjoy!

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As summer slips into fall, I can’t help but thin As summer slips into fall, I can’t help but think about how grateful I am for the reminders all around me of God’s Sovereignty over everything including the seasons. It can be challenging in our world today to trust that there isn’t a single thing happening that surprises Him.

In a way, decorating my home to reflect the changing season serves as a tangible reminder of this trust. Even something as simple as seeing a pumpkin on my mantel or a basket of mums on the coffee table fill me with peace because they represent the things that remain constant and true.

“The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God will stand forever.” Isaiah 40:8

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Yes, I want to have a home that I enjoy. Yes, I love pretty things. But something really amazing happened when I finally released it all. When I decided to not give into the pressure and panic I would feel when I would scroll through my Instagram feed. When I just laid it all down and said…enough. There was this incredible irony in it. Because, the less time I took to decorate my home for each season, the more I found myself loving the results. I think that all along I had just been getting in my own way. It’s really taken a lot of time and prayer for me to finally be at a place where even though I still struggle with insecurities and I still have doubts from time to time, I’m becoming increasingly more confident in who God created me to be. And, just like my home, I’m finding that as I relax into myself, letting go of the comparisons and the pressure, the more I can actually lean into the calling He has placed on my life. 🍂

Leave a comment if you can relate! 

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Labor Day weekend might mean that we’re turning Labor Day weekend might mean that we’re turning the corner and getting closer to fall but I’m not quite ready to let summer go. So I’ll just be over here continuing to whip up some super simple summer meals for my family that frankly can be enjoyed in any season. These shrimp rolls I made the other night were definitely a hit and would be great for any of your upcoming holiday weekend gatherings!

Shrimp Rolls 🍤

Ingredients
1-2 lbs of shrimp that is peeled, deveined and tail off (If using frozen make sure it’s thawed completely)
1/3 cup mayonnaise 
1/2 of a lemon
2 Tbsps chopped scallions
1 Tbsp chopped dill
1 Tbsp chopped Italian parsley
1 Tsp of Old Bay seasoning (more if you like!)
pinch of sea salt and pinch of black pepper
Hoagie Rolls
Softened butter

Directions: Gently pat the shrimp with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture. Roughly chop the shrimp and place in a bowl. Add mayonnaise, squeeze half of lemon and stir to combine before adding in the scallions, dill and parsley. Stir to combine and then add the additional seasonings. Spread butter on hoagie rolls and toast in the oven until lightly browned. Pile on the shrimp mixture and enjoy! 

#shrimproll #foodie #weeknightdinner #easydinner #seafoodlover
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