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Katherine's Grandmillennial living room in green and white with chintz

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I'm Katherine

the Grandmillennial stylist,

curator of curios,

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Reading Lately – Spring 2023

April 1, 2023

What I’m reading lately…the 3 books to order right now! Curl up with a cozy throw, brew up a cup of tea, and while the spring rains of April shower down dive into a delicious read! Classic Style: Hand It Down, Dress It Up, Wear It Out by Kate Schelter “A classic is timeless and…

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Bows & Bunnies – An Easter Table

March 24, 2023

Celebrate a joyous Easter with a colorful Easter table filled with spring florals, vintage linens, cabbage ware, and Bavarian china + an easy napkin folding trick! Once upon a time there were four little rabbits, and their names were — Flopsy, Mopsy, Cottontail, and Peter. I found this darling vintage tablecloth at a thrift store,…

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My Interior Decorating Philosophy & How To Craft Your Own

March 3, 2023

Gain clarity and confidence when decorating your home with an interior decorating philosophy! Do you ever find yourself stymied by your decorating choices? Feeling like there are too many options… too many products? Staying true to your style can be daunting amongst the endless trends and design dos and don’ts! Or maybe…you give into your…

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3 Things You Should Know About Tobacco Leaf Porcelains

February 24, 2023

Curio IQ Series: Let’s take a short and sweet lesson in antiques! The 3 things you should know before buying and collecting Tobacco Leaf china. Tobacco Leaf porcelains are one of the most easily recognized china patterns out there. The distinctive multi-colored leaves and the bold pink flower instantly catches your eye. For centuries it…

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The Challenge to Decorating a Guest Room + 10 Essentials

February 24, 2023

Decorating a guest room: how to create a space that reflects your style and welcomes guests with open arms! What is the unique challenge of decorating a guest bedroom? Creating a space that showcases your personal style and interior tastes while at the same time considering your guests’ comfort and ease! Hospitality is the name…

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3 Books I've read lately and loved, including Kate Schelter's Classic Style.

Reading Lately – Spring 2023

April 1, 2023

What I’m reading lately…the 3 books to order right now! Curl up with a cozy throw, brew up a cup of tea, and while the spring rains of April shower down dive into a delicious read! Classic Style:…

Read More
An Easter table with bunnies and bows set with a vintage cloth, cabbage ware, and floral plates

Bows & Bunnies – An Easter Table

March 24, 2023

Celebrate a joyous Easter with a colorful Easter table filled with spring florals, vintage linens, cabbage ware, and Bavarian china + an easy napkin folding trick! Once upon a time there were four little rabbits, and their names…

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A look at Katherine's interior decorating philosophy and tips to create your own. Katherine in pink shawl arranges magnolia on her mantel

My Interior Decorating Philosophy & How To Craft Your Own

March 3, 2023

Gain clarity and confidence when decorating your home with an interior decorating philosophy! Do you ever find yourself stymied by your decorating choices? Feeling like there are too many options… too many products? Staying true to your style…

Read More
3 Things You Should Know About Tobacco Leaf Porcelains - graphic collage image

3 Things You Should Know About Tobacco Leaf Porcelains

February 24, 2023

Curio IQ Series: Let’s take a short and sweet lesson in antiques! The 3 things you should know before buying and collecting Tobacco Leaf china. Tobacco Leaf porcelains are one of the most easily recognized china patterns out…

Read More
Decorating a guest bedroom - floral chintz bedding with block print pillow

The Challenge to Decorating a Guest Room + 10 Essentials

February 24, 2023

Decorating a guest room: how to create a space that reflects your style and welcomes guests with open arms! What is the unique challenge of decorating a guest bedroom? Creating a space that showcases your personal style and…

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Katherine places Staffordshire flatback on mantel

3 Things You Should Know About Staffordshire Flatbacks

February 17, 2023

Curio IQ Series: Let’s take a short and sweet lesson in antiques! Today we are discussing collecting and decorating with Staffordshire flatbacks. Staffordshire flatbacks are my favorite English antique beating out transferware ceramics and even Wedgwood. I just…

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Our yellow and blue guest bedroom reveal that turned a sad boring room in to a happy yellow Grandmillennial retreat!

Yellow & Blue Guest Bedroom Reveal

February 13, 2023

Our yellow and blue guest bedroom reveal – this renovation turned a sad boring room in to a happy yellow Grandmillennial retreat for our guests! Anyone remember this sad SAD space from last fall? I try really hard…

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A pink, green, and red Valentine's Tablescape with Grandmillennial style and chintz linens

My Grandmillennial Chintz Valentine’s Tablescape

January 31, 2023

Communicate your love and devotion with a Grandmillennial Valentine’s tablescape covered in floral chintz, vintage Limoges, vibrant cabbage ware, and sweet treats! The Victorians believed in the language of flowers and their power to communicate love and friendship…

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