Summer Decor Ideas, Fresh Flowers & DIY Lampshades (HSS #505)

Happy Memorial Day weekend, dear friends!

This weekend always feels like the unofficial start of summer, full of sunshine, backyard get-togethers, delicious food, time with family and friends, and maybe even a little holiday shopping. There's something so special about slowing down and soaking in these simple moments together.

American flag on the front porch of a brick cape cod style home.

But amid all the fun and celebration, I never want to forget the true meaning of Memorial Day. Today we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives serving our country in the U.S. Military. Their sacrifice can never be fully repaid, and our hearts are especially with their families this weekend as we reflect with gratitude on their courage and service.

Welcome to Home Style Saturday #505, your cozy weekend dose of home inspiration! Browse summer decor ideas, easy DIY projects, seasonal flowers, tasty recipes, and timeless decorating tips while honoring the heart of Memorial Day weekend with gratitude and reflection.

Welcome to Home Style Saturday — your weekend dose of home inspiration!

Every Saturday, my blogging friends and I share our favorite decorating tips, seasonal ideas, easy recipes, DIY projects, and more, all straight from our hearts and homes. Think of it as paging through a mini lifestyle magazine with your morning coffee.

We're so happy to share a bit of your weekend. There's something here for every season and every type of homebody. xo, Laura

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blue and green hydrangeas in a vase on a wood table

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Rhoda at Southern Hospitality HSS header

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Learn how to cover lampshades in fabric for a simple, budget-friendly DIY makeover! This easy step-by-step tutorial shows how to transform dated lampshades with pretty fabric and custom style to refresh any room in your home.

StoneGable | Decorating Indoors With Summer Annuals and Perennials

Using Summer Annuals And Perennials To Decorate Your Home Indoors

Bring the beauty of the garden inside with summer annuals and perennials! Discover simple ways to decorate indoors with fresh flowers, gathered greenery, and seasonal blooms for a cozy, welcoming home full of natural summer charm.

Worthing Court | 5 Basic Decorating Rules, According to Interior Designers

Learn the basic decorating rules that help every room feel balanced, cozy, and beautifully pulled together. From furniture placement and scale to layering textures and lighting, these timeless tips make creating a welcoming home feel simple and approachable.