Wednesday Weekly Wish List #194

Your weekly dose of new ideas, helpful hints, favorite items, and tidbits of wisdom…from a trio of lifestyle bloggers who love to share! 

Today’s Features

Ann | On Sutton Place

1.) Cherry Delight is an old-fashioned dessert (my favorite kind) that has been around for decades, and this is my version of the classic recipe. A buttery graham cracker crust, a smooth cream cheese mixture, and cherry pie filling come together for the perfect sweet treat. It’s easy to make, wonderfully creamy, and great for any occasion.

2.) Featured section in my Amazon shop: Modern Farmhouse.

3.) FAVORITE QUOTE: “Be a curator of your life. Slowly cut things out until you’re left only with what you love, with what’s necessary, with what makes you happy.”
~Leo Babauta

4.) Look inside this coastal dream house on Siesta Key Beach. I adore the baby blue shutters, the vaulted and beamed ceiling in the kitchen, and of course the incredible view of the water.

5.) If you have a small foyer, get inspiration from this collection of 40 Farmhouse entry table decor ideas. See how to mix and match elements depending on the occasion or the season.

6.) FAVORITE FINDS:

• this beautiful arched wall mirror in 4 finishes
• this almost sold out stunning marble top bar cart (worth the splurge!)
• or this bar cart is very sweet and more affordable
• this darling spindle leg end table
• this gorgeous spring wreath with excellent reviews
• this 6-piece glass baking dish set

7.) If you are considering twin beds for a guest room, take a look at this collection of chic and smart ideas for every style. There are creative layouts and ways to maximize the space you have.

8.) See how the decor of this house strikes the perfect balance of bright and airy, with cozy and charming, and then take a look at these 12 effortless ways to refresh your kitchen for spring.

9.) READER FAVORITES:

• Using faux eggs and branches, create a beautiful pussy willow centerpiece for spring and Easter with this simple tutorial.
• Discover how simple living enhances the art of homemaking by creating a peaceful and purposeful home. Surround yourself with simplicity and find joy in the everyday.
• Before buying a dough bowl, get these tips and ideas, and then learn how to make a centerpiece that is versatile and beautiful.

10.) Wishing you all a lovely week! XO

Yvonne | StoneGable

1. Spring is almost here, and this month is full of seasonal things to do and surprising reasons to celebrate every day. Get ideas for the Best Things To Do And Celebrate In March and join the fun.

2.  AMAZON FINDS: See all my favorite new picks in my Amazon Shop.

3. DECORATE SMARTER: Not harder! Make sure you sign up for 5 Days To Be A Better Decorator, a guide to becoming a more confident home decorator.

4. CURATED CLOSET- classic and pretty spring clothing…

• This versatile wear everywhere top I just got- very reasonably priced.
• These linen-stretch classic cropped pants.
• This stunning spring scarf will finish off any outfit.
• These so slimming girlfriend ankle jeans.
• This pretty bell-sleeved spring midi dress.
• This lace-front shell in black and white.
• This eyelet zip front jacket– LOVE
• My favorite versatile spring jacket in lots of colors-on sale.
• These classic and comfortable pull on crop pants.

5. BEAUTIFUL HOMES AND MORE: Go on a fascinating journey with a couple that bought a crumbling French chateau and brought it back to life. Then, head to this lovely coastal home on St. Simon’s Island in Georgia. It’s stunning! You will love this historic Cape Cod home in Illinois.

6. FABULOUS FINDS FOR YOUR HOME:

• These beautiful spring green salad plates-LOVE
• This tailored slipcovered chair.
• This detailed mirror is so reasonably priced.
• This green and white spring urn.
• My favorite spring pillow.
• These classic spindle chairs are amazingly priced.
• This handsome six-drawer dresser.
• This block print spring pillow.

7. FUN AND INTERESTING FACTS: What are the birthstones and flowers for March? March always ends on the same day of the week as what month?

8. THIS AND THAT: Welcome spring into your home with 100 Best Spring Decortating Ideas. Vintage items create a storied, curated look in a home. Here are 8 living room items designers like to buy second-hand. Now is the time to spring clean your home. Get 60+ Natural Cleaning Hacks For Your Home and remove harmful cleaning chemicals.

9. CULINARY CORNER: Lemon Poppyseed Loaf: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease two 9×5-inch loaf pans. In the large bowl of a stand mixer (or hand mixer), add 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 ½ teaspoons salt, and 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder. Mix on low to combine. Add 3 large eggs, 1 ½ cups milk, 1 ⅛ cups vegetable oil, 2 ¼ cups sugar, 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract, 1 ½ teaspoons almond extract, and 1 ½ teaspoons butter extract. Mix on medium speed for 2-3 minutes. Gently fold in 1 ½ tablespoons poppyseeds. Pour batter evenly into prepared pans. Bake for 1 hour or until a toothpick comes out clean. While the bread bakes, mix ¾ cup sugar, ¼ cup orange juice, ½ teaspoon almond extract, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, and ½ teaspoon butter extract in a small bowl for the glaze. When the loaves come out of the oven, pour the glaze evenly over both while warm. Let cool in pans for 30 minutes before removing. For best flavor, wrap loaves and freeze for 24 hours before serving.

10. THE LAST WORD: Today is the first day of Lent, a season of preparation for Resurrection Day. It begins with Ash Wednesday (today) and ends on Easter Sunday. Find out more about this beautiful season of reflection and renewal HERE.

ANSWER TO #7: March has two birthstones: an aquamarine and a bloodstone. And two flowers: daffodils and jonquils. March and June always end on the same day of the week. Now you know!

Lory | Designthusiasm

1. READER FAVORITE THIS WEEK – I haven’t done a new tablescape in a while. This brand new one encompasses all that’s fresh and trending in decor: Fresh and Rustic Spring Table Decor Ideas.

2. MORE TOP SEASONAL POSTS:

• There are many ways to incorporate a spring palette. Lately I’ve been favoring soft and tranquil: Using Soft Spring Color for a Tranquil Home.
• For an upbeat take, try Easy Ways to Add Spring Cheer to Your Kitchen.
• And if you can’t get enough of spring, see: 101 Inspiring Spring Decor Ideas.

3. AMAZON PICKS: here are this week’s favorites from Amazon.

4. SPRING PROJECTS ON THE BLOG:

• Spring always inspires me to get out the paint and start up-cycling furniture, like this Chalk Painted Vintage Sewing Machine Cabinet.
• Fresh updates for the home office: French-inspired Office Decor Ideas.
• 8 Subtle Tricks to Upgrade Your Table from Boring to Unique.

5. CURRENT DECOR CRUSHES:

• This set of 2 moss decorative bunnies.
• This stunning faux magnolia wreath.
• This fabulous terracotta amphora vase.
• This crackle textured Old-world table lamp.
• This charming cotton woven throw blanket.

6. TOP ALMOST-SPRING FASHION PICKS:

• This crisp and classic striped button up shirt.
• This flattering ankle pant in stretch linen blend.
• This versatile cotton relaxed cardigan in stripe.
• This floral embroidered chambray button-up shirt.
• This chic denim pencil skirt with patch pockets.
• These perfect must-have driving loafers in suede.
• This soft but vibrant floral billowy top.
• This lovely canvas barn jacket.

7. CURRENT FURNITURE DEALS – some pieces inspired by spring’s rustic fresh nature, and yet these are all year items:

• This wonderful 2 door cabinet in a lovely green (comes in other colors, too).
• These crisp and stylish bar & counter stools.
• This lovely rustic 5-drawer chest.
• This mossy green barrel accent chair.
• This beautiful botanical print club chair.

8. WHAT I’M WATCHING: We just started watching Paradise on Hulu, and while we’re only at the beginning, it’s already got me transfixed!

9. WHAT’S INSPIRING ME AROUND THE WEB: This fascinating collection of rustic chic spaces, these richly detailed rooms that use lots of natural green tones, and this stunning light and airy French country home.

10. UP NEXT: Spring mantel decor…