Happy Memorial Day weekend, friends!
Memorial Day often feels like the unofficial start of summer — brighter days, backyard gatherings, casual get-togethers, fresh seasonal food, and time spent with family and friends. It’s a time to slow down a little, savor simple pleasures, and enjoy moments that become memories.
Amid the celebrations, it’s important to remember the reason for this day. Memorial Day honors the service members who lost their lives serving our country. We pause with gratitude for their courage and for the families who carry that sacrifice with them. Today we remember them with respect and appreciation. 🇺🇸
Welcome to Home Style Saturday #505 — your weekend source of cozy home inspiration. Inside you’ll find summer decorating ideas, approachable DIY projects, fresh seasonal flowers, easy and delicious recipes, and timeless decorating tips to help you create a welcoming summer home.
Welcome to Home Style Saturday — a weekend dose of home inspiration!
Every Saturday a circle of friends and I share our favorite seasonal ideas, decorating tips, easy recipes, and DIY projects. Think of this as a mini lifestyle magazine you can read with your morning coffee — full of approachable ideas for every room and every season.
We’re delighted you’re here. Whether you’re refreshing a porch for warmer weather, styling a simple summer table, or tackling a weekend project, there’s something here to inspire your home and heart. xo, Laura
The Turquoise Home | The Best Summer Decorating Ideas
Refresh your home for summer with simple, effective decorating ideas. Embrace light fabrics, natural textures, and coastal touches to bring a relaxed, airy feel to living spaces. Small changes — switching cushions, adding a vase of fresh greenery, or incorporating woven accents — make a big seasonal impact without a big budget. These ideas focus on comfort, effortless style, and inviting color palettes that echo summer’s calm and warmth.
CitrineLiving | Salmon with Honey Chili Butter Spread
Turn an ordinary weeknight into something special with pan-fried salmon finished with a honey chili butter. The recipe pairs crisp-skinned salmon with a sweet-and-spicy glaze that enhances the fish without overpowering it. It’s quick to prepare, elegant enough for guests, and adaptable — serve with roasted vegetables, a fresh salad, or simple rice for a balanced, flavorful meal.
Southern Hospitality | How to Cover Lampshades With Fabric
Give an old lampshade a fresh look with a simple fabric covering. This approachable DIY refresh can change the mood of a room, add color or pattern, and coordinate decor without replacing the whole lamp. The step-by-step method is budget-friendly and customizable — choose soft linens for a relaxed look or bold prints for a statement piece.
StoneGable | Using Summer Annuals And Perennials To Decorate Your Home Indoors
Bring garden freshness inside by styling summer annuals and perennials throughout your home. Simple arrangements of seasonal blooms, cut greenery, and textured foliage can lift a room instantly. Tips include combining different heights and containers for visual interest and using unexpected vessels — pitchers, tins, or baskets — to create natural, inviting displays that celebrate summer’s color and scent.
Worthing Court | 5 Basic Decorating Rules According to Interior Designers
Master a few foundational decorating principles to make any room feel cohesive and welcoming. Key ideas include paying attention to scale and proportion, layering textures and textiles, balancing light sources, and creating focal points. These timeless rules help you curate spaces that feel intentional, comfortable, and reflective of your personal style.