Buttercup Cottage, Decluttering Ideas + More: Friday Finds

It’s hard to believe this is the last Friday in June. Summer always moves too quickly. The hollyhocks and lavender are blooming in the garden and the waterlilies have made their appearance in the pond. The frogs are singing out there and now we have a pair of chipmunks that like to run around the rocks surrounding the water garden. Even the birds are getting brave and bathing in the shallow end while we’re sitting out there. It’s so much fun to watch.

Today I’ve got an English cottage to tour, ideas for de-cluttering your home for summer, and more great inspiration!

Photo by John Buckley Architecture & Design

Do you like to pare down your room interiors for easy living during the summer months? If yes, you might want to check out Southern Living magazine’s tips for avoiding mistakes that make your home look messy.

Take a tour of Buttercup Cottage in England. With a name like that, you know the house has to be cute, right?

If any of you are planning to travel this summer, here’s a list of the cutest seaside towns in the south. I’ve only been to one of these locales – Tybee Island in Georgia. I can think of several more seaside communities that should be on the list. You’ve probably got a couple of favorites too that aren’t listed.

Enjoy this fun vintage kitchen remodel that I think you’re going to love! It’s filled with flea market treasures and happy colors.

Feeling crafty and looking for a small home decor project to brighten your interiors? This butterfly shadow box is easy to make and looks so pretty. And you don’t have to use butterflies. You could use something else.

If you haven’t already, be sure to enter for a chance to win the beautiful decorating book by Caitlin Wilson, Return to Pretty.

I’ll end today’s list of finds with this gorgeous Whidbey Island retreat that features a few little glamping units on the property. But seriously, you have to see the main house which is gorgeous!