DIYs Thistlekeeping

A Chinoiserie-themed toy pack labeled "Thistlewood Farms Chinoiserie Starter Pack" features a figurine of a woman in a pink dress, a golden retriever, vases with floral designs, a phone, iced tea, and lipstick, set against a blue floral background.

Random thoughts on a Saturday morning on Cape Cod:

1. In hilarious news, have you seen the new Action Figure Trend where you make an action figure of yourself with Chat GPT. I like mine—but it doesn’t even look like me (although I wish my legs were that cute).

I guess I’m too much of an original to copy.

2. I made shrimp with spaghetti squash noodles. (remember I’m a cook, now). I was so good. I added shrimp and Laughing Cow Cheese and broccoli and light cream cheese as the sauce. It tasted like shrimp alfredo–but lighter.

I saw a recipe for seared scallops and cauliflower rice risotto. I’m going to try that next.

3. In exciting news, we are in the countdown for graduation for the cutest twins on the planet.

Time to start planning the outfit.

4. Looking for a fun way to make your room feel like summer without spending a dime? Here’s a tip I use all the time.

5. It was an amazing week on the blog. We talked about:

  • this beach house tour
  • when it rained alligators
  • the cutest spring outfits from Amazon
  • this easy vegetable quiche

6. What are your thoughts on decaf coffee? I switched recently and don’t tell the coffee people, but I can’t tell a difference.

7. I just finished Broken Country and it did NOT DISAPPOINT.

If you are looking for a new book? This one is a 10 out of 10.

You can see the book here.

I have this book cued up next.

And now?

Here are some of my favorite finds from around the web.

LET’S GO.

Lemon sorbet served in hollowed lemon halves, garnished with mint leaves, on a decorative plate.

You know I’ve been all about lemons lately.

And look at this—lemon sorbet in actual lemons.

You can see the recipe here.

A gold bowl contains three decorative eggs with blue and green floral patterns. The bowl rests on a stack of books, including one with "CHANEL" on the spine. A round, gold-framed picture is partially visible in the background.

Look at these Easter eggs.

Don’t they look like art?

You can see more about the eggs here.

A large, distressed wooden cabinet displaying an array of dishes, bowls, and baskets, with several straw hats hung on the wall beside it.

This beautiful home tour for summer.

I actually photographed this home for my next book.

You can take the tour here.

Two small square sculptures featuring white and gold 3D animal designs: a rabbit on the left and a lamb on the right. They are placed on a wooden surface, with a blue and white floral vase in the background.

I keep meaning to try a project with air-dry clay–I ordered some and I have it ready.

Maybe this is the project.

See this carved wood block project with air-dry clay here.

 

And in random news:

This is the prettiest house tour (the pattern)

How to update picture frames in minutes

This before and after makeover

This beautiful garden in Tuscany

I love this simple DIY project

How to keep a shower curtain rod from falling down

This handmade Easter basket

This french country porch

How to pack a suitcase

7 daily habits for a clutter free home

This pretty breakfast nook

Have you ever heard of smashed broccoli

These Maine cottages

And this

If you are having a party (a Master’s party or some other fun event) you can make your own bingo cards for free here

A ceramic bowl with blue leaf patterns and a wooden lid is shown. Two slots in the lid hold matching blue-patterned utensils. The bowl's design combines white and blue colors with a natural wooden top.

And look what just hopped into my cart.

Better Homes and Gardens at Walmart just released this entire new line of blue and white (they also have green and gray colorways, too) and they are melamine which means they are SUPER AFFORDABLE and perfect for summer.

This was my favorite by far because the serving pieces are in the lid.

You can see this bowl here.

An assortment of blue and white melamine dishes, including bowls, plates, and a divided serving tray, all with floral and stripe patterns. A wooden salad bowl with matching tongs is also featured. Bold pink text reads "blue & white melamine dishes.

Here are some other pieces in the line:

  • this chip and dip bowl set (the pieces come out from the bowl)
  • these plates (wait until you see the price point)
  • this melamine dish set
  • this striped platter
  • this large serving bowl
  • this bowl with a lid and serving pieces

And one more for the road

This is the before of my front porch.

Two different bricks and two different colors and a whole lot of not matching.

And now?

It looks like this.

A pink oval button with blue shadow features white text stating "WEEKLY BEST SELLERS.

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Posted On: April 12, 2025

Written By: KariAnne Wood

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