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Steppingstone patio getting finished up! Pea gravel and sand from Lowe’s.

Outdoor patio, cottage garden, backyard renovation, DIY, outdoor entertaining

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Steppingstone patio getting finished up! Pea gravel and sand from Lowe’s. Outdoor patio, cottage garden, backyard renovation, DIY, outdoor entertaining #LTKFindsUnder100

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Kolor Scape 0.5-cu ft 48-lb Multiple Colors/Finishes Pea Gravel (0.5- 3-in Rock Size) | Lowe's

Sakrete 0.5-cu ft 50-lb Sand | Lowe's

Add character to your home with mStarr’s new decorative trim! 3 profiles, cut to order from Baltic birch wood and ideal for walls, furniture, cabinets, picture and Frame TV frames, decor and more! Available for purchase on Etsy.

DIY home projects, home decor

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Mini flush mount lights, an alternative to recessed lighting.

Ceiling lights, home decor, Etsy, Stoffer Home, Schoolhouse, Wayfair, Crate & Barrel, Jake Arnold, brass lighting, black lighting, vintage

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The prettiest candle warmer lamp I’ve found! The pleated shade & adjustable arm are great. Also, LAVUNE candles are some of my favorites & perfect to extend the life of with a lamp!

Amazon, home decor, LAVUNE candle, small business, winter

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2 of my cleaning must-haves - Koala Eco Natural Stainless & Chrome cleaner is the best I’ve tried and Casabella Power Spin Detail Brushes makes stove cleaning so much easier (and dare I say fun?!)

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CROCS that are actually cute! I made some friendship bracelet style jibbitz with beaded flowers, her initials & Summer ‘25 but linked some pre-made & DIY options!

Nordstrom, Amazon, summer shoes, beach shoes, kids shoes, vacation

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Recent Finds & Purchases—
Schoolhouse colorful metal stool, The Great sleepwear, Troy Lighting at Lightopia outdoor wall sconce, Safavieh at Wayfair indoor/outdoor rug, Etsy handmade brass hardware backplate, Addison Ross gingham salt & pepper mills, TJ Maxx raffia nightstand with drawer, Anthropologie colorful plaid café curtains, Addison Ross lacquered gloss rechargeable lamp, Perigold blue raffia dresser, Target khaki ruched bodice dress, Byoma Hydrating Milky Toner, Byoma Milky Oil Cleanser, Sézane wide strap tank, kids Adidas slip on sneakers,

British design, English inspired

Summer, vacation outfits, home decor, outdoor decor, Summer Dress,

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Final step in our patio project…rock glue! (It also works for mulch). It hasn’t even cured fully and seems to be working! Given the imperfect nature of the bluestone pavers (different thicknesses, sizes & shapes), some of the gaps are bigger than others and the pea gravel needs an anchor (the base is sand). Simply mix with water & spray the mixture where you want (it’s ok if it goes onto other areas a bit). Thin coats are best (2-3 are recommended) but I was a little heavy handed in some areas & other than looking a little darker than other spots, it looks fine! It goes on a surprisingly pretty cornflower color but dries clear. Supposedly will last a year or two but nothing is a given weather wise anymore so we’ll see!

Amazon; gardening, hardscape, landscaping, Lowe’s Home Improvement, DIY home projects

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Jewelry cleaning time! I add a few drops of Dazzle Drops jewelry cleaner to the ultrasonic jewelry cleaning machine, and it’s like magic watching all that grime swirl off.

Amazon, summer, home gadgets

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Amazon sunnies for $16. Chic and I don’t feel so bad when they break or get lost.

Retro style, vintage sunglasses, round frame, Ray Ban dupe, eyewear, summer outfit

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15 year old dog + 9 year old daughter + lots of cooking = durable, affordable, waterproof (and cute!) runner for the kitchen.

Safavieh, Wayfair, Amazon, indoor/outdoor rug, runner rug, home decor outdoor furniture and decor

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A corner in our Den

Loloi Rugs, Magnolia, Joanna Gaines, Serena & Lily, Interior Define, fireplace, plaid, gingham, home decor

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Lived-in design isn’t exclusive to interiors…

I’d been searching for the perfect patio seating pretty much since we moved in 4 years ago. Nothing ever felt quite right for its location—either too bulky, too low, or just not the vibe.

But I finally found it! This set brings a warm, rustic elegance to the patio—think English garden meets relaxed European charm. The sectional offers plenty of seating and the ottomans pull triple duty as freestanding seating, a place to stretch out, or as side tables.

I love the contrast of the dark wicker against the softness of the garden, and the open weave keeps it feeling delicate and breezy. I did swap the cushions for a lighter tone that better suits my cottage garden vision (though I kept the originals on the ottomans) and used all throw pillows instead of the back cushions for a more layered, bespoke feel.

It’s everything I’ve wanted & looks right at home in the backyard, don’t you think??

Wayfair, Lowes, patio season, summer entertaining, Lulu & Georgia, Amazon Home, Target, Studio McGee, Shoppe Amber Interiors, HomeSense, Home Goods

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Surprised Max on her birthday with a little outdoor hangout! She and her friend immediately went to work filling the cooler and adding ribbon. Finishing touches I have planned include: additional mosquito netting curtains, adding solar twinkle lights, and a tote bag or bin with outdoor speaker, bug spray, sunscreen, maybe a couple towels

Amazon, beach, backyard, Target, summer.

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Weekend project: adding my Oval Scallop decorative trim to my desk!

Etsy, mStarr design studio, Clare Paint, home office, Afloral, artificial flowers, faux florals

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Cutie scalloped clip-on mini rechargeable & adjustable light! Perfect for reading or crafting. Hearth & Hand Magnolia at Target.

Home decor, portable light

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Before the snow melted…the holiday greenery stays up a bit longer though.

West elm, blue striped pillow covers, velvet matelasse pillows, home decor, woven wood window shades, wicker vase, GreenRow, ethically made decor; gingham pillow topper, velvet blanket, Toast

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Festive bow Frame TV art from Etsy…download for under $3!

Holiday decor, Christmas decor, holiday entertaining

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Last minute gifts for everyone, including you!

Holiday gifts, Amazon, Stanley, Pip Pop Post earrings, foot massager, hand massager, eye massager, self care, rechargeable lamp, family games, handmade dog bowl, candle warmer lamp, Lavune candles, grandparents gifts , Chappywrap blankets

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Opening day for Max in rhe Nutcracker! Sparkle her Elf on the Shelf gifted her the coziest Nutcracker-themed Chappywrap blanket to celebrate! It’s the midi size and like all Chappywraps, is reversible.

Christmas gifts, home decor, holiday gifts, kids gift

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All the pattern & color mixing happening on Max's bed! Plaid ruffled pillows, velvet pillows, floral vintage inspired quilt pop against her Farrow & Ball Cook's Blue walls.

GreenRow, Amazon, Home Decor, Girl Bedroom, Kid Bedroom, Bedding, Lulu & Georgia

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Bows aren't just for indoor Holiday Decor. I added some light blue velvet ribbon to our front door topiaries.

Michaels Stores, Holiday Decor, Outdoor Holiday Decor, Christmas Decor, British Inspired Decor, Lowe's

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The softest, coziest striped sweater from Target. Perfect with jeans for casual outfit or dress up with a long silk skirt.

Holiday Party Outfits, Travel Outfit, Winter Outfit, Gift Guide for Her

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Monrovian outdoor stars - battery operated & come with a timer setting. Bulb light pathway.

Holiday decor, Christmas outdoor decor, Christmas lights, Amazon

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Some of my cherished Farmhouse Pottery woodland ceramic and wood trees finding a home on the windowsill.

Holiday decor, Christmas decor, Christmas decorations, window candles, Amazon, Anthropologie, Wayfair

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Winter themed downloadable art for the Frame TV.

Home decor, holidays, Etsy, vintage art

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Holiday, Christmas and winter downloadable art for Frame TV.

Etsy, holiday decor, home decor

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Sparkle (Max’s Elf on the Shelf) saying hi 👋🏻 This gummy block house from Target is a fun twist on the usual gingerbread house and it smells so yum!

Christmas decor, Kids Christmas,

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Lavune Evergreen candle is hands down one of the best holiday/winter scents. Use code EMILYSTARR15 for an extra 15% off your order.

Gift guide, home decor, holiday decor, Christmas decor, candle warmer lamp

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Like slippers. But Mary Jane’s. Perfect for Thanksgiving outfit!

Sherpa shoes, Target, women’s shoes, baggy jeans, Old Navy, rolled jeans

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Trying something new as we ease into holiday decorating…a bulb light pathway! And I’m feeling it. Still need to do the other side. I used garden stakes to string the lights and a timer so they’re on from dusk to dawn

Holiday decor, Amazon, Christmas lights, Christmas decor, outdoor Christmas decorations, Lowe’s

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All time favorite weather to dress for.

Target, knit maxi skirt, oversized sweater, rib knit sweater, H&M, The Great, knit beanie, Goya sneakers, women’s fashion, Fall fashion, family photos, business casual, bedroom decor

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Get out and vote! Sharing what I used to embroider a sweatshirt for my daughter. Pattern can be downloaded at mstarrdesign.com/vote-embroidery-pattern

Amazon, Michael’s, crafting, sewing, Target Cat & Jack

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Making your own Pelmet (Valance) Box with decorative trim.

Window treatments, home decor, diy home project

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Max’s (room) makeover is underway…

mStarr design, decorative trim, mounding, Etsy, kids room, girl bedroom, tween room, window treatments, pelmet, valance, curtains, pleated drapes, GreenRow, Farrow & Ball, home decor

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