Flashback Friday: 61 Affordable Ways to Embrace All Things Autumn

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With the leaves starting to turn, the kids back in school, and pumpkin spice lattes available for massive consumption, fall has officially arrived. And while it's easy to get caught up in the magic of maple-flavored candles, spiked cider, and all the other cozy essentials of the season, it can also be quite costly. Here's how to embrace the sweater weather on the cheap.

6 Ways Autumn Is Good for Your Mind and Body — First of all, let's celebrate the fact that many of us will be feeling better now that summer is over. Allergies aren't as intense, the heat is disappearing more each day, allowing us to enjoy outdoor activities again, and the food is so much tastier.

13 Seasonal Dishes for Your Next Fall Feast — Who's ready to feast? With hearty, stick-to-your-ribs dishes, and hot drinks, this is the time of year to indulge on all things edible. So kick off your first fall feast with these dishes.

11 Instant Pot Meals That Prove Autumn Is the Best Season — While cooking is the most fun this time of year, you still have the same amount of free time in the day, which isn't very much. Luckily, you can throw your autumn ingredients in your Instant Pot and end your day with a meal that'll soothe your soul.

The 18 Coolest Frugal Fall Adventures — Pack up the car and hit the road for a weekend fall camping trip. Or stay home, make your own applesauce, paint pumpkins, or light a bonfire. Fall is the best season to do anything and everything, and you don't have to spend all your hard-earned money, either.

9 Frugal Skills You Must Have to Survive Autumn — The problem with fall is that it leads to the holiday season, and the rest of winter. So in order to survive the shopping excursions and the harsh weather to come, do these things now before autumn ends so your money isn't gone before Santa's sleigh touches down.

4 Affordable Autumn Destinations for Nature Lovers — If you're looking to get away and take in the scenic foliage, these destinations are gorgeous, and affordable. You can breathe in the crisp cool air, bask in the bright reds and yellows of the leaves, and still go home with cash left in your wallet.