DIMPLES AND TANGLES READS: BOOKS I'M LOVING LATELY {6}

Hello friends!  I have a new round of books I'm loving to share with you today.  I can't keep up with sharing these as quickly as I read... I already have two other lists I've read through and need to get written up! I love to read.... check the end of this post for links to my previous suggested books if you've missed those.  As a reminder, I'll give a brief summary here (enough to tell you I recommend the book!) without a lot of details, but am linking each book here out of convenience if you'd like to read the more detailed summaries.  However,  I generally check them out from the library, either the physical copy or digital copies through  the "Libby" app  and then upload them to my Kindle account (or you can read directly through the app).  If you're not familiar with Libby I highly recommend it for free e-books and audiobooks by registering with your library card. JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this ......

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UPDATED BLUE AND WHITE CURTAINS AND DRAPERY FABRIC SOURCES

When I share any photos that show my blue and white curtains, I'm often asked for sources.  I made all of my drapery myself, so I don't have exact sources to share.  I have shared fabric names and similar ready made drapery options in the past, several years ago I wrote a post sharing all of the information.   However, availability has changed since then and I wanted to update that post to be able to share some current sources.  So, here's my updated blue and white curtains source guide!  I'll start by saying that most of the fabric I used seems to have since been discontinued, or difficult to find in a web search.  If you have access to decorator fabric warehouses these exact prints might still be found in those or local shops.  I'll share the fabric info. again so it's accessible if you're searching and I've included some similar fabrics that are available online below.   The fabric I used in the Living Room and Breakfast Nook is a Vern Yip......

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VALENTINE'S DAY 2025 DECORATIONS AROUND OUR HOME

As I mentioned in my last post , using red, white, and pink for Valentine's Day is right up my decorating alley! This year I kept the Valentine's decor on the simple side and focused on just a few spots in our living areas.  I'll start in our Entry which is always one of my favorite spots to sprinkle in some holiday or seasonal fun.  I had a few packs of paper heart doilies from the dollar store and just lined them up in a pattern on the mirror! (Looped masking tape on the back does the trick.) Other than that, I gathered a couple of busts and you know I always have to embellish them a bit... and I can't resist throwing some disco balls in the mix too.  I ordered these tulips the other day when I didn't want to run to Trader Joe's for fresh... they were on my porch when I woke up the next morning and are SO realistic at about the same cost of a real bouquet! I separated the petals on a few of them for an even more life-like look.  Highly recommend! As much as ......

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VALENTINE'S DAY FINDS FOR YOUR HOME, YOUR STYLE, AND YOUR TABLE

As far as holiday colors go, Valentine's Day is right up my alley!  Give me allll of the red and pink!  I've been decorating a few spots here and there around the house that I'll share with you tomorrow, but as I've searched I've come across so many cute Valentine's Day finds for your home, your style, and your table that I thought you'd love too!   I've had these puffy gold metal hearts (set of three various sizes) for several years and love finding fun spots for them.  And puffy hearts are SO popular right now, they're great to have out even past 🩷 Day! More Valentine's Day finds for your home... JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content. If you need a little boost in your Valentine's Day style, I've got you covered!  I've been waiting until I got the ok to share this adorable  bow sweatshirt  with you all, and now is perfect timing for Valentine's Day (or any day!).  My daughter's......

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FIVE FRIDAY FAVORITES

I haven't shared Five Friday Favorites with you in a while so this one is a doozy and packed full of good things! If you're newer here, 99.9% of the time I make these lists up of things that I personally have and love and am confident recommending to you! It's always a random list and I hope it's helpful and you find some good things you'll love too.  So here we go!  1) I shared this photo in yesterday's Valentine's Day Porch post .  This leggings + button up + sweatshirt combo is my standard  winter "uniform" several days each week when I'm working around the house or just running errands.  I needed some new winter warm leggings this year and have tried out several... there are 3 different ones that I ended up loving!  My basic requirements were I wanted pockets on the leg for my phone, a smooth buttery fabric that wouldn't attract fuzz, cat hair, etc., and as streamlined as possible with no crazy seams.  I found all three to be true to si......

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