Above: a snapshot from our recent trip to York, England. I’ll post a travel diary soon!

Election Day is tomorrow! If you have any questions about voting, visit Vote.org.

This updated Billy bookcase is my favorite IKEA hack to date.

I enjoyed this interview with John Oliver.

Madewell’s popular flat now comes in a beautiful forest green hue.

Last month’s notable purchases can only be described as an overindulgence in barn jackets.

East Fork’s new glaze, “In the Pines,” is perfect for the upcoming holiday season.

Martha Stewart has scathing comments about her new documentary. (I just love her sass!)

I’m planning to make these garlic bread biscuits for our upcoming Friendsgiving celebration.

How to extend the life of your sweaters.

Now through mid-December, I plan to include a weekly gift pick in this weekly roundup. This week’s gift pick: custom embroidered cocktail napkins. How fabulous would these be for your mixologist friend?!

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Above: I finally saw the Northern lights for the first time!

Declassified army photos from the ’70s and ’80s that look like they could be plucked from high fashion today. (Just scroll down to the section with the hats and ear coverings!)

There’s still time to order Halloween decorations.

Loving the tile work in this home.

An ode to Wisconsin’s favorite cocktail.

United is expanding its international routes to cities that are typically more difficult to travel to.

My most recent purchases. (I’ve been living in that grey sweater!)

Plus, a roundup of covetable finds.

I saw these tin star ornaments on the Schoolhouse site last week, and I’m pretty sure they’re sourced from this Canadian factory. They’re cheaper on the Pietersma Tinworks site, even after shipping fees. You can also find the tin icicle ornaments that Schoolhouse also carries. They’re wonderful for filling in gaps on the Christmas tree and reflecting light.

Thanksgiving will be here before we know it. If you’re cooking a turkey, here are 12 recipes to consider.

Investigating Italian Renaissance paintings to rediscover long-forgotten fruit.

A list of perennials you should cut back in the fall.

Enjoy your week!

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We just got back from a weeklong trip to London and the medieval city of York. We’ve visited London in the past, which freed up time to explore more than just the top ten tourist attractions — although it was our first time seeing Elizabeth Tower and Big Ben without scaffolding! Travel diaries coming soon!

I’m loving the new Schoolhouse x Clare V. collaboration, especially this catchall tray. See some of the pieces styled in Clare Vivier’s home here.

A psychologist shares insight into why we’re so fascinated with glimpses into others’ homes.

Four ways to salvage a bad day.

Learn more about Claude Monet’s obsession with water lilies.

A roundup of sculptural gold and silver jewelry for autumn.

This is my favorite recipe for pumpkin bread. I’ve always skipped adding the pumpkin seeds on top, though.

I’ll be ordering this red and white offset striped pillow for holiday decorating.

36 Hours in Edinburgh.

History of the bra.

The shift dress that J.Crew released in linen this summer is back for fall in a beautiful satin fabric.

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Last week’s already short work week was made even shorter with an overnight stay in Milwaukee for a concert — and I took my new duffle bag on its maiden journey.

If you’re in London before Sept. 26, check out Matilda Goad’s pop-up hardware store.

A sheet-pan meal inspired by patatas bravas. I cooked the potatoes for 10 minutes on their own before adding the chicken.

Can Zac Posen breathe new life into Old Navy and Gap?

I’m late to the game on this, but I’ve been loving Slow Horses on Apple TV.

Seven ways to remove stains from marble.

This Sezane sweater in grey looks like the perfect piece to wear all fall and winter.

Curated airport trays are the new flat lay.

The color combinations in this house tour are amazing.

I just ordered these inexpensive chunky hoops in silver.

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While I’m a little sad that summer is coming to its unofficial end, I’m looking forward to fewer social obligations on my agenda. For months, we’ve had plans nearly every week night and weekend making it difficult to make time for hobbies like pottery, gardening, and the blog. But it really was a lovely summer as evidenced by the snapshots above: from summer nights playing bocce to participating in my first wood kiln to evenings on the Capitol lawn for the orchestra’s annual summer concert series to making zucchini bars. For now, though, I’m looking forward to getting back in a routine — starting with the weekly roundup of notable links:

Here’s the recipe I used to make zucchini bars. I put more cream cheese in the frosting and adjusted to taste.

The definitive guide to Chicago restaurants featured on The Bear.

A home tour with a slide installed next to the stairs — it’s a child’s dream!

The latest social media trend? “Underconsumption Core.”

…and if you want to try giving the underconsumption trend a whirl, here are tips for shopping less from people who love to shop.

If you need a clear purse for this fall’s sporting events, this is one of the better-looking options. I bought it in white.

The best coffee shops in London.

Sharing my favorite purchases of last month.

This product allows you to turn your candle holders into bud vases.

Seriously considering these Mary Jane flats in the “spiced camel” velvet.

Some travel inspiration if you’re looking to book an autumn trip abroad.

I’m tempted to order this retro-inspired lamp with the birch base, especially since it’s on sale with an extra 20% off.

Rumor has it that there might be a Ted Lasso season four.

Happy Labor Day!

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