summer entertaining favorites
Hello, HELLLLLOOOOOOOO!!! Long time, no blog, eh? All I can say is that time flies when you’re running around after/with littles and I wouldn’t change a minute of it, but oh, how I have missed blogging! I’ve got a ton of ideas to write about here and I thought I’d start with some of my…
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all your questions about our pool (and some new sod!)
If you’ve been following along on Instagram, you’re probably tired of seeing photos of our pool in my feed and my stories, but since I’m in complete denial that summer is officially/technically coming to a close here very soon (and since it’s going to be a while before it starts to feel like Fall here in…
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5 favorite (and easy!) summer-inspired diy’s
My idea of the perfect DIY is one that is easy, inexpensive, relatively quick to execute and doesn’t look like something you actually made yourself. (Had to add that last part because it’s so true!!) If you’re in the mood for some easy, summer-inspired DIY’s to try, I’ve got a few for you that will…
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woven drinkware – where to find
One of the questions I get asked the most whenever we have people over is where I found my woven drinkware. Of all the things in my entertaining arsenal, these are definitely one of my favorites because they’re as pretty as they are versatile! I serve cocktails and even wine in the summer in the…
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blue + white + natural for summer
I can’t think of a more quintessential color combination that so perfectly represents summer than blue and white, so I thought I’d start the week off with a little roundup of some beautiful blue and white decorative accessories that are on my radar right now! And, of course, you know I had to add a little natural…
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summer entertaining must-haves
Summer is in full force around here and there is nothing I love more than having friends over for a swim, a bite to eat and a few cocktails. While most times it’s impromptu and usually eaten off paper plates while chasing kiddos, there are still times I like to put a little more effort…
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on my radar: goodies for summer
We just got back from a week at the beach and now, aside from lamenting over the decade we lived right next to the water, I’m so beyond ready for summer! I definitely don’t believe you need to live by the water in order to reflect one’s love of the sea in your home – especially if you pick elegant…
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natural wonders
It’s 95 degrees outside with humidity hovering right around 90% and yet, every retailer I see is jamming their shop full of Halloween, Thanksgiving and even Christmas decor – what. the. heck. Every year, it seems to start earlier and earlier (and yet I don’t recall anyone selling summer goodies in February when we could…
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gold leaf oyster salt cellars
Summer is my favorite time to entertain but even though we haven’t been hosting as much as we normally do this time of year (and while the rest of my house gets neglected due to all the fun we’ve been having) I’ve been making it a point to at least set out my favorite woven…
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