Happy Friday! 5/8/26
Happy Friday! Any exciting weekend plans? I’m on the hunt for some patio furniture for the Poplar Cottage. The kids have been rollerblading, scootering, and rip-sticking in endless little laps around the garden patio, so I’ve been putting it off for as long as possible. But with this stretch of nice weather, I think it’s finally time :) Wishing you a lovely weekend ahead, and a very happy Mother’s Day to all the moms, grandmas, aunties, and mother-figures who make life feel warm, steady, and loved 💛
The Poplar Cottage
Some links from the week:
This week we shared a few backsplash ideas for the hall bathroom, and wow, this has turned into one of those “why is this so hard?!” renovation decisions. It’s funny how the smallest details can suddenly feel like the biggest at the very end of a project. I’ve loved reading all your feedback and opinions - truly so helpful!
I’m on a shorts kick! Just bought these to replace my too-old running shorts and goodness they’re cute (and on sale!).
“Sunday gardens” are the biggest outdoor trend in 2026.
This soup feels very Spring appropriate!
Haha, now this is an ad!
Who’s ready to move to Troy, NY?!
Loved this pattern-filled Georgia home. Monica Stewart (of Misfit House) knows how to do textiles and patterns!
THIS book! It was delightful and hilarious and made me miss the 90s with abandon. Bonus: the audio is read by Meryl Streep!
Wishing you a lovely Mother’s Day weekend.
xx
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