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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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Fall Fashion Finds

October 3, 2018

Great deals on fall fashion finds plus a mini try-on session over on IG! Hey y’all just dropping in to share with you the fall fashion finds I’ve been buying for the seasons ahead! I’ve found some great…

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5 Tips to Set a Glam Halloween Table

October 1, 2018

Dreaming up a fabulous Halloween party this year? Start with a glam Halloween table to dazzle your guests with some spooky style! Happy Halloween! It is never too early to start planning for fall festivities, and with the…

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Navy Work Dress from Gal Meets Glam Collection

September 30, 2018

Looking for a chic, easy to wear navy work dress? Look no further than the Annie dress from Gal Meets Glam Collection! *Affiliate Links Used.* In all honesty, I do not wear dresses very often to work anymore.…

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Cinnamon Ginger Applesauce Recipe

September 25, 2018

Elevate your applesauce recipe with cinnamon, ginger, and honey for a healthy autumn snack that’s not just for the kids! Every autumn my mother makes the most delicious applesauce recipe and cans it for us to enjoy year…

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Autumn Adventures: My Fall Bucket List

September 20, 2018

Her heart was filled with flutter and wonder. ~ Emma, Jane Austen This is how I feel every year as autumn begins to meander in with her crisp air…cool, misty mornings…and burst of color. I get fluttery about…

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Transition Summer Staples to Fall

September 12, 2018

Looking for fall transition outfits? I’m sharing easy and affordable style tricks to transition summer staples to fall!  Get more wear out of your favorite little white dress, summer shorts, and palazzo pants! In early September, the weather…

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Dahlias Don’t Multitask

September 6, 2018

A lesson from a dahlia: thoughts on time management, the power of singular concentration, and the pitfalls of multitasking. Dahlias have no fragrance. Did you know that? I wandered through a field of them and there was absolutely…

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5 Chinoiserie Chic Decorating Tips

September 2, 2018

Need help incorporating the Chinoiserie look in your home? Read these 5 tips to master Chinoiserie chic decorating!   There is just something about the Chinoiserie aesthetic that appeals.  It is bold; it is exotic; it is fanciful; it…

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