Autumn Home Spruce Up @PlowandHearth $500 Give Away

The weather in Michigan has taken a chilly turn, with temperatures much lower than typical and this Mom's thoughts are quickly turning to the cozy fireplace.  Although we still enjoy many outdoor activities in autumn, once the truly cold weather hits, I am more than happy to spend some time indoors curled up with the pooch and a new book with the fire crackling away.

Once the kids are back in school and our schedule gets so busy with all their events, from sports practices, scrimmages and games and other activities, autumn can sneak by me in a flash!  If I don't carve out some time to dress the house with fall decor, I'll find the opportunity has passed me by and we'll be in need of a Christmas tree rather than pumpkins.

Although the summer season is truly my favorite, fall runs at a close second.  With the cool, crisp air invigorating all our spirits and trips to the cider mill for fresh Michigan apples, not to mention the delightful taste of fresh baked doughnuts, as long as our schedule allows, everyone in the family is up for a fall adventure.

Warm, alluring scents of baked apple and cinnamon wafting about the house from the kitchen, from a family project of baking pies for a weekend treat.  Fall offers temptations and enchantments for all the senses. Of course, with so many mature trees in our yard, any special autumn projects need to be scheduled soon before our weekends are taken up with gathering up the fallen leaves; a project that typically commandeers more than one weekend.  Fortunately our Labrador enjoys romps through leaf piles nearly as much as an outing to the dog park!

Whether your autumn shopping entails new items to dress your home for autumn, a new look for your home's fireplace or a stylish new pair of boots to wear while kicking it up in the fallen fall leaves, Plow & Heath offers a wide range of whatever you might be seeking.  Quality products, name brands and affordable prices!

From now until October 31, 2012, shoppers can enter to win a $500 Plow & Hearth Shopping Spree, to equip themselves for all their fall home and holiday needs!  

Simply sign up for the Plow & Hearth newsletter to be entered.  I've been a subscriber to Plow & Hearth for well over a year and I love receiving updates about their latest collections and special exclusive offers!   The offers available to subscribers are simply amazing!  Most recently, I received a special offer that provided a free $100 gift certificate with any purchase of $100 or more!   Free shopping?  That is right up this Mom's alley!

That's What She Said readers are further invited to enter an exclusive Plow & Hearth Gift Card Giveaway that ends on September 30, 2012!  Two fantastic chances to win!

What are your family's favorite fall activities?
Do you dress your home in autumn with any special items?
Any favorite fall recipes?
Tell me in a comment below!  I'd love to hear your thoughts!

I received product from Plow & Hearth  for the purposes of exploring for creating this feature.   The opinions above are both honest and of my own experiences.  Images are sourced from Plow & Hearth's website.  Sponsor is responsible for supplying and shipping prize.  Facebook, Pinterest and Google+ are not involved in nor responsible for this giveaway in any fashion.