This week’s Wednesday Wish List features salads, Amazon finds, home tours, and easy tips to ease the transition from summer to fall.
Happy Wednesday, friends! We’re all feeling a bit of a change in the air this week, so today’s list has one leg in summer and one leg already looking toward fall.
We’re sharing easy salads and lazy summer dinners for these last warm days, along with a sneak peek at how to start transitioning your home from summer to fall. You’ll find a fun and surprising way to use AI as a decorating tool, fashion picks to find and shop gorgeous homes, some real-life decorating tips, and even some culinary inspiration.
So grab your coffee and let’s get into this week’s Wednesday Wish List!
1). Summer Recipes: In the dog days of summer, a simple salad meal is a delicious way to beat the heat. Try our family favorites Easy Herby Chicken Salad with Dill and Lemon and 7 others A showstopping summer salad you’ll love serving.
2. Amazon searches: See all my favorite new picks Trending accents from and Amazon.
3. Organize your home: Get my 5 best planning tips and more. Organize your home The 22-page e-magazine helps you maintain an organized and peaceful home.
4. This and that: 10 minutes? then do This. you will put This On your front porch? create This To prepare for the fall. This The hot style of yesteryear is making a big comeback. I love it! Add This In your wardrobe for a chic look. Add more of this color combination to your home; It is very easy to live with.
5. A wonderful find for your home:
6. Beautiful Home Tour: Let’s head to the beach and travel accordingly, A Ralph Lauren inspired homeAnd this old hotel was packed Home on Long Island. We live on the beach and visit Something has to give home– Love! Let’s go inland and visit this spectacular Upper East Side Apartment With a rich layered look.
7. Fun and interesting facts: Who was the first woman to play golf? Who was the first woman to run for the presidency of the United States?
8. Curated Closet: Great clothes for everyday life
9. Culinary Corner: Peach, Arugula, and Blue Cheese Salad—Together 2 Tbsp. Olive oil, 2 tbsp. Champagne vinegar, 1 tbsp. Fresh lemon juice, 1 clove finely chopped garlic, 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard, and 1 tsp. Season with honey salt and pepper. Toss with a 5 oz. container arugula, 1/4 cup sliced red onion, 1/4 cup chopped roasted salted almonds, 1 sliced peach and 1 1/2 oz. Crumbled blue cheese. Serve immediately.
10. The Last Word: One of my favorite things to decorate with is books. Use them as risers and fillers and open them up to invite people to read. See more smart ideas for Decorate with what you have.
Answer to #7: Mary Queen of Scots was the first woman to play golf. In 1872, Victoria Woodhull Ran for the presidency as a candidate of the National Woman Suffrage Association. Now you know!
1. AI home decorating: AI is everywhere right now and I’ll be honest, my relationship with it is a bit complicated. But I share on the blog Five creative ways to use it as a home decor toolIncluding an idea that has become my latest obsession!
2. Comfort Tip of the Week: Has your outfit been feeling a little sketchy lately and you’re not sure why? Try adding a red pop Like a red transferware plate, red flowers or even a piece of artwork with red colors in it. It’s one of those small changes that makes a surprisingly big difference.
3. Amazon Finds: Shop cozy I love it Amazon.
4. Little things I love:
- This the lamp It looks like something you’d find in an old English cottage.
- Proof that a beautiful console table No need to break the bank.
- Plaid is going to be huge this fall…add this to your home curtains.
- OMG this Floor mirror It’s amazing!!!
5. From my kitchen to yours: I don’t know about you, but the last thing I want to do on a hot summer day is stand over a hot stove. So, I pulled this together A roundup of lazy summer dinner ideas Which is quick, easy and delicious without much time in the kitchen.
6. Updating my wardrobe:
- The packing dress For our Maine vacation in a few weeks.
- The simplest (and most beautiful) plain clothes. Drag and you’re done.
- Add this Blouse With this shorts For an easy summer look.
- This tote bag is very charming. There is a matching Hair clip And hat…respectable!
- A cozy Cardigan Which will easily transition into fall.
- This sweater An absolute must for my fall wardrobe…so cute.
- Love the print on this one Mule clogs.
- I have multiple pairs of these Wide leg pants. Great for days spent at home!
7. Make this with me: If your herb garden is going crazy right now, I have 10+ Creative Ways to Use Fresh Herbs Which does not include cooking with them. Think garlands, candles, linen sprays, simmering pots… herbs are more versatile than you think!
8. On the ‘Gram: Best decoration purchase I have ever made, There was no decoration either.
9. Weekly Motivational Quote: “Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” ~ Leonardo da Vinci
10. From Summer to Fall: Summer is still going strong, but if you feel like you’re being whispered to, here’s Free Summer to Fall Transition Plan A great way to start a shift (or at least start thinking about it). It’s full of handy tips on what to put away, what to bring in first, and how to make your home feel like fall without overdoing it.
1. Favorite Styling Moment: After a dreary, rainy day yesterday I am enjoying the bright sunlight from my dining room window this morning.
2. Easy Decorating Tip of the Week: Style your dining table Even when you’re not entertaining. A simple centerpiece like a wooden bowl, a vase of greenery, or a stack of books can make a room feel complete every day.
3. Do you know: do you know that Trimming the candle wicks Lighting about ¼ inch earlier helps them burn cleaner and last longer? It’s an easy trick to enjoy that fresh spring scent.
4. Favorite Shopping: I am very impressed with it The pharmacy lamp which I bought recently. This type of lamp is also great for providing light and filling a void.
Find my bought and loved decorations, gadgets and favorite planners here .
5. Lovely Living and Beyond: Summer often brings impromptu guests and last-minute gatherings. Keep a stack of fresh hand towels in the bathroom and kitchen so your home is always ready to welcome others with ease.
6. Reader Question of the Week: “How do I balance beautiful decor with everyday functionality?” See #10 for the answer!
7. Weekly Awesome Finds:
8. Wearable Style:
9. Home Hack: Store spare light bulbs in rooms where they are used. Keep replacement bulbs in a nearby closet, cabinet, or drawer so you don’t have to search the house when one burns out.
10. Answer to reader’s question (#5): Choose items that serve both purposes. Baskets, trays and Beautiful collection pieces Keep things organized while adding to the overall look.
Happy Wednesday, friends…
