Style Scouting: Vol. 299

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.

Family roasting marshmallows around a backyard firepit

Hello! I’m back after taking a week off from my weekly Style Scouting post. With family visiting over the July 4th weekend that included my 8-month old grandson’s first visit to the lake, I knew I didn’t want to have to be online and away from the sun and fun. :-) I enjoyed the visit and time off from my regular schedule.

It was a very hot 4th where we enjoyed lots of lake time, but with the heat we didn’t get to enjoy time around the firepit to make Smores like we normally would have done.

I know it has also been a very hot summer for many regions of the country and sitting around a firepit like the one above may not look enticing, but I did link in today’s post to a very nicely designed one that may conjure up chilly fall vibes that we can all look forward to in a few months.

For now I hope the links I found for you this week will inspire your style and creativity.

Decorating

A pretty and serene color scheme in this beach house. (open in same tab)

This charming summer villa is dreamy. (open in same tab)

Like the easy breezy look of a cottage on Nantucket? Here are some great ideas to add the style to your home. (open in same tab)

A charming cottage rooted in garden style. (open in same tab)

DIY

How to make a lamp using a ginger jar – no wiring needed. (open in same tab)

You don’t have to live in an apartment to do this very easy and pretty decorating idea by the fridge in your kitchen. (open in same tab)

Looking to create an island in your kitchen, but don’t have any woodworking skills? Then you may love this very clever kitchen island idea. (open in same tab)

Cleaning & Organizing

This sneaky kind of clutter may be useful, but do you need it? (open in same tab)

How to make your home smell like summer. (open in same tab)

I have 7 sliding glass doors in my house and if this cleaning hack works I will be thrilled! (open in same tab)

Home Improvement

How to get the look of a sunken fire pit. (open in same tab)

Food

A delicious summer recipe that can be made in no time at all. (open in same tab)

Basic & classic recipes like this one are sometimes the best! (open in same tab)

This sourdough bread is almost like dessert. (open in same tab)

If you like pizza and/or bread you are sure to want to make this yummy delicious-ness. (open in same tab)

Out & About

Would you like to take a dip in one on these pools? (open in same tab)


Need to find a route with shade? There’s an app for that. (open in same tab)


Treasures to look out for at flea markets. (open in same tab)

Gardening

Design ideas for a storybook garden. (open in same tab)

Fashion, Health & Beauty

If you have a pearl necklace, have you ever styled it this way? (open in same tab)


How cute! Birkenstock goes ballet! (open in same tab)

Why you should take a 10-minute walk. (open in same tab)

Fun & Interesting


Dancing is one of the best things you can do for your brain. Here is why. A good reminder to sign up for more classes. (open in same tab)

Why are planes so cold? (open in same tab)


Ellen Hilderbrand on the joys of an American summer. I remember doing all of these as a kid. (open in same tab)

Something to Think About

9 subtle signs that your account or devices have been hacked. (open in same tab)


Why we are losing the ability to discover what we didn’t know to ask. (open in same tab)

“Do things this week that make you forget to check your phone.” – Kelly Rowe

Oh… So Stylish Finds

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  • Living on a lake we have lots of water toys that have to be blown up. We just got this small device. It has made the process of blowing floats, airbeds and more a cinch! (open in same tab)

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5 Comments

  1. Michele M. says:

    Hi D – welcome back. Still so hot and so humid. What a horribly unconvertible summer this has been. So I actually squealed out loudly at those adorable Birk ballet shoes. Oh how my grand girl would adore those!!!

  2. I love your scouting posts. Thank you

  3. I love your style scouting posts. Thank you

  4. thank you for this weekly post. I nearly always find something to pin, or sign up to follow.

  5. Barbara Pilcher says:

    Welcome back, Diane. I love your links today. Especially the summer house ones. Gotta go make that frittata! Stay cool in the days ahead.