Weekly Wednesday Wishlist #146
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I think the time after Easter and before we are ready to decorate for summer is a decorating no man’s land. Many of us, after Easter, are ready for a seasonal decor change. Since Easter was a little early this year, early summer decorating seems so far off! So, how do you add a bit of personality and seasonal decor from now until May? Tomorrow’s post has the answer! And it’s easy! We love pretty and easy all at the same time, don’t we?
But today is WWW, and there are interesting, beautiful, and fun things to share!
Ann’s first…
Ann | On Sutton Place
1.) LATEST SPRING INSPIRATION: how to add a pop of yellow to your spring decor, easy blue and white table setting ideas, and 75 spring ideas to celebrate the season.
2.) I added more affordable finds to my Amazon page. See everything HERE!
3.) FAVORITE QUOTE: “The first place we lose the battle is in our own thinking. If you think it’s permanent then it’s permanent. If you think you’ve reached your limits then you have. If you think you’ll never get well then you won’t. You have to change your thinking. You need to see everything that’s holding you back, every obstacle, every limitation as only temporary.” ~Joel Osteen
In other words, this too shall pass. I say that to myself at least once every day. It’s definitely a good reminder!
4.) COTTAGE INSPIRATION: take a tour of this sustainably updated seaside cottage that’s filled with Swedish and French antiques. It features rustic wood beams, beautiful wood floors, and wonderful neutral walls.
5.) IS IT OK TO WEAR WHITE? Take a look at this article and I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised with their answer!
6.) WHAT I’M WATCHING: The Good Fight on Amazon Prime Video, Manhunt on Apple TV+ (it’s the story of John Wilkes Booth), Yesterday, The Miracle Club, and One Day on Netflix, Call The Midwife is back on PBS, and We Were The Lucky Ones on Hulu.
7.) WHAT’S FOR DINNER? Some days, that’s the million-dollar question! Here are some easy ideas:
- Rosemary Chicken with Carrots + Potatoes
- Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
- My Mom’s Classic Pot Roast Recipe
- Chicken Salad with Apples + Pecans
8.) FUN FAVORITES FROM WALMART:
- I adore this cute lady’s bicycle.
- This set of two bistro chairs are available in three colors.
- This generously sized 10-foot patio umbrella comes in 21 different colors, and has great reviews.
- This soft cooler bag comes in 2 feminine patterns, and would be great for a summer road trip. On clearance!
- This round wood serving tray is one of my favorite decor accessories.
- This white candle lantern can be used indoors or out.
9.) Stop back on Sunday for my take on how to build a capsule wardrobe. I’m starting with just ten pieces, so there won’t be an overload of ideas! If you aren’t on my email list, but would like to sign up, click HERE.
10.) Wishing you all a lovely week. XO
Yvonne | StoneGable
1. ON THE BLOG: The Best Things To Do is one of the most popular series on the blog. Make sure to check out The Best Things To Do In April. It has lots of interesting and fun ideas for celebrating every day this month.
2. AMAZON FINDS: See all the new things I’m finding on Amazon HERE.
3. DECORATING IDEAS: Spring Decorating After Easter is a post full of pretty and easy ways to decorate your home now with transitioning into summer in mind. It’s Lazy Girl Decorating! Let’s decorate smarter, not harder. This Spring Into Summer Front Door Basket is easy to make and can be customized for your home.
4. DECOR FINDS THIS WEEK:
UNDER $100: this lovely framed watercolor layer into your decor, this spring-into-summer pillow, this round glass vase I LOVE (on sale), a set of 2 charming ceramic pots, my favorite gold bowl with ball feet, and these pretty spring sheets.
OVER $100: this striking glass front cabinet (on sale), this chinoiserie umbrella stand, this spindle end table/nightstand, this beautiful chair (on sale), and this jacquard cotton throw blanket.
5. HOME TOURS AND MORE: We all love home tours… This century home on a lake is beautiful and open. English country or cottage style is so big right now. Here’s how to add touches of this comfortable style to your home. Tour this stunning Brooklyn townhouse with smart, small home living ideas.
6. SPRING CAPSULE WARDROBE: These are my absolute favorite pants, this no-iron (two of my favorite words) tunic, this amazingly priced linen tunic, these super comfortable Skechers, this soft, pretty nightgown.
7. FUN AND INTERESTING FACTS: What is April’s birthstone and flowers?
8. DECORATING HELP: Do you ever find it hard to make decorating decisions or get stuck? Here are helpful and smart solutions for How To Handle Difficult Decorating Challenges And Getting Unstuck.
9. EASY RECIPE: Cheesy Roasted Asparagus—Preheat the oven to 400 °. Put one pound of washed and dried asparagus on a foil-lined rimmed baking sheet. Sprinkle with 2 TBS olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper and toss. Arrange the asparagus in a single layer. Roast the asparagus in the oven for 7-9 minutes until it begins to soften. Meanwhile, mix 1/2 cup of Mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese together. Remove the asparagus from the oven and sprinkle the cheese mixture over the middle of the asparagus, only leaving the top and bottoms without cheese. Return to the oven and finish roasting for 6-8 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden. Serve immediately.
10. EASY SPRING DIYs: One of my favorite home decor DIYs is no-sew pillows! They are easy to make, and you can customize them to coordinate with your color story. Check out No-Sew Burlap Flower Pillow and Easy No-Sew Pillow Covers.
Answer to #7: April’s birthstone is a diamond, and daisies and sweetpeas are its flowers.
Lory | Designthusiam
1. April is a great time to break out the cherry blossoms. If you’re looking for spring decor ideas for after Easter, check out these Simple Spring Decorating Ideas for the Dining Room. We’re also coming into house tour season, so I put together this curated Ultimate Modern French Country House Tour.
2. AMAZON PICKS: here are this week’s favorites from Amazon.
3. THIS WEEK ON THE BLOG I shared these Easy Entertaining Ideas for Drop-In Guests, how to Maintain Your Style When Downsizing a Home, and this Country French Blue and White Tablescape.
4. CURRENT DECOR CRUSHES UNDER $50:
- This beautiful blush and gold Greco-Roman bowl
- These elegant white orchid stems
- Great on a book stack, this golden resin bee
- This gorgeous blue and white pet bowl
5. CURRENT DECOR CRUSHES UNDER $100:
- This French stoneware crock with soap and brush
- These lovely classic brass wall sconces
- This colorful botanical outdoor pillow
- These regal Foo dogs – set of 2
6. CURRENT DECOR CRUSHES UNDER $200:
- This fabulous reclaimed wood rustic bench
- This pretty handcrafted magnolia iron wreath
- These wonderful scalloped baskets – set of 2
- This charming navy blue small dough bowl
7. Amazon has become my go-to for affordable furniture pieces. See my favorite picks in this: Complete French Farmhouse Shopping Guide from Amazon Home.
8. SPRING/SUMMER FASHION PICKS:
- This wispy feminine blush blooms scarf
- This chic and unique raffia chevron hat
- This versatile flirty floral tiered midi dress
- Thes super comfy platform wedge espadrilles
9. WHAT’S INSPIRING ME AROUND THE WEB: I’ve been a fan understated elegance for years, so I just love that “Quiet Luxury” is suddenly a trend. Here’s an on-point video that sums up what quiet luxury is and how to use it in your home.
10. UP NEXT: The ever-evolving family room…
