A collage of classically charming curios
styled desk with personal stationery, calendar, and fresh flowers
Katherine's Grandmillennial living room in green and white with chintz

Join me in...

pursuing classically charming curios

imagining joyful pleasures for gracious living

creating traditional interiors with colorful frills

Hi Lovely!

Thank you for stopping by

Pender & Peony

My Blog & Curated Shop

I'm Katherine

the Grandmillennial stylist,

curator of curios,

& writer in residence

Get to know me better!

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…

Read

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…

Read

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…

Read

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…

Read

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…

Read

Majolica & Oyster Collection

Shop Now

New in the shop...

Join the P&P Social Circle:

  • Access to exclusive content like the 75 search keywords to hunt vintage & antique decor online!
  • 20% Off The Grandmillennial's Pocket Guide
  • Weekend Circle Edit with decorating tips and antique 101 lessons

Let's Stay Connected!

* indicates required

Lately on the blog...

Katherine and James laughing. Some thoughts on motherhood

On Motherhood

May 10, 2025

  May 2023 after a successful IVF stimulation cycle, we had one viable embryo to transfer. ONE! One chance at having our own baby. That’s him right there. Our miracle baby! Can you believe it? Sometimes I can’t!…

Read More
Title graphic: Wedgwood purple floral plates with text overlay: What's my antique dish worth?

What’s My Antique Dish Worth?

May 8, 2025

5 Tips to help you determine the worth of your antique or vintage dinnerware! Today, I wanted to share some of my advice on collecting and/or re-selling antique dishes and determining the value. Obviously, the first step in…

Read More
Traditional dining room in aqua and white with grandmillennial decor

Infuse Historic Charm into a Builder Grade Home

April 25, 2025

10 Tips to bring historic charm and character to a new build or builder grade home. Let’s outdate that modern construction! Ban the sterile white box! Nix the cookie cutter uniformity! Bring on the warmth, character, and charm…

Read More
An Easter table in blue and white with Wedgwood Queen's Ware, chocolate bunnies, French wire basket filled with flowers, and April Cornell chintz tablecloth.

A Blue & White Wedgwood Easter Table

April 10, 2025

Let’s set an elegant Easter table in blue and white with Wedgwood Queen’s ware, chintz linens, spring florals, and chocolate bunnies! Welcome to my Easter tablescape friends! If you are hunting inspiration for your spring parties and holiday…

Read More
Boxwood and bunnies blue and white Easter mantel with Regency inspired decor

Boxwood & Bunnies Easter Mantel

March 27, 2025

A blue and white Easter Mantel with a Regency inspired aesthetic perfect for spring! Hello Spring. Blue and white is always right, but something about this timeless combo felt particularly fresh and inviting for my spring decor this…

Read More
Stephanie Perez Design traditional kitchen in white and black with checkerboard floor

Why I Love a Traditional Kitchen

February 20, 2025

Warm but classic… Functional but sophisticated… Striking but timeless… Ah the well designed traditional kitchen where the heart of your home marries style and function for timeless appeal! Traditional kitchens with their warm wood tones, natural materials, elegant…

Read More
Styling your hutch with Limoges, Rose Medallion, and Opaline glass

5 Tips for Styling Your Hutch

February 5, 2025

At a loss for how to style your hutch? Read my 5 tips to elevate your hutch style below! I found this corner hutch a few years ago now, and it is one of my favorite pieces to…

Read More
A red and pink Valentine's Day mantel with crafted paper heart doily garland, gingham ribbon, love letters, and blooms

A Valentine’s Day Mantel with Paper Heart Doilies

January 30, 2025

A red and pink Valentine’s Day mantel featuring a crafted paper heart doily garland, gingham ribbon, love letters, and beautiful blooms. Don’t miss the video below to learn how I made the heart garland! I cannot believe in…

Read More

Grandmillennial Decor Under $150