Gingham and Pearl

Zoo Reusable Sandwich & Snack Bag Set ~ Forget one-use plastic bags: Pack your young one’s PB&J’s in one sack and apple slices in the other. Scaled for little hands, the pouches have water-resistant interiors. To buy: $12, skiphop.com. U-Konserve Stainless Steel Thermos ~ Make sure that Junior’s soup is still warm by the time … More Cute, Stylish and highly FUNCTIONAL School Lunch Containers for Kiddos….and adults too =)

Conquer back-to-school chaos with resolutions that will help you and your family stay organized and have more fun time together. We will eat together a few times a week. Sharing a meal is the best time for families to bond. It really matters, research shows family meals and time spent with family during those meals … More It's August ~ Lets Start Those Back-to-School Resolutions!Great ideas that will keep you and your family orgainzed, happy and TOGETHER!

So a few years ago we were asked to be on our local Holiday Homes Tour. We said yes and that started a massive re-do and up-do of numerous rooms and “things” in our house before it would be opened to the public for touring. One of the first things on my list was my … More Eme's Mini Room Re-do ~ Out with the little girl Pink and in with the tween Orange!

Back-to-school time is upon us ~ yes I know it’s July  but in our district we are just 2.5 weeks out until our school bells ring! Get your kids (and yourself) ready for another year of bus stops, books, and bake sales. We’ve got fun ideas to help you face the first day. Magnetic Lunch … More Back to School Craft Projects that will make your preparations easy for the kiddos and yourself!

Add interest overhead and extend your outdoor space’s usable hours by hanging sconces over the dining table. Here, silver sconces in different shapes and hung at varying levels provide a fun focal point in this mostly white outdoor room. There’s nothing quite like taking a Sunday afternoon nap in your own backyard hammock. Don’t worry … More Great Ideas for Better Outdoor Living ~ No matter your budget, there are plenty of ways to make an outdoor space pretty, practical and even more enjoyable.

Clothespin Pinwheel ~ So pretty they’ll make you dizzy, these patriotic whirligigs spin in the wind. Flag Favors ~ A spirited holiday celebration calls for a fun take-home treat, like this goody bag of candies arranged to resemble the American flag. Start by partially filling a 2-by-10-inch cellophane bag with blue candies to stand in … More Patriotic Red, White, and Blue Crafts and Party Decorations ~ These red, white, and blue crafts and decorations will add a festive touch to any Memorial Day or Fourth of July celebration.

Stripe Dhurrie Table Throw ~ Our handwoven throw adds a rich, warm texture to the table, and its vivid stripes create a fun, welcoming foundation for a centerpiece or serveware. 4th of July Plates ~ For a star-spangled Fourth of July celebration kids will love, set the table with our flag-inspired, shaped plates. USA Shelf … More My 2015 July 4th All American RED WHITE & BLUE Picks from Pottery Barn for decorating, dining, eating, crafting and of course Fireworking!