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  • Picks for a Pretty Spring Picnic

    Picks for a Pretty Spring Picnic

    Pollen season is almost over. Before the mosquitoes hit, get out to enjoy Springtime in the South. Y’all, now is the prime time for bike rides, lazy afternoons, and picnics.  Why not shake up the traditional picnic by hosting a pastel picnic party with more style and whimsy?  Instead of the traditional plastic utensils and paper plates, pack up your finest dinnerware set from https://farandaway.co/ and wear your prettiest floral sundress for a picnic that is certainly out of the ordinary.

    Today’s inspiration board has some of the essentials for a pretty summertime picnic in the sweetest pastel hues.  Clockwise from top left:

    1. Instead of sandwiches why not serve these colorful macaroons?  They are pretty, perfectly bite-sized, and easy to pack.  Try some from Maison Robert in Atlanta.

    2. Wear these lovely pastel baubles from Leif with your favorite floral print dress.

    3. Bring along a balloon bouquet for perfect photo props while on your picnic.

    4. Treat each of your guests to this ingenious idea by Kate, an individual-sized watermelon adorned with a pretty ribbon.

    5. Hang some paper lanterns in the trees, stack some old boxes, and toss some pillows around the ground for a cozy atmosphere.

    6.  Serve your guests with these adorable, modern tart servers also from Leif.

    7. Curl up on these pastel print blanket by Horne that will tie the whole scene together.  After your macaroons and watermelon, stretch out and enjoy a summer siesta!

    Images: 1. Lola’s room, 2. Leif, 3. Lola’s room, 4. You Are My Fave, 5. Picnic image, 6. Lief, 7. Horne.

     

    [author] [author_image timthumb=’on’]https://prettysouthern.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/KatHeadShot.jpg[/author_image] [author_info]Kat Kraszeski-Jackson is an art teacher, artist, and diy crafter living in Greensboro, NC. She loves sharing her favorite artists, projects, and creative inspiration here on Pretty Southern.[/author_info] [/author]

  • Coastal Inspiration

    Coastal Inspiration

    Drawing from my week spent here on the beautiful North Carolina coast (Duck, NC to be exact- on the Outer Banks) I have been inspired by the sights, sounds, and textures of the beach.  These are some of my favorite beach-inspired finds, all from everyone’s favorite handmade market place, Etsy.  First imagine yourself down on the coast- and the south has plenty of them from North Carolina’s Outer Banks stretching around Florida’s crystal coast, all the way into the Gulf of Mexico.  Take in the sounds of waves crashing, breathe in the salty air, and feel the warm sun and wind on your skin.  Now you’re ready to bring that beach inspiration into your home and wardrobe with these lovely handmade goods.

    First, slip on this gorgeous peacock ore ring from A Lovely Little Shop. It is one of a kind and it’s swirls of blue, teals, and gold will remind you of the ocean and all of its various hues.

    Next throw your essentials into this adorable pastel makeup bag by Scout and Catalogue.  The fabrics for these come from thrift store finds that are then upcycled into these gorgeous pieces that will remind you of sun-kissed beach days.

    Hang the quirky beach umbrella print by Alice B. Gardens photography seen above for a instant summery face lift in any room of your home.  Or if you lean more towards the abstract, display this beautiful beach-hued original abstract painting by Tracy Kafka.

    Lastly, before running out the door, throw on this truly unique triple starfish headband by Dreams By the Sea for a summer look that screams beach babe.  Pair it with a simple sundress or distressed denim shirt for a look that is laid-back cool, just like your last coastal getaway.

    Check out etsy for more unique handmade and vintage finds that will surely make your summer home and wardrobe the most original around.

    [author] [author_image timthumb=’on’]https://prettysouthern.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/KatHeadShot.jpg[/author_image] [author_info]Kat Kraszeski-Jackson is an art teacher, artist, and diy crafter living in Greensboro, NC. She loves sharing her favorite artists, projects, and creative inspiration here on Pretty Southern.[/author_info] [/author]