Weekly wednesday Wish List #210

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A Special Announcement

Today is a bittersweet day on Weekly Wednesday Wish List as my two dear blogging friends, Lory and Ann, are saying goodbye to us. While they aren’t fully retiring from blogging, they have decided to slow down and step away from the deadlines that come with creating the Wish List each week.

I truly could not have asked for two kinder or more talented ladies to share 210 Wednesdays with. You will both be deeply missed!

Weekly Wednesday Wish List will continue. I’ll be here every Wednesday with a new Wish List, and I am looking forward to introducing you to a couple of bloggers I think you will love.

1. READER FAVORITE THIS WEEK: Even a tiny bathroom can be stylishly remodeled. This bathroom makeover is filled with clever ideas that can be achieved on a budget: Small Bathroom Remodel Ideas on a Budget

2. THIS WEEK ON THE BLOG I also shared:

• These Ideas for Decorating Your Summer Mantel
• This curated collection of Bloggers Top Home Decorating Tips
• These Affordable and Stylish Coffee Tables 
• Repurposing a Bedroom Into a Small Sitting Room

3. AMAZON PICKS: here are this week’s favorites from Amazon.

4. ELEVATE YOUR LIFESTYLE:

• Try these Self Care Ideas: 50 Ways to Improve Your Well-being

5. CURRENT DECOR CRUSHES:

• This delightful summer print napkin set
• This smooth and luxurious light wood serving board
• This wonderful seaside candle in a pottery handled bowl
• These charming Cayman rattan wall hooks
• this fresh and timeless stoneware crock
• These European style copper salt and pepper mills (sold separately)

6. TOP EASY SUMMER FASHION PICKS:

• This airy open knit sleeveless sweater
• These breezy wide leg crop pants
• This short sleeve pointelle half zip knit top
• These comfy high waist wide leg crop jeans
• These must-have 7″ inseam chino walk shorts

7. CURRENT FURNITURE DEALS:

• This charming cane front 2-drawer accent cabinet
• This classic upholstered wing back armchair
• This sturdy modern primitive wood coffee table
• This faux leather tufted round storage ottoman
• This classic foldable outdoor Adirondack chair

8. DESIGN PRINCIPLES: Are you an empty nester? Be sure to Update Your Homestyle to Fit Your Current Lifestyle

9. WHAT’S INSPIRING ME AROUND THE WEB: This beautiful warm and charming home, this stunning mix of rustic with modern, and this exquisite home that’s a bit more modern that I usually like, but oh-so-gorgeous.

10. AN ANNOUNCEMENT: The time has come for me to slow down a bit and enjoy living life more. While I won’t be shutting the blog down, I will be sending way fewer emails, and as such, today is my last Wednesday Wishlist. It has been a pleasure sharing my favorites with you and reading your encouraging feedback. I’ll be checking in from time to time, so be sure you stay subscribed to my email list. For now, I’ll leave you with a current tour of my home in its most recent state: Our Townhouse Tour (including some pics from a home office update I haven’t had a chance to share yet). Have a wonderful summer!!

1.) After 14 years of blogging, I’ve decided it’s time to make a few thoughtful changes. This post is a personal update about where I am in life, how I’m shifting my workflow, and what that means going forward. If you’ve ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes, or what it’s like to navigate seasons of change, I hope you’ll take a moment to read.

2.) Take a look at all my Amazon favorites HERE!

3.) FAVORITE QUOTE: “I love being home. I love wearing my comfy clothes. I love doing absolutely nothing. Or doing the things I absolutely love. I love the silence. The solitude. The peace. The warm and calm feeling of being safe and content in my own comfy space. I just love it. I love it all.” ~Vanessa Dewsbury

4.) Beach reading is by far one of the best parts of summer, but with so many books to choose from, deciding which one to tuck into your tote might be the most difficult part. Here is a list of best new releases for summer 2025. Enjoy!

5.) I absolutely adore this ottoman/coffee table…but it’s a bit out of my price range. So I started searching for something similar for a better price, and I hit the jackpot. This less expensive version is unavailable on most sites, but I found it HERE, and was able to order it. I’ll let you know when/if it arrives!

6.) When a husband and wife design duo found a rambling old home on a block near the beach, they created a slice of the Hamptons in Sydney. Take a look at the end result after a 12-month knockdown rebuild.

7.) FUN FINDS FOR THE HOME:

• this darling striped grain sack ribbon
• this cute set that includes a pitcher and 6 glasses
• my favorite round hyacinth placemats
• this set of 2 striped barrel swivel chairs
• this handwoven coffee table with a round, drum-style silhouette
• these rustic French style linen towels
• this stylish and retro nightstand in 5 colors

8.) EASY RECIPES:

• This chocolate chip muffins recipe is soft, moist, and easy to make with sour cream and pantry staples. A perfectly delicious treat for breakfast or snack time.
• Make this homemade spaghetti sauce recipe and have dinner on the table in an hour. Cooks in the microwave for an easy and fresh family dinner!

9.) HOME TOURS: tour this undeniably cute and cozy Nantucket cottage, and then wander around this interior designer’s quaint home.

10.) This is my final week participating in The Wish List, and I want to take a moment to say thank you. Being part of this roundup has been such a fun and inspiring experience, and I’m grateful to have shared it with you. As I shift into a new season with a lighter schedule, I’ll still be sharing favorite finds, just in a different format. I hope you’ll continue to follow along as things evolve!

1. Did you know there’s a spot on the blog called Decorating School? It’s filled with over 100 posts to help you learn the best interior design concepts, tackle your biggest decorating challenges, and inspire you with simple and beautiful ideas. It’s all about learning to be a better home decorator.

2.  AMAZON FINDS: See all my favorite new picks in my Amazon Shop.

3. NEW SUMMER 2025 E-MAGAZINE: Get your free copy of Fresh Summer Decorating Ideas for Your Home. Keep summer decorating simple and pretty!

4. FABULOUS FINDS:

• This lovely spindle bed.
• Most popular item last week. LOVE!
• Get your first pretty fall 2025 decor: a brass acorn. LOVE!
• Treat yourself to these inexpensive and so pretty kitchen towels.

• This handsome and comfortable outdoor rocking chair. Favorite!
• This gorgeous metal and upholstered bench.
• This brass footed tray is so versatile.
• LOVE this stunning glass front arched door cabinet.

5. BEAUTIFUL HOMES AND MORE: Get tips for creating a classic home that never goes out of style. Visit this home in New Orleans filled with antiques. Then head over to Hollywood Hills to visit the spacious home of Mark D. Sikes.

6. CURATED CLOSET:

• Last Week’s most popular item and this one was a close second.
• Get 30% off these stylish, pull-on Bermuda shorts.
• I LOVE this summer hat! Protect your face this summer.
• This is the quintessential summer dress! LOVE LOVE LOVE! Look at the price!

• This gorgeous shirt with feminine sleeves.
• This classic cotton tunic in lots of colors. On sale. I just got two.
• This summery pajama set is available in three colors. 63% off.
• This comfortable gauze peasant blouse. Half off and $30.00 off for first-time orders.

7. FUN AND INTERESTING FACTS: What is the oldest town in the United States? What day did the Continental Congress declare independence from England?

8. THIS AND THAT: Think of THIS post, with 145 seasonal recipes, as your summer cookbook! I’m excited to read THIS Pulitzer Prize-winning book on my nightstand. THIS post will help you organize your kitchen. THIS article has so many good ideas for creating a charcuterie board. THAT’S it!

9. CULINARY CORNER: Panzanella Salad: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place ½ pound ciabatta or sourdough bread, cut into 1-inch cubes, on the sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, sprinkle with sea salt, toss to coat, and spread evenly. Bake for 7 to 10 minutes, or until crisp around the edges. In a large bowl, whisk together ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, 3 tablespoons sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar, 3 grated garlic cloves, ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard, heaping ½ teaspoon sea salt, and several grinds of black pepper. Add ½ cup thinly sliced red onion, 1½ pounds tomatoes (sliced into wedges or halved), ½ English cucumber (sliced into half moons), and the toasted bread. Toss to coat. Add 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn, and gently toss again. Season to taste and garnish with more fresh basil. Serve immediately.

10. THE FINAL WORD: What do you think? I’ve seen some bloggers featuring fall posts already. Would you like to see early fall ideas on blogs now? Leave a comment and let me know.

ANSWER TO #7: St. Augustine, Florida, is the oldest town in the United States. It was founded by the Spanish in 1565. Congress voted to approve the resolution for independence on July 2, 1776. It took two more days to get the wording just right in the declaration. Now you know!

Happy Wedsday, friends…