17 Spooktacular Decor DIYs for Halloween

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Putting together this roundup of spooktacular Halloween DIYs gave us chills! From creepy crawly spiders to blood-splattered vases, there are tons of ways to haunt your house for the holiday. Try these decor ideas we dug up from around the…Web.

Spider Piñata

The crepe paper fringe on this guy makes for a super hairy, super scary spider. Make sure you don't have any arachnophobes attending your party! (via Oh Happy Day)

Fanged Pumpkins

This is an oldie, but we still love the mini Dracula pumpkins. We might try the added touch of painting his fangs red. (via Martha Stewart)

Cross-Stitch Canvases

If cross-stitch isn't your thing because the tiny stitches takes forever to finish, try this jumbo version. We love the spider and skull. Add a pumpkin on orange for a spooky triptych. (via Decor Hacks)

Yarn Spider Web

What a clever idea to have a tangled spider web strung up in a frame? We're all caught up in this easy DIY. (via Dana Made It)

Tin Can Luminaries

The best thing about these luminaries, as opposed to jack-o'-lanterns, is that you can use them again year after year. (via Jolly Mom)

Blood-Splattered Vases

You'll be sure to creep out your guests with these vases that look like they're from a fresh crime scene. Don't worry — no vases were harmed during the making of this DIY. (via Elle Decor)

Knitted Candy Corn

If you're a knitter, this is is the perfect Halloween DIY. Don't they look sweet enough to eat? Can we get one in beanie form, please? (via The Purl Bee)

Paranormal Portraits

These spooky portraits are easily made with photo copied photos and string lights. Bonus points if you put the lights on a remote control to light up when guests are nearby. (via Country Living)

Mini Pumpkin Wreath

Mini pumpkins are surprisingly easy to attach to a wire wreath form. You can go monochromatic or mix it up with white and orange. (via Armelle Blog)

Glowing Ghosts

These ghoulish balloons are just the thing to light the way down the halls in your haunted house. Just stick an LED inside. Hang them in the windows to give passers-by a chill! (via Martha Stewart)

Magnetic Spiders

Turn plastic spider rings into a swarm that's straight out of Harry Potter's Forbidden Forest. (via Delia Creates)

Glowing Masks

Pick up a few extra masks at the costume store and turn them into eerie, glowing faces on your wall. Bonus points if you add paper mache hands reaching out from the wall as well! Spook-town! (via Craftster)

Spider Web Spin Art

Remember marble spin art from when you were a kid? Make these chic graphic spider webs by using a salad spinner. Genius! (via Armelle Blog)

Full Moon Bat Lamp

Using a paper lantern to make this “full moon" is super easy. All you need to do is cut out a few paper bats and glue them on. (via A Bit of Sunshine)

Skeleton Wreath

You might earn the nickname of Bone Collector with this wreath, but it'll look great hanging on your front door. (via Ready Set Craft)

Halloween Doormat

They say to never let a black cat walk in front of your path, but we're hoping it's okay to walk over one. (via April's Craft Nest)

Googly Eye Votives

With these spooky candle holders there's someone or something watching you everywhere you go. Cue evil witch laughter. (via Real Simple)

What are your spookiest DIY decor ideas? Share with us @BritandCo!

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The pumpkin creep is undoubtedly creepin’ in, and with PSL season and cooler temperatures in full swing, I definitely feel the severe urge to deck out my home in cute fall decor. Anthropologie has some of their best seasonal decor products (Ghosty glasses! Mushroom mugs! Crow candleholders!) up right now, which gives me the ultimate excuse to tumble fully into autumnal bliss – and spend money in an unhinged way like I forgot what money was in the first place – anyone feel me?

Anthro isn’t just embracing the colored leaves + burnt orange + plain pumpkins falltime we love, but they’re also teasing their cutest Halloween decorpieces. Here are the picks that are pressuring me into yet anotherlittle treat purchase. And trust me, you’ll want them just as bad.

Cute Anthropologie Fall Decor

Autumn Bud Vase

Whether you're harvesting plant propagations or displaying a bouquet of store-bought flowers, this gourd-geous (see what I did there?) vase will make a nice fall statement in your home.

Pumpkin-Shaped Mug

Personally *loving* this pumpkin-shaped mug for all the hot matcha lattes I'll be making while I'm cozying up on the couch this fall.

Small Pumpkin & Sweet Vanilla Glass Gourd Candle

For me, fall is *all* about the pumpkin scents. Grace your shelves with this sweet one that carries the scents of the season! When it's done, use it for secret Halloween candy storage – I won't tell!

Pumpkin Table Runner

Having pumpkin motifs literally everywhere at home can become a bit cliche. Luckily, this table runner includes precious multicolored illustrations of gourds and squash to mix things up!

Nathalie Lete Dessert Plate

This dessert plate is too cute to even put anything on, IMO. Unless chocolate chip cookies are involved... then you've certainly changed my mind.

Harlowe Pillow

Extravagant and decorative, this fall-colored throw pillow will fully fall-ify your living room *or* bedspread.

Nature Studies Mug

Fall is the best season for all things cottagecore, and this mug makes the mark.

Hudson 5'x7' Frame

The organic wood textures that surround this picture frame usher in more warmth for cozy season. Frame fond memories or family photos in this pick that can sit on a dresser or hang on your gallery wall!

Lilac Calle Candle Holder

The warm light that candles emit is a tell-tale sign of a cozy fall interior. Mix things up from your traditional candle by decorating with candlesticks!


Mystic Pressed Bead Pitcher

When your pitcher has cute baby pumpkins on it, you're guaranteed to love it that much more. Batched cocktails, anyone?

Spirit Dish Towel

Detailed in spooky designs like candles, mushrooms, and crows, this darling dish towel is a total fall kitchen staple.

Nathalie Lete Pumpkin Serving Bowl

This serving bowl is the best vessel for presenting your baked-with-love Halloween snacks!

Rosalie Large Lamp Shade

The illustrations on this warming lamp shade will emit varying hues of light, drawing visual interest to your fall decor.

Cheena Glass Pumpkin Decorative Object

Because you can never overdo it on pumpkins when it comes to fall decor.

Oh My Gourd Doormat

Welcome your Halloween guests with this adorable doormat.

Spooky Season Decor From Anthropologie

Serpentine Towel Bar

You *know* Halloween decor is a whole different game. Start your countdown now with these serpentine bathroom accessories and get ready to totally spook your guests.

Francesca Kaye Halloween Candelabra

Nothing says spooky more than a candelabra. A black crow perches on top of this ceramic one that will make its way to the center of your Halloween snack spread.

Frog Table Lamp

Fill your space with critters and creatures for a funky take on spooky season. This frog is adorably creepy.

Mystic Small Serving Bowl

Though the kids on your block love Halloween for the candy, you'll embrace the holiday because you have cute fall decor like this bowl on-hand.

Francesca Kaye Halloween Magic Mug

This mystic kitty mug will house your pumpkin spice lattes and boozy hot chocolates with the true spirit of Halloween. Keep it displayed on the counter for added ~vibes.~

Crow Candle Holder

Grab a handful of candlesticks and set your spaces aglow with the spooky spirit. This menacing crow creature can perch anywhere, from the fireplace to the dining table.

Spooky Halloween Critter

More silly than spooky, this dinky little guy stands for the holiday, no matter where you put him.

Iron Webbed Round Tray

Reminiscent of a spider's web, this black decorative tray can be used for serving Halloween desserts or displaying a spooky centerpiece.

Francesca Kaye Halloween Magic Candy Bowl

This quirky candy bowl will last you for many Halloweens to come! It's great for stashing your chocolate and other treats.

Happy Halloween Velvet Garland

Say it like you mean it – Happy Halloweeeeen! This spirited garland is perfect for parties!

Extra Small Capri Blue Volcano Matte Jar Candle

Capri Blue's Volcano scent is iconic no matter the season, but when it comes in a matte black candle jar, it seems perfectly fit for fall.

Lauren McIntosh Old Fashioned Glass

Made with magic for Halloween cocktails, this celestial glass will round out the scary season with ease.

Spiderweb Cheese Board

Liven up the Halloween get-together by assembling a masterful charcuterie spread on this spider-y board.

What makes you the *most* excited for fall? Let us know in the comments!

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I can give you two reasons why Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard's marriage sits high on my admiration list — Veronica Mars and Punk'd. I was in barely in middle school when these two stars graced my TV screen on their respective shows, but they've always stood out to me. Discovering they were dating just seemed to make sense in the grand scheme of good romantic pairings and — as we can see — it turns out Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard think so too.

From their first meet-cute that wasn't actually that cute to the ways they've loved each other through dark times, Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard almost make being in love look easy. Here's a breakdown of some of the most important moments of their relationship timeline.

Kristen Bell And Dax Shepard's Relationship Timeline:

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2007: Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard Meet + Begin Dating

The couple haven't been shy about revealing their first time meeting was exactly love at first sight. Kristen Bell admitted during an Instagram Q&A in 2018 that they actually met at a party for producer Shauna Robertson. E! News recalled that the actress said, "2 weeks later I saw him at a hockey game and he asked for the gum in my mouth." Knowing Dax's personality, that actually checks out.

She also revealed his unconventional pickup line. "Truly, his first text to me was: ‘Hi. My name is Dax. I violated your privacy and got your number from Shauna. How do you feel about that,'' she remembered.

Though they did start dating, Kristen regularly trolls Dax about the time they briefly broke up. She told Popsugar, "He sat me down and said, 'I can't have this right now. I think you're wonderful, but I am still dating other people.' And then I, like, liquefied and fell to the ground, but I felt incredibly respected that he had the balls to tell me we weren't in the same place."

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2009: Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard Work As Co-Stars During Filming Of When in Rome

Who can forget the hilarious rom-com movie When in Rome? Kristen starred as the 'unlucky in love' main character Beth who finds herself being pursued by a handful of romantic prospects after she picks up coins from a fountain that's supposed to grant love those who dare to take from it. Dax played the role of Gale, a model who was very into himself, and it was funny watching them interact on-screen.

According to People, the couple got engaged shortly after filming ended.

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August 2012: Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard Work Together Again On Set Of Hit & Run

Written by Dax Shepard, Hit & Run revolved around a former getaway driver's attempt to flee his past while making sure his girlfriend makes it to her job interview on time. The couple reprised their romantic relationship onscreen and continued to prove that they work really well together.

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November 2012: Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard Announce They're Expecting Baby No. 1

A source relayed the news to People in 2012 by sharing the following statement, "They’re so excited — they’re both ecstatic. They can’t wait to become parents." They also shared that Kristen had been dealing with a bit of morning sickness, but she started doing better as time passed.

March 28, 2013: Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard's First Daughter Arrives

Several months later, Kristen gave birth birth to her and Dax's first daughter, Lincoln Bell Shepard.

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June 2013: Kristen Bell Pops The Question To Dax Shepard

In 2013, People shared that Kristen proposed to Dax Shepard after The Supreme Court overturned California's Prop 8 that was meant to ban same-sex marriage.

October 2013: Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard Tie The Knot

The couple celebrated their union by exchanging vows at a courthouse. Kristen previously told People they didn't want a grand celebration and they managed to keep their word.

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June 2014: Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard Prepare For Baby No. 2's Arrival

The couple happily announced they were growing their family in 2014 via their rep's statement to People. "I can confirm that Kristen and Dax are expecting their second child and a sibling for Lincoln," the rep shared. They also touched on how much their family was looking forward to the arrival of a new bundle of joy.

December 2014: The Couple's Second Daughter Is Born

Finally, the couple welcomed their second daughter, Delta Bell Shepard, before Christmas in 2014.

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2017: Dax Shepard And Kristen Bell Star in CHiPS

A couple who works together, stays together — at least that seems to apply Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard. They starred together again in the movie CHiPS, but Kristen starred as Dax's ex-wife this time.

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September 1, 2018: Kristen Bell And Dax Shepard Celebrate His Sobriety Journey

Dax Shepard has never been ashamed to talk about his sobriety journey and shared a personal moment with that made him question everything He appeared on Blake Griffin's podcast, The Pursuit of Healthiness to talk about his struggles in 2021. "What I would do is I would get sober for movies. I cared more about movies — it was the only thing I was more addicted to was being in movies — and so I would get sober for movies and then in between movies it was getting more and more dangerous," he recalled.

It wasn't until he caught a glimpse of himself in a mirror during a trip to Hawaii that he realized something was wrong. He remembered thinking, "I have every single thing I've ever wanted, and I'm at my lowest point emotionally and something has got to be very broken about that. If I have everything I said was going to make me feel good and I feel terrible, I've got to look at some other thing."

To celebrate her husband's commitment to remaining sober, Kristen wrote a heartfelt message on Instagram to encourage him to keep going. "I'm so proud that you have never been ashamed of your story, but instead shared it widely, with the hope it might inspire someone else to become the best version of themselves...I love you more than I ever thought I could love anyone, and I want you to know, I see you. I see how hard you work," a portion of the lengthy message reads.

Addiction in any form is never easy to navigate so we admire how much Kristen's been supportive of Dax.

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February 2019: Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard Launch A Baby Brand

Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard decided to launch Hello Bello— a brand with everything from diapers to sun and bug protection — for several reasons. "I want something that's going to fill my soul. I want access to be able to give a lot of stuff away just as gifts, as a way of saying thank you for existing in this hard time called parenting," she told People in 2021.

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September 2023: Kristen Bell And Dax Share The Secret To Their Happy Marriage

It's no doubt that Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard have experienced a lot throughout their marriage, but they've managed to stay the course. Kristen actually shared some amazing advice for other couples during a conversation with Entertainment Tonight that we're thinking about applying to our own relationships. "Common goals, seek them out," she stressed.

The other thing she feels is crucial to making a relationship work is truly seeing and valuing your partner as a person. "Understanding that your partner used to be a little person is the best thing you can do. Sometimes if we're ever on the verge of a fight, one of us will say — it's usually Dax — 'I feel like 8-year-old Dax right now.' And I'm able to see him like I see my kids, which is in a very different way and go, 'Oh yeah, you're a little person that had trauma and triggers and it's not about me,'" she added.

That's powerful because it can be hard to remember that it's not just about you in a relationship. We don't think people intentionally mean to be selfish, but it can be happen and the key is to acknowledge it instead of doubling down on a particular stance that may not be helpful in the heat of an argument.

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It may be August, but in our minds, fall is here in full swing. There's just something about grabbing a PSL and cozying up at home that warms our hearts – even if the temperatures are falling. Another thing that amps up the fall vibes is filling our homes with Crate & Barrel fall decor. They have stellar decor picks year-round, but are supremely prepared for the season with dishware, sofa accessories, candle holders and more! From rich, warm color palettes to expertly crafted pieces that celebrate the beauty of falltime nature, this collection is a testament to the art of capturing fall's essence. Check it out below!

Crate & Barrel Fall Decor

CB2 Coco Smoked Amber Glass Tealight Candle Holder ($12)

This warm-hued candle holder is the perfect addition to your desk or bedside table. Just pop a tealight in, and the fall vibes are on.

Ocher Faux Mohair Throw Pillow Cover ($40)

This mustard-y orange shade is fall's perfect partner. Dress up your sofa with the comfort of the pillow cover!

Venezia Olive Green Glass Tape Candle Holder Set ($52)

These funky candle holders come in white, green, and an amber color so you can customize your seasonal space.

Villa White Grid Ceramic Vase ($90)

We're obsessed with the gritty texture on this ceramic vase, sure to add some visual interest to your fall tablescape.

CB2 Uri Matte Black Cement Taper Candle Holder ($50)

The matte black detail on this candle holder recalls the feels of Halloween, which is quickly approaching!

Dyon Large Amber Glass Vase ($90)

All you need is some pampas grass to amp up this adorably shaped vase for autumn.

Ginger Beige Faux Fur Throw Blanket ($120)

Scary movies are made worlds better when you've got a thick blanket to protect you. This one, made from faux fur, will cover you in comfort.

Cirro White Ceramic Centerpiece Bowl ($90)

Organic shapes are a *must* for crafting a cozy space. Opt for this chunky bowl for an eye-catching centerpiece!

Atwell Stackable Highball Glass ($7 / each)

These colorful glasses infuse your kitchen with playfulness, but still recall fall palettes.

Zain Brass Table Lamp with USB Port ($249)

Warm light sources are an immediate sign of coziness. This lamp supplies all the luminescence you need, plus it has a conveniently-placed USB port for charging your devices.

CB2 Hyacinth Black Dinnerware 4-Piece Set ($46)

Welcome Halloween season with this devilishly dark dinnerware set.

Crate & Barrel Halloween Decor

Bats Double Old-Fashioned Glass ($13)

These spirited and spooky bats will make sipping a Halloween cocktail so fun, you just might scare yourself.

Hand-Forged Black Metal Taper Candle Holder Centerpiece by Jake Arnold ($80)

This candle holder has that jovial vibe that Halloween can bring. Use it as a unique centerpiece when October 31 rolls around, playing with different colored candlesticks. ​

Spiderweb Halloween Salad Plate ($8)

You're going to want to serve *all* the sweet treats on this spiderwebbed plate.

Small Black Halloween Haunted House Small Sculpture ($20)

Craft your own Halloweentown at home using some of Crate & Barrel's haunted house sculptures. These small ones call for tealights to illuminate their eerie silhouette.

2" Ceramic LED Ghost ($10)

This little ghostie guy is your work day's ultimate companion. How could you be stressed with this cutie by your side?

Large Cauldron Serving Bowl ($35)

Wether you're serving a fun Halloween popcorn mix or spiked, spooky punch, this cauldron will make you the most popular witch at the function.

Halloween Organic Cotton Dish Towels ($20)

Hang up this monochromatic dish towel set to infuse your kitchen space with spooky.

Cirro White Ceramic Centerpiece Bowl 16" ($90)

Coffee tables deserve a cute centerpiece that accent their design. Whether you choose a round coffee table with a natural wood finish or a *gasp* glass version, this ceramic bowl is the perfect addition to your living room.

Apotheke White Vetiver Reed Diffuser ($58)

To play up the accent ceramic bowl, place this beautiful reed diffuser by it. It'll give your space 'cozy meets quiet luxury' vibes.

Natural Pod Scented Potpourri ($20)

If you're not sure how you feel about reed diffusers, go the traditional route by placing scented potpourri in your ceramic bowl.

Large Corn Husk Pumpkin ($25)

Adding a large corn husk pumpkin to your kitchen table or even your console table just feels appropriate for fall.

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Once summer rolls around, strawberries take center stage, which means strawberry desserts are the highlight of the season. From classics like strawberry shortcake to innovative creations like strawberry s’mores, these 32 strawberry desserts push the boundaries of that fruity, juicy flavor we all know and love. Get ready to indulge!

Strawberry Freakshakes

Think of this recipe as your traditional strawberry milkshake, but leveled-up beyond compare. The "freak" label for these decadent shakes is entirely accurate, as they get loaded with sugar, ice cream, donuts, whipped cream, and of course, rainbow sprinkles. (via Brit + Co)

Strawberry Donuts

These strawberry donuts earn a healthy (or well, healthier) edge by using whole wheat flour, coconut oil, and Greek yogurt. Don't worry though – they're still as sweet as ever, and they'll be super tasty alongside some coffee for a nice morning treat! (via Brit + Co)

Strawberry Tart

This tart looks impressive, but it's not all that hard to execute. Get your hands on just 5 ingredients – store-bought pastry dough and custard help expedite the process – and you'll be well on your way to strawberry, dessert-y goodness. (via Brit + Co)

Strawberry Chia Oatmeal Cookies

Turns out, you can eat cookies for breakfast! These strawberry-filled lil' bites serve as a quick power-up with fruit, oats, and chia seeds. You can even pack a few in your lunchbox for a healthy mid-day snack sesh. (via Brit + Co)

Boozy Chocolate-Covered Strawberries

These skewered strawberry desserts would make a fun Friday night activity to share with your boo! Simply soak some fresh berries in pink champagne overnight, then assemble them onto skewers before dipping them right into a dark chocolate bath and garnishing with more chocolate and crushed pistachios! (via Brit + Co)

Strawberry Lemon Cookies

Strawberries and lemons are a match made in flavor heaven, and these easy cookies (they only take 20 minutes) deliver a strawberry lemonade-type taste. Summer, here we come! (via The Edgy Veg)

Chocolate Strawberry Cake

We are salivating for this chocolatey cake! The cakey layers are quite simple to make, then you'll use fresh strawberries for the mid-layer and as a beautiful garnish. Don't you dare forget to add that creamy chocolate ganache! (via Give Recipes)

Strawberry Shortcake

Strawberry shortcake is an absolute classic! This recipe makes a few simple swaps (like whole wheat flour instead of regular, and maple syrup instead of white sugar) to make each and every bite a tad bit lighter than your traditional take. (via Whole and Heavenly Oven)

Dark Chocolate Strawberry S'mores

You haven't lived until you've tried putting fresh strawberries on your s'mores. Just look at that gooey goodness! (via Feel Good Foodie)

Peanut Butter Cake with Strawberry Frosting

Once you learn how to make this sweet strawberry frosting, you'll wanna put it on everything you make, from cupcakes to cookies. And yes, even this nutty peanut butter cake! Pile it on real high. (via Pink Owl Kitchen)

Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Bars

The crunchy coating on these strawberry shortcake-inspired ice cream bars is exactly why you need to make them this summer. It's comprised of brown Rice Krispie pieces and freeze-dried strawberries to add some variety in texture, and wow, is it delicious! (via Half Baked Harvest)

Strawberry Rhubarb Pie

Rhubarb makes an excellent partner to strawberries. Case in point: this no-frills, uber-fresh pie with an impressive lattice crust! (via Completely Delicious)

Strawberry Cocoa

This sip is like if you combined a strawberry shake and hot chocolate into one. It's so dreamy! (via Two Peas & Their Pod)

Chocolate Strawberry Hi-Hat Cupcakes

That cross-section, though! These rich chocolate cupcakes are piled high with strawberry Swiss meringue buttercream icing. Once they're iced, they're dipped in even more chocolate to form a satisfying outer shell. (via Butternut Bakery)

Strawberry Fudge with Marshmallow Fluff

These strawberry fudge bites are just perfect for a little Valentine's Day dessert. This recipe surely doesn't shy away from sugar! (via Where Is My Spoon?)

Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Matcha Madeleines

Matcha, chocolate, and strawberries?! We are totally swooning over these tiny strawberry desserts. While the madeleine cookies are soft and airy, the dark chocolate layer on the outside provides a nice crunch, contrasting the textures and flavors in each bite. (via The Original Dish)

Strawberry Cake Mix Brownies

Strawberry cake mix makes these strawberry desserts so much quicker, but they don't skimp on flavor at all. If you want to take things up a notch, try adding some fresh strawberries on top! (via Kathryn's Kitchen)

Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats

These Rice Krispie treats would make our child selves go crazy. You'll only need four ingredients to make 'em: freeze-dried strawberries, cereal, marshmallows, and butter, so they're a good dessert to make if you don't have a lot of ingredients on-hand and don't feel up to baking! (via The Endless Meal)

Chocolate Strawberry Mock-tini

This non-alcoholic, dairy free martini is decadence at its finest. You'll create your very own chocolate coconut simple syrup before concocting a mix of cashew milk, strawberries, and swirls of melted chocolate. (via Chef Bai)

Chocolate Fudge Brownies with Strawberry Jam

We all need more brownie recipes in our life, right? These rich bars are instantly elevated by a homemade strawberry jam that you'll likely have leftovers of to put on toasts, sandwiches, and more strawberry desserts! (via Two Spoons)

Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed French Toast

Although this recipe's a bit more breakfast-y, it still qualifies as dessert in our minds because it's loaded to the brim with a super-sweet cream cheese filling and sweetened strawberries worthy of the dessert table. Plus, there's plenty of syrup to go around! (via Live Eat Learn)

Homemade Strawberry Pop Tarts

These strawberry desserts are snack-worthy in the morning, afternoon, and as a late night snack, of course! If you thought store-bought Pop Tarts were good, just wait 'til you make them for yourself with fresh strawberries. (via Crowded Kitchen)

Strawberry Cheesecake Vatrushka Buns

The strawberry cheesecake filling stuffed into these airy buns is to die for! Prep a batch for a fun cafe-themed party, or keep the half-dozen all to yourself for morningtime bliss. (via Vikalinka)

Strawberry Banana Bread

Banana bread is a total lifesaver when it comes to using those overripe bananas sitting out on your counter, and it gets even better once strawberries enter the mix! This recipe is moist, sweet, and perfect as a little treat. (via Averie Cooks)

Vegan Strawberry Cupcakes

Looking for vegan strawberry desserts? Your search is over with these vegan strawberry cupcakes covered in vegan whipped cream. Add some more fresh berries for full effect! (via Earthly Provisions)

Strawberry Scones

Dare to make your local coffee shop jealous with these homemade scones using strawberries. Once you're done baking them, you'll cover each one with a delicious strawberry cream cheese frosting for maximum flavor. (via Most Hungry)

Strawberry Rhubarb Galette

Sweet galette recipes are our weakness. They're so sweet and shareable, plus this one in particular is a good way to start using all your farmer's market produce! (via Amanda Wilens)

2-Ingredient Strawberry Banana Ice Cream

Simply blend some frozen strawberries and bananas together, and you've got a sweet treat that can fulfill your cravings for creamy ice cream! For even more dessert vibes, top this recipe with sprinkles, Oreos, or chocolate syrup, Or all three. We'd do it, too. (via Rachel Mansfield)

Strawberry Chocolate Mint Smoothies

The addition of mint leaves takes this sweet sipper to a whole new level. (via A Spicy Perspective)

Strawberry Jelly No-Bake Cheesecake

Have you ever seen a cheesecake so beautiful?! Plus, this one requires zero baking, making it the perfect pick for hot summers. (via Takes Two Eggs)

Strawberry Macarons

If you're up to the challenge, making macarons yourself can be so rewarding. Each of these little sweet sandwiches is filled with strawberry jam and a cheesecake-inspired icing. (via Barley & Sage)

Vegan Fruity Pebble Cheesecake

Colorful, fruity, and sweet? Say no more. This Fruity Pebbles cheesecake just earned the top spot on our "to-bake" list!(via No Eggs or Ham)

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There are a number of TV shows in the running for best teen drama. I'm ready to press play on The Summer I Turned Pretty, One Tree Hill, and The Vampire Diaries at any given moment, but there is nothing like watching Friday Night Lights season 1. It might not be as glamorous as Gossip Girl, but that's exactly why it resonates so deeply when you watch it — FNL both highlights and honors viewers' real-world experiences because the characters are SO relatable. Instead of leaving you envious of a fictional life, Friday Night Lights welcomes you into a community you feel like you already know.


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Everyone in the fictional town of Dillon, Texas lives and breathes football, and Friday Night Lights season 1 opens just before the first game of the season. Right off the bat, we're introduced to characters that both evoke emotion and spark our curiosity, and we're told exactly where they are in their lives: new head coach Eric Taylor is struggling to win the town's confidence. Fullback Tim Riggins struggles both with motivation and against confident running back Smash Williams. All-American quarterback Jason Street has dreams of playing in the NFL while timid Matt Saracen takes care of his grandmother during the afternoon and serves as second-string quarterback at night.

Not to mention the fact that when I watched Friday Night Lights for the first time, I was pleasantly surprised by how compelling and multi-dimensional the women are. Tami Taylor has the perfect blend of motherly love and the kind of Southern sass that puts you in your place. Minka Kelly's Lyla Garrity is one of my favorite TV characters of all time because she might be wealthy and popular, but she evades "The Curse of the Brunette" that seems to plague early 2000s leading ladies. Instead of turning into a manipulative mean girl like the high school versions of Blair Waldorf and Brooke Davis, Lyla is just kind. Does she still make insanely bad decisions (like kissing her boyfriend's best friend)? Yes, but aren't bad decisions a right of passage when you're 17?

The show's initial plots and character arcs revolve heavily around football, but the sport really just serves as a funnel for all the off-field drama. The tension between the characters makes their gameplay even more passionate — and when Street gets seriously injured during that first game of the season, the town rallies together in a way that highlights how strong a community can bond in the face of tragedy.

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Life in middle-class America can be tough, but it can also be really, really sweet. While I'm neither from Texas nor have attended the kind of football school Dillon High is, the contrast between the characters' responsibilities and the fun that comes with parties and joining your friends at the local burger joint resonates with me every time I rewatch.

Even the fact the show is named Friday Night Lights emphasizes that contrast because it shows just how much of a spotlight is on these kids, and how much weight is on their shoulders when they're truly just trying to survive their teenage years.

Rather than providing an escape from viewers' realities like Outer Banks does, Friday Night Lights season 1 emphasizes the realities of juggling multiple jobs, school, and family responsibility that a lot of viewers experience too. It allows you to understand the characters in a really personal way — and feel like you're a part of the community too. The world can seem so big and scary (now more than ever), which is why the simplicity of Friday Night Lights totally redefines comfort TV.

What's your standout moment from Friday Night Lights season 1? Check out why Gilmore Girls Season 7 Wasn't Supposed To Be The Final Chapter for even more TV show musings!

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