How to design a kitchen nook

Breakfast Nook Refresh – Coastal Kitchen Design Ideas

The breakfast nook in our kitchen got a coastal refresh! I’m sharing coastal kitchen design ideas to give our kitchen nook a fresh new beachy whimsy vibe. We added new blue and white wallpaper, a rattan light fixture, white oval table, and new coastal blue and tan rug. Check out our before and afters below! When we moved into our house 5 1/2 years ago, this is what the kitchen looked like. Lots of beige…

Holiday gift ideas for women

Gifts for Her Gift Guide | Holiday Gift Ideas 2020

I rounded up the BEST gift ideas for Her! This holiday gift guide is for all the special women in your life. Holiday gift ideas for teachers, moms, wives, sisters and girlfriends. Most items ship super fast for last minute shopping! *This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience. Christmas countdown is on! Do you have all your shopping done yet? Don’t worry if you don’t! I’ve got you covered with last minute gift…

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Chinoiserie Chic Christmas Kitchen

Our kitchen is decorated for Christmas! I chose a chinoiserie chic Christmas kitchen style this year decorated in classic blue and white with pops of holiday red. Create festive and stylish chinoiserie chic Christmas decor with blue and white ginger jars, cheetah and gingham holiday pillows, and chinoiserie holiday ribbons. Follow my easy holiday tips on how to decorate your kitchen for Christmas! Welcome to our chinoiserie chic Christmas kitchen! I switched up our kitchen…

outdoor Christmas deck decor ideas

Outdoor Christmas Tablescape For A Festive Holiday Brunch

Are you planning an outdoor get together this holiday season? I’m sharing my simple & inexpensive back deck Christmas decorating ideas! Create a magical outdoor Christmas Day brunch or Christmas eve dinner with these easy outdoor Christmas decorating tips! This post is sponsored by Burke’s Outlet. This post contains affiliate links for your convenience.  Our outdoor deck has become one of my favorites spots to decorate for the holidays. And this year especially, this outdoor…

christmas mantel decor

Christmas Mantel Decor Ideas In Gold and White

Christmas mantel decor ideas in gold and white! Ideas for decorating your holiday mantel with white knit stockings, sparkly gold trees, pearl strands, and jingle bell and twinkle garlands.  1. Ivory White Knit Christmas Stockings  2. White Peace Garland  3. Gold Deer Stocking Holder  4. Gleaming Primrose Mirror  5. Christmas Tinsel Tree  6. Pearl Strands  7. Jingle Bells  8. Star String Lights  9. Pom Pom Garland This year I am decorating my holiday mantel in…

Chinoiserie Christmas Decor Ideas

Chinoiserie Christmas Decor Ideas for Your Chic Holiday Home

Decorate your home in chinoiserie chic Christmas decor with blue and white ginger jars, cheetah and gingham holiday pillows, Christmas chinoiserie wrapping paper, and chinoiserie Christmas ornaments. Which chinoiserie Christmas decoration is your favorite?  It’s beginning to look a lot like chinoiserie Christmas in our house! I’m decorating for Christmas a little bit differently this year. I like to change up my seasonal decor each year, and this year I’m feeling all things chinoiserie chic!…

Best instant pot thanksgiving recipes

10 Instant Pot Thanksgiving Recipe Favorites

I’m sharing 10 Instant Pot Thanksgiving Recipes That Your Family Will Love! Learn how to use your instant pot for Thanksgiving, cooking your favorite holiday recipes. From moist and delicious Thanksgiving turkey, easy Thanksgiving side dishes, and delectable Thanksgiving desserts, I’ve collected time saving recipes to make this holiday season.       Instant Pot Turkey Breast Instant Pot Roasted Turkey Instant Pot Macaroni and Cheese Instant Pot Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes Instant Pot Whole…

Fall table centerpieces

Fall Table Decor in Blue White and Orange

Fall table decor ideas in blue white and orange color palette. Inspiring Thanksgiving table and fall tablescapes ideas using blue white and copper orange pumpkins, blue and white chinoiserie vases and taper candlesticks, and rust orange gingham tablecloth. Decorate your own fall dining room in this classic autumn color combination. Two different fall dining room tablescapes in one year – What?! I was having conflicting feelings over which way to decorate my fall table this…

Thanksgiving side dish

Instant Pot Pumpkin Mac and Cheese | Easy One Pot Recipe!

Instant Pot Pumpkin Mac and Cheese is an easy one pot recipe ready in 10 minutes or less! Creamy and delicious, this pumpkin pasta is an easy Thanksgiving side dish or add cubed ham for a quick and simple weeknight meal. Instant pot macaroni and cheese with creamy pumpkin is the perfect comfort food for fall that your family will be begging for all season long!   Creamy, cheesy macaroni and cheese. Easily my FAVORITE…

pumpkin recipes to make at home

50+ Pumpkin Recipes for Fall

Looking for scrumptious pumpkin recipes for fall cooking? I’ve rounded up the 50+ BEST pumpkin recipes I could find! From breakfast pumpkin recipes, dessert pumpkin recipes, and dinner pumpkin recipes, we have easy pumpkin recipes for the entire day! There’s also a range of pumpkin recipes that include whole pumpkins, canned pumpkin, gluten free pumpkin recipes, and no bake pumpkin recipes. It isn’t fall in the kitchen without the amazing smell of pumpkin. I actually…

blue and white table setting

Blue and White Fall Dining Room Ideas

I’m excited to share my blue and white fall dining room decor with you! Create a classic fall tablescape with blue and white vases, vintage chinoiserie candles, and elegant glass and leather blue and white pumpkins. Mixing chinoiserie decor with autumn decorating creates a festive and timeless combination! I hope this blue and white chinoiserie chic fall dining room inspires you to create your own classic fall table decor. This year, I traded in my…

Pumpkin painting ideas

Ombre Painted Pumpkins DIY | Easy Fall Mantel Tutorial

 Looking for simple and stylish fall mantel decor ideas? Create an easy fall mantel with this ombre painted pumpkins DIY. You can make your own ombre pumpkins with our simple step by step pumpkin painting tutorial. Let’s get painting! Welcome to our coastal blue fall home 🙂 Blue is definitely my “fall color” this year. Last year it was pink, but this year I’m having a love affair with the color blue! (Shhh..Don’t tell my…