Happy Sunday, everyone. In case you missed it, Emily and the amazing PDX gals made the best YouTube video. In order to start what we are officially now calling “The Carriage House” (the other home on her property from the 1850s), a major clean-out has begun. The video is fun, funny, and 100% Emily. Check it out here! Onto the links…
This week’s house tour is a feast for the eyes! Jacinta Platt, director of Design Scout, said, “No surface was left untouched. Every ceiling was considered, and there is not a white wall in the entire project.” I should also mention that their timeline was only six weeks! It’s an absolute must-see.
From Emily: The cutest wall frames for family photos (or any photos) from Etsy (and a long-time follower). Nothing makes me happier than ordering something from a small maker and finding out that they are a long-time reader/follower, so when I ordered these ADORABLE bobbin frames from Lily Field Studio (on Etsy), I was delighted to hear her response. I have a quick/fun partnership with Etsy (one of my favorite resources for shopping local/small/makers) so I’ll be featuring them more on social soon, but if you are wanting some elevated frames that are sweet, come in a lot of colors, are very high quality (lacquered, perfectly constructed) and with custom painted frame mattes, consider looking here. I LOVE them and wish I had ordered more big ones (just might) for up our stairway. Whimsical without being too “baby”. Thanks, Joanna! Also, follow her here!
Also From Emily: If you missed my annual supportive swimsuit post (yes, with my real body and never any photoshopping), my number #1 go-to suit is 25% off in some of the colors. I got another one in Navy! Go check out the post here too!
From Marlee: I know that the Supergoop Glowscreen has been around for quite a while, and I’m sure that it’s been included in the linkup before, but I just finally got around to trying it, and I finally understand the buzz. I’m finding myself wanting to wear it on days that I’m not even going to be outside. It has essentially the same effect as the Saie Glowy Super Gel (which is an everyday staple for me), so I’m so happy to have found an SPF alternative that I can wear during days out in the summer. I got the golden hour color, which blends out into a nice sun kissed bronzy glow. Fun fact, if you have an HSA, you can buy it with your HSA funds – yay for sun care!
The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is upon us!! Here’s a link to the preview so you can get your cart going if you needed some new things:)
From Gretchen: One of my favorite items of clothing to wear in the summer is a pair of flowy, breezy, lightweight linen pants. Lightweight linen? In summer? Groundbreaking, I know. Technically, these Cloud Gauze pants from L.L. Bean are cotton, but they have been my fave pants to reach for since this time last year. They’ve held up extremely well through many wears and washes, and their gauze-y texture is just so cute, breathable, and very comfortable. I wear a size large and love how they fit (I’m usually around a size 12 in regular pants) and how they swing on my body. I’m a pretty tall girl (5′ 9″), so these don’t quite hit me around the ankles like they do on the model–but I prefer them looking a little cropped! The wide leg and generous slit up the side make them extra cooling when the days are just too hot to handle.
Modern Traditional Bed | Modern Traditional Vanity Mirror | Modern Traditional Dresser
In case you missed it, Chris Loves Julia just launched a beautiful collab with Pottery Barn. There are only a handful of pieces, but they are all extremely thoughtful. We actually already used that amazing dresser in Jess’ modern traditional bedroom combo post. Go check out the rest of the collection here.
From Arlyn: Public service announcement! If you don’t already have a jar scraper spatula, I highly recommend you add one to your kitchen tool arsenal ASAP. It’s much more narrow/slender than your standard silicone spatula, which doesn’t always fit in the mouth of some jars. I was clearing out a peanut butter jar this morning with mine (I like this one) and realized I had never sung the praises of mine in a Link Up. Its purpose may seem pretty one-note, but I promise, you’ll use this thing all the time if you’re a saucy house. I also use mine to scrape bowls when cooking or baking, or just as a general spatula.
From Mallory: Have you ever been to the hair salon when nearly everyone in the salon breaks into a group conversation about periods?? I HAVE AND I FOUND OUT CRITICAL INFO. Apparently, there are these heat pads that are only $15, and they are super thin and go on the inside of your pants to help out with cramps. GAME CHANGER AND WHY DIDN’T I KNOW ABOUT THIS?!
From Jess: I checked, and I can’t believe I haven’t talked about this yet. For Christmas, my wonderful and cool cousin got me this exfoliating bar of soap. I think her words before gifting it to me were, “It’s not that exciting, but it has changed my life.” I was clearly intrigued, and once I used it, I got it. It smells amazing and fills my whole bathroom with the aroma. But most importantly, my skin always feels so good. It’s not cheap, but it’s lasted me quite a bit of time (6 months and I still have a few more for sure). It’s also a truly great gift, as proven with me:)
From Caitlin: Stop what you’re doing, put down all of your other books, ditch your podcasts, and listen to the audio version of Careless People, a memoir penned by Facebook’s former head of global policy. I’d been waiting for a copy from my local library for months when I saw I could stream the audiobook for free as part of my Spotify subscription, and I was hooked from the jump (even Dennis stopped what he was doing to listen in!). “Careless” is far too generous a word for the Facebook executive team, most of whom still lead the business today (I’d be more inclined to go for “psychotic” or “callous” or “cruel.”) This firsthand account makes Miranda Priestly look like a saint in comparison – chapter 32, in particular, left my blood boiling – and I struggle with knowing that these executives have amassed more money and power than all the kings of yore combined. It’s horrifying, it’s heartbreaking, and it’s frustrating (“just quit your job” or “grow a spine” were my constant refrains), but it’s also dryly humorous and even better when heard aloud. I spent the last week rushing to do the dishes or vacuuming so I’d have an excuse to tune in to a few chapters – it’s that juicy. (But be forewarned: If you’re on the fence about letting your kid get on social media, Careless People will radically shape your opinion.)
As always, thank you for stopping by and hanging out with us. See y’all tomorrow. xx
Opening Image Credits: via MyDomaine