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This Week’s Links

Happy Sunday, and Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there, especially my mom. You make the world a better place, and I love you more than you know.

Now for a few links from this week…

Although controversial, I loved this article. For me, Garance hit the nail on the head.  You won’t find any white jeans and skinny thighs here, and that’s fine by me. (PS, thanks Victoria for pointing me to this!)

I’m proud to know that 18 sites in NC have been added to the National Register of Historical Places!

This kitchen. Enough said.

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12 tricks to appear smart in emails. Hilarious!

I was just talking with my mom last night about how I was trying to get better about accepting compliments. I tend to fend them off with a witty retort that usually happens to undermine the compliment, as well as myself. I really enjoyed this article about how lots of women do just that.

29 ways to decorate with stripes.

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In honor of Mother’s Day, here’s a few mothers of invention.

I’m very discreetly slipping my newest venture in here…I’ve started a little side content management business called Milly Media. I’ll share more on that later, but just know that I am extremely excited!!

Sheryl Sandberg’s beautiful tribute to her late husband. Warning: tears are probable.

And in case you missed it…

  1. Traditional Meets Mid Century Modern with Chairish
  2. Last Minute Cinco de Mayo Party
  3. Mid Century Dresser Makeover
  4. One Room Challenge – Week 6 – THE REVEAL!
  5. Quotable Friday

This Week’s Links

18 architects and designers share their favorite rooms of all time. (David Cafiero is my fave!)

Forget bikini-ready…how to get your body caftan-ready. The best!

I consider the Kentucky Derby (next weekend!) a holiday. How cute is this Derby party?!

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Speaking of holidays, this simple Cinco de Mayo cake topper is adorable.

Do you have trouble with small talk? Check out these solutions.

Roman and Williams gave Jenna Lyons’ iconic Brooklyn townhouse a makeover after it sold. Which do you like better?

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25 bold ways to do color in your home.

I want this.

Simple, colorful last-minute cocktails.

And in case you missed it…

  1. Wedding Season, Part I
  2. Thrifting Lately
  3. One Room Challenge – Week 4
  4. Quotable Friday

This Week’s Links

Happy Sunday, friends! What a fun weekend it has been! I was so honored to be a part of one of my very best friends’ big day…it was a gorgeous wedding and she was a beautiful bride!

And now for a few links for you to enjoy…

A few kitchen trends happening right now.

Anyone else find this appalling?

I love this fireplace face lift…it makes me want to break out my faux marble contact paper again!

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How to choose the right sofa for your space.

How’s it going? Emily’s post about how we respond to this question struck a cord with me. My dad has always hated when someone would answer, “Hanging in there” or “Not too bad” so I generally make a conscious effort to avoid those replies. Just a simple, positive response can change your whole day!

These patios and porches definitely have me ready for Spring.

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Tips to find contentment in your 20s and 30s.

A spring cleaning list, plus a free printable!

This dinner party is to die for. I want all the things.

And in case you missed it…

  1. New Bern Historic Homes & Gardens Tour
  2. Interview With The Designer: Lauren Nicole Designs
  3. Spring Southern Ideal Home Show 2015
  4. One Room Challenge – Week 3
  5. Quotable Friday

This Week’s Links

This weekend is tour weekend. Yesterday I went over to New Bern for the historic homes and gardens tour. And today I’m heading to Raleigh for the Southern Ideal Home Show! All this inspiration is getting me excited for the Herring Hulse House debut!

I seriously cannot wait for this tomorrow.

A glamorous black & white & gold tablescape.

The list is in.

This sounds like the perfect summer cocktail.

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I’m so thrilled for my friend Amy! Those twins are just precious!

I’d love one of these for our back porch.

I loved this closet door makeover.

And speaking of makeovers, check out this gorgeous kitchen.

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These cement tiles. I want them all.

Text messages are about to get a lot more interesting.

Scrabble magnets. How cute!

And in case you missed it…

  1. What’s On Your…Coffee Table?
  2. Guilty Pleasures
  3. One Room Challenge – Week 2
  4. Quotable Friday

This Week’s Links

Holy crap, these last two weeks have been crazy!! Between a new dog, a work trip, cleaning out a storage unit, working on the design house, a black tie affair, and hosting a shower, I haven’t had time for much else! But my proverbial plate has been just the way I like it: very full!

Here are a few links I’ve been loving lately. I hope you enjoy!

15 old-house features that maybe we shouldn’t get rid of.

It’s never too late to start.

A sophisticated NYC apartment.

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This house makeover is incredible.

How to find the right size rug for your space.

I love the idea of a March Madness party…even if my team is out.

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A look back at the Cinderella saga.

Some great bathroom organization.

A lovely, free spring printable.

PS- Don’t forget to enter the Laura Kathryn Creative giveaway!

This Week’s Links

Exhaustion is not a status symbol. (Thanks to Joanna for pointing me to this great read!)

My favorite game is now online!

The most expensive hotel suite in NYC.

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This mirrored home in Poland is just crazy.

Are you a binge-watcher? Check out this manual for your TV marathons!

I absolutely LOVE this sliding screen door!

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Looking for some unique furniture? Clementine daily shared the best sites for reclaimed, vintage furniture.

I might have to try one of these festive drinks on Tuesday.

Could you go without makeup for a year?

And in case you missed it…

  1. Thrifting Lately
  2. What Etsy’s IPO Really Means
  3. Southern Blog Society Conference: Here I Come!
  4. From Winter to Spring with Chairish
  5. Quotable Friday