The Friday Edit

October 18, 2019October 17, 2019By JoannaPosted in the friday edit

Happy Friday! My energy levels are getting closer and closer to normal since I’m officially 4 weeks out from surgery… which means I’ve been doing some really fun fall photoshoots to share here on the blog. Personally, I think fall is the best season. I love all the hygge vibes, the cozy recipes, and layering clothing. Even though it’s been super-grey and rainy here in Seattle, I’m not mad at it (yet). The rain sets the perfect mood for reading a good book and sipping coffee. On that note, if you’re looking for something good to read, I’m currently enjoying American Royals by Katharine McGee.

Keep reading for my must-reads of the week & a recap of anything you might have missed here on the blog — plus don’t forget to sign up to find out FIRST when my social media class launches!

The Friday Edit: Must-Reads 10.18.19

Loving this list of 9 beauty uses for coconut oil.

I totally want to make this easy rattan lampshade!

How to make a temporary space feel like home.

Stuck on what to be for Halloween? This list helps you decide based on your Zodiac sign.

Would you buy Kurt Cobain’s house?

This celebration of early autumn is absolutely STUNNING.

I’ve been obsessing over cinnamon rolls & this recipe looks incredible.

This is basically the most beautiful cocktail ever.

How to make your own pumpkin pie spice mix!

Plus, here’s what happened on the blog recently:

Seattle Neighborhood Travel Guide: Fremont Edition

Fall Scented Candles to Cozy Up Your Home

Q&A: Wedding Venues, Planning, Photography & More

Small Space Squad Home Tour: The Gold Hive

My Recipe for a Cozy Date Night In

Rustic Sausage, Potato & Kale Soup Recipe

7 Ethical, Eco-Friendly, and Sustainable Shoe Brands

How to Make Stovetop Potpourri

The Best Flush Mount Lighting

Have a great weekend!

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#paid | Fun fact: when I was a baby, my feet were orange because I ate so many carrots 🧡🥕You’d think my eyesight would be better, HA. I still love carrots & teamed up with @tfalusa to share a recipe that celebrates root veggie season! I love how they have the Thermo-Spot that tells me when the pan is perfectly pre-heated and ready to be cooked in, which is perfect to cook the most yummy veggies. Be sure to head over & follow @tfalusa 🍳 recipe below!
1 cup medium or fine cornmeal
5 cups water
3 tablespoons butter
4-5 carrots (I like to use heirloom because they have such pretty colors!)
2-3 parsnips
Parmesan
Olive oil
Fresh thyme
Salt & pepper
Directions: Preheat oven to 350. Clean & peel carrots and parsnips, then cut into pinkie-sized pieces that are about ½ an inch thick. Toss veggies with a drizzle of olive oil, salt & pepper, and fresh thyme in the T-fal 5 QT Jumbo Cooker (I LOVE that the pan is oven-safe up to 350°F!). Roast for 30 minutes, tossing halfway through. Once finished, remove and place the veg on a cooling rack. Don’t clean out the pan! Place on high heat and bring the water to a boil. Slowly whisk in the cornmeal. Reduce heat to low and cook until it’s thick and tender, about 15 minutes. Be sure to stir often during this time. Remove from heat and stir in the butter. To serve, spoon the polenta into a bowl, top with roasted veggies, and add freshly grated pepper and parmesan. Enjoy!

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The prettiest DIY is on the blog today + swipe through to see what happens when someone who had lung surgery tries to photograph candles 🕯🤣🤦‍♀️
And on a personal note... For the past two years @homemadebanana has contributed some incredible DIYs to the blog... and these juniper berry candles are her last post! 😭 She’s moving on & doing a few new projects for herself, so as sad as I am to see her go, I am stoked to see what wonderful things she does next!
Get the full tutorial for these easy to make candles on Jojotastic.com or link in bio!
They are a good gift to keep on hand for any occasion or recipient. Set aside and afternoon to make a batch and then you’ll have thoughtful, handmade gifts at a moment’s notice! Plus, save a few for yourself to light when guests come over.

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Where did 2019 even go?! This question pops up in my mind every time I publish a gift guide or share anything else holiday-related. It causes me stress with how quickly time passes... anyone else? Lately, I’ve been very aware of how it can be hard to take time to slow down and and give thanks — especially with the fear of another collapsed lung weighing on me. And although this is typically a time of joy and celebration, sometimes the holidays are a littttttle more complicated than just pretty tablescapes and delicious food. With allll of that in mind, I have been thinking of alternative ways to give thanks this year. If you’re feeling anything remotely similar, I hope the blog post I published today helps you… and at the very least, I hope it inspires you to view Thanksgiving in a new light.
Read it all on Jojotastic.com or link in bio
📷 by @belathee

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📢 GIFT GUIDES ARE HERE! 📢 posting them so early is definitely a departure for me... usually I wait until after Thanksgiving, but this year I am just TOO AMPED! I’ve taken allll of your feedback into account & curated some truly epic lists. Yesterday, I shared my go-to gifts, aka my favorite things to give over and over again. Then today, it’s all about small space gift ideas! Get direct links to each one in my highlights & in stories 🎁
Also, stay tuned cuz even more gift guides are dropping this week, including:
▪️ sustainable gift ideas
▪️ gifts for men
▪️ cat lady gifts
▪️ plant lover gifts
▪️ self-care & wellness presents
AND MORE! Happy shopping 😘
📷 by @meghanklein

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