1. Decorate pumpkins. Decorating pumpkins is at the top of my October To-Do List right now. I'm determined to get myself into the fall spirit this season by decorating around the house. I have carved pumpkins in the past but after about a week and a half of weathering sun and rain, carved pumpkins tend to get nasty and wilt before you've really got to enjoy them. I got the idea to decorate the outside of the pumpkin from Pinterest - hopefully it will turn out as I am hoping. Fingers crossed.
2. Bake more. If I'm on Pinterest, I'm more than likely pinning one of two things - clothes or food (more than likely the latter), so I've come across a few desserts I'd love to try this month.
3. Pick up the paint brush again. Back a few months ago when I was still working with AmeriCorps, I had a lot of free time on my hands and starting painting again. Nothing calms me more than sitting down with a blank canvas and creating something. I'm working on a gallery wall now but I'm thinking about painting some things to give out as presents at Christmas. Nothing like a home made gift.
4. Learn how to french braid my own hair. I have and will always be envious of those who can do hair well. I have the most plain hair - neither curly or stick straight but just wavy enough for me to either have to straighten or attempt to curl if I want it to look nice. I would really love to learn how to french braid and be able to french braid my own hair, especially since it's getting so long.
5. New tennis shoes. I like the look of Nike Flyknit tennis shoes. I don't know how I'd like not wearing socks with my tennis shoes but I'd love to check them out.