Fall is truly the dreamiest season of all. Maybe that’s because it brings changing leaves, crisp morning air, and magical decor. There’s just something special about this time of year. I’ve lived in Chicago for most of my life and have always looked forward to fall. As soon as September hits, I like to bring out my pumpkin candles and fairy lights. This year in particular, I keep thinking about what I should add to my own fall bucket list challenge!
Alejandro and I really want to go on a couple of road trips. Aside from traveling, I’m planning on baking more often during the next few months. I’ve kept a few recipes in my journal and look forward to making autumn themed sweet treats. Also, we are even thinking of throwing a Halloween party at our place! 🎃
Technically, fall isn’t until September 23rd. However, I couldn’t wait to make a fall bucket list challenge on the blog. (Y’all know I’m way too extra!) Last March, I wrote a 30 Days of Self Care Challenge and thought it would be super exciting to make a fall version! Since I’m posting my self care bucket list early, anyone who wants to do the challenge can print it out before fall! 💛
It’s time to get cozy and revamp your self care routine with this festive fall bucket list challenge! 🍂
Fall Self Care Bucket List Challenge
Day 1: Bake yummy pumpkin bread.
Get festive and make this classic sweet treat! You’ll warm up your kitchen with the comforting scent of pumpkin and spicy cinnamon. There’s something so magical about baking on a brisk autumn day! It’s one of my favorite things to do every fall after work. Last week, I found this Pumpkin Bread recipe on Pinterest and it looks delicious. Can’t wait to try out Jenn’s creation!
Day 2: Have a Disney Halloween movie marathon.
Who doesn’t love a feel-good DCOM marathon in October? Every year as a kid, I used to watch Halloweentown more than I’d like to admit before October 31st! 🎃 Do y’all remember when that Jesse McCartney music video would always come on during the commercials? Oh, the memories! Halloweentown aside, Disney has so many other fantastic Halloween flicks!
Just to name a few:
Twins (Alexandra and Camryn) reunite on their 21st birthday. The sisters soon find out that they have magical powers and have to work together in order to save their kingdom.
Three witches from 17th century Salem return to town in 1993 on Halloween night. What can possibly go wrong? This movie will truly put a spell on you. Pun intended.
After a fatal car accident, Barbara and Adam Maitland are trapped in their old countryside home. The couple attempts to scare away new homeowner Matilda and her daughter, Lydia. Along the way, they attract a mischievous spirit named Beetlejuice!
As Coraline explores her new home, she discovers a secret door…opening an alternate world that is equally dazzling and terrifying.
Day 3: Complete a 30 day fall photo challenge on Instagram.
Insta challenges are awesome! They get you in the fall spirit and it’s a nice way to change up your feed too! This year, I really want to do a fall photo challenge I saw on Pinterest. It looks super cute and creative. If you want to start a photo challenge too, don’t feel pressured to do it completely in order or perfectly. Also, remember to just have fun! 💛
Day 4: Decorate your place for fall!
Give your home a fall makeover! You can find really adorable decor at Marshalls, Target, Etsy, and Amazon. One of my fall must-haves is a scented candle. I usually shop at B&BW for candles, but I recently bought a Yankee Spiced Pumpkin candle on Amazon. The scent is amazing and fills our entire living room. I’m also loving their throw pillow covers and wreaths!
Day 5: Throw a costume party & dress up like your favorite character!
Throw a get together with your friends at your place! You can make DIY costumes, watch movies, and order pizza! 🍕
Day 6: Drink a cup of apple cider.
Another fall bucket list go-to! You can even make apple cider with your crock pot. I’m obsessed with this simple Crock Pot Pumpkin Apple Cider recipe from The Crumby Kitchen!
Day 7: Do some DIY arts & craft projects, like a wreath or pumpkin carving!
One of the funnest parts of fall is working on DIY projects! When I was a kid, I always looked forward to doing arts & crafts projects with my mom. She is a teacher, so had a new DIY project every year from school. I’m already thinking about all of the DIY projects I can work on this year!
If you’re looking for some cool DIY projects to start, I recommend checking out Pinterest. There are so many great ideas on the site!
- DIY Falling Leaves Garland
- Pumpkin Mason Jars
- How to Make DIY Flannel Fabric Coasters
- FREE Pumpkin Carving Stencils
Day 8: Listen to a fall themed playlist.
Sit by the fireplace and listen to some of these fall themed tunes! 🍁
Day 9: Make a backyard campfire and eat s’mores.
On a chilly evening, grab some throw blankets and sit around a campfire with your friends. You can make s’mores, chat, and stargaze! The perfect autumn Friday night! 🌟
Day 10: Do a random act of kindness.
One of the best ways to practice self care is to show kindness to others! This fall, do something nice for someone else. You can make someone’s day even in the smallest of ways. Make dinner for your neighbor, take your grandma out for the day, make a donation, volunteer at a local charity, etc. Think of different ways you can help the people around you! 💗
Day 11: Create a orange & red eyeshadow look.
Play with makeup and create a rustic eyeshadow look! Right now, I’m mostly using the Urban Decay Born To Run Palette. It has a variety of woodsy and smokey colors. My favorites are the different shades of browns, oranges, and greens. The palette is versatile enough to use throughout the year, but it’s especially fitting for fall!
I always love creating a bucket list with my kids with every new season, and I’m so glad I found your post. We’re getting our tile cleaning done next week and I’m hoping we can kick off our autumn bucket list then!
Ummm I freaking love this! So many good ideas, and honestly, you had me with that flawless list of Disney Halloween movies lol.
Just wanted to let you know I linked to this in my post “5 of the Best Fall Self Care Posts from Around the Web” which you can find here: https://switchyourstory.com/2019/10/08/5-of-the-best-fall-self-care-posts/.
Hope that’s okay. Have a happy fall!
Hi, Kilynn!! 💛 Your comment made my day — thank you so much for your feedback!! Also, thanks for sharing my post with your readers. 😊 I checked out your blog post & I’m so happy to hear that you thought the challenge was fun! 💗It inspires me to make more posts like this one!
Omg, Disney movies are the best during fall time hehe!! They’re just super nostalgic & festive! 🍁🍂
Hope you have a fantastic week & an awesome fall! Thanks so much again for reading my post & your kind words! x
Great printable idea!
Thank you so much!! 💛 So glad you liked the post & printable!! x
You made me so excited about fall!! 😍 I was still sad about summer ending but now I can’t wait to do at least one of these activites! Probably the first “fall related thing” I’ll do is have some spicy latte or hot chocolate!
Aww, I’m so happy that you liked the post and you’re excited about fall now, Caroline!! That’s awesome and makes my day!! 💛
When summer ends, it can be kind of sad — I felt that way a lot last year!! But then you start to get excited for fall decorations, candles, Halloween, and all that stuff!! Fall is really such a fun season too hehe!! 🎃🍁Oooh, a hot chocolate sounds amazing!!! Haven’t had one in a while! x
Exactly!!!🍁
Love this! Fall is awesome! These are all really good ideas, sharing in Pinterest and my Facebook page and printing.
Thank you so much, Kristina!!! I’m so happy you enjoyed the post! 💗Thanks for your support & I hope you like the challenge!! Have an awesome rest of your day! x
ahh this is such a great post idea! Love this challenge, you included so many great fall activities xx
Thank you, Valentina!! 💛I’m so glad you liked the challenge! Fall is definitely awesome, there’s just so much to do this time of year!! x
Hey Nunzia very relaxing post. I love the autumn colors and pumpkin cake lol
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Hey Ma aww thank you!! 💗Fall is just the best, you’re so lucky your birthday is in October lol!!
Love you too!! x
It’s spring here in New Zealand and I love the idea of looking up a photo challenge! Used to be obsessed with Hocus Pocus, haven’t watched it in such a long time!
Aww, Chanelle! I bet the weather is so beautiful there right now! 💗Spring is such a gorgeous season too. You should definitely look for a spring photo challenge! I saw a few of those on Pinterest while I was looking for fall ones!!
Hocus Pocus is such a cute and fun movie! Alejandro and I wanna buy a physical copy this year instead of streaming it cause we love that movie! It’s such a Halloween classic lol x
It’s been a mixed bag so far, there’s been some nice days and some cold days. I will check Pinterest for photo challenges.
I used to love Hocus Pocus so much I would watch it when it wasn’t Halloween lol!
I love this post! Even though it still feels very summery where I live, I can’t wait for cosy autumn days with a nice book, a warm blanket, fairy lights and scented candles 😍
Thank you so much, Juliette!! 💛We’re getting the same weather in Chicago! Today was in the 80s, hot and humid — definitely not remotely close to fall weather lol!! 😂But omg same, I’m way too excited for the scented candles & all the cute fall themed decorations! It’s just so cozy! x