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Happy Friday! We’re loving these ten things this week and think that you will too!
1) The ‘Everyday Clutch’ by Emmalyn Designs: We adore these clutches made by Emmalyn Designs. They’re handmade, customizable, and so practical for summer! This raffia clutch would be perfect for evenings by the beach! (P.S. She also makes adorable lanyards and key fobs!).
2) Lara Casey’s PowerSheets: We LOVE our PowerSheets! They’re the perfect companion to our Simplified Planner and fit perfectly inside our Home Base Binder. Use the code SUMMERGOALS to get 40% off your PowerSheets purchase now through June 15th!
3) Volcano Bar Soap by Capri Blue: Our very favorite candle is the volcano candle by Capri Blue. This soap smells exactly like it. It’s wonderful!
4) Sam and Libby Quarter Strap Sandal: These wedges are amazing. Super comfy (you can wear them chasing toddlers around), and they look good with just about any outfit!
5) @bannc on Instagram: Brittney (the gal behind Hosting and Toasting) is just the sweetest, and we love following along with her on Instagram!
6) Jillian Harris’ Post on Toast 9 Ways: If you love toast as much as we do, you’ll love this blog post!
7) Kate Spade’s ‘Heart of Gold’ Bangle: Slim. Stackable. And it has a hidden message engraved on the inside. Perfect for wrapping up as a gift!
8) Angels Walking by Karen Kingsbury: This fictional book sucks you in and won’t let you put it down until you finish it. A great book to stick inside your pool bag for the summer!
9) That’s It Fruit Bars: Have you guys tried these yummy bars yet? These are perfect for making sure you (and your kids!) eat healthy on the go. The only ingredient in them is fruit!
10) Our June Playlist: Don’t forget to hop on over to Spotify and check out our new playlist for June!
Psst. Father’s Day is just around the corner! If you haven’t picked out the perfect gift for dad yet, we’ve gathered up a few of our favorites that we think he’ll love— just in time to wrap up and give to him on June 19th!
1) Mark and Graham iPad Air Case: Sophisticated, imported leather that will make any iPad look extra classy. You can even personalize it with his initials, free of charge!
2) Dapperdesk Legal Pad: Our men’s legal pad is perfect for dad’s who work in an office, or need to take notes down regularly. It features luxurious Mohawk paper and a navy book-cloth binding.
3) Yeti Rambler Colster: Any canned drink will stay cold ALL day long with this colster. The perfect gift with the warm sumer months ahead!
4) Daniel Wellington Watch: Classic. Functional. Stylish. We can’t say enough good things about Daniel Wellington watches.
5) Rayban Wayfarers: These sunglasses look great on anyone. Bonus: they’re on sale!
6) S’Well Water Bottle: Durable, slim, and super insulated. These bottles come in lots of different colors, too.
7) Magpul Phone Case: These phone cases are crazy durable and compact. Any guy will love this phone case!
8) Rustic Leather Watch Box: If your dad loves watches, you can’t go wrong with this leather watch box. They’ll even personalize it for free!
9) ‘Good Dad’ Mug: Remind your dad just how great he is every morning when he drinks his coffee with this oversized mug. Any coffee loving dad will love this gift!
10) Mark & Graham Cotton Tie: These ties are casual & stylish. Perfect for summer weddings or days at the office!
11) Personalized BBQ Grill Tools: Every dad needs a good set of grill tools. We love this set for gift giving!
11) Bose Bluetooth Speaker: This speaker has a 30 foot wireless range and holds its charge for ten hours. Perfect for when dad wants to listen to his music outdoors this summer!
12) Walk In Love T-Shirt: We love our friends over at Walk in Love. Their twist on a classic baseball tee is one of our favorites!
photo via Winsome and Gold
It’s that time of year again! Schools are letting out, and most of us are moving our social activities outdoors to enjoy the gorgeous weather. Hosting backyard parties is one of our favorite ways to enjoy the outdoors while spending time with the people who matter most to us. Sometimes, though, even the most well-planned outdoor parties can go awry. Here’s three of our favorite tips to help you avoid a backyard disaster this summer.
1) Plan for the worst. Don’t let unexpected events ruin your whole party! Have a back up plan in case it rains (and be sure to let your guests know in advance whether the party is on, rain or shine). Set some bug spray out in case the mosquitos are in full swing the night of your party (hint: lemon and verbena scents also help to ward off those unwelcome little guests). Being prepared for little things that might go wrong will help the evening go off without a hitch!
2) Don’t leave ’em in the dark. Your guests, that is. If you’re planning on the party lasting into the evening, be sure to have plenty of lighting so that everyone can see. Don’t have many lights in your outdoor space? Set some candles out on the table, hang some string lights or lanterns, and light up some tiki torches. Your guests will thank you!
3) Pick easy, classic recipes. We all want to impress our friends with fancy, delicious recipes, but sometimes it’s best to just keep it simple. Everyone loves a good hamburger with corn on the cob. If you do want to serve something fancy, just add a little bit of a twist to a classic favorite. Your guests will appreciate being able to recognize the items on the menu, and you won’t have to slave away all day in the kitchen. Fresh fruit and charcuterie boards (i.e.: fancy cheese and crackers) are two of our favorites. We’re also dying to try this easy, sweet & spicy grilled chicken recipe.