Now that we've turned the page on Halloween festivities, it's time to get down to business with the important matters at hand. Thanksgiving is around the corner, 24 days away...but who's counting?

You're likely fed up with the word pumpkin after reading it mercilessly on every social platform. However, as someone who only recently incorporated pumpkin into her diet, I’m here to show you eight ways to get creative with the big orange gourd this autumn.

1. Pumpkin Pie Homemade Lip Balm & Edible Lip Scrub

Bet you'd thought I'd start out with some typical Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe (that's up next). However, fall is upon us, the temperature is dropping and leaves are starting to wither; protect your lips from chapping with this amazing homemade lip balm and edible pumpkin lip scrub. Read how to make it here.

2. DIY Pumpkin Spice Latte (better than Starbucks)

As a coffee aficionado, I'm all for getting my daily fix of caffeine and saving money in the process. Read how to make a delicious Pumpkin Spice Latte for two, here.

3. Pumpkin Pancakes with Spiced Maple Syrup

Bring a seasonal twist to your brunch with decadent pumpkin pancakes and get the best part: the recipe includes a spiced maple syrup you can drown them in. Read all about it here.

4. Pumpkin Bread

Nothing says fall quite like a slice of homemade pumpkin bread. Take this delectable treat and spread butter on a slice as you sip on your PSL. Find the recipe for it here.

5. Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

Kiss your Aunt Susan's infamous seasonal dessert goodbye, the real showstoppers are these pumpkin cheesecake bars. Find the recipe for them here.

6. Sausage-Pumpkin Corn Bread Stuffing

Finally, the year where you don't bring a store-bought dish to Thanksgiving dinner. Impress your entire family and yourself with this recipe (thank me later). Get this simple recipe here.

7. Pumpkin and Honey Hair Mask

One of the many reasons every one loves fall is how the crisp weather leaves your hair frizz-free. Make use of your canned pumpkin leftovers with this natural homemade hair mask. Leave your locks looking picture-perfect this season with this 15 minute recipe. Learn how to make it here.

8. Black Bottom Maple Pumpkin Pie

A seasonal dessert with a twist: a rich layer of chocolate between the pumpkin and crust. Say hello to your new go-to Thanksgiving dessert. After all, the pie is just as important as the turkey. Find the recipe for it here.