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Style Scouting: Vol. 219

ByDiane Henkler Updated:

Thanks for stopping by for this week’s Style Scouting. My Sunday post where I share the random stuff that captured my attention or inspired me that I found online.

fireplace decorated for Christmas
photo: Blesser House

Are you ready? Thanksgiving is days away. Are you hosting? I am. There will be 8 of us so I am going to have to get a little creative with seating since my kitchen table only seats about 6 comfortably.

Holiday time is the only time of the year that I miss having a dining room like I had in my previous home. My dad made a large plywood top to go over the table so I could seat 12 – 14 people.

I also miss having a dining room since I like to set a pretty table. With a separate dining room I could set the table days in advance. Not so now as we will be using the kitchen table up until it is time to serve Thanksgiving dinner.

If you like to set a festive Thanksgiving table and need a few ideas you will find them in my post 26 Creative Thanksgiving Table Decor Ideas. (open in same tab)

Now onto the inspiration and ideas I found this week.

Posts You May Have Missed This Week:

Decorating

This designer’s portfolio. (open in same tab)

How to make your sofa more inviting. (open in same tab)


How unique is this historic library up for auction? Could you imagine making it your home?! (open in same tab)

Living in the south I rarely see stone homes like it anymore. This classic stone home is near where I used to live in Pennsylvania. (open in same tab).

DIY

When you can’t find dinner napkins you like and don’t sew to make your own, here is a way you can DIY them without sewing. (open in same tab). See the written directions here. (open in same tab)

I love this old-fashioned looking Christmas garland. (open in same tab)

Are your dining chair cushions in need of a refresh in time for the holidays? Here is one way to do it. (open in same tab) And here is another way to update a dining chair cushion. (open in same tab)

Organizing

Such a clever way to pack your earrings when traveling. (open in same tab)

Home Improvement

These home renovations. (open in same tab)

This fireplace makeover looks amazing. (open in same tab)

Food

Have you ever used the cheesecloth method to cook the perfect roast turkey? (open in same tab)

If you don’t like turkey, this Thanksgiving Chicken looks delicious. (open in same tab)

Wait, what? Cottage cheese mashed potatoes? (open in same tab)

I know my husband will like this recipe for an Old-Fashioned cocktail. (open in same tab)

Out & About

Have you seen the movie Wicked yet? I wasn’t sure I wanted to see it, but am so glad I did. Everything is amazing from the actors to the costumes and the sets that were actually built, they are not computer generated. They are beyond impressive!!!! (open in same tab)

Fashion & Beauty


I love this important lesson from dressing with less. (open in same tab)

I need to update my winter jacket. One that doesn’t have to be parka like for freezing cold and snow, but for the milder southern winter. I like this one in green (open in same tab) and this one also in green that is a bit longer. (open in same tab)

Fun & Interesting

How does one even think that this could be done with a typewriter and then does it in amazing detail. (open in same tab)

Why it feels like your phone is listening to you. (open in same tab)

Something to Think About

How to get the right amount of light for better health and wellbeing. (open in same tab)

When life feels chaotic, try doing one of these. (open in same tab)

“Be self aware enough to know how you want to live, then use that mindfulness to create the life you want.” – Interior Designer Alison Davin

Oh… So Stylish Finds

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6 Comments

  1. Yes, I’ve used Martha Stewart’s cheesecloth method many times. I cut back on the butter and use a piece of cotton sheet instead of cheesecloth. Works just as well.

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  2. Just a simple – I really enjoy your posts – lots of good info I use!
    Happy Thanksgiving!

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    1. Diane Henkler says:

      Thank you Rhonda for enjoying and reading my posts. Happy Thanksgiving

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  3. Congrats to Mandy and Matt! It looks like a fun memorable wedding . Those are the best!

    I bookmarked the Wicked video…from what little I saw it looks quite impressive. Thanks for that…Happy Thanksgiving! ;)

    Thanks

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  4. The link to Wicked was so interesting! I’ve seen the stage musical twice. Haven’t seen the movie yet.

    I think I need a professional to help me pare down my closet for a capsule wardrobe that works for me. My body and lifestyle is changing so my clothes need updating and/or out of my closet.

    Two of my grandchildren found my manual typewriter when they visited a few years ago. They were so impressed with the old technology! I found some directions for them to “draw” a few pictures. What fun they had!

    Wondering if my phone was really listening to my private conversations was educational. Thanks for that.

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  5. Carol Heartfelt Whimsies says:

    Diane—
    I wanted to comment on how beautiful and creative I thought your daughter’s wedding was. Truly a breath of fresh air in this time of everything—especially weddings—being overdone. I loved the personal touches, style, thoughtfulness and just plain FUN of it! I could see the utter joy on their faces! Congratulations to all!

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