Good morning! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend! It’s hard to believe today is the start of July and the 4th is just around the corner. Here’s a bit of what we’ve been up to over the past week or so.
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Home Projects & Updates
The most exciting news of the week – we got our new kitchen countertops! They’ve needed to be replaced basically since we moved in, so it’s a relief that that project is finally wrapped up. We really love how the new counters turned out.
This is a different type of quartzite than was originally used, called White Oblivion in a brushed finish. They’re very shiny here because the sealer was still drying. But the brushed finish is much more matte than a polished finish. It is also immediately clear to us that these do not have the issues with the water stains either. We’ve already prepped quite a bit of food, left water standing, etc. and these are so much more durable!
I also started putting out some of our 4th of July decor last week, too. I’m really loving these American flag pillow covers! I’ll share more once I wrap up the rest of the decorating.
SOURCES: Linen Pillow Cover (Mineral Blue) | American Flag Pillow Cover | Sofa | Lamp | Console Table
In Case You Missed It
Following are the posts I shared over the past week, in case you missed some days!
Around Town & For Fun
Tuesday night, I had dinner with a few friends (one I hadn’t seen in a few months) at Amigos! I wore this look that was 100% Walmart!
SOURCES: Ruffled Top | Jean Shorts | Sandals | Tote Bag | Hoop Earrings | Lip Liner (Pillow Talk) | Lip Gloss (All Things Magical)
On Wednesday, I traveled to Atlanta for most of the remainder of the week to spend time with two of my blogging besties, Kelley Nan and Kris from Driven by Decor. I decided to drive this time around even though it’s a quick 39 minute flight for us. But, with the holiday weekend, security lines, etc. I decided the six hour drive didn’t sound too bad (and it really wasn’t!). Here was our first selfie after we were reunited – definitely looks like I had been in the car six+ hours. Ha!
Kelley recently built the most gorgeous pool and backyard oasis, so we had planned to spend most of our time out there. But, our first full day was a bit rainy, so instead we did a little shopping, got mani/pedis, and ate out for lunch and dinner.
Friday was still a bit cloudy with scattered showers, but we still managed to get plenty of sun and relaxation in. And if you know the three of us, we talked a lot with some very late nights. It was such a fun time with these two that I’ve known and loved for 10+ years. And it was the first time all three of us had been together at once since Kris’ 50th birthday back in 2021.
I dropped Kris off at the airport around lunchtime on Saturday and then made the trek back home.
Sunday I got caught up on a few things around the house and then we had dinner with friends in the neighborhood along with some new faces. This was the only picture I managed to take, while many of the kids were swimming. But I love these laidback summer nights eating and chatting with friends outside!
Kurtis took this week off of work (which was only three days of vacation thanks to the holiday), so I’m hoping to get a few projects done around the house. We haven’t finalized our plans yet for the 4th, but are looking forward to the longer weekend and festivities around the area!
I have a lot of sale coverage coming in the upcoming weeks with Target/Walmart/Nordstrom Anniversary Sales starting next week. Then Amazon Prime is the following week! Add in the 4th of July holiday and other retailers trying to compete, and there is going to be a lot going on. I also have an exclusive Anthropologie code coming up for you this Friday, 7/5. It will only work on clothing/accessories but it’s a good one if you have your eye on something. Stay tuned!
Recent Buys & Sales
Following are some sales from the weekend that have carried over and are still going strong!
- AMAZON has a number of deals today! This look-for-less Water Hyacinth Stool is on a Limited Time Deal. Also, our favorite fly traps rarely go on sale but are 26% off today! You can shop their site here.
- ANN TAYLOR is offering 40% off your purchase, plus an extra 15% off, including new arrivals. You can shop their site here.
- ANTHROPOLOGIE is offering an additional 50% off items in their sale section. You can shop their site here.
- BALLARD DESIGNS is offering 20-40% off sitewide. You can shop their sale here.
- BODEN is offering up to 60% off sitewide. You can shop their site here.
- COLLEEN ROTHSCHILD is offering 20% off sitewide for her 4th of July sale (use code FIREWORKS). I use this cream or this one twice daily! You can shop her site here.
- GAP is offering up to 50% off summer favorites and up to 75% off markdowns. You can shop their sale here.
- J CREW is offering up to 50% off summer styles and an extra 60% off sale styles with code JULY. You can shop their site here.
- J CREW FACTORY is offering 50-70% off everything. You can shop their sale here.
- LOFT is offering 40% off your purchase, plus an extra 20% off. You can shop their sale here.
- LULULEMON has a number of new items in their sale section. You can shop their site here.
- MADEWELL is offering an additional 30% off items in their sale section with code COOLDOWN. You can shop their site here.
- MARK & GRAHAM is offering up to 70% off select styles plus free shipping on orders $150+ with code SUMMER! You can shop their site here.
- MARSHALLS has a number of deals sitewide plus free shipping on orders of $89+ with code SHIP89. You can shop their site here.
- NORDSTROM has a number of limited-time sales in their sale section, with items all marked up to 50% off! You can shop their site here.
- OLD NAVY is offering 50% off fashion favorites for the family. You can shop their sale here.
- ONE KINGS LANE is offering up to 60% off sitewide. You can shop their sale here.
- POTTERY BARN is offering up to 60% off during their 4th of July sale. You can shop their sale here.
- REJUVENATION is offering up to 50% off during their 4th of July Warehouse Sale. You can shop their site here.
- RUGS USA is offering up to 75% off everything plus an extra 25% off everything with code FIREWORKS. You can shop their site here.
- SERENA & LILY is offering up to 40% off sitewide and free shipping on orders of $2,500+. You can shop their sale here.
- SUMMERSALT, one of my favorite swimsuit brands, is offering 30% off everything with code SPF30. You can shop their site here.
- TARGET has a number of home deals, up to 40% off home decor, up to 40% off select indoor furniture, up to 40% off rugs and lamps, plus tons more! You can shop their site here.
- TJ MAXX has a number of deals sitewide and is offering free shipping on orders $89+ with code SHIP89! You can shop their site here.
- TORY BURCH is hosting their Semi-Annual Sale with an extra 25% off items in their sale section. You can shop their site here.
- TUCKERNUCK has a number of new items added to their sale section, as well as free shipping and free returns on everything. You can shop their site here.
- VINEYARD VINES is offering 30% off most full-priced items and an extra 30% off one sale item, 40% off two sale items, and extra 50% off 3+ sale items with code FIREWORKS! You can shop their site here.
- WALMART has marked down our favorite budget chair to make it even more affordable! You can shop their site here.
- WEST ELM is offering up to 60% off plus an additional 40% off clearance items with code JULY4. You can shop their site here.
- WILLIAMS SONOMA is offering up to 50% off in their Early 4th of July Sale as well as an extra 25% off clearance items with code EXTRA. You can shop their site here.
I hope you all have a fun and safe holiday week!
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Natalie says
Sarah, congrats on finally getting your countertops!! The countertops & your home look amazing!!
Sarah says
Thank you so much Natalie! Have a great 4th!
Tricia says
I prefer your new countertops to the previous ones. You have such great taste. Enjoy your 4th!
Sarah says
Thank you! We do too – I like the subtle veining better. I hope you have a great 4th too!
Lisa says
Your new countertop is absolutely stunning! It is hard to believe you waited this long!
Sarah says
Thank you Lisa!
Linda Grubbs says
Great countertops Sarah!! So happy that’s taken care of for you. You guys have been more than patient. Worth the wait! 💜
Sarah says
Thank you Linda!