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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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A look at the 5 strategies I use to put together a room color scheme

How I Put Together a Room Color Scheme

October 3, 2024

5 strategies to create a room color scheme for a traditional collected interior! You know those rooms that look straight out of a furniture brand’s catalog? Every hue is perfectly matched. Every piece of wood furniture has the…

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Autumn table decor with pretty floral chintz, plaid napkins, maple leaf china, and pumpkin floral centerpiece

My Formula for a Pretty Autumn Table with Chintz

September 25, 2024

It’s time to host a fall dinner for friends and family! Press the pretty linens; pull out your favorite seasonal china; and whip up a hearty meal with luscious wine. Set a pretty autumn table with these tips!…

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What you should buy at estate sales - sign for estate sale

What You Should Buy at Estate Sales

September 19, 2024

25 one of a kind treasures you should hunt at estate sales according to a Grandmillennial who resells and decorates! The other day I read this inane article on Martha Stewart “10 Things You Should Never Buy at…

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A magical autumn mantel arrangement with velvet mushrooms, Rose Medallion, fall leaves, bittersweet, and whimsical elves

Along the Forest Floor – An Autumn Mantel Whimsy

September 19, 2024

Decorating the mantel for autumn with whimsical mushrooms, lush florals, bittersweet, Rose Medallion, and one playful elf! Don’t miss my tips for temple jar floral arrangements below. I did not intend to do much on this mantel for…

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Gingerbread Forest Christmas garland kit mock-up

2024 Christmas Garland Kits

September 12, 2024

A festive statement Piece that will last years to come! Jolly Blossoms Garland Kit Want to take the guesswork out of your mantel decor this holiday season? Order one of my Christmas Garland Kits and bring festive magic…

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Tips for designing a nursery. Nursery rocker in green boy's nursery with woodland themed wallpaper and decor

Tips for Designing a Nursery

September 11, 2024

How to design a nursery: 10 Tips to create a nursery that is both pretty and practical! Living and using our nursery in various iterations over the past 8 months, I’ve learned a few keys to creating a…

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A view into our baby boy's green woodland nursery

Our Green Woodland Nursery Reveal

September 7, 2024

Transforming an outdated bedroom into a peaceful green woodland nursery with cozy vintage vibes perfect for our baby boy James. 9 months in the making…………..no not baby James — our nursery! LOL I’m all for slow thoughtful design,…

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In my mom uniform era: Target All in Motion pants and LandsEnd tunic top

In My Mom Uniform Era

August 15, 2024

What to wear, eat, join, and buy postpartum for a thriving 4th trimester! Having a baby is hard work, but I bet you knew that! Everyone does, but the reality of it doesn’t really hit until several weeks…

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