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

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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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Majolica & Oyster Collection

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Three’s Bar & Grill

June 16, 2017

Eat @ Three’s Bar & Grill Located in Kihei’s Kalama Village, Three’s is a wonderful lunch spot to rest and relax from all that souvenir shopping.  A unique blend of Hawaiian, Southwestern, and Pacific rim cuisine, this restaurant was started…

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Wailea Beach Resort, Maui HI

June 14, 2017

Where to Stay – The Wailea Beach Resort Located on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, the Wailea Marriott is a beautiful, newly renovated resort.  With three pool areas and seven different restaurants, the resort has plenty of…

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A Cozy Chic Family Room

June 9, 2017

Natural textures, chinoiserie accents, and a blue and white palette create a cozy yet chic family room! I am dreaming of new furniture in our family room. Our current sofa is about 9 years old, and while I…

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The perfect Lilly shift dress versatile enough for summer date nights and outdoor activities.

One Lilly Shift Dress Two Ways

May 27, 2017

The perfect Lilly shift dress versatile enough for summer date nights and outdoor activities. Is there anything better than a chic Lilly shift dress for summer?  Not possible –in my opinion at least!  Colorful Lilly Pulitzer dresses are…

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Forgo the expense and make your own pompom earrings! This is an easy DIY - great for craft parties!

Easy DIY Pompom Earrings

May 23, 2017

Forgo the expense and make your own pompom earrings! This is an easy DIY – great for craft parties! What’s not to love about pompoms? They are just so cheerful and whimsical.  You cannot help but smile!  Lately,…

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Southern mamas' advice - The best words of wisdom from our Southern mamas - take them to heart!

Southernisms: Mama Always Said…

May 13, 2017

Southern mamas’ advice – the best words of wisdom from our Southern mamas – take them to heart! As y’all know, Southern mamas are brimming over with important pearls of wisdom, and in honor of Mother’s Day this…

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This breezy tie waist skirt in pretty pastels is classic summer style!

Tie Waist Skirt in Pretty Pastels

May 12, 2017

This breezy tie waist skirt in pretty pastels is classic summer style! I wore this tie waist skirt in pretty pastels for a day out sightseeing and shopping in Lahaina while we were on Maui.  I love skirts…

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Make your Cinco de Mayo fiesta dazzle with this easy pineapple margarita on the rocks recipe.

Pineapple Margarita On the Rocks – Just in Time for Cinco de Mayo

May 4, 2017

Make your Cinco de Mayo fiesta dazzle with this easy pineapple margarita on the rocks recipe. Hosting a fun and fabulous Cinco de Mayo party this weekend? Want to try a new margarita? I’ve got you covered with…

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Grandmillennial Decor Under $150