Home Holiday Update with Serena and Lily

I’m so excited to share my first few fully decorated spaces in partnership with Serena and Lily! I’ve been transforming these spaces over the last few weeks and I’m so happy with how they’ve come together. This year’s decor feels like it’s truly “me” and I hope it inspires you to create a look this holiday season that speaks to you!

Starting in the entryway, I’ve decorated our Balboa Dresser with just a few small seasonal touches. I’ve layered on some neutral colored books and ceramic houses on top of our Portland Bone Inlay Tray. I love the mix of neutrals here that creates a subtle and tonal look. I’ve added in some simple faux winter stems to complete the styling here.

In our living room I’ve added a lot of really fun holiday pieces. The showstopper in this room is the 24” Pinecone Wreath. It’s such a stunning piece so I’ve added it to our fireplace as a focal point. I changed up the layout this year and placed our tree by the staircase instead of the mantle to spread the holiday decor out a bit more evenly in the room. Next to the fireplace I’ve brought in our Teak Ladder in White with the Ashland Throw in Heathered Coastal Blue, and the Milo Alpaca Throw in Oatmeal. I love the cozy feel they add to the space while bringing in just a touch of color to tie in with the blue velvet bow on the Pinecone Wreath.

On the sofa I’ve brought in a new collection of pillows to give the space a wintery feel. I’ve added in a couple more touches of blue throughout to tie in with the colors by the fireplace. I will link all of the pillows below. I always gravitate towards any embroidered style pillow from Serena and Lily because they’re so high quality and give any space an elevated feel. I’ve also incorporated their new Bowden Pillow, and love the fringe of the edges—it has such a custom feel to it.

On our Hunter Coffee Table I’ve layered in the striped glass vases, and have added in one of my favorite coffee table books along with a candle and small wooden chain link object to complete the styling there. I always love using real flowers and greenery, so I’ve included some seasonal flowers in the smaller vase to pull in a touch of green. I really love the added texture of the raised white stripes and the handmade feel of these vases.

In our primary bedroom I’ve added a few seasonal touches. I’ve done the smaller 18” Pinecone Wreath above our bed, and added in some cozy touches with a couple Blakely Plaid Pillow Cover in Chambray, and the Hillview Lumbar Pillow in Sand.

I’ve dressed up our Blake Dresser with a faux garland, and a set of Taper Candles in Sterling. It’s such a pretty blue color and ties in with the blue velvet ribbon on our Pinecone Wreath so well. I’ve really been loving the blue theme that I’ve carried throughout out home this season. It feels very festive and polished while maintaining the calm and tranquil feel I always strive for.

I hope you’ve enjoyed my holiday home tour, and have been inspired as you pull together your holiday decor this year to create a space you love and are excited to welcome family and friends into this season!

*This post is sponsored by Serena and Lily, a brand I love. All opinions are my own.

Holiday Moodboards

Today I’m sharing some holiday decor inspiration in the form of a few mood boards. I know this is about the time most people start putting up their decor, so I thought you might enjoy seeing some stylish and affordable options to freshen up some key spaces. I’ve been enjoying a lot of neutral looks I’ve seen in recent seasons, so I’ve stuck with a very soft palette across all of these boards.

Living Room

Dining Room

Entryway

Gifts for the Home Chef

Today I’m sharing our kitchen shelves all dressed up for the holidays along with some great gifts for anyone who loves to cook! We love cooking and baking in our house, so I had a lot of fun sourcing these affordable options from Walmart!

One gift I picked up for our house was this slow cooker. I love the white and gold details, and it even includes a lid rest! It’s from the Drew Barrymore Beautiful line, which includes so many kitchen appliances with such beautiful styling you’ll want to keep them on your countertop! I will link some of my picks below.

Walmart has a ton of curated gift guides to help you find the perfect gift for everyone on your list this season! You can shop by price, with gift guides starting at under $15, under $25, and under $50! As well as gifts guides for him, her, kids, and teens! It’s really a one stop shop to cover everyone on your list.

I’m going to link all my picks for the home chef below! I included another one of our newer kitchen appliances on the list—our Ninja Foodi Smoothie Bowl Maker, which is on sale for $74 right now! It makes the best smoothies because of the built in paddles that allow for better blending, so your smoothie is really thick and creamy!

*This post is sponsored by Walmart. All opinions are my own.

Guest Ready Bathroom Essentials with Walmart

With only a few weeks to go before Thanksgiving I’m making sure every space in my home is guest ready! It’s never fun to scramble to pull together these small details closer to the holidays, so I’m getting an early start this year. I found all the finishing touches I needed from Walmart Home to stay on budget and spruce our bathroom up for guests this season! Even though we’ll be hosting small gatherings with family, I still want them to feel welcome when they’re in our home.

I’ve upgraded our soap dispenser to this pretty textured ceramic dispenser for under $14! I love the additional texture it adds to the space and that it gives our bathroom a more elevated feel than having the disposable plastic container out. It’s also more environmentally friendly since you can use the large soap refill packs instead. This design also comes in stackable jar set and toothbrush holder to help you corral all your bathroom essentials stylishly.

I also grabbed this Salted Coconut and Mahogany candle to light when we have guests over. It smells great and is so large for only $12! It comes in a bunch of other great scents, too! I always feel like lighting a candle is such a simple touch to create a welcoming environment for guests that feels extra special.

Did you know Walmart offers free curbside pickup? It’s so convenient and has become one of my new go-to’s! I was able to pick my items up curbside within a few hours after ordering online. I’m going to link a few more festive bathroom finds from Walmart below, starting at only $12!

*This post is sponsored by Walmart. All opinions are my own.

Gift Guides

It’s that time of year again! I’m going to be sharing all my holiday gift guides here, and will be adding to them daily! Please let me know on instagram if you have a category in mind that you’d like to see!

Mantel Styling with Walmart

Today I’m sharing a fun mantel styling idea! Styling is one of my favorite things, and this holiday season I’m going to be sharing our mantel styled a couple different ways to help give you ideas for your home this season. I’ve put together a neutral and cozy look with the help of Walmart, that would work especially well if you have your tree close to the fireplace like ours is.

I tend to feel like adding in more green in the garland on the mantel with the tree really close feels a little heavy, so I found a ton of great, affordable wooden garlands at Walmart that are such a fun alternative! They offer such a great assortment of styles in neutral finishes, and most are under $7! I used three different types for our mantle. I tied together two of the 6’ Natural Wood Bead Garlands, one of the 12’ Natural Wood Bead Garland, and one of the 6’ White Wool Ball Garland. I’m going to link more of my pretty garland finds below.

I also added in these twinkle lights inside some lanterns on the floor to make the space feel a little more magical! I love the soft glow they add into the space, and think they would make great fall decor as well! They’re battery operated and come in two colors—silver and copper.

I love that Walmart has so many on-trend holiday decor that’s under budget! This look was so affordable to put together. Walmart is really a one stop shop to help make your home cozy and inviting this holiday season! I’ve linked some more holiday decor finds below, and added in some more cozy finds like these gift-worthy slippers and pjs!

*This post is sponsored by Walmart. All opinions are my own.

Fall Tablescape

From the moment our new Serena and Lily Faux Bois Dining Table and Shore Dining Chairs arrived I couldn’t wait to style them! Today on the blog I’m sharing a fall tablescape idea that I plan to use for my family this Thanksgiving. Our table before this was an apartment sized table, so regular sized dinner plates, placements, and decor didn’t really fit. Since our new table is 55” in diameter, I have plenty of room for all the tabletop decor I need to put together a beautiful tablescape for four!

I kept my tablescape fairly casual since my husband and I prefer the more comfortable feel of a relaxed holiday meal. I started with some simple whitewashed wooden chargers to add in a touch more warmth to the space and tie the dining chairs into the all white table. I’ve layered in some of our everyday plates, and elevated the look with the Salento Linen Napkins in Fog to make things feel bit more special. I always like to add in a touch of nature so I’ve done a small sprig of fall foliage on top of each napkin. I love the simple but thoughtful feel it adds to the table.

In the center of the table I’ve created a focal point with a set of Taper Candles in Fog in simple brass candle holders. I always love to include candles whenever I can in any tablescape to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. I believe these thoughtful details always make for a more memorable meal. I love the soft gray blue color of the fog candles, which give the space just a touch of color. The Taper Candles paired with the coordinating Salento Linen Napkins in Fog really give this tablescape an effortless yet custom feel.

The Faux Bois Dining Table and Shore Dining Chairs really shine in this fall-inspired tablescape. The faux twig table base and natural edge of the tabletop really help contribute to the one-of-a-kind feel this space has. Putting together this fall tablescape was so much fun, and certainly a dream come true for me to finally have the means to host a family meal with a table that has plenty of space for everyone to relax and enjoy! I hope this simple styling idea has inspired you this upcoming holiday season!

With about five weeks to go before Thanksgiving, there’s still plenty of time to upgrade your dining space with new furniture or decor. I’m going to link a few of my favorite dining furniture and tabletop decor below!

*This post is sponsored by Serena & Lily, a brand I love. All opinions are my own.

Dining Room Updates with Serena and Lily

I’m so excited to reveal our new dining room with you all today! This space has been on my list to update for quite a while now, and I’m so happy to share our beautiful new table and chairs from Serena and Lily!

Since we live in a small home, it’s very important to us that every single space is not only comfortable and functional, but it’s one that we’re excited to use and spend time in. We wanted to update our dining space with a new table and chairs that had a more comfortable and casual feel to them. We really wanted something that we’d want to spend time lounging in, rather than leaving us wanting to immediately head into the living room to sit on the sofa after a meal. The view out our sliding doors is one of my favorites, and I wanted to create a space for us to relax and take it in.

From the moment I saw the new Shore Dining Chair I knew it would be the perfect fit for the space! I love the more relaxed look of the rattan frame, with such beautiful lines that can elevate any dining space. The comfort and durability of the easy-to-clean seat cushion made with their Perennials fabric makes it worry free! I have this same cushion on my Balboa Armchair in my office, and it’s been holding up really well.

With so much furniture on backorder these days I really wanted my online search to only include pieces that were available and ready to ship. Thankfully, Serena and Lily has just incorporated a new feature on their website that allows you to filter for pieces that are available and ready to ship in under 4 weeks! This filter option has been so helpful for me when browsing their site lately for myself and when sourcing for my e-design clients! It really makes shopping easy and worry free, since you know that everything you’re seeing is able to be delivered to your door in under 4 weeks.

I used this filter when shopping for our new dining set, and it was so nice to only see options that I knew could arrive before the holidays. I also upgraded our table to the stunningly beautiful Faux Bois Dining Table. It’s truly a work of art. I love the unique look of this piece and all the texture it adds to the space! The faux twig base combined with the reconstituted stone top give it such a beautiful organic feel, while the crisp white color keeps it feeling fresh and bright.

Serena and Lily’s new availability filter is a game changer when it comes to shopping for the holidays this time of year. If you’re searching for new pieces for your home that you’d like to have in time for the holidays, be sure you make use of this very helpful new tool! Our new table and chairs are still in stock and ready to ship, so you can bring them home before Thanksgiving! I know we’re excited to make use of this space this holiday season. I’m going to link a few of my favorite pieces that I found via the new availability tool that deliver in under 4 weeks below!

*This post was sponsored by Serena and Lily, a brand I love. All opinions are my own.

Fall Dresser Styling

Today I’m sharing three ways to style a dresser for fall! I know it’s sometimes hard to decorate for fall while keeping a light and airy palette, so I’m sharing a few looks that incorporate a cozy vibe into your space without making it feel dark. I’m also going to share sources to the exact styling pieces I’ve used, and some similar pieces to those that aren’t available online so you can achieve the same look!

Option 1

For this look, I’ve added in a lot a layers with many levels of height. I’ve chosen some fall foliage as the centerpiece on top on a small stack of books, and layered in a small art piece and set of candle holders. I’ve kept the tallest pieces in the center of the dresser, and gradually layered in shorter pieces on the ends.

Option 2

For the second look, I’ve brought in some extra tall faux stems and allowed them the gently drape over about half of the dresser for a dramatic look. I’ve added in a small vintage style art piece in a tall palette, and layered in some wooden candle holders for warmth.

Option 3

For the last option, I’ve grounded the look with a large tray to corral the books and candleholders, and layered in two vases with tall florals and greenery for a bigger impact.

Gifts For The Home

Have you started your holiday shopping yet? I’ve been trying to get mine done earlier and earlier each year, and my goal this year is to be 100% done before Thanksgiving! This week I purchased an early gift for our household that we’re really enjoying. The blender we got as a wedding gift unexpectedly broke, so I upgraded it with the Ninja Foodi Smoothie Bowl Maker from Walmart Home, and got it delivered to our doorstep within one day!

This smoothie maker is awesome, because it has a built in tamper so it can make thick spoonable smoothie bowls, nut butters, and even ice cream! I like my smoothies really thick and the tamper makes it easy to quickly get the consistency I like. It would be a great holiday gift for anyone on your list!

Walmart Home has a ton of carefully curated gift guides to help you find the perfect gift for everyone on your list this holiday season! They have a nice range of price points to fit your budget, including gifts under $25, gifts under $50, and gifts under $100, as well as premium gifts!  I’m going to share a few of my favorite gifts for the home below. They also offer free 2-day shipping and returns on purchases of $35 or over! 

* This post is sponsored by Walmart, all opinions are my own.

My Serena and Lily Fall Design Event Picks

The Fall Design Event is on at Serena & Lily! Everything is 20% off with code: NEWSEASON! Now is a great time to bring home the pieces you’ve been eyeing—especially if you’d like to enjoy them this holiday season! I’m going to share a few of my favorite pieces in our home today.

Pillows

Serena & Lily has some of the best quality pillows and throws you can find! I love incorporating them throughout our home. They are so easy to mix and match, which makes rearranging them fun, too!

Rugs

Wallpaper

Serena & Lily’s wallpaper selection is amazing! I’ve used a few prints in my home, and they are my go-to when sourcing for clients. The paper is thick and good quality, which makes for easy install!

Dining Chairs

Lighting

One of my favorite categories of products they sell—lighting! Good quality lighting makes a huge impact in a space, and can make a lasting impression on a design. I always invest in the best quality lighting I can afford when budgeting for a new project.

Statement Furniture

Accessories

Living Room Decor Refresh

It’s been a while since I’ve changed up the decor in our living room, so I wanted to do a quick and affordable refresh for fall! I wanted to keep the space feeling cozy, and welcoming by adding in some textured neutrals. With the help of Walmart and their new Wow & Now section I was able to find everything I needed to give our space a new look!

The Walmart Wow & Now section has become my new go-to when I need something that’s affordable and on trend. I found these pretty pillows from the Gap Home and My Texas House lines to change up the look on my sofa. I was very impressed with the quality and high end look for such an affordable price. I was able to get all of these pillows for under $85!

I love the texture that these pillows add to the space. The lumbar pillow is reversible! I also brought in this new candle for the coffee table for $12!

I rounded up some more of my favorite finds from the Walmart Wow & Now section right now. The selection changes often, so don’t wait to grab what catches your eye!

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*This post is sponsored by Walmart, all options are my own.

Entryway Makeover

I’m so excited to share our entryway makeover today! This space has been in need of an update for a while now, and I’m so happy with how much more functional and beautiful it is! I really wanted our entryway to make a statement, and give our guests a great first impression. With the help of Serena & Lily, we have definitely accomplished that!

You may not remember, but this space used to be my office! It’s originally meant to be a breakfast room, but the formal dining room is literally ten feet away, so we opted to use it as an entryway and second office for the past few years. Since our house is about 1500 square feet, we needed every space to be functional, and after turning our guest room upstairs into my new office, we no longer needed a desk in this space.

I’m always looking for ways to maximize the storage and functionality in our home, and since this wall is right next to our garage door I wanted to incorporate a piece with a ton of storage for our most used items.

I’m a huge fan of using dressers in more than just bedrooms, and the Balboa Wide Dresser in Mist was the perfect fit for our entryway! It has six large drawers that we can now use to store all the necessities we need as we’re heading out the door. For now, I’ve stored outerwear and dog items in here, and it’s so nice to have everything we need right at our fingertips!

One of my favorite things about Serena & Lily dressers is the uniqueness of the styling, and how they can easily be incorporated into any room in the house. I love the longer length of the legs on the Balboa Dresser, and the brass end caps on the legs are such a nice polished detail. The mist rattan gives this piece an elevated, casual feel that’s very warm and inviting.

I’ve also incorporated the Portland Bone Inlay Tray to act as a catchall for smaller items we need to set down as we walk through the door. The details and intricacy on this piece are stunning, and really makes this feel unique and special. Serena & Lily has such a great selection of trays that work for any space in your home to keeps items corralled, while adding another layer to ensure your space feels styled with intention. I’m going to link a few of my favorites below.

I love the combination of textures at play in this space. Since I like to design with a lot of whites and neutrals, I find it’s very important to consider the materials that you’re including in the space to ensure it feels warm and welcoming. I’m going to share a few of my go-to pieces from Serena & Lily below that are sure to add plenty of texture to any space.

Overall, we’re so happy with how this entryway makeover turned out. It puts a smile on my face every time I pass by it throughout the day, and instantly makes me feel relaxed the second I come home. It feels not only like a reflection of us, but it serves as the perfect sneak peek of the look and feel of the rest of our home. It’s more than I’d ever dreamed this space could become! I’m going to share a before and after image of this space to show just how far we’ve come in the last four years!

*This post is sponsored by Serena & Lily, a brand I love. All opinions are my own.

Guest Bathroom Details

If you’ve been following my stories on Instagram, you know that I just completed a very impromptu makeover of our guest bathroom. To make a long story short, our shower curtain fell down recently and created a large rip in our wallpaper that we couldn’t repair. One thing led to another, and now our bathroom has a fun new look!

I just incorporated all of the final touches in the space, with some help from the Walmart Wow & Now section! It was so easy to find a lot of great styling and organization pieces all in one place. I love that they have curated a dedicated section in select stores and online that showcases an assortment of top-trending items at affordable prices. Since this bathroom makeover wasn’t quite planned, I wanted to make sure I stayed on budget, and Walmart Home helped me make sure of that.

The first thing I knew I wanted to incorporate into the space were these striped towels from the new Gap Home collection. I love the pop of color they add. They’re so soft, and come in a set of six for under $40!

The Walmart Wow & Now section has great affordable finds in a ton of categories. Since I was already shopping for my bathroom, I decided to create a roundup of a few of my favorite bathroom finds which I’ll share below. The assortment changes all the time, so make sure to bring home your favorites so you don’t miss out!

Another piece I added to the bathroom was this woven water hyacinth tank basket. Since this space has a lot of white, I wanted to make sure it had some warmth as well. This basket helps achieve that and keeps the essentials organized! We are so happy with how this space turned out!

*This post is sponsored by Walmart, all opinions are my own.

Labor Day Sales

Home Decor

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Anthropologie: 20% off select ready to ship furniture and decor

Arhaus: Special pricing on select items

Ballard Designs: Up to 30% off sitewide

Collection Prints: Up to 30% off sitewide

Lulu & Georgia: 20% off your purchase with code: LABORDAY20

McGee and Co: 15% off sitewide. Use code: BYESUMMER

Overstock: Up to 70% off and free shipping

Pottery Barn: Up to 70% off, extra 20% off clearance, free shipping on orders of $99 or more. Use code: LABORDAY

Serena and Lily: Free shipping on everything with code: YOUPICK

Wayfair: Up to 70% off and free shipping over $35

Clothing

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American Eagle/Aerie: 25-60% off entire collection

Abercrombie: Up to 40% off select styles, free shipping over $75

J Crew: 40% off full price, extra 50% off sale with code: HELLOFALL

LOFT: 50% off two styles, 40% off one style with code: YIPPEE

Madewell: 30% off sale items with code: CHEERS

Budget Friendly Fall Decor

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August Favorites

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Living Room Refresh With Serena and Lily

I’m so excited to finally share our living room refresh with you all today! I was able to partner with one of my very favorite brands, Serena and Lily, to make a few changes to the space to give it an updated feel and add a bit more function to the space.

For the last few years we’ve have an ottoman in the space. While that was cozy to kick our feet up on, we really lacked flat surfaces to set drinks or snacks. This summer, my husband and I have started a fun tradition of sitting down here almost every night and watching a movie. As a small business owner I tend not to set aside much time for relaxing, but our nightly movies have been what I look forward to most each day lately.

I’ve had my eye on the Hunter Coffee Table for quite a while, and it was the perfect dimensions for our space! I love the clean lines and soft gray tones of the saltwash finish. It has a slightly weathered finish which gives it a great organic feel. I love the x style base, which could also be a fun place to store book or magazines! Serena and Lily has the best selection of coffee tables with so many unique and interesting materials. I will link some of my favorites below!

I also added in a second Pinecrest Side Table and Maybrook Table Lamp so that they flank the sofa. The Pinecrest Side Table offers so much additional storage! I love that the large cabinet can store blankets, the small drawer easily hold remotes and extra coasters, and the pull out tray is the perfect place to keep your drink at arms length.

The Maybrook Table Lamp is a favorite of mine because it has a built in dimmer switch, so we can get the lighting just right. Now that we have one of each side of the sofa we like to dim them really low so they give off a true movie theater atmosphere right in our own home! It’s also such a beautifully made piece, in the perfect tone of brass! I like that the glass bases allow light through and don’t clutter this small space.

Since we don’t yet have an overhead light in this space, having two layers of lighting really helps keep things bright at night. Adding in the second end table and lamp really draws your eye to either side of the room, making it appear larger which is always a plus when you have a small space!

I previously had our Piedmont Martini Table on the left side of the sofa, so I was able to move it next to our armchair. We’d also been lacking a little table for that space, so now every seat is super functional! The room really feels complete now.

We’re so happy with how much these new pieces have improved our living room, and look forward to our movies nights in this space every day! Sharing a before and after image below because sometimes I can’t believe how far this space has come since we moved in four years ago!

*The post is sponsored by Serena and Lily, a brand I love. All opinions are my own.

Affordable Bathroom Designs

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My Serena and Lily Tent Sale Picks

The Serena and Lily Tent Sale is going on right now, and today I’m sharing all of my picks! The sale just got even better because you can now use code: GOINGFAST for an additional 20% off everything that’s already on sale! I found a lot of pieces that we have in our home are a part of the sale, so I’m going to share them all here!

Serena and Lily has some of my favorite pillows, and I rounded up the very best deals on them right now!

My oversized chunky knit blanket is on sale for 55% off right now!! Comes in two colors.

My desk lamp is 43% off right now! It is the perfect brass tone, and has a built in dimmer switch!