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Farmhouse Chic Living

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Outside of a small farming community in central Illinois spreads a quilt of corn, beans, prairie, and gravel roads interconnecting farms and families. The seeds of Walnut Grove gave rise here shortly after the turn of the twentieth century. Early settlers built the farmhouse in this quilt of promise connecting to Walnut Grove Road. 

At that time the sixteen-acre Walnut Grove began its roots just south of the farmhouse. Accompanying the farmland the settlers planted walnut trees along the property line married to the road stretching more than half a mile.

In the 1950s the south end of Walnut Grove road was closed, creating what we refer to as a local attraction. You see, during the cold war, the Airmen of the local Air Force Base were often caught by our Grandfather “parking” with their gals… which lead to towing the airmen’s vehicles out of the mud with the tractor. Nowadays you might catch us giggling when we hear those popular country songs about getting mud on your tires.

Amid the walnut trees and encounters at the end of the road; Walnut Grove was a place of raising cattle, harvesting corn and beans, drying your laundry outdoors, bailing and hauling hay, making jams and jellies from the fruit trees, and canning the garden’s yield. 

While much time was spent doing chores we always made time for fun. We enjoyed building hay forts in the barn, fishing in the pond, dipping into Mom’s cookie dough, jumping in piles of straw from the hayloft, horseback riding in the snow, and just being kids.

It was also the place of many beginnings and hard truths. Walnut Grove is where we took our first steps and spoke our first words. Barefoot in the garden, we learned the reward of the fruits of labor with the tastes of the seasons.

Out in the fields, we learned to steer Dad’s pickup truck, while he dropped bales of hay for the cattle.  And across the pastures, we learned to ride and hang on tight with our beloved Appaloosa, Ginger Boy. During winter on the frozen pond, we learned to ice skate and appreciate a warm cup of Mom’s hot cocoa. 

No matter the adventure, chore, or life lesson; we were always together. Walnut Grove is where we learned the meaning of family.

It is with our cherished Walnut Grove I bring Farmhouse Chic Living to you. So, kick-off your shoes and settle in for a slice of farmhouse living – barefoot and beautiful.

I know many of us have holiday shopping on the min I know many of us have holiday shopping on the mind. If you've been dreaming about having a homemade Christmas, I can't think of a better year! ⁠
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Find lots of ideas for homemade gifts at Farmhouse Chic Living. Tap this photo in our bio to start with my family hot cocoa recipe. It's so good!⁠
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The brilliant show of fall leaves brings authentic The brilliant show of fall leaves brings authenticity to mind. This autumn why not choose authenticity? ⁠
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Authenticity is a collection of choices that we have made every day. It's about the choice to show up and be true. The choice to be honest and the choice to let our true sleeves be seen,⁠
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 - Brene Brown⁠
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#authentic #seasonalshift #slowliving #slowseasons #seasonspoetry #farmhousestyle #seekthesimplicity  #inspiredlife #livesimply #embracingaslowerlife #farmhousedecor #livewithgratitude #spreadkindness #mindfulnessmatters #myeverydaymagic  #farmhousechic
Decorating for fall is always something I look for Decorating for fall is always something I look forward to. Gourds and pumpkins handpicked from father’s garden, beeswax dipped preserved fall leaves or those my daughter and I have pressed in our flower presses, acorns and hedge balls we’ve foraged from our woodlands, and other natural elements always find their way into our farmhouse fall decor. ⁠
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But, most of all, I think it’s the aromas of autumn I enjoy most. Join me at Farmhouse Chic Living where I share my recipe for easy to make fall wax melts. ⁠
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Autumn is not complete without picking pumpkins. M Autumn is not complete without picking pumpkins. My sister grew pumpkins in her garden this year, but the squirrels got to them before they reached their full potential. Luckily my father came through with a small pumpkin patch of his own. ⁠
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Happy All Hallows Eve⁠
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Is there anything better than spending an autumn m Is there anything better than spending an autumn morning in the orchard, coming home with a basket of inspiration to make an apple tart, dumplings, muffins, or bread?⁠
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#farmhouseliving #farmhousestyle #slowliving #seasonalshift #seasonspoetry #hygee #whatsintheoven #farmhousechic #farmhousekitchen #bythehearth #honestmotherhood #humbleandkind #farmhouse #slowseasons #inspiredlife #livesimply #livewithgratitude #spreadkindness #mindfulnessmatters #slowwinter #apples
I love making candles just as much as I love decor I love making candles just as much as I love decorating with fall candles. If you opt for scented ones, you can get a full sensory autumn experience right in your own living room. ⁠
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Hints of cinnamon, warm vanilla sugar, sandalwood, pumpkin pie, or clove never disappoint! 🍂🥧⁠
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I shared some inspiring ideas and several DIY fall candles to get you started at Farmhouse Chic Living (tap this photo int the bio above) ⁠
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#farmhousestyle #farmhouseliving #dreamywhites #mutedcolors #mutedwinter #seasonspoetry #seasonalshift #slowliving #smmakelifebeautiful #whiteinterior #homedecor #homepolish #falldecor #candlemaker #candle #candlemaking #artisancandle #smallbatchcandles #handmade #organic #farmhouseinspo #handmadecandles #handcraftedcandle
It's the time of year when we start pulling out ou It's the time of year when we start pulling out our extra throw blankets and quilts for the beds to stay cozy during the cool morning and evening temperatures. ⁠
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For things that have been stored well during the summer months and don't need to be laundered, I like to apply a fabric refresher spray.⁠
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I enjoy making my own with a sprig of dried lavender from my herb garden. Tap this photo in the bio link above for the ingredients.⁠
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#farmhousestyle #farmhouseliving #dreamywhites #mutedcolors #seasonspoetry #seasonalshift #slowliving #smmakelifebeautiful #whiteinterior #homedecor #homepolish #handmade #organic #red #handmadegift #fortheloveoflavender #naturalliving #lavender #farmhouselinens
Harvesting the garden reminds us to edit our lives Harvesting the garden reminds us to edit our lives frequently, even ruthlessly at times. Each time bringing forth our best.⁠
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Like the garden's harvest, your life is your masterpiece after all. ⁠
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