Wish List 187 | Reading Nook, Outerwear on Sale, Mood Lifters + More

In this post: Wednesday Weekly Wish List is the place to find recommendations and ideas, personal favorites and little pleasures that will add a bit of joy to your life.⇒

Welcome to another week of the Wednesday Weekly Wishlist, a place for a little midweek inspiration! We invite you to click the links and explore what’s enchanting us right now. Enjoy!

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1. HOME DECOR TRENDS: may come and go, but classic styles stand the test of time!  9 Timeless Home Decor Trends That Never Go Out of Style will bring enduring elegance to your home.

2. AMAZON FINDS: See all my favorite new picks in my Amazon Shop.

3. FOLLOW ME: Follow me on Facebook and join the conversation for more decorating inspiration and fun ideas!

4. FABULOUS FINDS: 

• I just got 2 of these upholstered ottomans for our living room.
• This is a gorgeous lamp with the most interesting lampshade.
• These pillows make the prettiest grouping: this one, and this one, and this one.
• This very pretty lampshade.

• These lamps in our living room are my favorite.
• This statement-piece upholstered coffee table comes in so many fabrics.
• These beautiful pedestal candles.
• This neutral, comfy chair.

5. BEAUTIFUL HOMES AND MORE: Tour this gorgeous home in Columbus, GA, filled with vintage finds. See all these easy DIYs that turn inexpensive pieces into high-end-looking decor. And tour this patterned-filled home in Pa.

6. CURATED CLOSET: Classic, time-honored styles that are comfortable…

• Go anywhere and look great in these pants.
• This trucker-style jean jacket (LOVE).
• This white no-iron tunic boyfriend shirt, and this shirt in pink. Both are on sale.
• This white long-sleeve tee and this short-sleeve tee.

• My favorite loafers– on sale.
• The statement dress you can wear almost everywhere.
• This faux leather bucket bag– on sale.
• This beautiful initial necklace.

7. FUN AND INTERESTING FACTS: What is the most common color in the universe? How many calories a day does your brain burn?

8. WINTER RECIPES: These 10 Cozy And Easy Winter Recipes will warm you up this season. From hearty soups to comforting casseroles and delicious, easy-to-make breads, these dishes are perfect for cold-weather meals.

9. THIS AND THAT: This IG account is filled with the best recipes and beautiful home decor. It’s one of my favorites. If you are ready to jump ahead and get spring-inspired, see the upcoming decor trends. Ballard Designs has very nice design videos. See episode one here.

10. THE LAST WORD: Zesty Oyster Crackers…Preheat your oven to 250°F. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1/4 cup of vegetable oil or Orville Redenbacher’s popcorn oil, a 1-ounce packet of Hidden Valley Ranch seasoning mix, 1/2 teaspoon of dill weed, and 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder. Stir the mixture until well blended. Add 5 cups of oyster crackers to the bowl and gently toss them to ensure each cracker is evenly coated with the flavorful seasoning. Spread the crackers out in a single layer on a large, rimmed baking sheet. Bake the crackers for 15 minutes, stirring once halfway through to promote even baking. Once done, remove the crackers from the oven and let them cool completely. Enjoy. These crackers are addictive!

ANSWER TO #7: Beige, a shade close to white, is the most common color in the cosmos. It’s called Cosmic Latte. No wonder it’s so popular among decorators!

1. TOP POST THIS WEEK: January is the perfect time for self-care. If your spirits can use a little lift, check out: Mood Boosters to Banish the Winter Blues

2. TOP ORGANIZING POSTS this week:

• Kitchen Organization: Declutter Your Under Sink Cabinet
• The Ultimate Guide to Organizing Your Tableware
• Storage Solutions: 8 Surprising Places That I Store Things

3. AMAZON PICKS: here are this week’s favorites from Amazon.

4. THIS WEEK ON THE BLOG I also shared:

• Refining the Dining Room – the first steps in a dining room transformation.
• Create a Beautiful Table with Vintage China – a timeless table styling.

5. CURRENT WINTER DECOR CRUSHES:

• This super soft short-haired mink faux fur throw
• This beautiful white winter berry wreath
• This delightful rustic linen embroidered snowflake pillow cover
• These gorgeous sugared birch flameless wax pillar candles
• This lovely 5 light branch candleholder

6. TOP FASHION PICKS – great outerwear on sale!

• This elegant but warm long coat with hooded quilted bib
• This chic and classic double breasted belted coat
• This super toasty longline hooded puffer coat
• This fabulous luxe sheen full zip hip-length puffer jacket
• This “of-the-moment” faux fur shawl collar coat

7. CURRENT FURNITURE DEALS – all the components for a cozy reading nook:

• This super comfy chaise with adjustable backrest
• This charming swivel drum end table with storage
• This refined, but earthy, organic table lamp
• This plush and cozy wingback recliner
• This beautiful rustic modern glass front bookcase

8. WHAT I’M READING: If you enjoy Fredrik Backman’s unique writing style, you’ll love A Man Called Ove, a charming tale about a grumpy old man, an unexpected friendship and a poignant story that follows.

9. WHAT’S INSPIRING ME AROUND THE WEB (be sure to scroll through the pics): This utterly charming and elegant cottage, this lovely home that celebrates books in the most stunning way, and these exquisite examples of traditional design that incorporate just a bit of modern style.

10. UP NEXT: A chic winter retreat…

1.) Do you love the idea of a home that feels calm, cozy, and stylish? In my latest blog post, I’m sharing why I fell in love with neutral home decor, and how I incorporated it into our home. Although not for everyone, it’s timeless, inviting, and works in any space. Take a look…you might just find some new inspiration!

2.) I just updated the “Items I Own and Love” section in my Amazon shop. Just click the button link at the top of this page to take a look.

3.) FAVORITE QUOTE: “The best way to enjoy your favorite things every day is to only own your favorite things.” ~Courtney Carver

4.) INSPIRING PLACES: this beautiful white kitchen renovation is like a breath of fresh air, this Rochester farmhouse has so many inspiring details, and this kitchen + dining room reveal is one gorgeous picture after another.

5.) If you’ve followed my blog for even a little while, you know that my favorite decor style is Farmhouse. There have been articles written for years, and varying opinions, about whether or not it’s still “in style” or not. This article has the answer, and I definitely agree!

6.) FUN VALENTINE’S DAY FINDS FOR HER:

• this adorable pink classic jean jacket
• this cute argyle stitch cardigan
• this long sleeved striped tee
• my favorite classic cotton cardigan sweater
• this striped two piece sleepwear set
• this corsage pink sweatshirt (my favorite sweatshirt style ever)

7.) RECIPE OF THE WEEK: one of my favorite things to bake for just about any occasion is some sort of quick bread. I have many different varieties on the blog, but my favorite one is this applesauce bread. It’s easy, so moist, and it tastes like your grandmother could have made it!

8.) BESTSELLERS:

• this quilted barn coat (still available in black)
• my favorite comfy and warm slippers
• the wallpaper that’s in my laundry room
• this gorgeous vintage-inspired wicker basket
• my new snow boots (on sale now and available in various widths)
• this charming citrus canvas framed print
• this snug and stylish down coat

9.) Simple living means different things to different people. If you are curious, and wonder what it’s all about, take a look at these 10 Steps To A Simpler Life. It’s an easy-to-follow guide that you can take at your own pace.   

10.) Have a wonderful week!