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Cheers to 2023!


2023 is finally here - we can't wait to see what this year has in store for us! 

Happy Holidays!

 


Happy Holidays from our homes to yours!

Holiday Decorating



Happy Fourth of July! With all that is going on with COVID we decided to stay home this year and stay safe. It was the perfect excuse to get some things down around the house and to organize some of family photos from past years.

A few years ago we decided to take our decorating skills to the lake and decorate our family's boat for the Fourth of July. I am a huge believer in supporting your kids (and everyone else's!) creativity. We were going to enter the annual boat parade, and my very creative granddaughter decided that she wanted to make a dragon float. 
It was her design, she did all of the painting, and it was fantastic, and the only one on the lake!

My parents have since then sold the lake house, but I am grateful we have so many photos and memories.
It was a great chance create together and celebrate family and friends and have a great time together. 

Here is hoping you were able to stay safe and enjoy the holidays as well!

Building And Design Trends Shared on Candy'sDirt

What a great year it has been! So many new and exciting products - it's hard to know where to begin.

Candy'sDirt asked Lifestylist® Suzanne Felber to compile a Lifestylist List of her favorites - you can discover them with us here.

The 2016 International Builders Show, Kitchen and Bath Industry Show, Surfaces, and the Window Coverings Show are just days away - be sure to follow the Lifestylist on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter to see what she discovers at the shows this year.

Setting Your Table for Fall

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Fall is finally here and let's face it... it wouldn't feel like Fall without some great home decor pieces that create an autumn festive atmosphere for you and those living in your home. I don't know about you, but I tend to have a lot of family and friends over for dinner parties this time of year and I like to dress up my dining table with gorgeous festive fall tablescapes!

I have been doing a lot of shopping around and I have discovered some beautiful and festive accent pieces which are sure to impress your dinner party guests, as well as create that undeniable fall atmosphere. Check them out below!

Fall tablecloth

I just love this pattern for when I am wanting that country feel. I think of Southern comfort when I look at this gorgeous tablecloth and napkin set.

Harvest Shimmer Tartan Set Pumpkin Plaid - $79.99, 10.49 shipping - Available at Amazon.com Marketplace


Burlap Table Runner

This table runner is perfect to get that great rustic look!

Burlap Table Runner - Natural Tan - $4.49, See Site shipping - Available at CV Linens


Fall tablecloth

This tablecloth is perfect for that traditional Fall feel and a round table is great when you are entertaining a small and more intimate group of guests.

Round Tablecloth - Orange - $12.59, See Site shipping - Available at CV Linens


Fall Autumn Thanksgiving Harvest Embroidered Cutwork Leaf Table Runner

This table runner would create the perfect bit of texture to your tablescape.

Fall Autumn Thanksgiving Harvest Embroidered Cutwork Leaf Table Runner - $14.99, 4.81 shipping - Available at Amazon.com Marketplace


Autumn Waves-Pumpkin Dinner Plate

It is important to mix and match your server-ware when creating your tablescapes. Everything does not always need to match perfectly to look impressive. I recommend mixing and matching different shapes and color shades until you find what speaks to you.

Autumn Waves-Pumpkin Dinner Plate - $23.99, 8.99 shipping - Available at Replacements


Hausenware Dinner Plate Pumpkin

Hausenware Dinner Plate Pumpkin - $23.99, 8.99 shipping - Available at Replacements


Pumpkin Dinner Plate

Pumpkin Dinner Plate - $23.99, 8.99 shipping - Available at Replacements


Williams-Sonoma Botanical Pumpkin Oval Serving Platter

Williams-Sonoma Botanical Pumpkin Oval Serving Platter - $139.95, 11.99 shipping - Available at Replacements


Set of 4 Pumpkin Soup Bowls

Think about serving your guests their soup this super festive pumpkin shaped bowls that come equipped with a cover to keep their food warm.

Set of 4 Pumpkin Soup Bowls - Ceramirupe - $90.00, 10.50 shipping - Available at Neiman Marcus


Tabletops Unlimited Pumpkin Bowl

Tabletops Unlimited Pumpkin Bowl - $25.99, 8.99 shipping - Available at Replacements


Light Golden Branches Candleholder

After choosing the basic setup of your tablescape, the next step is to find the perfect centerpiece! You need to decide if you would like a dramatic centerpiece such as this Mikasa candleholder...

Mikasa - Mikasa 3 Light Golden Branches Candleholder - $79.99, 7.95 shipping - Available at Mikasa


Fall Bouquet

Or, if you would like to go with a more traditional centerpiece such as this gorgeous Fall bouquet.

1-800-Flowers.com - Fall Bouquet - $49.99, -1.00 shipping - Available at 1-800-Flowers.com


Fall Berry Candle Centerpiece

There are really so many beautiful pieces that you could choose. Your goal is to pick a piece that speaks to you. Here are a few more ideas.

Fall Berry Candle Centerpiece - $40.30, Free shipping - Available at Amazon.com


I hope that you enjoyed my Fall tablescape ideas and I am looking forward to hearing which pieces you love best from the list above. Sound off in the comments below.


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Cleaning Up in 2013

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It always seems like when it gets colder I start nesting. It's so dreary outside now is the perfect time to clean out closets and do those tasks I don't want to do when it's gorgeous out.

The domestic side of the Lifestylist® Brand is not only about what I do for myself and my family, but what I can do for others.

There are great sales right now on clothing and home items, and the colors that are available are gorgeous. There were some deals that I couldn't walk away from, but we have a rule in my family - if something comes in, more needs to go out.

There are lots of important non-profits that help women "dress for success" and give them the skills and clothes to be able to successfully interview and land a new job. We are also very involved in groups that help homeless families and abused women get back on their feet, including Shared Housing and Genesis Women's Shelter. Knowing that I'm going to be helping others by cleaning out my closets helps me to dig a little deeper and let go of things I might have held on to than can have a better use with someone else.

Today was a great day - I got some great new looks in my closet and helped a lot of women in the process. Recycling at it's finest!