From the Front Porch: Festive Easter Ideas

Last week, my bestie S and I decided to have a picnic.

It had been a long day and a spontaneous trip to the beach seemed to be exactly what we needed to relax.

So, I grabbed the picnic basket, a blanket and headed to the grocery store to pick up a few ready-made supplies.

When we got to the beach, we realized it was a red flag day.

And while that wasn’t entirely convenient given the high winds and rough surf, we had no plans to go in the water anyway, so we simply set up our picnic and settled in.

After we finished eating, we decided to have a friendly, “best beach discovery” competition so we each headed in a different direction.

Along the way, I saw all sorts of fun things from sandpipers and laughing gulls, to shells and crabs, to cargo ships and crashing waves all while tanned fisherman caught silvery fish.

As I was walking back toward the picnic blanket, I saw a familiar shape in the distance holding a purple mylar balloon and knew immediately it was S.

When she finally reached the blanket, I grinned and said, “Is that your best beach discovery or are you cleaning up?”

“You know I’m cleaning up and I wish other people would too. This is really dangerous for the birds and the marine life. And it’s such an easy fix too!” she said passionately.

Truth be told, her passion for the environment and wildlife issues has been long-standing for decades.

But we don’t have to wait decades for something we’re passionate about to become part of our identity.

The power of reinvention is available to us at any time.

Think Vivian Ward in Pretty Woman, Mia Thermopolis in The Princess Diaries, Sandy in Grease or Eliza Doolittle in My Fair Lady.

And since our identity influences our thoughts, beliefs and our actions, we can begin an intentional transformation any time we’re ready.

So, as we ease into the second quarter, think about how you can refresh, reinvent or renovate something that’s important to you.

As always, I’ll be cheering you on.

A Few of Our Favorite Posts from Around the Web this Week…

Seasonal Inspiration and Home Tours:

• This Thomas Avenue Project from designer Victoria Holly is full of warm and inviting layers.
• I can’t get over this laundry room reveal by Hamilton Park Home. It doesn’t even look like the same space!
• Speaking of gorgeous reveals, wait until you see this Historic New Construction Home via Peach & Pine Interiors on YouTube. It’s stunning!
•  10 Free Things That Instantly Improve & Freshen Your Home such great tips via Room for Tuesday
• If you love cottage gardens don’t miss this one at Gresgarth Hall via House & Garden UK t’s full of inspiration!

Seasonal Project Ideas:

• Rachel from The Ponds Farmhouse made the cutest air dry clay canvas art this week.
• And Anna from Sky Lark House made festive bunny bag clips.
• Wait until you see the carrot favors Elizabeth from Pinecones and Acorns made, they’re adorable!
• There are lots of gorgeous Easter tablescape ideas via Ella Claire Inspired in this post.
• This bunny-themed shower via Camille Styles has so many fun ideas for Spring get togethers.
• These 40 Cute and Easy Easter Treats to Make with Your Kids via The Everymom are adorable.

Health and Wellness Inspiration:

• The 10 Best Life Hacks I’ve Learned from Mel Robbins (currently reading Let Them so this was a fun read from via The Everygirl)
• 7 Habits Making Your House Feel Cluttered (these are so relatable via Real Simple)
• 6 Little Things Sleep Doctors Actually Do Every Day for Better Shut-Eye (these were helpful via Self)

Makeup, Style and Travel Inspiration:

• How to Style a White T-Shirt and Jeans: 15 Chic Outfit Ideas (via My Chic Obsession)
• The 12 Best Drugstore Vitamin C Serums (via Harpers Bazaar)
• Where Creatives Travel to Get Inspired (via Marie Claire)

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DIY European Farmhouse Inspired Cake Stand

How to Decorate a Store Bought Cake for Easter

Shopping Notes…

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• Linen Sheet Set (this set comes in multiple colors but there’s something about the dusty blue that feels like spring and summer)
• Facial Cleanser (a new to me company I’m excited to try, comes in multiple sizes and even a refillable pouch)
• Body Wash (yes to body wash that is cleansing and firming)
• Shirt (hoping these will keep my arms protected from the sun, there are lots of pretty colors to choose from)
• Adjustable Weights (currently researching adjustable weights came across this pink set, they also have blue and black)
• Pillow (yes to making sleep a priority)
• Serum Stick (curious about this stick after reading all the reviews)
• Pore Pads (multiple options, including one for sensitive skin)
• Sheet Mask Sets (great for a basket for an easy midweek treat)
• Affirmation Cards (multiple options available)
• Pinch Pleat Curtains (so many pretty shades available including this soft pink)
• Perfume Mist Set (a fun way to try out these iconic scents)
• Crown Votives (such a cute way to dress up votives)
• Resistance Bands (hoping to get the hang of these soon, S has the primary colorway)
• Glass Pitcher (a festive way to serve drinks poolside)
• Bathtub Pillow (a fun add to gift baskets)

It’s hard to believe we’re almost to the middle of the month but I’m excited about all the fun things headed our way.

We’ll be taking next week off to spend time with family and friends, to celebrate Easter and an extra special birthday.

Whatever you have planned, I hope it’s something that fills your cup.

Until next time, I’ll see you on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest.

Many blessings,

CoCo