Weekly Wednesday Wish List #248

ByYvonne Pratt

Fresh spring ideas for your home, delicious recipes, pretty finds, and simple decorating tips to help you love your home this season.

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It’s a beautiful time of year to refresh your home and enjoy all the little things that make it feel special again. This week’s WWW is filled with simple decorating ideas, seasonal inspiration, delicious recipes, and curated finds for you and your home. Let’s celebrate spring and have some fun. Settle in and enjoy a cozy scroll. There’s a little something here you’ll love.

wicker basket with brambly spring blooming branches

1. NEW SPRING HOME TOUR: My front door is open, and I’m waiting for you. Visit my new Spring Home Tour, decorated with spring blooms and things I already had. Budget-friendly and festive. And make sure to read 6 Iconic Easter Decorations To Tuck Into Your Spring Home.

2. AMAZON FINDS: See all my favorite new picks and trending accents from Amazon.

3. NEW SPRING PRINTABLE: This pretty three-day guide shares Five Best Designer Spring Tips that are easy and natural. It is full of simple ideas to refresh your home for the season.

4. THIS AND THAT: THIS is the sweetest DIY for Easter. Tour THIS beautiful garden rooted in history. THIS will show you how to dye Easter Eggs naturally. THIS will help you create the perfect centerpiece for your living spaces. THAT‘s all.

5. FABULOUS FINDS:

6. BEAUTIFUL HOME TOUR: Visit this 100-year-old, art-filled home in Massachusetts and this timeless and elegant home in Atlanta. Then take a peek at this textile-filled San Antonio home and this effortlessly chic home in Minnesota.

7. FUN AND INTERESTING FACTS: What was the original color associated with St. Patrick? What was St. Patrick’s real name?

8. CURATED CLOSET:

9. CULINARY CORNER: Corned Beef Hash: Cook 2 1/2 cups peeled and diced potatoes in water for about 10 minutes, until fork tender, drain. Coarsely chop 1 lb. unsliced cooked corned beef in the food processor. Heat 3 Tbsp. vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 cup chopped onion and 2 cloves of finely chopped garlic; cook for 5 minutes. Add potatoes, 1/4 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper, cook until potatoes are soft. Reduce heat to low, add corned beef, 2 tsp. coarse-grained prepared mustard, and 2 Tbsp. butter. Press into the skillet and cook until browned; turn in sections and brown the other side.

10. THE LAST WORD: Include a packet of easy-to-grow vegetables (radishes, lettuce, spinach) to each place setting at your Easter table. Repot an herb (parsley, thyme, chives) in a pretty pot and give it as a hostess gift.

ANSWER TO #7: The original color associated with St. Patrick was blue. St. Patrick’s real name was Maewyn Succat, but he changed it to Patricius, meaning “nobleman” or “father figure,” after becoming a priest.

neutral pillow on a sofa

1. LAUNDRY DAY JUST GOT COZIER: Doing laundry is definitely not the most exciting chore, but it’s one of the easiest ways to make your home feel extra cozy when you use your own homemade laundry scent booster.

2. COZY TIP OF THE WEEK: Your home doesn’t need to impress anyone. It just needs to make you feel like exhaling when you walk through the door.

3. AMAZON FINDS: Shop cozy finds I’m loving on Amazon.

4. LITTLE THING’S I’M LOVING:

  • Beautiful set of 2 wall sconces with the coziest floral pleated lampshades.
  • Swooning over this bunny art. Nope, it’s not just for Easter.
  • This nightstand couldn’t be cozier with cotton curtains you can slide to conceal the bottom shelf!
  • Love this faux topiary.

5. FROM MY KITCHEN TO YOURS: If you don’t love basil (please tell me I’m not the only one), my parsley pesto is for you. It’s bright, fresh, and super easy to make. I like to keep a jar in the fridge to add a quick pop of flavor to pasta, sandwiches, or roasted veggies.

6. UPDATING MY WARDROBE:

  • Literally OBSESSED with this dress.
  • These wedges will go with any of your spring (or summer) outfits.
  • I love a basic tee with small feminine details.
  • It doesn’t get much cozier than linen shorts. NEED the gingham ones!

7. MAKE THIS WITH ME: Peter Rabbit party favors would be the sweetest addition to your Easter table. All you need are small terracotta pots, brown crinkle paper, chocolate carrots, cellophane bags, ribbon, and Peter Rabbit cutouts. Fill the pots with crinkle paper, tuck the chocolate carrots and Peter Rabbit cutouts inside, place in a cellophane bag, and tie with ribbon.

8. OVER ON THE ‘GRAM: When my friends ask me how to make their homes feel like a cozy cottage on a budget, I send them this list…

9. WEEKLY MOTIVATIONAL QUOTE: “As the years pass, I’m coming more and more to understand that it is the common everyday blessings of our common everyday lives for which we should be particularly grateful.” ~Laura Ingalls Wilder

10. SPRING ARRIVES FRIDAY: Make sure to download and print our free spring printable art to add the feeling of the season to your home.

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blue and white canisters with small blue containers on a kitchen counter

1. FAVORITE STYLING MOMENT: It’s very difficult to find pretty blue and white chinoiserie canisters that have a wide mouth. These fit the bill very nicely! The lids do not have seals, so you’ll want to consider that when storing any dry goods. For me, it’s the perfect spot for my coffee pods and tea bags.

2. EASY DECORATING TIP OF THE WEEK: Display a few pieces of white pottery or ironstone on open shelves or a cabinet. The simple shapes and bright finish help lighten a space and pair beautifully with early spring greenery.

3. DID YOU KNOW: Did you know turning on bathroom exhaust fans during showers helps prevent mildew buildup? Running the fan for ten minutes afterward keeps moisture from lingering.

4. FAVORITE RECENT PURCHASE: Looking for a way to pretty up those boxes of tissues? I recently purchased this Lily Pulitzer tissue paper holder for our main bathroom and I couldn’t be happier with how it elevated such a humble little spot. You can find it HERE on my Amazon Home Favorites page.

5. LOVELY LIVING AND BEYOND: Call someone you’ve been meaning to check on. A simple conversation can brighten both of your days.

6. READER QUESTION OF THE WEEK: “I love spring decorating, but I don’t want my home to look overly seasonal. What should I focus on?” See #10 for the answer!

7. WEEKLY AWESOME FINDS:

  • This green woven leopard bolster pillow is such a fun way to mix pattern and texture, adding a playful yet polished accent to a sofa, chair, or bed.
  • I think this sweet ceramic sitting bunny adds a simple touch of spring charm to a mantel, bookshelf, or tabletop display and looks lovely mixed with your favorite seasonal accents.
  • A natural rattan ottoman brings such warm texture and easy charm to a living room or bedroom, perfect as a footrest, extra seating, or a casual accent piece.
  • These embossed floral cocottes with delicate gold insect details are such charming pieces for serving and baking, bringing a touch of old-world elegance to your table.
  • This cozy three-seat wicker patio sofa like this creates such an inviting spot for morning coffee or relaxed evenings outdoors, with deep cushions that make lingering a little longer feel just right. 
  • A wall sconce with a woven shade and warm brass finish adds such inviting texture and soft glow to a hallway, bedroom, or cozy reading nook. It’s a lovely blend of natural charm and classic style that makes a space feel warmly layered.
  • Ribbed wood trays bring warm, natural texture to a coffee table or kitchen counter and are perfect for styling candles, serving drinks, or corralling everyday essentials.
  • A heathered lumbar pillow with crochet trim adds soft texture and relaxed charm to both indoor and outdoor seating, making any space feel a little more comfortable and inviting.

8. WEARABLE STYLE:

  • A striped cotton gauze top is one of those easy, breathable staples that feels comfortable all day while still looking casually polished with your favorite pants or jeans.
  • Mid-rise linen pull-on pants with a straight leg are such an easy warm-weather staple, comfortable enough for everyday wear while still looking neat and nicely put together.
  • I love this ribbed elbow-sleeve tee. It is one of those dependable basics every closet needs, offering a flattering fit that layers beautifully and looks polished all on its own.
  • An eyelet embroidery mini dress like this is such a sweet, feminine style for warm days, and at less than $10 it’s an easy little find to add to your closet.
  • This linen fit and flare midi dress feels effortlessly graceful and cool for warm days, with a flattering shape that’s easy to dress up or keep simple for everyday outings.
  • Comfortable memory foam sandals like these are a warm-weather essential, giving you an easy, polished look while keeping your feet happy all day long.
  • This pinstripe cotton-linen double-breasted blazer adds instant polish to any outfit, with a light, breathable feel that’s perfect for layering through the seasons.
  • A sleeveless tiered dress like this is an easy warm-weather favorite, light and comfortable with a relaxed shape that still looks nicely put together for everyday wear.

9. HOME HACK: Clean baseboards with a sock on your hand. Slip an old sock over your hand, lightly dampen it, and run it along baseboards. It’s faster than using a cloth and makes it easy to reach into corners.

10. ANSWER TO READER QUESTION (#5):  Instead of obvious seasonal items, focus on color and texture. Soft blues, greens, whites, and natural materials like wicker or rattan always feel appropriate for spring. These touches blend beautifully with your everyday decor and create a fresh look that lasts beyond the season.

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Happy Wednesday, friends…

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