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Five Things I’m Loving Right Now 3/15/2021

March 15, 2021 No Comments

It’s time for another Five Things I’m Loving Right Now. The weather is getting warmer and I am ready to swap out warm bulky clothes for sandals and sundresses, lighter scents, new decor, and plants. I look forward to each season and freshening things up.

I switch out m perfumes each season. I like different, seasonal scents. Aerin Lauder’s Lilac Path is my favorite spring scent. A beautiful lilac scent that is not overpowering or fake. It’s light and refreshing and to me is spring in a bottle. Lilac is one of my very favorite scents. I highly recommend it if you are looking for a new scent.

Aerin Lauder Lilac Path Perfume

Mackenzie-Childs is one of my favorite home decor lines. Mixing and matching all of the different patterns creates a custom and personal look. The new Royal Check collection has become my new favorite. I have many pieces in Courtly Check and Parchment Check, but this collection is beautiful. Gives a pop of color to any space. I also love the glass knobs on many of the pieces. I am slowly working this into my decor. I refreshed my kitchen with a few of these pieces, pink accents, and lemon decor.

Mackenzie-Childs Royal Check Collection

Spring means it’s time to start planting. I’m at my home in Arizona and I was feeling the itch to add some new plants after stopping at a local nursery. I love tropicals and anything with a beautiful scent. I picked up some gardenias, hibiscus, and these pink jasmine. I have white jasmine already and when I saw the pink I had to have it. The pink also blooms earlier than the white jasmine. When the wind blows the yard smells amazing.

Pink Jasmine Plant

With the weather warming up it’s time to ditch the heavy sweaters and layers. Lilly Pulitzer dresses are my go-to for every season, but especially in the warmer weather. Sweatshirt styles are perfect for cooler days and nights. Shift dresses are classic, and always in style. My favorites are the swingy easy dresses and the rompers. Comfortable and stylish. Add a great pair of sandals, a few accessories and you have the perfect outfit.

Lilly Pulitzer

My hair tends to turn too brassy. I have been going with a more platinum color to match my natural color. Sometimes purple shampoos turn my hair too purple. I was searching for something new to try, and this popped up on Amazon. The Keracolor Platinum Clenditioner. It’s a cleansing conditioner. I still do give my hair a wash before using this. I usually will put this on and let it sit about 10 minutes once a week before I rinse. I have been really pleased with the results. There are so many fun colors to try.

Keracolor Clenditioner

I hope you found something new to check out. These are just some of my recommendations for spring. I am so ready for the change of seasons. Is there anything you recommend I should try? Let me know in the comments if you try any of these out. Until next week!

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Carrie Kelly is an Interior Redesigner Industry Specialist and Lead Designer at Carrie Kelly Designs specializing in interior redesign, seasonal, and home decor helping clients create beautiful spaces in their homes without the time and expense of a full remodel. She is also an Independent Consultant with Initial Outfitters, a boutique featuring all things monogrammed and personalized for your unique style. Carrie is also the author of Pineapples and Sweet Tea, a Lifestyle blog, and co-author of the #1 best-selling book The Art of Connection.

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All About Home, Decor, Holidays

Outdoor Holiday Decor

December 7, 2020 No Comments

Outdoor winter decor makes me so happy. I love seeing all of the lights around town glowing and sparkling during the cold winter months. It gets dark so early in the winter and all of the lights just look beautiful.

View of our property

Simple and elegant

Wreaths on coach lanterns

This year I went with some black and white buffalo check mixed with my touches of pink and green Lilly inspired touches. It gets so windy here sometimes we decided a few years ago not to put lights across the entire house. It seems like we would get them up and some would blow off or go out and it would drive me crazy. Now we just hang a large wreath in the foyer window and I think it gives just the same look. My garland on the door is also lit and trimmed with bows in the corners and pink and green ornaments. Last year I purchased the ball topiaries on Amazon and just love them. I keep them out all year and just add lights at the holidays. Just a classic look. The personalized garden flag is from Initial Outfitters by Carrie. My potting bench was trimmed with a large lantern and pot, simple and festive. I change out the pillows on my bench and the tables have a wreath and lantern on them too. Can you tell I love lanterns? They just make everything pretty. A tree in the corner completes the porch. My coach lanterns all have a wreath with lights and pink and green ornaments. A different look instead of swags. I saw this look at Opryland Hotel and thought it was so pretty. A simple lit tree and pots with greenery complete the decor. Simple, classic, and elegant with a touch of fun Lilly whimsy.

Dressed up potting bench

Sitting area

Cozy place to read and relax

Wreaths on every lantern

Enjoy the holiday season and beautiful decor.

Carrie Kelly is an Interior Redesigner Industry Specialist and Lead Designer at Carrie Kelly Designs specializing in interior redesign, seasonal, and home decor helping clients create beautiful spaces in their homes without the time and expense of a full remodel. She is also an Independent Consultant with Initial Outfitters, a boutique featuring all things monogrammed and personalized for your unique style. Carrie is also the author of Pineapples and Sweet Tea, a Lifestyle blog.

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All About Home, Holidays, Monograms

Gifts For Everyone On Your List

November 23, 2020 No Comments

It’s that time of year again. Time to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list. I don’t know about you, but I think shopping for gifts is going to be a little more difficult this year. I was out shopping recently and it wasn’t very enjoyable. I enjoy searching for a gift that I know the recipient will love. A gift with meaning that shows I took the time to really think about their gift and did not just grab the first thing that I came across. I enjoy little boutiques and finding something that not everyone is going to have.

I thought I would share with you my picks for the perfect gifts for everyone on your list. These are all from my Initial Outfitters boutique. Most of these can be personalized for your unique style, and I really love that. Definitely, a gift that is unique. I would be thrilled to help you find the perfect gifts too. We can schedule an online appointment and I will have some ideas ready to go, or by text or email too. My website is always available to shop from as well. If I can be of any help, please reach out. It is my favorite part of what I do, helping you solve your gift-giving needs. Happy Shopping.

Carrie Kelly is an Interior Redesigner Industry Specialist and Lead Designer at Carrie Kelly Designs specializing in interior redesign, seasonal, and home decor helping clients create beautiful spaces in their homes without the time and expense of a full remodel. She is also an Independent Consultant with Initial Outfitters, a boutique featuring all things monogrammed and personalized for your unique style. Carrie is also the author of Pineapples and Sweet Tea, a Lifestyle blog.

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All About Home, Decor

Favorite Kitchen Decor

November 16, 2020 No Comments

I love to change the look of my kitchen for each season and holiday. Initial Outfitters by Carrie makes it so easy to create a new look with just a few pieces. We aren’t going to paint our walls, change our cabinets, counters, and flooring often, but we can change our accessories. These are a few of my favorite pieces.

Slate pieces are the hottest trend and I think this tray and charcuterie board are perfect. They coordinate with any style and also make a great gift. I have a set I’m using on my dining table to display pumpkins and fall decor. Very versatile pieces.

Glass cutting boards look beautiful displayed on a counter or in a cabinet. These look too pretty to use. I have a selection that I change out for each holiday and season. A quick way to make a big impact on my counter. I usually have one displayed in my kitchen, dining room, and family room. These are also my go-to gifts for any occasion.

Coasters are also a quick way to create a new look. I have many designs of these as well. I like to mix and match my designs, pair a cutting board or placemat set with a different design of coasters. Pretty and functional.

My dining and kitchen tables are always set with monogrammed napkins and napkin rings. These are beautiful and give a formal look to any table setting. With so many colors and fonts to choose from your napkins can coordinate with any look.

I enjoy crafting and these wooden cutouts let me customize each piece to match my decor. The variety of designs is endless. They also make for a fun girls night out too. I create a new wreath for each season and use these in so many ways in my decor.

I hope you have enjoyed a peek at a few of my favorite home decor products from Initial Outfitters. Snap a picture of your favorite home accessory.

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Food

Easy Weeknight Dinners

November 2, 2020 No Comments

I finally jumped on the Instapot wagon and I am so glad I did. I used my crockpot all of the time and didn’t really think I would use an Instapot. Boy was I wrong. Crockpots don’t always cook things juicy and even and the Instapot keeps everything juicy. Scrolling Pinterest I am amazed at the variety of things people cook in an Instapot. Basically, it does everything.

Back here in the Midwest, it is starting to turn cold, and we have so many chilly nights. There is nothing better than a warm bowl of soup, chili, or a roast. Comfort food for the win at this time of year. The Instapot has been my go-to for creating these delicious recipes. I have even done dessert in it. Who would have thought? I’m finding more and more ways to cook with this every day.

Do you have any favorite Instapot recipes to share? I am always on the lookout for the newest recipe. Here is one that I really enjoy from The Whole Cook on a cold night.

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NO BEAN 30 MINUTE CHILI

This No Bean 30 Minute Chili is hearty comfort food at it’s best! Thick, hearty, and a family favorite. Plus it’s Whole30 compliant, dairy free, and gluten free!

prep time: 5 MINS

cook time: 25 MINS

total time: 30 MINS

servings: (1 CUP) SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

2 pounds lean ground beef, I use 93/7
1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
2 14.5 oz cans diced tomatoes
1 6 oz can tomato paste
2 cups beef stock
1 1/2 tablespoon chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
4 tablespoons garlic, minced

INSTRUCTIONS

Add your ground beef to a large stock pot. Use your spatula to crumble the beef. Add in your chopped green pepper and onion. Cook on medium high, stirring occasionally, until beef is browned.
If your beef isn’t very lean you’ll want to drain the grease before moving on to the next step. I use a very lean beef so I don’t need to drain mine.
Once your ground beef is cooked it’s time to add the other ingredients to the pot. Stir. Cover and let simmer for 20 – 25 minutes.
Taste. Add extra salt or pepper if that’s your preference. Top with green onions, avocado, cilantro, or onion. Enjoy!

NOTES

You can substitute ground turkey if you prefer that to beef.

If you prefer to use the stove top or Instant Pot you’ll find directions for both above this recipe card.

NUTRITION

serving: 1cup, calories: 217kcal, carbohydrates: 12g, protein: 27g, fat: 6g, saturated fat: 2g, cholesterol: 70mg, sodium: 936mg, potassium: 973mg, fiber: 2g, sugar: 5g, vitamin a: 1130iu, vitamin c: 25.1mg, calcium: 63mg, iron: 4.8mg

Carrie Kelly is an Interior Redesigner Industry Specialist and Lead Designer at Carrie Kelly Designs specializing in interior redesign, seasonal, and home decor helping clients create beautiful spaces in their homes without the time and expense of a full remodel. She is also an Independent Consultant with Initial Outfitters, a boutique featuring all things monogrammed and personalized for your unique style. Carrie is also the author of Pineapples and Sweet Tea, a Lifestyle blog.

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