8 Favorites For Outdoor Entertaining In Style

ONE - Everyone needs a fire pit to properly entertain outside! This hand-crafted COPPER FIRE PIT features an iron grate, as well as removable parts for easy cleaning.

TWO - Nothing says summer dining like a THREE TIER PLATTER of your favorite seafood! This aluminum, iron display can hold your oysters, shrimp, mussels, lobster and make for quite the centerpiece on your outdoor table.

THREE - All about the handle detail on this acacia wood SERVING SET!

FOUR - These BLUE RIM WOVEN PLACEMATS come in a set of six. My favorite aspect of this set is that the holder is ideal for practical reasons BUT when not in use, it also acts as nice decor on your table.

FIVE - This ice bucket has an eye catching woven jute exterior and a durable galvanized iron interior. Keep your drinks chilled while displayed in style in this BEVERAGE TUB.

SIX - These linens are an easy update to your table decor: GINGHAM NAPKINS.

SEVEN - When entertaining outside, games are a must. This HORSESHOE SET includes four horseshoes, two steel stakes, a rule book and a wooden carrying case.

EIGHT - This bamboo FLATWARE SET will be a great addition to your outdoor dining.

8 Storage Solutions To Organize Your Home

From your play room to your kitchen, every area of your home needs a solution for all the SH*T that is just thrown around. Most of us use plain clear bins and baskets to organize each space but it’s time to switch it up and go with something a little more appealing! Below are 8 of my favorite unique, fun and tasteful solutions for all your storage struggles.

ENJOY. . .

ONE - These natural rattan baskets come in a set of two; this duo includes one large (13”w x 8”d x 8”h) sized basket and one medium (10.6”w x 7”d x 7”h) sized basket. I own several items from this company that I have purchased for my daughter’s nursery but THIS BASKET SET has always been a favorite! Although this company is catered towards children’s home decor, I love the idea of using these baskets as storage in a family room or home office.

TWO - This container will stand out in style sitting in your kitchen or mudroom! THIS PET FOOD CONTAINER is made from stainless steel, displays clean lines and is finished off with charming leather handles. Size of container: 12.5"w x 9.5”d x 17.7”h and holds 28.5 LBS.

THREE - This is for all the parents out there that are constantly trying to organize their kid’s sports stuff that is thrown all over the mudroom, foyer and rest of the home. THIS INDUSTRIAL METAL CART, that can be easily moved with its four casters, can store all the baseball bats, balls and any other sports equipment. There are two smaller, outer bins, that can hold items such as gloves and shin guards. Size of cart:  34"w x 20”d x 30" h.

FOUR - I’ve seen this sturdy storage basket in person and it is ideal for hiding away your sweaters, bedding and books! Choose this basket if you are looking for a SLEEK, MODERN SOLUTION FOR UNDER YOUR BED. Size of basket: 32"w x 17"d x 6.5"h.

FIVE - If this isn’t the cutest play room storage, I don’t know what is! These X-LARGE LEGO STORAGE DRAWERS are such a creative storage solution to hide away your kid’s toys! Size of drawer: 19.5"w x 9.75”d x 7.25"h

SIX - This versatile storage container has a wood handle that allows you to easily transport it from room to room. THIS WOOD HANDLE STORAGE CADDY can be used to hold toys in the playroom or organize the toiletries in your master bath. Size of caddy: 14.6"w x 8.3"d x 9.4"h.

SEVEN - This charming woven and leather basket would look beautiful displayed under a bench or in a bookshelf. THIS BASKET can store your books, trinkets, and other important keepsakes. Size of basket: 18”w x 14”d x 13"h.

EIGHT - It’s time to organize the pantry! THESE NORDIC BASKETS WITH BAMBOO LIDS have integrated handles and ventilated holes so that you can easily see what is inside. The labeled tags in the front make all my organization dreams come true! The labels are dry erase so they can be wiped off and re-labeled whenever you would like.

• Small Size: 11"w x 14.4"d x 4" h

• Medium Size: 11"w x 14.4"d x 6" h

• Large Size: 11"w x 14.4"d x 8" h

Favorite Coffee Table Books

MY TIPS FOR PURCHASING COFFEE TABLE BOOKS FOR YOUR HOME:

• Choose what INTERESTS YOU, not just what looks pretty

• Select books that will GRAB THE ATTENTION of your guests! Your friends will love to skim through books

• Books are one of MY FAVORITE KEEP SAKES to bring home after I have traveled to a new place

• A coffee table book is a perfect GIFT to give a loved one

• Don’t be afraid of color! My home consists of mostly neutrals but books & art are the places to ADD BOLD COLORS into the mix

ONE - A perfect Mother’s Day present! I keep this MOTHER & CHILD book in Sterling’s nursery and I am always flipping through it when we are playing in her room.

TWO - Gift this to your your friend who loves fashion and travel! I’ve had this PLACES TO GO PEOPLE TO SEE book for years and I love how it adds color to my neutral living room palette.

THREE - I have been a fan of this artist for years so when I found out she was publishing a book, THE COLOR TEIL, I was so so excited to purchase! This one is definitely worth the purchase if you love abstract art.

FOUR - I featured this book on my blog several weeks back but I felt like it needed a re-appearance in today’s post. This NEW YORK TIMES CUSTOM BIRTHDAY BOOK is a great gift that will look beautiful displayed on your coffee table!

FIVE - This is a given for anyone who loves decorating! DOMINO, THE BOOK OF DECORATING will give you tips on how to decorate every aspect of your home.

SIX - I included this book because I love adding books to your collection that have meaning to you and your family. My husband and I visited NAPA VALLEY for our wedding anniversary last year so this book would be a nice addition to our collection.

SEVEN - I reference this book weekly for work! DREAM SPACES is a collection of Victoria Hagan’s simplistic yet luxurious design work.

SEVEN - I have had this book for years and I love flipping through it for fashion and design inspiration. TORY BURCH IN COLOR is constantly giving me ideas of how to introduce bold colors into a space!