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the Grandmillennial stylist,

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Family Room Fireplace Christmas Decorations

December 17, 2025

Come and explore my fireplace Christmas decorations where a gingerbread village is nestled amongst the holly and pine, copper lanterns shine, plaid ribbon twirls, and fairy lights twinkle. Don’t miss the little elf who snuck in for some mischievous fun! This Christmas garland idea and mantel decor is all about a classic holiday look with…

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Classic Christmas Table Decor

December 13, 2025

Inspiring magic with classic Christmas table decor and a delicious meal! Where and when does Christmas magic happen — that twinkle of joy that fills your heart with gladness and light? More often than not I think it is in little quiet moments that sneak up on us: It’s a happy little plate stack with…

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10 Gifts for the Discerning Collector

December 5, 2025

Exceptional vintage and antique gifts for even the most discerning of collectors! If you are hanging around Pender & Peony, chances are you yourself are a rather discerning collector, and I bet you know a few equally persnickety ones as well. We’ve got refined tastes and shrewd instincts, so the average pretty trinket doesn’t entice…

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Family Room Design Plans

December 3, 2025

Did you ever have a room that you just couldn’t figure out? It stumped you six ways to Sunday? You’ve tried different furniture, different furniture arrangements, and different decor, but it still doesn’t feel right. Yes? Well…that is our family room for me. The space is long and narrow at 20′ x 13′ with only…

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Fruity Festivity: Dining Room Christmas Decorations

November 26, 2025

When Spode’s Christmas tree pattern, classic plaid ribbon, and vintage beaded fruit meet in the dining room for a little fruity festivity you get one merry holiday look! In the dining room this year, I wanted to play with the juxtaposition of classic Christmas decor like Spode’s Christmas tree pattern and a traditional plaid with…

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Katherine hanging an ornament on colorful Christmas tree

A Chic & Pink White Christmas Tree

December 2, 2019

Decorate a white Christmas tree with oodles of color, paper snowflakes, chic ornaments, and vintage charm for a bright, festive look sure to make everyone smile! Mama taught me to never go half-way: “If one is pretty, two…

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Boxes, candy, little toys, ornaments, and twine mingle on this poinsettia paper for the supplies to make these advent calendar present ornaments

DIY Advent Calendar Ornaments

November 28, 2019

Create this charming DIY advent calendar to celebrate the joy of Christmas and spark quality family time! Plus the mini-boxes double as ornaments! Part of the magic of Christmas is family traditions and one of the most memorable…

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Layout of the 10 most useful tools for holiday decorating

My 10 Favorite Tools for Holiday Decorating

November 25, 2019

If you enjoy decking the halls for the holidays and crafting your own Christmas decor you need these 10 useful tools for holiday decorating. Y’all know I love to decorate my home for the holidays. I basically started…

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Mix complex plaids with deconstructed plaids in your Christmas decor like this placemat with a wide spaced plaid and this more complex plaid tablecloth.

Guide to Mixing Plaid Decor for the Holidays

November 25, 2019

10 ways to mix and match plaid decor for the ultimate festive look and feel this Christmas! Mad for plaid this holiday season? Me too! I can never get enough! Plaid decorations and tableware are perfect for the…

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Close up of my casual fall uniform

My Casual Fall Uniform

November 23, 2019

A casual fall uniform for those hectic schedules you can throw on and get out the door, while still looking smart and pulled together. When life gets hectic like it does in the autumn sometimes you just need…

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Antique white tureen filled with roasted brussel sprouts for a delicious Thanksgiving Side Dish

Thanksgiving Side Dish: Brussel Sprouts, Sweet Potatoes, & Beets

November 22, 2019

Roasted Brussel sprouts are a classic for Thanksgiving side dishes, but liven up this traditional recipe with a healthy twist by adding pickled beets and sweet potatoes! Brussel sprouts, beets, and sweet potatoes are three of my favorite…

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Bourbon and bitters pairings to serve at your next winter party

Bourbon & Bitters

November 21, 2019

Looking for a sophisticated cocktail idea that is sure to please all your dapper Southern gents and sassy belles? Try a bourbon and bitters bar station at your next cocktail party or dinner. Bourbon and bitters go together…

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Christmas aesthetic influenced by mountain home with rustic, woodsy vibes

5 Tips to Create a Christmas Aesthetic True to Your Style

November 18, 2019

With the plethora of Christmas decor styles out there from pastel glam to rustic farmhouse how do you achieve a Christmas aesthetic true to your style? Some of you lovely peonies may have a very distinct decor style…

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