My Favorite Items From The Hearth & Home Collection with Magnolia

November 6, 2017

Happy Monday friends. I hope you had a good weekend. My weekend was busy but I did get to enjoy a bit of down time. I also went to Target to see their newest collaboration with Chip and Joanna Gains of Fixer Upper fame.

The highly anticipated Hearth & Hand collection debuted online and in Target stores Sunday and design lovers like myself were quick to head to the store to see it in person.

Many of the Hearth & Hand items were designed with a farmhouse aesthetic but I was pleasantly surprised to find items that are versatile enough to work with other design styles.

The collection includes everyday decor, tabletop and kitchen items, plus Christmas decor. There is also a super cute pajama collection that is sure to sell out fast.

After seeing the collection in person, I rounded up some of my favorite pieces to share with you today.

MY FAVORITE ITEMS FROM THE HEARTH & HAND COLLECTION

1 // The brass Gather Napkin Rings are perfect for Thanksgiving and Christmas entertaining but are classic enough to use for year-round entertaining as well. $2.99 each.

2 // This black flatware is definitely my favorite item in the entire collection. I love the simple styling and matt black finish which give the flatware a classic, contemporary feel. The 5 piece place setting is $19.99.

3 // Have you noticed that cute spoon rest are hard to find? I like that this one won’t take up much space on the stove or counter. And its a great price too–$2.99.

4 // How cute are these black and white striped pot holders? This was another item on my ‘buy’ list but just like the spoon rest, it was sold out. $5.99

5 // I never knew I needed a kitchen scale until I spotted this one. I love the sleek design, black base and petite size which won’t clutter the kitchen counter. $14.99

6 // If you’re looking for a light weight yet cozy throw blanket, this black and white one is a good option. The green stitching along the edge is a nice design detail. $29.99 tip: it would be extra cute with some DIY pom poms or tassels on the corners.

7 // It was the unique shape and gold finish that sold me on these placecard holders. They’re perfect for a dinner table or I can see them being used as markers on a food buffet. $3.99 ea.

8 // These glass and gold candle holders are really pretty in person. A grouping of these would look great as part of a holiday centerpiece with candles or flowers. $16.99-$18.99

9 // I thought long and hard about purchasing these green glass vases. They are really substantial and the color is just beautiful. They would look pretty during the holidays with evergreen branches and white flowers. $16.99-$29.99

10 // All of the stockings in the Hearth & Hand collection were really cute but this one stood out to me. The addition of the green tassel add just the right holiday accent. $12.99

11 // I loved the size and quality of this Christmas mailbox and think it would be a nice tabletop accent during the holidays. It is crafted of iron and is pretty heavy so keep that in mind if you have thoughts of hanging it. $39.99

12 // This wide black and green plaid ribbon is my favorite ribbon in the Hearth & Hand collection. The colors and plaid design make it the perfect ribbon for wrapping mens gifts this holiday. $8.99

So there you have it, my top picks from the Hearth & Hand collection. I’d love to know if you did a little shopping this weekend at Target and which items are your favorite. Leave me a comment and spill the beans.

Head here to shop the entire Hearth & Hand with Magnolia collection.

update: Just as I was hitting publish on this post, I checked stock status and all of my favorite items except 6, 10 and 12 are sold out online.

Design Guide: Mixing Metal Finishes In The Kitchen

October 18, 2017

Have you noticed that more and more kitchen designs are incorporating a mix of finishes in their hardware? Gone are the days of hardware, lighting and appliances all being one finish like brushed nickel or oil rubbed bronze. Today it’s an eclectic mix of design details that bring a space to life.

When you’re planning your kitchen hardware selections, think of if like you would jewelry to an outfit. The style of hardware + the finishes you use all help to complete the look of your kitchen decor. Combining silver, gold, brass, or iron is also a great strategy for adding visual interest and depth to the kitchen or any space in your home.

Here are the do’s and dont’s of mixing metals to achieve the best results:

The Art Of Mixing Metals In The Kitchen

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This stainless steel backsplash makes a powerful focal point. image source: Traditional Home

Along with mixing metals, I also love the look of wood combine with granite or stone. image source: House Beautiful

A pretty patterned floor offset with a mix of finishes makes for a stunning statement. image source: Becki Owens

These brass pendant lights create a dynamic focal point against white cabinets and walls. image source: Elizabeth Lawson Design

How stunning is this copper range hood? Copper is a great alternative to brass especially if you want a rustic chic look. image source: Artofrain

It’s taken me a few years to warm up to mixed metal finishes but now I’m a convert. I’ve grown to love the look and I’m planning to incorporate different finishes into my own kitchen decor.

Favorites Of The Week | Design & DIY Inspiration

March 4, 2017

It’s 7:00 am, its freezing outside and I’m off to the gym for a workout. I’ve rounded up some great inspiration for you and hope you enjoy.

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Design & DIY Inspiration

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If you’re a ribbon hoarder like me you’ll love this DIY project. Diane created this easy ribbon storage rack out of unexpected hardware materials. I love that it’s functional and pretty.

A chic and stylish kitchen update including a gorgeous Suzanne Kasler light fixture.

p.s. hanging plates on the wall and decor will never go out of style

p.s.s I love the framed chinoiserie art hanging in the wall in the dining area. With the right frames and fabric you can create this look too.

This Texas farmhouse is filled with loads of charming details and eclectic touches. And check out the pattern mixing going on in this bedroom.

The next time you come across a couple of straw placemats at a thrift store, buy them so you can make this cute clutch. I’m definitely adding this to my craft project list.

See you back here Monday. Have a great weekend!

Product + Inspiration: Apothecary Jars

April 7, 2016

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Apothecary Jars got their claim to fame back in the day on the shelves of doctor’s offices and in drugstores where they held medicines and health products. They were looked as a purely a fictional item that held precious contents that people needed to live and survive.

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Fast forward to today where Apothecary Jars have become a popular decorative accessory and can be found as a decorative statement in just about every room in the home. Not only has the use of Apothecary Jars changed over the years, so has the look and style.

Decorative jars today are bigger and more decorative and are designed so they you can easily get items in and out of them and that make they great for decorating in different ways.

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Kitchens–Easy Ways to UpStyle Your Kitchen

February 23, 2016

EASY WAYS TO UP-STYLE YOUR KITCHEN

Given the amount of time we all spend in the kitchen, it’s one of the rooms in your home that you should love. Loving your kitchen is more that liking how it functions for you and your family, it also involves how it looks and feels. After years of use, a kitchen can sometimes become dull and lifeless and before you know it the space has lost the style it once had.

When it comes to the investment you have in your home, kitchen remodel are one of the best investments you can make but they can be expensive. So what are you to do when you want to add the life and energy back into your kitchen but want to do that on a budget? You employ one or more of these design tricks.

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Paint Something

Paint is definitely the easiest way to change the look and feel of any room in your home and there are several ways paint can transform a kitchen. Your kitchen island is a prime candidate for paint and painting it give you a great opportunity to infuse a color accent into the space. If you want to go one step further, consider painting your cabinets. You don’t have to paint all of them, paint just the uppers or lowers which will add a dramatic design contrast. And a final and easy paint option is to paint the walls.

Better Homes and Gardens

House and Home

This Old House

Open Up The Shelving

The trend of open shelving is still a hot one and for good reason. Open shelving creates visual depth and can make your space feel larger while providing visual impact and interest. Open shelving can be achieved by taking the doors off of cabinets, replacing solid doors with glass front doors or installing floating shelving in place of traditional cabinets. The only downside of open shelving is that you have to keep the shelves looking neat and tidy.

Better Homes and Gardens

Re-Accessorize Your Countertops

I know kitchen counters can become a drop zone of all types of things and that combined with small appliances, your kitchen can easily become a hot mess. The easiest way to keep your counters neat and organized is by creating groupings of items at key spots along the countertop instead of allowing every inch of counter space to be filled. Store what appliances you can behind closed doors and then use baskets and tray to corral tems out on display. As you go about re-accessorizing your counters, think about the types of accessories you use. Use items that create a style or color theme which will add style to your space.

Simple Details

Shabby French Cottage

Better Homes and Gardens

Accent With A Rug

Don’t limit your rug shopping to traditional kitchen rugs. Look at fashion rugs as an option for your kitchen. Rugs are a great way to infuse pattern and color, and they can add energy and style to your kitchen. And don’t skimp on the size of rug you use–where the space allows, go big or use multiple rugs to anchor and define different zones within the kitchen.

Emily Henderson

Coastal Living

My Domaine

Up-Style With Lighting

Lighting is one area where you can really have fun when decorating your kitchen. Go big and bold, hang a unique fixture and consider a countertop lamp to add accent lighting. If your space can accommodate a larger light fixture, look at outdoor lighting as an option since many outdoor lantern styles have the heft and scale that can work in a larger space.