Pumpkins, friends, food. That’s the vibe.
Fall is supposed to feel cozy, not chaotic. If the holidays leave you broke, buried in junk, or just burned out, you’re not alone. This is your seasonal reset: budget-friendly DIY painted pumpkins that don’t look cheap, a low-stress Friendsgiving guide that’s about connection not perfection, and a simple plan for holiday spending that actually works. Celebrate smarter, skip the clutter, and finally enjoy the season without losing your sanity.
The Fall Edit
These aren’t impulse buys—they’re everyday tools that make life easier, tidier, calmer. Hennai earns a small commission when you shop with these links (at no extra cost to you)
Shop Small this Fall.
Shop Small this Fall.
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East Fork Essentials
Your Friendsgiving MVP.
Ready for dessert, dips, or snacks by the fire. The kind of pottery you’ll reach for all year long.
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Two Pages Linen Curtains
Set the scene for cozy season.
Sunlight, softened. Drafts, blocked. Affordable, custom curtains that make your home feel pulled together.
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Otherland Fall Scents
Light a match, cue the nostalgia.
From apple orchards to cashmere nights, these clean-burning candles turn your living room into a fall daydream.
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DIY Projects
Budget friendly upgrades, tool guides, and real world home hacks.
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Money Tips
Save smart, spend wisely. Simple money and home finance advice.
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Outdoors
Landscaping, planting, and outdoor DIY ideas for every season
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Get Organized
Decluttering as rebellion. Organization hacks and tips to stay sane.
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Shopping
Thoughtful finds, makers, local shops, and yes, the occasional big box.
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Real Talk
Honest takes on home, work, life and freedom from the grind culture.
Deliberate, Functional, Relaxed Living
It’s not a lifestyle, it’s your life, actually.
You’re not here to live like everyone else—you’re here to live as you. Forget the competition, ditch the trends, and stop worrying about what others think. Embrace your individuality and just do you.
Home Finance & Money Things
Product Reviews
Garden & Landscaping
Hennai DIY Projects
I’m Erica Hennes.
I like to consider myself a Midwestern Californian due to my deep sense of humor, sarcasm, and low tolerance for bullshit, but I still like living somewhere that has sun & water & isn’t flat.
I learned the art of DIY from my parents so I have never been afraid to take on something new. Full disclosure... it doesn’t always work as planned, but I guess I like doing things the hard way.
I am dedicated to featuring a mix of interests, how I approach house finances (I’m shockingly crazy here), DIY projects, sustainability, and most importantly featuring some really amazing small business owners.
If you are interested in working together or just want to say hi, please send me a DM here on Instagram. I like to avoid the formalities of email as long as possible.
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