Today, I am so honored to be joining some of my very talented blogging friends for the Bloggers Best Summer Home Tour, hosted by Kelly at The Tattered Pew. Today I’m sharing my easy breezy summer home tour.
It has been an exciting start to the week seeing so many beautiful homes! If you are coming over from my friend Leen at Sand Dollar Lane, wasn’t her summer decor fabulous? So inspiring!
If this is your first time here, let me say I am so glad you found your way! My name is Kim. I am married, have three grown sons, a daughter-in-law and an amazing granddaughter. I am a native Michigander and I love all things home decor, DIY, painted furniture, vintage items, hot tea and community with others!
Oh, I almost forgot….I make blankets for a cause. You can read all about that in my previous blog post, The Journey.
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Well, enough about me. Let’s get on with my home tour!
I’m all about easy breezy, budget friendly decor, yet pretty.
Don’t you agree?
When I think about summer, I think of vibrant colors. Bright, happy spaces.
Inside and outside.
And so today I am sharing just that…a space inside my home and one outside my home.
My Master Bedroom
First up, is my master bedroom refresh. In the winter months, I tend to leave the decor in my bedroom adorned in solid colors. Once the warm weather hits the Mitten, out come all the patterns and color!
Can I get a big “Yes” for floral, stripes and plaids all mixed together? The more the merrier, in my opinion!
Do you ever move items around in your home? Moving things around, from room to room, put’s a new spin on decorating. It’s a great way to get a new look without spending a dime. If you don’t have the ability to move big items around, start small. Moving a vase, picture, or a lamp can totally change the look of a room. The vase below was moved from my back entry table, to my master bedroom, and as a result, it feels like something new in the room!
While winter had me hunkered down, dreaming about warm weather, I bought some beautiful floral drapes. Thinking they would be the perfect update in the master, I used them as my starting point for this project. Turns out, they were just that!
Perfect!
They didn’t break the bank, they are lined and are very high quality.
And aren’t the colors so pretty?!
The blanket rack was another piece I moved. Switching up some of the throws helped give it a summer look.
Summer Linens
Changing the linens on my bed came next. I don’t know about you, but I have a thing for quilts, throws and pillows. I pulled out a yellow quilt I already had and some pillows from my decor stash. Changing out the grey buffalo check quilt, for the yellow one, was a much needed update. As you can see below, the buffalo check quilt is striped on the other side, so I decided to use it for some added texture. Mimicking the colors from the drapes, I added some throw pillows, to complete the look I was going for.
My only upcoming plan for this room….new furniture!
Maybe I’ll paint it…stayed tuned!
A Reading Corner
Who has a place where they love to read?
In the middle of the pandemic, I created a reading space in our master. Having a place to sit quiet and read has been such a gift. There was a throw hanging over this comfy chair, which I removed and added a cream colored pillow. It gives it a softer, summer feel. Remember that vase with the sweet summer flowers that I moved from my back entry?? Well, I set it on the floor next to the chair and I am pleased with the way it looks.
Last but not least, a picture of me, my hubby and our youngest on the beach in Cozumel. The perfect summer vibe added to our nightstand!
That’s it for the master bedroom. Now let me take you to our patio.
My Easy Breezy Backyard Patio
We spend so much time on our patio in the summer. Whether it is a quick dinner after work, wind-down time in the evening or a Sunday family day, it’s a space we love. A few years ago, we added a pergola and it sure helps shielding the afternoon sun. If you don’t have one and your backyard gets that afternoon sun, I highly recommend getting one. Not only does it help shade the patio, it adds such a pretty element. I added string lights to ours, which is so fun!
This season, I chose to use yellow, salmon, red and orange for my outdoor decor.
Let me just say, my flowers are booming already! They make the patio look so much more inviting.
In my opinion, throw pillows are an essential decor item. For being so small they can make a big statement. I added two multi-colored floral pillows, and two bright yellow ones for the patio set. Just enough to give the furniture some color.
If you know me, you know I love setting a pretty table and that is no exception to dining outside. I wanted something that was easy, durable and festive.
I bought these plastic fruit-tossed plates and paired them with some clear plastic tumblers I already had. They were perfect! I added some green napkins to give the table a bright pop of color.
The Patio
Our back porch that leads to the patio is small, however, I love to make sure she looks pretty, too! Stacking my flower pots gives the porch a fuller look. By mid-summer they all look so beautiful. Adding a coordinating wreath to the back door gives it the final touch. Never underestimate the power of a pretty porch! In any case, if you get the chance, hop on over and check out my spring porches I decorated, this year.
Well, that’s it from my Cottage in the Mitten!
I hope you enjoyed my summer home tour. I hope you come visit again….the door is always open!
Please make sure you stop by and see my friend Kathy at Up to Date Interiors. You definitely won’t want to miss it!
Kim how beautiful your home is! I love all the colors and textures you use and the planters look amazing! xo
Thanks so much, Stacy! My planters have really taken off this year. I’m so happy with them. Happy tour day! 💛
I so much enjoyed your summer home tour, Kim. Your home looks beautiful.
Thank you, Paula!
Oh everything looks so fresh for summer. I love it. So fun doing these tours together!
Touring is so much fun!! Thanks for your kind words, Rachel!
Kim, I love all the pretty colors you used in your summer decor! Everything looks so fresh and welcoming!
Thank you so much, Leen! I am a girl who loves her color. So nice to be touring with you this week!
Kim your house is beautiful! Loved seeing how decorate for summer!
Thanks, Jen! So glad you stopped by.
I really enjoyed your tour Kim! Your home is always a delight and I appreciate how it feels freshly decorated each time I visit.
Thanks so much Barb! You are always so encouraging! 💛
Kim your summer tour is beautiful. We have the same pergola…such a great place to relax in the hot weather. Pinned! So fun touring together this week.
I just love the pergola! It has saved us from the extreme heat from the sun, many afternoons. Very excited to be touring with you this week. Thanks so much for stopping by!
I’m a first time visitor to your blog but have seen so many of your beautiful posts on IG. Love all the bright cheerful color you use. Seems like a great place to hang out each day and enjoy the summer. Y’all have such beautiful places to visit up there. Have only been once but am dying to go back! Thanks for the wonderful tour!
I do love color!! Thank you so much for your kind words, Cindy. Come visit the Mitten anytime! My door is always open!
Such a happy home! I love the colorfully flowering planters!
So kind of you to say! My planters have grown so well this season. Thanks for stopping by!
Your home looks lovely decked out for summer. Your garden blooms are so pretty, and I love your wreath, too! Pinned! Blessings, Cecilia @My Thrift Store Addiction
Thank you, Cecilia! My flowers have definitely done well so far this year. Thanks so much for stopping by!
Kim I just love your home! It’s so happy! The colors and patterns are so welcoming! Your backyard looks great! The pergola is darling and your place settings give a nice touch! The plates are so cute! Love everything about your home! Thank you for sharing and I like the idea of a reading nook.
Thank you so much, Mary Anne! I appreciate your kind words! If you don’t have a reading nook, do yourself a favor and find a place for one. I just love mine!
Kim I adore your color scheme and beautiful styling. So happy to be here with you👏🏻👏🏻
Thank you! Excited to share this tour with you, Ann!
Kim!!! Wow your tour was fabulous and I love all the color you use in your decor inside and out. I love trading your blog because it feels like we are having a conversation! Thank you for joining this week and happy summer!
Gosh, thanks so much for that compliment, Kelly! I do love to chat! So grateful to be on this tour!💛
Your home looks so summery and cheerful! I love the colors you have chosen for your yard. Such a happy place!
You are so kind, friend! Thank you! ❤
Beautiful rooms! I love your ideas on moving items you already have and love. The colors you used are so vibrant up lifting. Will be going thru closets and cupboards by the weekend. Thanks for the inspirations.
Moving things around definitely helps to change the space. Good luck with the purge on the closets and cupboards. I need to do that, too!!
Everything looks so beautiful, Kim. I love all of the bright and cheery colors you have incorporated throughout your home. So happy to be touring with you this week. Pinned!
Thanks so much, Jen! I appreciate the kindness!
Kim, your summer bedroom and back patio are so pretty! Love the colors you chose for the bedroom, and I say ‘paint the furniture’. They are lovely pieces! (And I love the big vase with the flowers! Perfect in your reading nook!)
Thanks so much, Julie! Yes, we are talking about painting it. The room definitely needs “new” furniture.
Girl!! I agree! I recently have fallen in love with all the patterns and MIXING them!! I’ll be honest, i’m a little scared to start, but I know once I do it will give my rooms so much more character and depth! PS Your outdoor space is beautiful and i think I’ll just drive up there on Friday for a quick visit k? Loved your beautiful tour friend!!
Come on up!! I’d love to have you visit! Color has my heart! Thanks so much for visiting and I am so happy to be touring with you!!
Kim you never cease to amaze me with your amazing room refreshers. Everything always looks so inviting. Now you need to come and help me do a bedroom refresh and I will help you paint that bedroom furniture of yours. 💕
Thanks, Traci! That sounds like a perfect plan!!
All of the fun pops of color in your outdoor space just scream summer!! love it all!
Thanks so much, Ana!
Your summer home is full of color. Love your flowers!
Great touring with you.
Thanks so much, Cindy!
I love the colours you’ve used in your master. The new drapes are so pretty.
Thanks, Carol! I love the new drapes, too! They make sure a statement in the room.
I agree, throw pillows are an essential part! I’m such a fan of your fruit-tossed plates. Loved everything about your summer decor Kim! Bravo!
You can never have too many throw pillows!! lol Thanks so much for the kindness, Kim!
Kim:
EXCELLENT JOB on both your blog and your home- which is GORGEOUS.
You are MEGA talented- thank you for sharing your beautiful and cozy abode! 🙂
Stellar! 🙂
CeCe!! My gosh…you are so very kind! Thank you so much for the amazing compliment. 💛
That reading knook is so cozy and the bright pops of color outside are beautiful!
Thank you! I do enjoy the new reading space.
I love your reading nook…and I would steal that big glass vase if I lived near you!!!
Thanks, Jen! I think I bought that at Marshall’s. How fun it would be if we lived close to each other!
Great home tour Kim! Love the new curtains in your bedroom – the colors are so cheerful! And did you mention painting your furniture?? You probably know what I would say about that! Loved your outdoor space too! So pretty!
I love all of the bright colors outdoors and the soothing colors in your room. Hope your summer is of to a great start!
It has been great so far! Thanks so much, Marie!
What a beautiful collection of home tours! Your back patio is so pretty, I love all of the bright colored flowers!
Thank you, Danielle! It was definitely a fun tour!
Your home is beautiful. I absolutely agree about throw pillows!
So glad I am not the only one obsessed with throw pillows!
Kim – your home is just lovely! I adore the drapery in your master bedroom. And your outdoor areas are so pretty … you’re going to have a wonderful summer! xo
Thanks so much, Juliet! The drapes are my favorite purchase, this year. Happy summer to you, friend!💛
Beautiful home tour, Kim!
Thank you, Jayne!
enjoyed your summer tours especially the back porch and patio
Thanks so much, Linda!
So much beautiful summer inspiration!
Thank you, Libbie! I’m glad you enjoyed the post!
Your home is beautiful, inside and out, and totally ready for summer!
Awe, thank you so much! I am definitely enjoying the warm weather.
So pretty – and bright. I think I need to copy a few ideas.
I’m glad you like! Go right ahead!
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