I made one of these last year, but I treated it as kind of an experiment, so I never actually got around to sharing how I did it.

Borrow a few extra Crock Pots and spend the day relaxing instead of over a hot stove!It’s amazing the number of things that you can make in a slow cooker once you start trying things out!

You can make snacks to have on hand for when friends stop by unexpectedly, delicious desserts to feed a crowd, or even a whole Christmas dinner if you have access to enough Crock Pots!.Get the Recipes:.Slow Cooker Recipes for Thanksgiving and Christmas.

MORE IDEAS LIKE THIS.The Best Homemade Pumpkin Spice Recipe.

Top Ten Favorite Dollar Store Fall Decor FindsWashable rugs that can actually be tossed right in the washing machine have taken the home decor world by storm over the last few years.

Here are some of the very best available right now..during the warmer months.

What better time of year to enjoy their rustic charm than when all the autumn colors come out?.I love how this galvanized watering can reminds me of the fall harvest season and another bright-orange pumpkin is always welcome in my autumn decor..

Basic Ceramic Pitcher.I’ve found that you don’t usually see plain white pitchers at the dollar store, which are the ones that I find most useful for fall or thanksgiving decor, but you can often find them in simple, classic shapes with some kind of a design on them.