With the leaves changing colours and the nights drawing in Autumn is finally approaching, after what feels like an extremely long and weird year. Autumn has been my favourite season for as long as I can remember and there’s something about Autumn this year which makes me feel like I have to make the very most of single moment.
So I thought for my first post back blogging since 2017 (whoops) I’d start off nice and easy and do a post on my bucket list for this season. So here we go:
Go Pumpkin picking – I’ve wanted to do this for years but have never got around to it. This however year I’m finally going to tick it off my list and collect pumpkins for my Halloween party I’m hoping to have.
Bake cinnamon biscuits– This isn’t just exclusive to my Autumn wish list. I would probably have this on my daily wish list if I could. I love cinnamon. The house always smells amazing afterwards.
Throw an old school Halloween party – I’m talking the Halloween parties we had as children with apple bobbing, the doughnut game and singing the chorus to monster by Automatic (who remembers that song?). Halloween is on a Saturday this year and I intend on making the most of it (if I can).
Try a Pumpkin Spiced Latte – I never really understood the hype for Pumpkin Spiced Latte and to be honest I’ve always felt like a bit of a fraud for being one of the only girls to have never tried a pumpkin spiced latte. Up until recently I wasn’t a fan of coffee so never wanted to try one until now.
Make an Autumn candle – Last year I had the most gorgeous gingerbread candle from As Above Soap Below which smelt basically like Autumn. This year I want to try my hand at making the perfect Autumn Candle.
Have a cosy movie night – The perfect night in with the rain falling outside, loads of fairy lights and hallmark movies on tap.
Watch the fireworks – There’s normally a big show by me with a bonfire and candle lit procession. But I think this year I may have to settle for fireworks in the back garden.
Go to a farmers market – Recently I’ve started getting interested in using fruit and vegetables in my cooking that are in season. Where better to get them from than independent local suppliers. Plus the market near me has the best cake stand.
Go on a staycation – Let’s be honest 2020 has not been a good year for travelling but with restrictions starting to lift it would be really nice to be able to getaway for a few days. I have a trip booked for the end of September that I am hoping to go on but who knows at this point.
Go Blackberry picking – I used to do this as child and I loved it but could never find a use for all of them. This year I want to collect Blackberries and make Blackberry infused gin.
There is so much to do this Autumn and I am excited to get started! Whats on your Autumn bucket list this year?
Until next time
Sian xx
Carrie says
This is an amazing list – I want to do so much of this stuff too. Especially Halloween partying!
Welcome back to the blog – I just came back too – slowly putting my blog back together after taking it down.
Loved your post.
Carrie xx
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sianrwalker says
Thank you Carrie 🙂 Welcome back to blogging!
Ariadne Kardaris says
Make an autumn candle? Cool idea!! I love the smell of everything Fall ♥️
sianrwalker says
Thank you! I thought it would be a fun idea that I don’t have to leave the house for.
Under flowery sky says
Oh I never thought of autumn bucket list but I love the idea of cinnamon
biscuits and places best to visit when the leaves are so colourful..
sianrwalker says
I’m glad you like it. I’m cinnamon obsessed especially during Autumn!
Olivia says
Firstly, welcome back to blogging! Secondly, what a lovely review! I really love the ideas you put into your list x
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sianrwalker says
Thank you! It’s good to be back.
Udeety says
Omg great ideas! A cozy movie night sounds perfect, I’m going to make sure to do it very soon!
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sianrwalker says
Thank you! Yes a cosy night in is one of my favourite things to do, fairy lights are an essential ingredient.
Reads and Ramblings says
I haven’t ever had a pumpkin spice latte either!!!! I am definitely going to try one this Autumn. I would also love to go pumpkin picking 🎃 and I definitely need to find a place to do it. Cosy movie nights are my favourite thing about autumn and I can’t wait for the autumn baking!!! Welcome back to blogging! Xxx
sianrwalker says
Yes hopefully you like it. I’m excited to go pumpkin picking, I found the patch through google. Thank you I’m glad to be back 🙂
Cherry Living says
These are amazing ideas! Autumn isn’t autumn without a pumpkin latte, indeed. I hope you make the most of your favourite season x
sianrwalker says
Thank you 💕 I’m excited to try one.
Lisa says
Welcome back! And what a lovely post to share too. Some gorgeous Autumn activities – my favourite is blackberry picking for jams and blackberry brandy, yum!
sianrwalker says
Thank you 😁 I’m happy to be back. Blackberry brandy sounds amazing!
Riana Ang-Canning says
I have also never tried a pumpkin spice latte! I’m just scared I won’t like it and I don’t want to spend $5+ on a whole drink and not enjoy it. But I do like pumpkin pie… will have to give it a try this year! And yes to fall baking for sure!
Richie says
Hi Sian (and welcome back to the world of blogging!).
Some of the ideas sound quite appealing but I’d certainly have to skip two of them:
1. Fireworks. The stress that these can cause to many animals (pets and wildlife alike) makes these a ‘no’ for me.
2. Hallmark movies! Hell no. 🙂 (Do you like the 24/7 Christmas movies in December too? 🙂 )
Penelope says
Great list. I haven’t tried pumpkin latte either. 😂
Lisa Marie Alioto says
This is a great list – Autumn is such a fun and festive time of the year, leading right into the holidays!
Nic | Nic's Adventures & Bakes says
Thanks for sharing, these are good ideas to enjoy the conming season, which is the time I need cheering up lots so these might help me 🙂
Nic | Nic’s Adventures & Bakes
Eddie says
What a great list. Autumn is my favourite time of year. Its on my list to do to is pumpkin picking with my girls 😊. Blackberry picking is something we do yearly. Got to love apple and blackberry crumbles with custard.
Jenny in Neverland says
I can’t wait for Autumn to really get underway this year! I’ve never been to a pumpkin patch before so I’m hoping to do that with a blogging buddy this year!
Della says
Lovely post! I love the season of autumn and all the activites it brings – especially firework night x
Claire says
I love this! I just adore Autumn. Although this hot spell we are having needs to disappear now please so I can get full on autumn vibes going!
Eliza Darlings says
I love this list, so many autumnal things to do! I’ve just written my own list for Autumn as well, it’s definitely the best thing to do! I love being able to tick it all off!
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Jaya Avendel says
Oo, I have never tried a pumpkin spice latte before either so that is one of the things our bucket lists share! I love going to farmer’s markets and cooking with fresh food as well as picking up handmade gifts and trinkets. 🙂
MagicandBliss says
Wow! Such a nice post. So many cool ideas. Thanks for sharing!
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Serena says
I’ve never tried pumpkin spice latte either, but I did try pumpkin spice hot chocolate last year and it was better than I expected so I’ll have to get pumpkin spice latte when I go to a coffee shop!
sianrwalker says
Ooh Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate?! That sounds amazing.
Naomi Pham says
Great list. It really inspired me to create one my own. Thanks for sharing.
sianrwalker says
Thank you 💕
Sophie says
This all sounds amazing! I haven’t really made any plans this year with everything being so up in the air but I love the idea of making my own autumnal candle. And I’m looking forward to some walks when the leaves start changing! x
Sophie
sianrwalker says
Thank you 💕 Yes a few of these I can hopefully adapt should we get locked down again. x
Charity says
I love this! I need to make a fall bucket list too. And you definitely need to try a pumpkin spice latte to see what you think! I know it’s not for everyone, but I LOVE them!
sianrwalker says
Thank you 💕 I’ve heard good things about them.
Cora @ Tea Party Princess says
Ooh some excellent ideas here! I can’t wait to walk through woods and kick up fallen leaves.
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sianrwalker says
Same here! Love the colours the leaves go 🍂