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

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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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My Top 5 Healthy Living Strategies

May 2, 2017

5 Healthy Living Strategies to help you feel better, have more energy, and adopt a healthy lifestyle! Are you trying to eat and live more healthy? Me too, but sometimes it seems so complicated and practically impossible! We…

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Experience the aloha spirit and Hawaiian Ho'okipa at a joyful Hawaiian luau.

Aloha! A Hawaiian Luau

May 2, 2017

Experience the aloha spirit and Hawaiian Ho’okipa at a joyful Hawaiian luau. Aloha! While traveling in Maui this Southern girl truly felt the aloha spirit.  It was evident everywhere we went from the warm greetings of “Aloha!” to…

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Hawaiian souvenir shopping guide for Maui

Hawaiian Souvenirs: Shopping in Kihei

April 15, 2017

When shopping for Hawaiian souvenirs, the Kihei Kalama Village and the open air market on S. Kihei Road are must-stop destinations! There is a little bit of everything between these two locales from touristy knick-knacks (made in China)…

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Bring spring inside with fresh dogwood blooms for a stunningly simple spring mantle.

For Love of Dogwoods: A Simple Spring Mantle

April 15, 2017

Bring spring inside with fresh dogwood blooms for a stunningly simple spring mantle. *This post contains affiliate links.* Dogwoods are truly one of the most beautiful flowering trees in my opinion.  Their simple white or pink blooms are…

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Pink eyelet Easter dress perfect for spring

Pink Eyelet Easter Dress

April 9, 2017

A pretty pink eyelet Easter dress perfect for spring celebrations! Easter is only a week away, and I plan on wearing this pink eyelet Easter dress from Crown & Ivy for church, Easter lunch, and all the egg…

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Set a sophisticated Easter table with pastel details and rustic elements.

Set a Sophisticated Easter Table

April 9, 2017

Set a sophisticated Easter table with this mix of rustic tableware and pastel details. As a child Easter was always an important celebration in my family.  We woke up to beautifully decorated Easter baskets, donned new frocks, and…

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Exploring Hawaii's coral reefs, marine life, and pristine blue waters is an absolute requirement while visiting Maui. Head out on a glorious snorkeling adventure to Molokini with the Pride of Maui!

Snorkeling Adventure to Molokini

April 2, 2017

Exploring Hawaii’s coral reefs, marine life, and pristine blue waters is an absolute requirement while visiting Maui. Head out on a glorious snorkeling adventure to Molokini with the Pride of Maui! *This post was written in collaboration with…

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A gorgeous off-the-shoulder blue dress perfect for date night dinner or playing in the surf

In the Surf: Blue Off-the-Shoulder Dress

March 29, 2017

Hey y’all! Alas we are back from Maui, and I’ve got so much to share with you about our trip from the snorkeling adventure we took to Molokini to our favorite Maui restaurants.  But first I wanted to…

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