There’s just something so special about welcoming spring with a beautiful wreath on your front door. It’s one of the easiest ways to refresh your home for the season and instantly add color, texture, and that fresh spring feeling before anyone even walks inside.

If you’re looking for spring wreath ideas for your front door or any other space, this is truly one of the simplest ways to make your home feel warm, inviting, and ready for spring.

I love how versatile spring wreaths can be. Whether you’re drawn to soft florals, vibrant pops of color, or simple greenery wreaths, there are so many ways to style them for your home, both outside and inside.

I love how my little bernedoodles all posed for some photos with this years spring wreaths on my porch!

Spring Wreath Ideas for Your Front Door

When it comes to front door spring wreath ideas, I always recommend choosing a wreath that reflects your overall home style and the colors you’re already using for spring decorating.

If you love soft, romantic tones, floral wreaths like this:

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Another option is this Grape Hyacinth Wreath that comes in pink and white.

For a brighter, more vibrant look, I love using something like this which brings in those purple spring hues that instantly make your front entry feel alive and welcoming.

And if you’re someone who loves a more classic or neutral look, you can never go wrong with a fresh floral like this White Apple Blossom Wreath.

Or a simple greenery wreath like this Ruscus Leafy Twig Leaf Wreath which gives you that clean, timeless spring look that works all season long.

I like to take a leafy green type wreath and the add in flowers and berries to dress it up then add some ribbon and you have a completely different wreath. Keep it simple or make it as full and elaborate as you want! Here are some examples of how to do this.

To create this look, take a plain leafy green wreath and fill it in with cherry or apple blossoms and then add a bow to it.

Here are some of the cherry blossoms I used to make this wreath. I used the 19.5″ pink cherry blossoms for the wreath and the 36″ ones on the side of the porch. Click on the links below for the ones I used and other options.

Here’s another greenery type wreath if you want to keep it simple.

Springtime Wreaths

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How to Style a Spring Wreath with Ribbon and Bows

If you’ve ever wondered how to style a spring wreath with ribbon, this is where you can really make your wreath feel custom and unique to your home.

One of my favorite ways to style wreaths is by using a ribbon bundle. These curated bundles make it so easy to mix patterns, textures, and colors without overthinking it. I have premade a handful of these spring ribbon bundles and added them into our spring collection.

Love this Spring and Summer Ribbon Bundle in Dusty Pink! Paired with a coffee filter wreath it really pops. I don’t sell these in my shop but here is the link from Etsy where I purchased it! Coffee Filter Wreath and here’s another option.

I also love our Peaches and Cream Spring & Summer Ribbon Bundle!

This Spring & Summer Bridgerton Blue Ribbon Bundle is one of my favorites ever!

Just layer however many ribbons you like together and tie them together and then clip them onto your wreath for that full, designer look. Just click on the links to shop these premade ribbon bundles.

If you prefer something simpler, a single bow can be just as beautiful. I like to either match the ribbon to the colors already in the wreath or start with a greenery wreath and bring in spring color through the ribbon. You can place the bow on the top or the bottom of the wreath like I’ve done here.

Another one of my go-to spring decorating ideas is hanging your wreath with ribbon instead of a traditional hook. It adds such a soft, elevated look to your front door and instantly makes it feel more styled and intentional.

Simple Spring Wreath Ideas with Greenery and Florals

You don’t need anything overly complicated to create a beautiful spring look. Some of the best spring wreath ideas are actually the simplest.

A greenery wreath can be the perfect base to build on—you can keep it minimal for a fresh, natural look or dress it up with ribbon and bows.

Floral wreaths already bring in color and texture, so sometimes all they need is one simple ribbon to tie everything together.

Both styles are perfect for spring home decor and can easily transition throughout the entire season.

A Simple Way to Refresh Your Home for Spring

Spring decorating doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes it’s as easy as adding one beautiful wreath, a few ribbons, and letting those soft seasonal colors do the rest. Happy Decorating!

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There’s something about spring that instantly lifts a space—the softer light, the fresh colors, and that feeling of everything coming back to life. As the seasons shift, I love refreshing our home with simple touches that feel light, layered, and welcoming, and this year’s spring collection from ShopHollyJHome.com does exactly that. For those looking to update their spring home decor, this collection offers plenty of inspiration.

Spring florals are always the starting point for me. Soft tulips, classic roses, and full, romantic peonies bring that fresh-from-the-garden look indoors—no matter the weather outside. Paired with airy spring greenery, these stems add movement, texture, and a natural softness to shelves, consoles, and tablescapes.

Here are some of our favorites from our Spring Collection:

Real Touch Tulips in various colors and styles

Roses

Peonies

Greenery

Wreaths

Here’s some of our favorite wreaths for Valentine’s Day and Spring: They come in pink and purple.

Accents

From there, it’s all about the accents. A beautiful vase instantly grounds an arrangement, while candles and taper candles add warmth and that cozy glow we all love—even as days get longer. I also adore styling with textured ginger jars throughout the home; they’re perfect for adding interest to a bookshelf, entry table, or dining room sideboard, and work seamlessly from season to season. In fact, ginger jars are a classic accent for spring home decor.

Candles

Our best selling candle – Lemonade Stand – Our French willow Lemonade Stand candle is a homemade mixture of fresh lemons, sugar crystals and mint. Each 10-ounce candle provides approximately 55 hours of burn time, so you can enjoy the refreshing scent for days to come.

Ginger Jars

Textured Ginger Jar Collection in Pink, Light Blue, Green, and White. Come in three sizes

Dinnerware and Tableware

If you love dishes and setting a pretty table for any of the spring holidays or sunday dinners, check out these latest additions to our Dinnerware and Tableware Collection:

Napkins

How about these darling scalloped cloth napkins with a pink edge?

Or these RicRac napkins in three spring colors?

These napkin trays are also a must-have for when you are hosting or entertaining. For a fresh look, napkin trays make great additions to your spring home decor.

Spring decorating doesn’t have to be complicated. A few thoughtfully chosen florals, layered greenery, and timeless decorative pieces can completely transform your space. These are the kinds of items you’ll reach for year after year—and that’s exactly what I love to share with you. Additionally, updating your spring home decor can bring lasting charm to any room.

You can shop all of these spring favorites and more in the Spring Collection at ShopHollyJHome.com, and bring a little spring beauty into your home today.

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The Most Beautiful Living Room Decorated for Christmas

‘Tis the season to be jolly, and what better way to embrace the holiday spirit than by adorning your living room with the most beautiful and elegant Christmas decorations? In this blog post, I’ll be sharing my Christmas decor in my living room decorated in shades of light pink and gold. From the flocked Christmas tree adorned with pink and gold accents to the fireplace mantle, I’ll share all the big and little details on how I decked out the halls for this holiday season. Did I mention that my name is Holly and I was due to be born on Christmas day so my parents named me Holly…….and then I married a guy with the last name Jolley! Yep, I’m Holly Jolley! So when I say have a Holly Jolley Christmas, I really mean it, literally!

The Christmas Living Room Color Palette

Today I’m sharing my Christmas living room décor with shades of light pink and gold – an unconventional yet beautiful color scheme that transformed my living room into a sophisticated winter wonderland. Bid farewell to the traditional Christmas colors and see all the details of my holiday living room adorned with delicate hues of pink and gold accents.

I will link as many of the items I used to create this look throughout the post and at the bottom of the post so be sure to scroll down.

My little bernedoodle Copper always loves to pose for my photos on the settee! I wish I could share the source for this but it was discontinued many years ago. It was purchased from Gatehouse in Orem, Utah.

The Living Room Christmas Tree

I absolutely love having a flocked Christmas tree! My husband despises the flocked trees but he always manages to help me put them up even though they make quite a mess! My tree is a 12′ Flocked Long Needle Pine. It comes pre-lit but I’ve learned that the lights rarely work so I add my own lights to the tree.

I always use a lot of ornaments when I decorate my trees and it’s surprising how many a big tree holds! I love adding ribbon throughout the tree and it’s one of my favorite ways to fill in any holes and add more color to the tree. Another way to add color and fill holes is to add berries, flowers, and some type of greenery or branches to the tree. For this tree, I used frosted gold eucalyptus, gold bay leaf sprays and other gold-colored cedar branches as well as weeping snowy pine cone branches.

For the top of the tree, I used some gold feather picks and more gold-frosted eucalyptus.

I always match my wrapping paper to the tree and colors that I decorate with to create a cohesive look. This year I used nesting boxes, gold and white gift boxes as well as pink, gold, and white wrapping paper with lots of ribbon in the same colors. I love how it looks when the presents match the tree. Here are some of my favorite wrapping paper and ribbon to wrap presents with! I also added more at the bottom in the shop my post section.

I used a four-inch wide gold-edged velvet ink ribbon for the tree. I cut long strips of the ribbon and then tied a green floral wire in the center of the ribbon and then wired it into the tree.

I used a variety of blush pink, gold, antiqued gold, bronze, and copper colored ornaments. I loved the variety on the tree. It’s amazing how many ornaments it takes to fill a up a 12′ tree!

Ornaments:

The Christmas Living Room Accents

I also added other pink and gold accents to the living room to tie the tree and mantle together which makes it all cohesive. One thing I always love to add to the coffee table and shelves is a flower arrangement. I made this simple one using these Snowy Pink Peonies, Snowy Peony Spray, and Snowy Hydrangeas. I also added some other decorative accents like this gold deer head and a snow globe.

I also love to add in vases that match the decor colors and then I added in some reindeer, pink throw pillows and pink throw blankets. It adds more warmth and coziness to the room. Here’s a few from my shop HollyJHome.com but I added more options down below in the Shop The Post Section.

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For more Christmas Home Decor inspiration, here are some Christmas pasts!

Christmas Home Tour 2019 – A Green and Ivory Christmas

Christmas Home Tour 2017 – A Blue, Ivory, and Green Christmas

9 Christmas Kitchen Decor Ideas for the Best Holiday Charm

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Tips for Embracing Fall

As the weather cools down and leaves turn vibrant shades of orange and red, it’s the perfect time to transition your home decor for the fall season. Fall is one of my favorite times of the year because it gives us the opportunity to embrace warm, inviting, and cozy elements that make our spaces feel like a comforting retreat. Below, I’ve gathered some of my favorite fall decor ideas that will help you transform your home into an autumn haven.

1. Rich, Warm Color Palette

One of the easiest ways to bring the fall season into your home is by swapping out your summer hues for a more fall-inspired palette. Think burnt oranges, deep burgundies, mustard yellows, and warm browns. These colors evoke a sense of warmth and can be used throughout your space in throw pillows, blankets, and even art prints.

Here are some of my favorite fall florals in that moody burgundy hue:

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See the entire Fall Florals Collection below or click here: Fall Floral Collection

In my post Harvest Tablescape Featuring the Martha Stewart Collection I use various oranges and browns to accent the white dinnerware for this perfect fall setting. This is a great way that you don’t need to break the bank with new dishes, but instead add color in other ways. Sources for this table are linked in the post above. Just click on the link and scroll down to find the sources.

2. Pumpkin Accents

What says “fall” more than pumpkins? Whether real or faux, pumpkins are a must-have for fall decor. You can find ceramic or wooden pumpkins in neutral shades for a minimalist look or opt for traditional orange ones to give a pop of color. My shop has a large selection of various pumpkins such as glass, ceramic, felt, and wooden. Each of the items in this shop are hand-selected and things I use in my house throughout the year!

Line them up on your mantel, use them in a centerpiece, or place small ones on side tables or shelves for a subtle nod to the season. This fall tablescape has a wide variety of pumpkins used and shows how beautiful an assortment of pumpkins can make any space.

3. Cozy Throws & Pillows

Layering throws and pillows is an excellent way to instantly warm up any space. Look for soft, chunky knits or faux fur textures to add comfort. Throws in autumnal colors like rust or earthy greens draped over your couch or armchair not only add style but also invite you to snuggle up on chilly nights.

Cozy Throw Blankets and Pillows for Fall

4. Rustic Elements & Natural Materials

Fall decor thrives on natural, rustic vibes. Incorporate wood, wicker, and metal elements to add warmth and charm. Consider swapping out your modern decor for a more cozy cottage-inspired look by adding wood vases or pots, Fall stems or branches, or wicker baskets filled with cozy blankets.

Nature-inspired Decor: Fill vases with artificial or real dried flowers, wheat stalks, or pampas grass to bring the outdoors in. You can also gather pinecones, acorns, and autumn leaves from your yard for a natural touch. Here are some of my favorites for fall:

This is my all-time most popular Fall Flower Arrangement. Click the link for the details on how I made this!

5. Candles

The shorter days of fall make lighting more important than ever. Swap out bright, summery lights for softer, more ambient lighting. Candles are an essential part of my fall decor—especially in warm, seasonal scents like cinnamon, apple, and pumpkin spice. Place candles in varying sizes on your mantel, dining table, or even your bathroom for a soft, flickering glow that feels magical.

Pro Tip: Mix candle holders of different heights and styles to create a layered, dynamic look.

6. Festive Wreaths & Door Decor

Don’t forget about your entryway! A fall-themed wreath can make your home feel welcoming before guests even walk through the door. You can find wreaths adorned with dried leaves, berries, pinecones, or pumpkins to match your fall aesthetic.

7. Harvest-Inspired Centerpieces

If you enjoy hosting fall gatherings, a harvest-inspired centerpiece is the perfect way to dress up your dining table. Whether you use a wooden tray filled with pumpkins, candles, and greenery or create a cornucopia overflowing with gourds, fruits, and nuts, this kind of centerpiece will bring fall vibes to any meal. Sources for this table are here.

I have a large collection of harvest-inspired tablescapes that are perfect for some Fall inspiration

Create your warm fall space!

Decorating your home for fall is all about creating a space that feels warm, inviting, and full of seasonal charm. By incorporating a mix of pumpkins, rustic elements, ambient lighting, and cozy textiles, you’ll be able to celebrate autumn in style. Whether you’re hosting family dinners or simply enjoying a quiet night in, these fall decor ideas will help you make the most of the season.

What’s your favorite fall decor tip? Let me know in the comments below!

xoxo,

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Gorgeous Camper Renovation

As our 30th anniversary approached, I found myself facing a familiar dilemma: what do you get for the man who seems to have everything and wants for nothing? My husband Craig, notoriously difficult to surprise, is not one for jewelry, watches, or any typical anniversary fare. Even the Swiss watch we bought together while in Switzerland on our 23rd anniversary remains untouched, nestled in its box 8 years later. Yet, amidst this challenge, a glimmer of inspiration struck, setting the stage for what would become the best anniversary gift ever.

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It all began with a casual remark from my husband about the idea of owning a camping trailer. He mentioned how much he would like to get a camper that we could take up into the mountains or the coast and so, the seed was planted for a big surprise: a fully renovated camper that we can use to make memories with each other, our children, and our grandchildren.

Enter Renee, a friend I had connected with through Instagram, known for transforming old camping trailers into the cutest and coziest sanctuaries. I reached out to Renee and to see if she and her husband had any campers available and it just so happened that they did! They had just started renovating a 2006 Scotsman 32-foot trailer and I decided to buy it to give to my husband Craig for our 30th Anniversary.

From top to bottom, the transformation was nothing short of amazing! Gone were the outdated fixtures and tired interiors, replaced by a vision of modern farmhouse charm. They installed real tile in the bathroom and shower, a beautiful sink and vanity, a decorative mirror, new black towel racks, and lighting fixtures.

Before and After!

Bunk Room

The sleeping quarters were reconfigured to fit a king-size bed, three bunk beds, a desk area, and a television – perfect for family adventures.

Main Bedroom

The main bedroom space was also transformed and a king-size bed was built to replace the smaller queen-size bed and a creative headboard was added. New lighting, floors, and window treatments were added to finish off the camper renovation.

Kitchen and Dining Area

The heart of the camper, the kitchen, underwent a makeover too! Handmade wood furnishings including the dining table, new countertops, and cabinets breathed new life into the space, complemented by a tile backsplash that made it feel less like a camper and more like a real kitchen.

Living Room Space

To complete the main gathering space, a stone fireplace and cleverly concealed television adorned the main living area, creating a cozy and warm space to gather inside the camper.

The second TV is hiding behind the artwork on the wall!

You can watch the reel video I shared on Instagram here: 30th Wedding Anniversary Gift Reel

The journey to bring this surprise to fruition was not without its challenges. Coordinating the transport of the trailer from Wisconsin to our home in Utah was no small feat, but with determination and a bit of logistical magic, it arrived just in time for our anniversary. The final touch? A personalized sign adorning the camper’s interior, proudly proclaiming it as “Craigy’s Camper” (everyone in our family calls him Craigy except me) – a fitting tribute to the man of the hour. The look of astonishment on his face when he first laid eyes on his unexpected gift was a moment I’ll treasure forever.

In the end, it wasn’t just the camper itself that made this anniversary gift so special; it was the thought, care, and effort that went into orchestrating the perfect surprise. And for that, I have Renee and her husband to thank, whose talent and hard work made it all possible. I know we will treasure the time spent and memories made in our new camper!

As we embark on new adventures together, I’m reminded that the best gifts are not always the ones you can buy, but the ones that come from the heart – and this anniversary, I think I hit the mark.

To see more of this heartwarming surprise, visit my Instagram, and be sure to check out @wisco_flip for more inspiring transformations. After all, sometimes the greatest gifts come from unexpected places.

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Nature has a way of inspiring us in countless ways, and one of the most fascinating creatures that captivate our attention is the humble bee. Known for their diligent work ethic and vital role in pollination, bees have become a symbol of harmony and interconnectedness. Beyond their ecological importance, bee-themed decor has gained popularity the past few years.

Pioneer Day in Utah

I live in Utah part time and one of my favorite things about living here is that Utahan’s celebrate their own special holiday called Pioneer Day. Utah is known as the Beehive State because beehives are synonymous with industry and perseverance, values which were praised by Utah’s founders. Bees are famously hard workers, toiling tirelessly for the well-being of their hive. (Why is Utah called the Beehive State?)

Utah was settled by the Mormon pioneers looking for a better life free of religious persecution so every July 24th, these early settlers are celebrated with this special holiday. My ancestors were some of the original settlers of Utah and thanks to the great genealogical resources of the LDS church and my mothers hard work, I have been able to learn all about my ancestors who left their homes in England, Wales, Denmark, and Sweden to start a new life in Utah. They all crossed the plains in covered wagon and settled through the state of Utah and eventually Idaho. I am always moved by reading their stories and learning about their difficult journey west.

Every year when I’m in Utah over Pioneer Day, I love to gather all our family who still live here to celebrate and I love using this beehive theme to decorate my table.

In today’s post, I’m sharing some of my past bee themed decor and tablescapes along with a few other bloggers. I hope you enjoy todays post all about bees!

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My tip for you with bee themed decor? Embrace nature-inspired color schemes! Bee-themed decor naturally lends itself to a warm and inviting color palette. Incorporate shades of yellow, black, and white into your space to capture the essence of these industrious creatures or you can pick any color that you like. I’ve used all sorts of colors that go well with yellow including blue!

Check out this Instagram Reel I’ve shared in the past of my beehive themed tablescapes.

Black and Yellow Bee Themed Fall Tablescape

This post has some fun ways I’ve used Bee-Themed decor in my tablescapes. I created this for Pioneer Day last year, 2022. I love the black and gold color palette.

Bee Themed Tablescape for Two

How cute is this bee themed table by my friend Lori from Dining-Delight?! I love how she incorporated the theme for two.

A Bee Themed Table on the Porch

Another one of my favorite bee themed tables is this one from my friend Chloe’s blog, CelebrateandDecorate. She put this one together on her porch and it has the cutest accent pieces.

HOW TO PLAN A BEE-UTIFUL BEE THEMED PARTY

Mariah from Gigglesgalore is the Queen Bee of party planning and she does not disappoint with this bee themed party decor.

Bees, Sunflowers, and Hydrangeas Arrangement + Tablescape

Mary from Home is Where the Boat Is has the best floral inspiration for your bee themed decor. Can’t have a bee theme without gorgeous flowers, right?

Beehive Themed Party Tablescape

And last but not least, another one of my beehive tablescapes. This was another one of my pioneer day tablescapes that I absolutely loved. I didn’t do place-settings for this tablescape, instead I created this buffet style table and served the food from here. I love all the different bee themed decorations including the beehive candles, honeycomb bowls, antique honey pot for the flower arrangement, and beehive shaped rolling pin and I added honey to the table and made a beehive cake.

Bee-themed decor is a wonderful way to bring the beauty of nature into your home. By incorporating elements inspired by bees, such as color schemes, furniture, artwork, textiles, accessories and food, you can create a space that exudes warmth, charm, and a touch of whimsy.

Whether you’re drawn to their ecological importance or simply enchanted by their delicate beauty, bee-themed decor offers a unique and stylish way to celebrate nature’s smallest yet most impactful creatures. So, buzz with creativity and let your home come alive with the magic of bee-inspired design!

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Patriotic Decorating Ideas

The Fourth of July is a significant holiday in the United States, and many people love to celebrate it by decorating their homes in patriotic colors. If you’re looking for inspiration to decorate your home for Independence Day, look no further! In this blog, we’ve compiled some creative and easy patriotic decorating ideas to help you celebrate in style.

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Red, White, and Blue Tablescape Decor Ideas

Incorporating patriotic colors into your table decor is an easy way to show your love for your country.

This was one of my favorite tablescapes I did. From the place settings to the centerpiece and even the chair pillows, this is a simple way to add some festive decor to your table. Get all my tips to recreate this Red, White, and Blue Patriotic Tablescape.

Source: Elegant Fourth of July tablescape with Ginger Jars by Summer Adams

One of my dear friends, Summer Adams, put together a beautiful tablescape for her kitchen table. Isn’t it so festive and beautiful? Check out all her tips on how to recreate this elegant Fourth of July tablescape with ginger jars.

Can I just tell you, I absolutely love the Fourth of July! It is one of my favorite holidays next to Christmas. I always make sure to pull out all the stops when putting together my Fourth of July party tablescapes. Setting a patriotic themed table is a great way to add patriotic decor to your home.

Have I ever shown you my patriotic dish organization? Like I said, I’m obsessed with all things Fourth of July, so what better way to showcase my dish collection than to have it all organized perfectly in my pantry! Get all my tips on how I organized these dishes.

Here are some other patriotic decorating ideas to get you started adding red, white, and blue decor to your home:

• Use red, white, and blue throw pillows on your couch or chairs
• Hang a patriotic wreath on your front door
• Display a vase of red, white, and blue flowers on your dining table
• Use a red, white, and blue tablecloth for your Fourth of July party
• Hang patriotic bunting or banners around your home

American Flag Decor

The American flag is a symbol of our country, and displaying it in your home is a great way to show your patriotism.

Source: Fourth of July Flag Ideas from My 100 Year Old Home

One of my friends Leslie Saeta is the queen of DIY and crafts. She has the best ideas for how to create and use Fourth of July flags as part of your decor – DIY style! Check them all out here.

I love a good patriotic tablescape, but why stop there? There are so many ways to incorporate patriotic elements into your home decor. I made this festive Fourth of July floral arrangement with faux flowers for my kitchen island. It was so easy to make! Here is the video reel from my Instagram on how I made this: Fourth of July Centerpiece. Check out all my favorite patriotic home decor ideas.

Here are some more creative ways to incorporate the flag into your decor:

• Hang a large American flag on your wall
• Use a small American flag as a centerpiece on your dining table
• Display a patriotic quilt or throw blanket on your couch or chairs
• Use American flag-themed curtains or pillows in your home

And if you’re feeling crafty, try making some homemade patriotic decorations with these ideas:

• Make a patriotic wreath using red, white, and blue ribbons
• Paint mason jars in patriotic colors and use them as vases for flowers
• Make a patriotic garland using red, white, and blue paper stars
• Create a patriotic banner using cardstock and string

Outdoor Patriotic Table Decor Ideas

Of course, if you’re hosting friends and family, chances are you’ll be spending some time outside too. I have all my favorite outdoor patriotic entertaining ideas here.

Source: Fourth of July Entertaining from Ella Claire Inspired

For the ultimate outdoor entertaining advice, you have to check out this Fourth of July entertaining post from my friend Kristen. She is the best at creating beautiful spaces indoors and out!

Source: Simple Patriotic Table Decor from Home With Holliday

If you are looking for a more simple version of a patriotic table, my friend Holliday has the best tips. You can find her full post for any patriotic holiday, such as Memorial Day, Fourth of July, or even Labor Day here.

Source: Fourth of July Party with Red and Blue Chic from To Have and To Host

If you’re looking for a gorgeously chic patriotic tablescape for your outdoor barbecue, you have to check out how my friend Lory put together her red and blue chic Fourth of July party table.

And last but not least, here is my latest outdoor patriotic tablescape. I set this table in our newly renovated backyard. You can read more about this Fourth of July patriotic tablescape in this post:

Fourth of July Table Settings: Ideas for a Festive Red, White, and Blue Outdoor Tablescape

Here are some more patriotic decorating ideas you can use if you’re hosting a Fourth of July party or BBQ:

• Use red, white, and blue balloons to decorate your backyard
• Set up a patriotic photo booth with props like American flags, Uncle Sam hats, and red, white, and blue sunglasses
• Serve food on patriotic plates and napkins
• Use red, white, and blue mason jars as drinking glasses

There are many creative and easy ways to decorate your home for Independence Day. Whether you’re incorporating patriotic colors into your decor, displaying the American flag, making DIY decorations, or hosting a Fourth of July party, you can show your love for your country in style. Happy Fourth of July!

If you enjoyed this post, here are some more patriotic decorating ideas that I’ve shared in the past.

The Most Festive Patriotic Entertaining Ideas for Your Celebration

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Styling Peonies: Tips for Creating Beautiful Arrangements

Peonies are one of the most beloved flowers in the world, and it’s easy to see why. With their soft, fluffy petals and sweet fragrance, peonies add a touch of elegance and beauty to any space. If you’re lucky enough to have peonies in your garden or can get them from a florist, you may be wondering how to style them in your home to showcase their beauty. In this blog post, we’ll share some tips on how to style peonies in a vase, as well as some peony floral styling tips and ideas on how to care for them. I hope you find this post on Styling Peonies: Tips for Creating Beautiful Arrangements helpful!

Check out this Reel I shared on Instagram and follow along with me there too!

Choosing the Right Vase

When it comes to styling and arranging peonies, the first step is to choose the right vase. Peonies have large, heavy blooms, so you’ll need a sturdy vase that can support their weight or some type of flower frog, chicken wire support structure, or a tape grid. You can also use floral foam but I’m not a huge fan of that as it’s terrible for the environment.

A wide-mouthed vase is also ideal, as it will allow the flowers to open fully and display their beauty. Consider using a compote, which will showcase the beauty of the flowers while adding a touch of elegance to your space. 

 

 

 

 

 

Pair with Other Flowers

Peonies are stunning on their own, but they also pair well with other flowers to create a beautiful arrangement.

Consider pairing them with other soft and romantic blooms, such as roses, hydrangeas, or ranunculus. You can also add some greenery, such as eucalyptus or ferns, to add texture and interest to your arrangement.

Choose the Right Location

Once you’ve arranged your peonies, it’s important to choose the right location to showcase their beauty. Peonies are versatile flowers and can be used in a variety of settings, from a formal dining room to a casual living room. Consider placing your arrangement on a coffee table, dining table, kitchen island, or mantle for maximum impact.

Here’s another peony flower arrangement I made with flowers from my friend Amy Brown’s Laughing Goat Flower Farm. I made this centerpiece for a birthday dinner I hosted for a friend.

Caring for Your Peonies

To keep your peonies looking their best, it’s important to care for them properly. Cut the stems at a diagonal angle, and remove any leaves that will be submerged in water. Change the water every other day, and keep your arrangement in a cool, well-ventilated area. You can also mist the flowers with water to help them stay fresh.

Storing Peony Flowers

Did you know you can store cut peonies to use at a later date? You can cut peonies and store them for several weeks, even up to months depending on the variety. The key to storing peonies in the refrigerator and having them bloom at a much later date is knowing when to cut them and how to properly store them. Here is what Michigan State University said:

“The first thing you need to know is when to cut the peonies. The timing needs to be precise. To store a peony for proper bloom and achieve a vase life of five to 10 days, you need to cut the flowers when the buds are showing some color and are soft like a marshmallow, according to Wilma Jackson from the Sunny Dale Spring Peony Farm in Valley Center, Kansas. During the bloom time of peonies, you must check them several times a day to make sure you are cutting at the proper developmental stage.”

I’ve tried this method and it works! Just make sure your refrigerator doesn’t freeze them. You can also dip the bottom of the cut stems in wax and wrap them up. I’ve seen other growers do it this way. Once you are ready to use them after storing, just recut the stems and place in water. What a great way to to extend the peony season!

Here’s another table I set with peonies grown at All My Thyme flowers at Laughing Goat Flower Farm. We got together and had the best day creating beautiful table settings with gorgeous flowers. The dishes were my great grandmas and I made my lemon cake and blueberry muffins. I loved this so much!

I’m looking forward to visiting Pure Peonies again in June! This is another beautiful flower farm here in the Pacific Northwest.

In conclusion, if you want to create a stunning floral arrangement in your home, consider using peonies. By following these peony styling tips, you’ll be able to create beautiful arrangements for your home and create a unique display that will showcase the beauty of these beloved flowers.

Check on this series on my blog called “Flower Farms of the Pacific Northwest”

Flower Farms of the Pacific Northwest Series Part One – Laughing Goat Flower Farm

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Mauve Peony Flower Arrangement

Today I’m going to share how I made this Mauve Peony Flower Arrangement with faux flowers to create this beautiful spring floral arrangement. There are some tips and tricks to using artificial flowers that will make your flower arrangements look great and I’ll share the pros and cons of using artificial/faux flowers.

I will link all my favorites at the bottom and throughout the post. Just click on the images to shop the source.

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The Pros of Using Artificial Flowers

Faux Flowers last forever.

Faux flowers last forever if you take good care of them and store them properly. You never have to worry about them dying. You invest about the same amount of money or close to it, for real flowers but they are dead and gone in a week or less. Try using high end faux flowers next time and see how beautiful they are!

They are easy to bend and shape.

Artificial flowers are easy to bend and shape to fit your arrangement and they tend to stand up and stay where you place them, especially if they have a support system like a tape grid, chicken wire base, or floral foam. I’m not a huge fan of floral foam though as it’s terrible for the planet! Try using a chicken wire base if you want another option.

Faux flower quality is improving.

Another pro with using artificial or faux florals and greenery is that that the overall quality of flowers you can purchase now is amazing!

I typically only use the high-end type flowers, and people often ask me on my Instagram how I keep my flowers alive. Thats how nice they are! Many people think they are real!

They are so beautiful that they look real.

There are a lot of “real touch” flowers on the market nowadays and the quality just keeps getting better! I’ve linked the ones I used here for this Mauve Peony Flower Arrangement at the bottom of the post.

Artificial flowers are also much easier to come by when real flowers are out of season or hard to get.

Let’s be honest, peonies are only in season for about 3-4 weeks in early summer and that’s way to short!

I have so many beautiful peonies in all colors and sizes that I’ve found online and also have in my online shop EvolutionHomeDecor.com. I’ll be adding many of my favorites in the shop soon so stay tuned. (as of posting this 5/3/23, we should be launching the shop in a matter of weeks so check back soon if the website isn’t working yet)

The Cons of Using Artificial Flowers

They don’t have any smell.

I guess that could be a pro though if you have allergies!

They are not real and at the end of the day, fresh flowers are still my favorite to use but when they are not in season or hard to get, artificial flowers come in handy.

If you don’t swap them out often or don’t dust much, they do tend to get dusty.

I change flowers out often for the seasons so I don’t have that problem and I store them in my basement when not in use and keep them in a dust free area. Give them a good shake if they are dusty.

You have to store them somewhere in your home.

I am fortunate to have a basement in both my homes where I have ample storage space to keep all my flowers and seasonal home decor.

I prefer to store mine in french flower cans or buckets and I like to store similar colors and seasonal flowers together. I will also use large clear plastic garbage bags from Costco to put over the top of the flowers or greenery that I store in buckets or bins. This also helps keep them from getting dusty.

It’s a little harder to create arrangements that look asymmetrical and how they would appear in nature.

I like to give each flower it’s own space to breath and using real flowers allows for this to happen a little easier but if you use a proper support structure, you can achieve a beautiful look with the faux florals as well.

How to Arrange Faux Flowers

Now that we have covered some of the pros and cons of artificial flowers, let’s talk about how to arrange them.

One of my favorite techniques is to use a grid.

There are many ways to do this and in this particular arrangement, I used a grid that came with another vase I bought years ago. It was the perfect size for the antique crock opening and I used floral tape to attach it to the crock.

The grid provides some support and a little structure for the flowers. In a wider mouthed jar, vase, or crock, as I’ve used here, this really comes in handy.

You can see how I made this Mauve Peony Flower Arrangement in this reel video I shared here on Instagram.

I used clear floral tape and placed a few pieces of tape across the top of the crock and then laid the metal floral grid on top of the tape and then taped that down so it wouldn’t move.

I used a marble lazy susan to set the vase on and then I started arranging the flowers. This helps to see all sides of the arrangement. I learned this method years ago at a floral arranging workshop at my friend Dawn’s All My Thyme Rose Farm.

Start arranging your flowers.

Now that you have your tape grid or floral grid secure and a lazy susan, you can start arranging your flowers. I used two types of faux peonies. One was a dark mauve color and the other a similar color but with some contrast and a little smaller.

I love the simplicity of these colors and how they are similar but different.

I started adding a layer of the larger peonies then added in a layer of the smaller peonies. I used the the lazy susan to spin the vase around so I could see any holes or areas in the arrangement that looked sparse. I added both the large and small flowers in until it looked balanced and full. I was amazed at how many flowers I was able to fit into this crock!

I’ve shared as many of the sources as I could find in this next section but you can use any type of flower or color combo that you like. Just tap the photos of the individual sources to get to the link.

I hope you’ve enjoyed seeing how to create a faux or artificial peony flower arrangement!

Shop the Look

Here are some other flower arranging posts to check out!

Blue and Orange DIY Fall Centerpiece

Summer/Fall Sunflower Centerpiece

Blue and Yellow Summer/Fall DIY Floral Arrangement

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St. Patrick’s Day is a festive time of year and an ideal opportunity to bring a little bit of festive green and gold into your kitchen. In today’s post, I’ll show you some green and gold inspiration to transform your kitchen into a vibrant and festive space.

You can source and shop all the items featured in this post. Just scroll down to the bottom and tap on each photo for the links to shop.

Kitchen Countertop and Shelves

I’m so excited to share some inspiration on how to add touches of green and gold as well as St. Patricks Day decor to your kitchen. You don’t have to go all out to make it festive, you can keep it simple and use subtle items like dishes, flowers, vases, and serving bowls to create a touch of spring that also doubles as St. Patricks Day decor. I used different shades of green to bring in some color as well and white and green accents throughout my kitchen and dining area. I kept this seasons decor simple and then on St. Patricks Day, I added in a few other items that made it work for both St. Patricks Day and spring!

I added some white serving bowls and cake stands, some of them antique milk glass and mint green dishes to the open shelving. I also added a spring wreath with white and green colors.

I love these kitchen appliances that I discovered recently. They come in white and gold and a handful of other colors, including green! They are aesthetically pleasing as well as functional! I’ve linked some of them below! They work amazingly too and are a great value!

Another way to add in color and warmth to your kitchen that works for St. Patricks Day decor as well as Spring, is to add a charcuterie or cutting board to your island or counter and then add some flowers in a vase. I also used this cute recipe card holder and some cookies for snacking later.

Faux Stems to recreate the look:

I added little touches of green throughout my kitchen, including the utensil crocks, a cookbook set up on an easel, and I arranged some faux apple blossoms in a green and white floral vase.

Stovetop Decor

I like to add in fresh flowers as well as faux. I made up this arrangement using grocery store flowers.

Faux Leafy Picks to recreate the look:

*Vase source below

I like to mix new and old decor items and you can see here how I used antique milk glass and mixed it in with some newer cake stands and other compote dishes. I also like to swap out some of the enameled cookware that I use often and here I used the ivory/white colored pans that I have.

Because my kitchen has a lot of white, it’s fun to dress it up for each season and holiday. One of my biggest tips for decorating your home is to style for the season and to also make it versatile for whatever holidays fall within that season. This saves me so much time! It’s a challenge sometimes to make it all work but I hope this post gives you some ideas and inspiration on how to decorate for both Spring and St. Patricks Day.

Green and Gold Tablescape

This is a green and gold tablescape that I set a few years back. I used this for St. Patricks Day, then Spring, and Easter! I just changed up a few things for each holiday. Click here to see all the details of this tablescape. I think it’s still one of my favorite tablescapes ever!

St. Patrick’s Day Accents

On the actual St. Patrick’s Day holiday, I added this fun little dessert tray to for everyone to enjoy.

My daughter made these yummy St. Patricks Day treats and they were so good! She’s quite the little baker!

I hope you have a wonderful St. Patrick’s Day and can have a little fun decorating for this holiday. You don’t have to go all out to make it cute and festive. Sharing all this today sure makes me excited for spring to arrive!

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