happy sunday...

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party across the pond...

Bring out the bunting!!! The UK is having a four-day weekend to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee! This year marks the Queen's 70th year as monarch. Being that the Queen is the first monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee, there are sure to be many events and get-togethers to mark the special occasion. Here are a few fabulous set-ups for the long weekend...

via TAT London

via TAT London

via TAT London

via Ben Pentreath

a proper pantry...

The kids are about the be out of school for the summer, and you know what that means... The empty stares into the fridge on an hourly basis, the constant requests for snacks, and the complaint that there is nothing to eat! Time to stock your pantry to avoid having to run to the shops on a daily basis to procure sustenance for your little angels... Here are a few pantries that would definitely be able to store all of your summer snacking needs! 

via Remodelista

via Addicted to Decorating

via Camille Styles

 

beat the summer heat...

The heat is on!!! I love the summer sun, but there are times when it can be a bit overwhelming, which keeps me from heading out or cutting my outdoor time short in search of air conditioning. Thankfully, there are a few things that will help to keep you cool as you venture out this summer... 

How do you keep cool during the summer months?

happy sunday...

 

exterior details...

Now that the weather has warmed up and you are spending more time outside, you may have noticed that your home's exterior could use a bit of attention... The good news is that there are simple improvements that can be made that do not require a costly renovation. 

Change the color of your door, shutters, and decor to match, creating a bold statement...

via Sarah Tucker

Add window boxes to add color, charm, and interest... 

via Liz Marie blog

Use oversized planters to flank the entry, adding height and depth...

via My Daily She

Find creative ways to cover up any eyesores...

via Accents of France

What exterior projects do you have planned? 

wandering wednesdays {nantucket, massachusetts}...

Today we are visiting Greydon House. This boutique hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Nantucket, near restaurants, shops, and the water! With its New England exterior, and flawlessly decorated interior, its the perfect place to spend some time this summer! 

via By Georgia Grace

via By Georgia Grace

via By Georgia Grace

via By Georgia Grace

via By Georgia Grace

via By Georgia Grace

 

brilliant built-ins...

I love how this room combines both modern and classic details to create a space that is both aesthetically pleasing and functional. In a child's room, storage is always needed, and this room has incorporated it in the best ways... The built-in drawers, cabinet/wardrobe, and shelves... Perfection!

via W Design Collective

via Cottage and Vine

via Decor Pad

 

monday {menu}

 

Blood Orange & Ginger Boston Sour

DESCRIPTION

Gorgeously hued, incredibly easy to make, and flavored with blood orange juice and ginger liqueur, this Blood Orange Boston Sour is one celebratory drink worth shaking up.

• 2 ounces fresh blood orange juice
• 2 ounces bourbon
• 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
• ½ ounce ginger liqueur (such as Domaine De Canton)
• 1 egg white (optional)
• Blood orange slices for garnish

Combine orange juice, whiskey, lemon juice, liqueur, and egg white in a cocktail shaker, fill halfway with ice, secure lid and shake vigorously for 30 seconds. Strain into a coupe glass and top with blood orange slice.

happy sunday...

grab your fanny packs & meet me at the s a l e...

 

beautiful baskets: how to use them...

One thing that you can never have enough of are baskets... Whether used for laundry, mail, or to hold plants, baskets are the most useful accessories you can have in a space... And they look good too! Use them...

In the bathroom... Towels, toilet paper rolls, under-counter storage

In the living area and bedroom... Blankets, throw pillows, books, firewood, toys

In the kitchen... Vegetables, pantry storage

Visit us at our COASTAL ALLEY SALE, 

SATURDAY, MAY 21, from 9-11am 

to find your perfect basket! 

In the alley behind the Rustic Rooster old storefront

930 South Coast Highway 101 Encinitas, CA 92024

See you there!

chairs to accent any space...

via Decor Pad

via The Redhead From Virginia

via Sincerely Marie Designs

Accent chairs can be so much fun, with endless possibilities of shapes, sizes, styles, and fabrics! They are perfect for filling empty corners, flanking a console table, as part of a grouping in a conversation area, as a reading chair in a bedroom... Whether as a decorative or utilitarian piece, an accent chair can add a bit of pizzazz to your space! 

Visit us at our COASTAL ALLEY SALE, 

SATURDAY, MAY 21, from 9-11am 

and get the perfect chair to accent your space... 

In the alley behind the Rustic Rooster old storefront

930 South Coast Highway 101 Encinitas, CA 92024

See you there!

summer bar essentials...

via Stephanie Krauss Designs 

It's always a good time to entertain!!! And having a well-stocked bar ensures that you have everything you need for you and your guests to enjoy everyone's favorite drinks and experiment with something new! Once you've procured your cart, tray, or other bar storage, here are some of the essentials that will make it complete...

• Ice bucket
• Cutting board
• Cocktail stirrer
• Shot glass
• Wine stopper
• Corkscrew
• Glassware
• Cocktail napkins
• Straws

Gather all of your favorite spirits, mixers, and garnish, and you are ready for a good time!

Visit us at our COASTAL ALLEY SALE, 

SATURDAY, MAY 21, from 9-11am 

to scoop up this amazing tray table and put together your perfect summer bar tray! 

In the alley behind the Rustic Rooster old storefront

930 South Coast Highway 101 Encinitas, CA 92024

See you there!