1. Summer decorating: It’s been so hot here lately, so having a home that feels light, calm and cool has become essential. Here are mine 15 simple tips About how to make your living room fresh and cozy when it’s a billion degrees outside.
2. Comfort Tip of the Week: If you’re already dreaming of fall (yes, I’m guilty), satisfy that cozy craving by making it. Boil the potPlanning your seasonal outfit, or creating a fall one Pinterest Board (See What I Am Pinning to fall).
3. Amazon Finds: Shop cozy I love it Amazon.
4. Little things I love:
- most comfortable soup mug With a cross-stitch pattern. need!
- This Chaise lounge chair Feels very cozy. Choose the plaid fabric option.
- Bought this garland to our front door. Stay tuned to see how I customize it!
- I was very excited to see this Needle point pumpkin pillow The one I bought last year for our house is back in stock.
5. From my kitchen to yours: I’ve never been a big fan of zucchini, until a few years ago when I started marinating it before grilling. my Grilled Marinated Zucchini A honey Dijon marinade made of lemon, garlic, honey and olive oil is tossed. It has become our family’s favorite summer side dish!
6. Updating my wardrobe:
7. Make this with me: This is the best time of year to make your own vanilla extract. Start a batch now, and it’ll be ready for all your holiday baking (and homemade gifts) by Christmastime.
8. On the ‘Gram: My Brain 4th of July vs. My Brain 5th of July.
9. Weekly Motivational Quote: “May your walls be filled with joy, laughter in every room, and every window open to great possibilities.” ~ Mary Anne Rademacher
10. Would you prefer the July edition instead:
- Ice cream cone or root beer float
- Beach day or pool day
- Fresh strawberry shortcake or homemade peach cobbler
- Vintage Americana or coastal cottage decor
- Read a book in a hammock or on the screened porch
1. Favorite Styling Moment: I will start sharing a tour of our new home soon. This view in a nutshell is me looking in the foyer.
2. Easy Decorating Tip of the Week: Style your porch with containers in different heights instead of matching pairs. The variety creates a relaxed, collected look that’s full of character.
3. Do you know: do you know Hydrangea Drink more water than most cut flowers? Refreshing the water daily helps them last longer indoors.
4. Favorite Shopping: Small jars of ginger are great fillers on bookcases. This one is on sale for under $35 and comes in multiple colors.
Find my bought and loved decorations, gadgets and favorite planners here .
5. Lovely Living and Beyond: Boil lemon slices and rosemary on the stove or diffuse a fresh citrus scent in the afternoon. A home that smells clean and welcoming makes everyone feel more relaxed.
6. Reader Question of the Week: “What’s the secret to making a small space look bigger and brighter?” See #10 for the answer!
7. Weekly Awesome Finds:
- You all loved this Melamine Dinnerware SetAnd it’s on sale right now! The classic green floral pattern is timeless and beautiful for everyday dining or casual entertaining.
- This Woven tray It’s one of those timeless pieces that’s perfect for styling a coffee table, kitchen island or ottoman while adding warmth and texture.
- This slipcovered swivel chair Such a great find especially at this price.
- This A small mini helicopter It is one of the kitchen tools that you will always use. Perfect for chopping onions, herbs, nuts and more without pulling out a large food processor.
- This Rechargeable lamp Such a handy piece to have around the house with the charging base. Use it on your porch, patio, dining table, or anywhere you want a warm glow without worrying about cords.
- This A stone vase It has such a classic shape that works with every decorating style. Beautiful with fresh flowers, greenery or just displayed on its own.
- This Marble Coaster An easy way to add a polished touch to your coffee table or bar cart is with a matching caddy.
- If you’re in the market for new accessories, this one Extended spinner set Worth watching.
8. Wearable Style:
- This Denim poncho This is an easy layering piece for chilly mornings and evenings. It adds a light, polished touch to everything from white jeans to casual dresses.
- This Weekend tote Less than $30 and looks perfect for travel, the beach, or everyday work.
- This Linen pintuck top It’s a great way to stay cool and polished all summer long.
- This Hummingbird ballet flats Very beautiful! They add the sweetest touch to a simple outfit while still being comfortable enough for everyday wear.
- This chunky A necklace of multicolored beads This is a fun way to add color to a simple summer outfit.
- This Cardigan Comes in so many beautiful colors, and I love the long length. It’s the perfect lightweight layer to throw on over the tee or for a chill restaurant.
- This A beaded handbag Definitely a splurge, but it’s absolutely gorgeous.
- This Cuffed sleeve top is less than $13 and therefore looks more expensive.
9. Home Hack: Use binder clips to manage appliance cords. Clip extra lengths of cord together behind coffee makers, lamps and other small appliances to make countertops look neater.
10. Answer to reader’s question (#5): Use light colors and keep surfaces clean. mirrors And good lighting helps too Reflect the light and open space.
1). Best decorating ideas: A ginger jar is one of the easiest ways to add personality, color and a bit of beauty to your home. Creative ways to use ginger jars that are both beautiful and practical Full of ideas you can use in your own home.
2. Amazon searches: See all my favorite new picks Trending accents from and Amazon.
3. 5 days to become a better decorator: In just 5 days, you can tackle your biggest decorating problems and get stuck! I will show you how. Sign up here.
4. This and that: This Embellished style is making a big comeback- I’m happy to welcome it back. i made This lamp, and it was very simple. see This For a sneak preview of fall decorations. Your bathroom walls may need it This.
5. Fantastic Finds:
6. Beautiful Home Tour: I love Williamsburg style. Look at this gorgeous Historic home In the heart of Colonial Williamsburg. Come visit this beautiful, convenient home Hancock Park And this A jewel-box apartment in New York. Then pop on this A well appointed home in Georgia.
7. Fun and interesting facts: What is the birthstone and flowers of July? When is the July full moon and what is it called?
8. Curated Closet:
- The pima cotton all season 3/4 sleeve tee.
- Love this blue and white striped button-up sleeveless the top– 63% off. And this chambray top– 50% off.
- These chino-stripe oxford bermuda shorts with this cute crop Summer sweater.
- perfect black dressAbsolutely love- on sale.
9. Culinary Corner: Summer Dump Cake: Spread 2 cans (21 oz each) cherry pie filling in a 9×13 pan. Mix 1 package (15.25 oz) white cake mix with 1/4 cup melted butter, crumble over filling, then top with 1/2 cup chopped pecans. Bake at 350°F for 35 to 40 minutes, until bubbling and golden.
10. The Last Word: Move an item or two from room to room to give your home a new look. This is a simple idea but works every time. See more ideas for decorating with what you already have here.
Answer #7: July birthstones are ruby and pearl and flowers are larkspur and water lily. July’s full moon is called the buck moon because the antlers of the deer are in full growth. Watch on 29th of this month.
Happy Wednesday, friends…
