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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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Couple monogram decorates seating card display at this Southern wedding.

7 Signs You Are at a Southern Wedding

May 31, 2018

Ever wonder what makes a Southern wedding so distinctive? Read about 7 Southern wedding traditions and peculiarities that express our unique Southern joie de vivre. The cutting of the cake… the first dance… the throwing of the bouquet……

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Best of the Weekend – Link Up Party 18

May 26, 2018

I hope y’all have a fabulous long weekend and remember our troops’ sacrifices this Memorial Day! I am so excited to hear from you all about how my dining room DIY project turned out.  Go check it out…

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Blue dining room after DIY crown molding installation

8 Tricks to DIY Crown Molding

May 24, 2018

Install crown like a pro with these 8 tricks to DIY crown molding! Hey, y’all! I am excited to share our adventures in crown molding finally! I know, we sure took our sweet time finishing up this DIY…

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Naming your house: white brick house with dogwood trees in bloom

Naming Your House

May 24, 2018

Naming your house is a great way to define identity, add character, and show affection for that place we call home!   There’s no place like home.  There’s no place like home.  There’s no place like home. Home…

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Best of the Weekend Linkup Party

Best of the Weekend – Link Up Party 17

May 18, 2018

I’m in a bit of a rush this morning, so I’ll be back with my favorites from last week’s party! I am co-hosting with 3 other fabulous ladies: Ginnie from Hello Little Home | Facebook | Twitter |…

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Young blond in preppy wardrobe staples: white oxford, dark wash denims, heels, and scarf.

Preppy Wardrobe Staples – Spring

May 18, 2018

Add these 4 preppy wardrobe staples to your closet for effortless, classic style this spring! I truly enjoy putting outfits together, picking out what shirt would look best with this skirt or those pants and then accessorizing with…

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Best of the Weekend – Link Up Party 16

May 12, 2018

Happy early Mother’s Day! Hope you wonderful mamas have a fabulous, pampered weekend! On the blog this week, I am sharing a highly informative post about how to pack valuables like art, silver, and ceramics, so for all…

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Looking for a quick, light and healthy week day meal? Try these incredibly simple but oh so tasty tuna avocado open face sammies with pickled onion and almonds!

Tuna Avocado Open Face Sammies

May 11, 2018

Looking for a quick, light and healthy week day meal? Try these incredibly simple but oh so tasty tuna avocado open face sammies with pickled onion and almonds! We tried the most delicious tuna and avocado open face…

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