Weekly Wednesday Wish List #212

This week’s Wish List features a curated collection of summer ideas for your home, easy gardening inspiration, delicious recipes, seasonal clothing, charming homes to visit, and lots more. Our lists have a little something for everyone.

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I hope you will all head over to Suzy’s blog and welcome her to WWW! Suzy and I have been good friends for many years. She has visited me here at Tanglewood, and I have spent time with her at her beautiful home. Now my talented southern friend is joining WWW as a contributor!

Next week, I’ll introduce you to the third contributor. She is a newer-to-me friend, and I’m excited to introduce her to you! She has a beautiful, cozy blog, and I never miss a post. I know you will love her.

Suzy’s first today…

1. EASY DECORATING TIP OF THE WEEK: Is your coffee table always on the cluttered side? Try using a tray to instantly corral and style your decor—it creates a pulled-together look and makes it easy to clear the surface when needed.
2. DID YOU KNOW?: Did you know that when you subscribe to my email newsletters you’ll have full access to my entire lineup of free decorating ebooks and printables?
3. FAVORITE RECENT PURCHASE: We are right smack in the middle of trying to squeeze into a smaller house, so I am all about organizing solutions right now. These have been a lifesaver for bathroom organization until we can our bathrooms remodeled.
4. LOVELY LIVING AND BEYOND: I paid close attention to this list when we were recently prepping our home to sell. This home proves that Southern style decorating isn’t just for homes in the south and I’m here for it! You’ll never believe what this town’s claim to fame is.
5. CAN YOU ANSWER THIS READER QUESTION OF THE WEEK: “How to I make my traditional furniture feel more updated without replacing everything?” You’ll find the answer below.
6. WEEKLY AWESOME FINDS:
   • I’m a sucker for a unique picture frame that is also stylish.
   • Blue and green done right in this pretty area rug.
   • These curtains are just lovely. I’m thinking about them for a bedroom.
   • These pillow covers would go perfectly!
7. WEARABLE STYLE: Speaking of moving – my home may be topsy-turvy at the moment, but this dress with its loose, but flattering fit, paired with a simple summer flats lets me look pulled together at a moments notice for dinner or any outing where I need to show up in something other paint stained clothes.
8. HOME HACK: Who knew you could do all of this with lemon peels?!?
9. ANSWER TO #5 – THE READER QUESTION: There’s no need to replace everything to update your traditional furniture! You can very affordably give it a fresh look by mixing in updated elements such as pillow covers in newer patterns and colors and by swapping old, ornate accessories with a few with simple lines and modern shapes. Get even more details in this post: How to Update Traditional Decor to Get a Fresh New Traditional Look.
10. FAVORITE STYLING MOMENT: This cheerful summer table just makes me smile. The combination of the lemon-and-blue print, the bamboo flatware, and those fun tulip-shaped goblets creates the kind of setting that feels joyful and relaxed all at once.

1. READY FOR DECORATING SCHOOL? This month on the blog, I’m sharing easy ideas and smart tips to help you decorate with confidence and create a beautiful home. Start with Layering Decor: The Art of Decorating a Beautiful Room, and How to Live With Decor You Don’t Like.

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

3. 5 DAYS TO BE A BETTER DECORATOR: Solve your 5 biggest decorating dilemmas for good and be more confident decorating your home. Go HERE to sign up for a free 5-day mini course.

4. FABULOUS FINDS:

• This handsome accent cabinet with glass doors. Put 2 together as an inexpensive and stylish buffet.
• Last Week’s most popular fabulous find.
• This iconically styled lamp is so versatile and reasonably priced.
• My first Fall 2025 purchase. Adorable!

• These acrylic decor risers are gamechangers! On sale.
• This beautiful two-drawer chest with bottom shelf. LOVE!
• This velvet pillow with pom pom trim is perfect for fall.
• This attractive brass candle sconce, which I have- on sale.

5. HOMES YOU WILL LOVE: Tour this boldly patterned home in Texas and this timeless California home filled with vintage charm. And then visit four homes with an All-American style.

6. CURATED CLOSET:

• Last week’s most popular clothing find. For the fourth week, this dress was the second most popular.
• Ooh! This is such a pretty, summery top!
• Every closet should have a no-iron white boyfriend blouse. 50% off.
• This classic bateau neck three- quarter sleeve tee– on sale. The fabric holds up so well.

• These slimming ankle-length girlfriend jeans in various colors- over 50% off.
• I have this pretty tunic (on sale) and wear it with white jeans.
• This wear-everywhere dress 70% off.
• This beautiful shirtdress 70% off.

7. FUN AND INTERESTING FACTS: What is the first full moon in July called? What is July’s birthstone?

8. THIS AND THAT: THIS is where you go to find all the how to decorate posts on the blog. THIS is the number one summer dish I’m asked to make. Let’s celebrate Christmas in July. THIS article will provide you with 25 Christmas tradition ideas. What do you think about THAT?

9. CULINARY CORNER: Tomato Pie: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place 5 peeled and sliced Roma tomatoes in a colander, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 10 minutes. Pat dry. Layer tomatoes, 10 chopped fresh basil leaves, and 1/2 cup chopped green onion in 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust. Season with salt and pepper. In a bowl, mix 1 cup shredded mozzarella, 1 cup shredded cheddar, and 3/4 cup mayonnaise. Spread over the tomato layer. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan. Bake for 30 minutes or until lightly browned. Let rest 15 minutes before serving.

10. THE LAST WORD: I’d love you to follow me on Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest!

ANSWER TO #7: July’s first full moon on the 10th is called the buck moon because bucks begin to grow their antlers in this month. July’s birthstone is the ruby. And today’s my birthday! Now you know.

Happy Wednesday, friend…