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Style Scouting: Vol. 244

ByDiane Henkler Last 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.

casual dining room with white walls
photo: Julie Leffell

Happy June 1st.

This past week I did something very exciting. Something that I should have done weeks ago after pollen season was over. I did some deep-dive spring cleaning. I know exciting, right? :-)

It was something that had to be done – long overdue, but more importantly I wanted the windows in my house to look summery like the windows in the photo above.

I started by removing the screens from the windows in the house and took them outside to give each one a good soapy scrub with a scrub brush and hosing off. I clean the glass on the windows and sliding glass doors all the time, but the screens just get a dusting or a going over with the nozzle of the vacuum hose.

It wasn’t a fun job and one that I didn’t think would make a decorative difference, but I was happily rewarded for my efforts when I placed each screen back in the windows and saw what a difference cleaning them made.

If your window screens haven’t been cleaned in awhile, I highly recommend taking the time and effort to get them cleaned.

Now I have to do the screen doors… slow and steady will get them all done before the first day of summer arrives. :-)

Decorating

This renovated Rhode Island home and guest house. Both have lots of style, color and character. (open in same tab)

I love every inch of this beautiful home. :-). (open in same tab)

If I ever remodel my kitchen, I like this one a designer in Toronto did where there is a mix of wood tone and white cabinets. (open in same tab)

DIY

If you are planning to add tile to a surface in your home, you may be interested in this product that makes the process easier. (open in same tab)

Make a stylish summer cake stand for a few dollars. (open in same tab)

When you don’t have enough counter space to hold a basket or two of produce, this idea may be worth doing. (open in same tab)

Cleaning & Organizing

Städdag can optimize your cleaning routine. (open in same tab)

Home Improvement

The new flooring this blogger added to her home looks amazing! (open in same tab)

Food

Not pie, but made into bars... yum! (open in same tab)

What’s the difference between Ice Cream, Gelato, Italian Ice and Sorbet? (open in same tab)

When I serve a salad similar to this when entertaining, everyone asks for the recipe. (open in same tab)

If you like white beans, this 15-minute side dish looks so good. I think I would make it my whole meal, minus the cream and oil. I would replace these in the recipe with low salt vegetable broth. (open in same tab)

Reading & Watching

I am hoping this movie comes to Netflix or Prime since it is not being shown in theaters is my area. (open in same tab)

I just pre-ordered this book that is also being made into a movie. (open in same tab)

I watched all of Sirens on Netflix – 5 episodes in one night!  Totally enjoyed. (open in same tab)

Gardening

If you are into veggie gardening, this looks like a great set-up to have. (open in same tab)

Flower gardening mistakes to avoid and what to do instead. (open in same tab)

Fashion & Beauty

I know this is true, I just wish it didn’t cost so much. Why getting your nails done makes you feel better. (open in same tab)

The five key summer fashion trends to know about. (open in same tab)

Fun & Interesting

Here is your chance to flaunt the the curb appeal of your fabulous home. (open in same tab)

Why we are all addicted to Zillow now. (open in same tab)

This is a cool time lapse from a camera that a photographer left out all night. (open in same tab)

Ina Garten is my summer icon and I am going to channel her vibe. (open in same tab)

Something to Think About

The next time you are asked if you want a receipt for a purchase, you may want to say no. (open in same tab)

Modern homemaking made simple. (open in same tab)

Do you know what Rage Bait is? If you spend time online, you have probably seen it and didn’t know what it really is. (open in same tab)


“What you admire in others will develop in yourself.” – Christian D. Larson

Oh… So Stylish Finds

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  • I went to a new hairstylist and he used this hairbrush when drying my hair. It felt so good. Now I even use it to massage my scalp every morning. (open in same tab)

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14 Comments

  1. Hi Diane. I’m wondering if you still garden using your raised beds. Just curious! :)

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    1. Diane Henkler says:

      Hi Kirsten – Last September when Hurricane Helene came blowing through our yard and brought trees down and big branches, sadly the elevated garden boxes we had been using the past few years were badly damaged and couldn’t be repaired. This summer will be the first year for us without a veggie garden. I do still grow herbs in barrels though. :-)

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  2. Rage baiting is off the table for me. Thanks for cluing me in.

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    1. Diane Henkler says:

      You are welcome PJ – I knew a little bit about the practice of Rage Baiting, but learned alot myself in the post about it.

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  3. Ordered the hair brush. I’m a fan of Denman. They never wear out.

    Sigh! In other news I am not a fan of substacks. Just venting.🤔

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    1. Diane Henkler says:

      Hi Karen – I just love the Denman brush and the size. I so happy with it. :- ). I agree with you about not being a fan of Substack. So many bloggers are turning to the paid platforms to get away from Google. Google in the past year has taken away most of the traffic bloggers used to get and has turned their Search feature into Ai mode that will in time not send any traffic at all to bloggers anymore.

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  4. Another great post, Diane. I especially liked the fenced garden as I want to have flowers and homegrown veggies without sharing with the deer and rabbits.
    My manicurist quit so now I’m on the hunt for a new place to go. I usually get a pedicure but treat myself to a manicure about once a year.
    Rage Bait is the reason why I quit social media.
    Thank you for all the great info!
    Have a great week.

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    1. Diane Henkler says:

      Hi Patti – I have never been a fan of social media and with each passing month, I scroll through it less and less. I hope you have a wonderful first week of June.

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  5. Thanks for a perfect post for June 1 – so much interesting stuff as we head into summer! Netflix has so much I am often unaware of the latest and greatest – I will definitely watch Sirens tonight. I always get paper receipts – no more! I like the idea of Mussel Bound, but I’m not sure I’m handy enough to try it. Rage Bait – I hadn’t heard of this but I know exactly what it is. I definitely need to revisit Ina Garten in preparation for summer. Thanks Diane!

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    1. Diane Henkler says:

      Thanks for reading Linda – Enjoy the week ahead.

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  6. Hi, Diane.
    I look forward to finding your Style Scouting in my inbox each week! You always have interesting and inspiring information! I also enjoy looking at your finds! Thanks for all you do!

    Wendy

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    1. Diane Henkler says:

      Thanks for reading my Style Scouting posts Wendy. :-

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  7. Barbara Pilcher says:

    Thank you, Diane, for this week’s links. I never skip them. I, too, read Kristi Linauer’s post on rage bait this past week and finally understood why there is so much silly garbage online. Thank you for broadcasting that info. I also appreciated the link to Modern Homemaking and have subscribed to their newsletter. I am fortunate to have grown up at a time when young girls were taught how to sew and when my un-trendy parents had a garden and chickens so we learned how to cook from scratch with fresh vegetables and eggs (and yes, some of those chickens, too). I’m also glad that you are spreading the word about paper receipts. I knew they were hormone disruptors and I try to minimize contact, so this was a good reminder. Thank you for passing along info on the differences between all my favorite frozen desserts. May we all have an Ida-like summer!

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    1. Diane Henkler says:

      Hi Barbara – Thanks for reading and enjoying the links in my post. I,like you grew up being taught how to cook, sew and garden and have hobbies. I fondly remember embroidering stuff and framing a few to hang in my room. I am going to try my hardest to have an Ina like summer or at least a slow going and relaxing one. Hope you get the time to fully enjoy this first week of June.

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