Style Scouting: Vol. 254

This past week (after the previous week that was filled with a houseful of family) was going to be all about getting back into my normal routine, which usually is walking in the morning, prepping food, running errands and then working on a DIY project or two, taking photos and writing posts. Then ending the day reading or watching something on TV, but none of this happened.

Instead I caught the daycare cold from my grandson when he was here that kept me on a recliner for 4 days — home projects, fitness and other stuff had to be put on the backburner.

In a way it felt good to not be able to do anything, plus it was overcast, cloudy and rainy everyday which made the house feel cozy, which I didn’t take for granted. Having the house and weather feel cozy made me just go with doing nothing. It also made me excited more than my usual excitement for the coming of fall.

I am looking forward to the change of pace that fall brings. It is also the start of the busy blogging season so I need to get myself ready. So far on my list of late summer, early fall projects is redoing the painted countertops in my kitchen and a few other crafty and decorative projects.

For now though, I plan to keep relaxing and enjoying what the rest of the summer brings.

Now onto the links I found for you this week.

Decorating

If I had an atrium room in my home like this, it would be my favorite room that I would want to spend all my time in. (open in same tab)

This coastal Georgia home is filled with color and character. (open in same tab)

This whimsical, star-studded home makeover. (open in same tab)

I agree with what Ina says about decorating a kitchen. (open in same tab)

DIY

If you need an electrical outlet near your bed/nightable for your devices, this is one very smart solution. (open in same tab)

A doable idea for when you need a piece of wall art to be larger. (open in same tab)

When you have an empty vase and don’t know what to put into it, here are a few ideas. (open in same tab)

Out & About

Instagram has a new location sharing map feature and why you may want to turn it off. (open in same tab)

This couple built this business as a safety net after their careers were being demolished by AI. (open in same tab)

Watching & Reading

I have enjoyed reading this series over the last few years. I like the plots and the fact that the main character is a women in her 60’s. I just ordered the 15th book in the series. (open in same tab)

Ed and I are still enjoying watching the first 3 seasons of Will Trent on Disney+. (open in same tab)

Fashion & Beauty

Have you seen the trending swim attire that has been becoming popular? (open in same tab)

Martha is starting a new product line and it is not about anything home related. (open in same tab)

Fun & Interesting

Sharing meals is critical to our happiness! (open in same tab)

Something to Think About

This month try a calendar of kindness. (open in same tab)

This story will help you define enough in your life. (open in same tab)

“Wherever you look there are inspirations, books, literature, paintings, landscapes, everything. Just living is an inspiration.” – Gavin Rossdale