April 15, 2022

What's In My Easter Basket?

April 15, 2022/ Meegan Buschor

What’s in my cart this week AKA what would I love to magically show up in my Easter basket? *cough cough Curtis cough*

1. Vintage Lemons Painting

This art print is so sweet and would be great styled on a kitchen countertop or hung in the kitchen somewhere! It’s antique-inspired and moody but also light and springy.

2. Mini Marble Pedestal Sculpture

I am loving anything marble for transitioning into spring, and these pedestals would be pretty styled on a shelf or coffee table.

3. Disco Ball

If you’re looking for a fun way to disperse light in a space, disco balls are such a playful way to do that! This mini 6 inch disco ball would be great as fun decor or to pull out for impromptu dance parties.

4. Godiva Chocolate Bunny

You can’t have an Easter basket without some chocolate…this one is a classic and I will most definitely be buying one for myself.

5. Antique Elm Wood Stool

You can never have too many weathered wood pieces or accent stools on deck for decorating. I love that each one of these is unique, no two are alike. Stools are perfect for adding height to plants, draping with a throw blanket, using as a foot rest, the possibilities are endless!

April 13, 2022

It's All In The Mix - Mixing Florals For Spring

April 13, 2022/ Meegan Buschor

With flowers starting to bloom and the world slowly coming back to life, I naturally want to incorporate more spring-y prints and florals into my home. The eclectic look of different layered floral patterns can make a space look so curated and dreamy, but if not done carefully can also look like an overwhelming eyesore. It is a fine line to navigate, so I thought I’d share some tips that help me coordinate floral patterns in the home!

Spread your florals across different pieces
As you can see in the photo below, I incorporated floral prints across three different pieces in this space: the floral Persian rug (I’ve linked a similar one), the blue floral vase, and the beige floral pillows. I think it’s helpful to start by adding a mix of different items with floral patterns rather than say, only having all floral pillows. Try throw blankets, curtains, rugs, wall art, whatever feels natural for your space. It’s all about balancing out the room and spreading them here and there so they’re not all condensed to one chaotic corner.

Blue Floral Vase - Amazon
Beige Floral Pillow Cover - Etsy
Yasmin Rug - Rugs.com

2. Ground the color palette with a few solids and neutrals

You’ll see that I have brown, blue, and beige florals all playing together pretty nicely if I do say so myself. I think the easiest way to have several different colored and patterned florals work is by drawing in some solid neutral tones. The white tray under the vase, the creamy throw next to the floral pillow, and the light, neutral furniture pieces on top of the rug all balance out the bold patterns so they don’t compete but coordinate. Layer them in so they have a neutral counterpart - a little yin to the yang if you will.

3. Bring on the texture

Play with different textures to bring more dimension. Velvets are an elegant way to accent florals, or natural woven fibers kill two birds with one stone by adding texture AND neutral earthy tones. If you have a soft, silky floral pillow try pairing it with a floral that has more of a linen look and feel. As always, it’s all about balance. This printed velvet pillow cover is a great one to throw in the mix for some added texture. You’ll see it in both of the mock ups below as its so pretty and easy to combine with others!

4. Go big or go home

Differing your sizes of pillows and the sizes of patterns can also help balance several different floral fabrics. Having a larger pillow on either end of a sofa that has a larger scale floral print can offset smaller throw pillows with a smaller floral pattern. If all patterns are the exact same size they tend to compete with each other and there’s no where for your eye to naturally go. Play with different scales of florals to see what feels best! You’ll start to notice what combinations your eye is naturally drawn to and you can go from there.

5. Have fun with it

You can read all the tips and blogs you want, but also remember to just have fun with it already! Don’t be afraid to go moody with deep colors and bold patterns. Or be subtle with soft, delicate blooms. It can be intimidating to mix and match when all that comes to mind is flashbacks of grandma’s living room with floor to ceiling flowers… But if you’re anything like me, your home decor changes seasonally (at the very least) which is the best part about it: it’s not permanent. Just like with styling anything, it takes trial and error to really figure out what will work in your home and what looks best to you. So give it a try, I’d love to see what spring spaces you create!

Here’s a few floral combinations already paired together for you!

florals pillows persian rug mixing florals spring patterns — See more on my LTK!

April 09, 2022

Homemade Grapefruit Paloma Recipe

April 09, 2022/ Meegan Buschor

This beverage is Curtis and my go-to when we are enjoying an evening dinner out. What I have made here is a knock-off to please my taste preferences and cut calories. Like with most things, I like to eyeball and make it up as I go along – meaning I do not have exact measurements for this, you just do what you like to taste. If you like things on the sour side, add more grapefruit juice, like it on the stronger side, heavy pour that tequila.

Step One

I start by using a lime wedge to wet the rim of the glass.

Step Two

Then I dip the rim in sugar. I do this to add sweetness because 1. I don’t like a salted rim and 2. Because there is not sugar added to this drink.

Step Three

Fill with ice. I like an icy drink.

Step Five

I first pour my tequila because first things first. As much as I do single tequila out in my alcohol drinking, I am not a connoisseur. However, I have come a long way since my Jose Cuervo days in college.

Step Six

Next add a splash or skosh of grapefruit juice. The amount totally depends on your preference.

Step Seven

Then I fill the cup the rest of the way with pamplemousse (grapefruit) La Croix.

Step Eight

If you wanna be extra, squeeze lemon and lime juice into the cup as well.

Step Nine

Garnish with a lime wedge for fanciness.

Voila!

That’s it! It’s refreshing, pretty, and not your average beverage. Try out the recipe and let me know what you think! I’d love to hear your spring hosting stories.