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On the Right Foot: An Eye-Catching Cocktail Ring, the TV Show I’m Loving, a Chip Dip to Make & More!

May 23, 2022 by jessica Leave a Comment

Photo credit: Yoksel Zok

Happy Monday! Work has been incredibly busy this month with our largest event of the year, which took place last week. Between juggling that and the home stretch of our bathroom renovations, I hadn’t been able to carve out time to pop in here — but I’m back now and incredibly excited to get back into the blogging swing of things! So, hello again!

In case you missed it, here’s a sneak peek at the main bathroom! I have another progress post in the works for later this week and I’ll share the reveal soon!

I’m going to buy myself a food processor just so I can make this whipped feta and charred scallion dip.

I’ve been enjoying Emily Henderson’s new book.

A new-to-me blog that I absolutely adore.

80% of Americans who move do so in the summer. If you’re moving to a new space, here are tips to keep yourself organized when you pack.

Highlights from the Chelsea Flower Show.

Trees in your neighborhood are more beneficial than you may realize.

Hacks is back for another season and you should definitely add it to your must-see TV schedule.

We planted rhubarb last year and can finally harvest it now that the plant had a year to establish its roots. I’m looking for all of the rhubarb recipes including a crumble-topped pie.

Such a fun cocktail ring!

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On the Right Foot: Martinis are Back, Cheerful Summer Earrings, Surprising Uses for Lemon Juice, & More!

May 2, 2022 by jessica Leave a Comment

I went to the botanical gardens yesterday to see what was in bloom and get inspiration for our own yard. I fell in love with the pretty white and blue flowers of the puschkinia plant and the dense ground cover it provides in early spring. I’ll be planting some blubs in the fall.

A roundup of items I have my eye on. I actually ordered the bench for our bedroom. I signed up for restock notifications months ago and immediately bought it once it came back.

This snack cake uses an entire orange — including the peel!

The martini is making a comeback.

Here’s what I bought and loved last month.

What the fitness industry doesn’t understand.

These earrings are so much fun for summer!

Shoe size can change during pregnancy and Allyson Felix’s brand wants to help.

16 ways to use lemon juice around your home.

The best indoor hanging plants.

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On the Right Foot: When to Replace Your Bakeware, “It” Plants, A Great Dress for the Office, & More!

April 25, 2022 by jessica Leave a Comment

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Holy moly, friends, I didn’t mean to go dark for most of April! We’ve been knee-deep in our bathroom renovation (and going over budget), had some computer hiccups that kept me away from the blog, and it’s my busiest time of the year at work. I’m hoping to get back into the swing of things again soon!

I adore this home tour!

The difference between an interior “decorator” and “designer” — and the history of the latter.

Cultivating the latest “It” plant.

I just ordered this work-appropriate faux wrap dress in an easy to wear jersey fabric.

A flow chart illustrating how the Instagram algorithm works.

Emily Henderson’s team reviewed popular styles from Summersalt. I loved seeing how the styles look on different body types and I’m now tempted to order this one in olive!

When to replace your bakeware.

Loving these earrings!

Seven ways to hide cords and wires throughout your home.

Declutter for peace of mind.

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On the Right Foot: The Muscles Walking Tones, Popularity of Regency-Era Shows, Jewelry Trends & More!

April 4, 2022 by jessica Leave a Comment

There’s a travel guide featuring the cities visited in Killing Eve.

Here’s what I bought and loved last month.

If you need motivation to get out for a stroll, here are the muscles that get a work out during a walk.

Why are Regency-era shows so popular?

Etsy sellers are going on strike.

This citrus cake looks so good! I’m going to make it later this week.

A cute retro-inspired dress for spring.

This year’s jewelry trends.

Is Vaseline or Aquaphor better for hydration?

Aren’t these $15 earrings adorable?!

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On the Right Foot: BR Gets a Glow Up, A Food Photographer to Follow, Three Days in Charleston & More!

March 28, 2022 by jessica Leave a Comment

image via Reza Shayestehpour

I didn’t watch the Oscars last night — aside from “that clip” between Will Smith and Chris Rock — but I did enjoy seeing the red carpet looks. Zendaya was my favorite of the night.

Here’s where things are at with the main bathroom renovation. The powder room is almost complete and I’m looking for pretty accessories to style it, like a new soap pump.

This food photographer is a new Instagram follow for me. I love her work!

Americans are obsessed with organization, but we really need is less stuff.

This $20 dress looks like it’ll easily become your go-to frock for casual summer days.

Banana Republic is getting a glow up.

A three-day itinerary for Charleston that makes me eager to go back!

This is an awfully chic kid’s room!

We might be calling Machu Picchu the wrong name.

This fragrance is so good that I’ve made it our home’s signature scent with candles and the linen spray.

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Hello there! I'm a first-time homeowner updating a 1920s house in Madison, Wisconsin. I have a penchant for travel and a love of costume jewelry. Follow along for personal style, travel, and lifestyle content.

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A small moment of peace from the past weekend. I A small moment of peace from the past weekend.

I feel like I’ve been doomscrolling since the news broke of SCOTUS’ decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. My emotions run the gamut from sadness to frustration to unadulterated rage. I’m deeply disgusted by conservatives and evangelicals, but especially by liberals who supported Bernie Sanders and refused to vote for Hillary Clinton at such a crucial moment in our history. Did you know that 12% of Sanders’ primary election supporters voted for Trump in the general election? In Wisconsin alone, 51,000 of them voted for Trump — a state Trump would win by just 22,000 votes. 

Your vote matters. It matters in national elections, statewide elections, and local elections. It’s crucial that Democrats organize as strategically as conservatives did and restore reproductive rights. 

In the meantime, donate your time, talent, or treasure to help those facing an unwanted pregnancy. @thecut has a great list on their site with organizations to support in states likely to prohibit abortion. I’ve donated to @plannedparenthoodwi.
Reveal day is finally here! It’s been a long pro Reveal day is finally here! It’s been a long process that started back in April 2020 with a kitchen ceiling leak that was attributed to water leaking from our tub faucet and working its way through the floor and into the kitchen. Our bathroom was never anything to look at (before photos on the feed), but the leak really accelerated our plans for a full bathroom renovation when timelines — and budgets — allowed. It feels a bit surreal to have it done and I don’t think I’ll ever stop admiring it whenever I walk past!

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