FREE Fall chalkboard printables

I have some really awesome fall chalkboard printables to share with you today.

But first I have to tell you what I did on Sunday. I jumped out of an airplane. And by jumped, I mean I didn't scream no when I got to the door, and the man strapped to my back jumped. OH. MY. GOODNESS. HOLY. SMOKES. GOLLY. GEE. I have no more reader-appropriate interjections that I can share with you. I'm just saying, that was ONE OF THE COOLEST THINGS I'VE EVER DONE IN MY LIFE. Ok, I'm done with the caps now. Sorry. But seriously. So much fun!

Don't mind the terrified look on my face. I was loving every minute of it. Well, actually this was still when I was convinced I was going to die. But I didn't!

What did you all do this weekend? We really try to enjoy our time here in paradise -- spending our weekends hiking, adventuring and on the beach -- since we know it's limited, and this is something that's been on my husband's Hawaii bucket list. I was less than enthused about the idea of it, but I'm so glad we finally did it!

Now to the fun stuff! Even in this endless-summer state, I wanted to celebrate fall. October 2nd marked two years since we moved to paradise. The first two years living here I spent decorating the house for everyday use. Then I redecorated because I realized the first time I had no idea what our "style" was (Also, I learned to build furniture which meant I had to get rid of all the pressboard that we initially purchased.) I didn't have the extra time (or money) to spend on seasonal decorations. But this year, I'm decorating for the holidays! And I'm so excited!

So, my seasonal decorating begins with my namesake, AUTUMN. I actually strongly dislike Halloween (Blame my mother for that one. Although teaching 7th grade for 30 years would certainly make ANYONE hate a holiday that revolves around candy.) But I love, love, love FALL. Cool weather, apple cider, football, the most gorgeous colors on the trees, and everything pumpkin and apple. 

As I started decorating, I knew I wanted to create a fun chalkboard, but I'm not very good at actually drawing in chalk. So I decided to make a printable of a little saying I wrote, and then I got carried away and made a few more to share with you!

Keep reading for the free printable files!

DIY napkin holder

Hey guys! I have a super simple project to share with you today. It's probably the easiest project I've ever shared. The only difficult part is cutting out the notch to grab the napkins, but if you don't have a jigsaw or just don't want a notch, just skip it. It will be fine without one!

Materials:

- 23 inches of 1x3

- 5.5 inches of 1x6

Tools:

- Saw of some sort (you only have a few cuts to make, so you can definitely use a hand saw if you don't have a power saw)

- Jigsaw (if you're cutting the notch)

- Glue and Nail gun (or hammer and nails)

- Sander/sandpaper

*This napkin holder will fit small party napkins (5x5). You'll need to modify to fit larger napkins.

Cut list:

It works out well that the small size party napkins are about 5"x5". So cut your 1x6 at 5.5," leaving you with a square, since your 1x6 is actually 5.5". It also leaves you with a little room around the 5"x5" napkins.

Then cut 2 - 1x3s at 5.5," and 2 - 1x3s at 7."

Glue and nail one of your shorter 1x3s to your bottom (your 1x6).

Then glue and nail your other 5.5" 1x3 to your base piece too. You still with me? I know it's complicated stuff!

Garage update {part 3}

Today I'm sharing the final part of my garage update. I am so happy with my new workspace. It's happy and efficient, which is what I needed! If you missed the first two parts, find the first part, including my favorite large pieces here and find how I made a fancy workbench, chalkboard labels and a matching work apron here.

I finished up with a miter saw cart (yeah, it's fancy too!). I put wheels on the bottom of it as well. The wings are so helpful since I work alone so often. It's so nice not to have to use my foot to catch the board falling off the other side of my saw.

Here's the plan for it: of course, from the ah-mazing Ana White. Find them here, and make sure you check out some of the other brag posts. People do such great things! 

I love how it has a shelf on the bottom for a scrap bin and trash bin.

And no, I couldn't resist painting it turquoise chevron. I like pretty things, okay?!

I used these hinges, one set on each side, and 3" casters (with brakes!) from Lowe's. 

You might all remember when I made these sawhorses. I used them, and used them, and as you can see, used them. 

They got a little dirty. I had also found some unfinished sawhorses on the side of the road, so I decided to repaint all of the sawhorses to get a fresh start!

I know it won't last long, but don't they look so nice and clean?!

Hope you are all having a great week! I can't believe it's already WEDNESDAY! See you soon!

Garage update {Part 2}

Last week I shared the first part of my garage update. I have a few more pieces to share today, and even a few more for later this week! This project really took me forever...