My Favorite Summer Decor Finds and Sunday Morning Coffee

I have been decorating our home for summer, and I don’t remember having this much fun decorating with summer decor.

I love our home’s lighter and brighter feel and have spent days thinning stuff out to make it more comfortable! We are also celebrating the dads in our family, and I wanted to wish everyone a Happy Father’s Day! Thanks for joining me for Sunday Morning Coffee. This is a place to share, learn, and dream.

A dining table set for four with green plates, pink glasses, and a vase of pink flowers is in a bright living area with large windows and a beige sectional sofa.

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Collage with a cozy interior featuring a dining area, kitchen, and coffee-themed text: "Sunday Morning Coffee.

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A newly refreshed living room with light couches, furniture, and accents.

Decorating our home for summer is so much fun. There are so many reasonably priced and awesome summer decor items, and I love them. Today, I am sharing my favorites with you!

The Beach House Summer Decor Finds

Bright, modern living room with a white sofa facing a fireplace, large screen tv, and a view through a glass door. decor includes a spiral wall art and an abstract painting.

Remodeling our beach house was one of my favorite projects, and adding the decor was the icing on the cake. My style is Modern Coastal Vintage (I made up that term), and I love it. Here are some of my favorite purchases for the beach house.

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Pale Gold Bezel Frame TV Frame

Sonos Arc Soundbar

Samsung 55″ Frame TV

Seagrass Storage Basket Bins with Lid

Large Gold Cage Lantern Light Fixture

Non-Ticking Mantel Clock

A woven laundry basket with handles sits next to a beige sofa, adding a touch of vintage decor. A piece of light-colored fabric drapes gracefully over the basket's edge, contrasting with the light blue wall behind.

Tall Woven Basket

Three tall, slender gold candle holders of varying heights, each with a round base, exude a touch of vintage decor as they stand elegantly on a white background.

Gold Tall Candle Candlestick Holder

Three glass hurricane candle holders with wooden bases, each holding a white pillar candle, are displayed against a white background. — Set of 3 Glass Hurricane Candle Holders

Our Living Room Summer Decor Finds

Our living room feels so different because I lightened everything in it! I restyled the bookcases and removed the dark items (and books). The two new swivel chairs are perfect for reading. The Frame TV has been a great addition; as expected, we enjoy our living room much more.

It’s not new. It’s just refreshed, but it feels like new!

Two glass table lamps with gold bases and white shades are placed on a table. A small bouquet, a decorative bowl, and two smart bulbs with remote controls are also shown. — Dimmable Modern Glass Table lamp

Glass Apothecary Jars with Lid

Organic Muslin Cotton Throw Blanket

Two beige and white plaid throw pillows rest on a light-colored sofa, with a textured cream blanket draped across the seat. — Pack of 2 Gingham Buffalo Check Plaid Throw Decorative Pillow Cover

Two beige throw pillows with button accents on a white sofa, accompanied by a gray knitted blanket.

Set of 2 Ivory Square Pillow Covers

20×20 inches Beige and Brown, Set of 2 Pillow Covers

Set of six classic novels with decorative spines: Mansfield Park, Pride and Prejudice, Northanger Abbey, Sense and Sensibility, Persuasion, and Emma. Ideal for vintage decor enthusiasts, these books are perfectly arranged in a row to add timeless charm.

Juniper Books Jane Austen Book Set

Hand Carved Paulownia Wood Fruit Bowl/Wood

Autumn Rattan Woven Vase

Our Family Room Summer Decor Finds

A bright, elegant living and dining room with a set table in the foreground, white sofa, armchairs, large windows, and soft natural light.

Our family room feels brighter, and the pop of orange has warmed it up for summer. I love my amber water glasses, which are the perfect color and size. I am sure you will see many of them on the tables, and I will be styling them for the rest of the year!

Master & Co. Foundry Metal Gallery Wall Frame

Battery Operated Wall Sconces Set Of 2

White decorative chandelier with a single exposed bulb hanging in a bright kitchen setting.

Farmhouse Wooden Pendant Light

Two decorative pillows with beige and white geometric patterns on a light-colored sofa, with a plant and a book nearby. — Ivory Embroidered Decorative Throw Pillow

A clear vase filled with a bouquet of bright pink peonies and green leaves, perfect as a centerpiece for your next dinner party.

Dark Pink Silk Peony Bouquet

A stack of ornate, vintage-style white ceramic plates with decorative embossed edges and a slightly distressed finish. — White Antique Charger Plate, Set of 6

A stack of folded white cloth napkins with lace trim, with one napkin partially unfolded and held in a napkin ring on top. — Lace Edged Cloth Napkins, Set of 12

A white ceramic pitcher with a ribbed texture, spout, and handle, showing slight wear.

Creative Co-Op Farmhouse Ceramic Pitcher

Four round, braided off-white placemats are overlapping on a white background. — Ivory Round Braided Edge Placemats, Set of 6

Six round green ceramic plates arranged in two rows of three on a white background. — Abode Homewares Retreat Pottery Green Salad Plate

White ceramic bowl with an uneven, wavy rim and a textured surface.

Large Free-Form Edge Glazed Ceramic Bowl

Six ornate, amber-colored glass tumblers with intricate embossed patterns are arranged in two rows on a white background. — 6 Pack Amber Highball Beverage Glasses

My Latest Project

Two men stand on a golf course, one holding a putter and the other holding a baby. Trees and grass are visible in the background.

Celebrating the Incredible Fathers in My Life

It’s Father’s Day, and I am celebrating the fathers in my life today.

The dads in our family are Dave and Andrew. And Michael will become a dad this fall.

This week, I have been reflecting on the incredible men in my life who wear the title “Dad” so beautifully. It’s hard to say how lucky we are, but I will try.

Four shirtless people in swim trunks stand side by side on a beach, smiling at the camera with the ocean in the background.

Four people stand in front of the Louvre Museum and its glass pyramid in Paris, France, posing for a group photo.

Let’s start with my husband, Dave. From the moment we became parents, he has been the kind of father every child dreams of having: patient, steady, kind, and strong.

Through the years, he has guided our three boys with quiet wisdom, unwavering support, and a sense of humor that lightens every room. Whether coaching baseball games or giving pep talks that stick with you forever, Dave has always shown up with his whole heart. He never sought the spotlight, but he has always been the foundation of our family.

Two men in golf attire stand side by side on a golf course, smiling at the camera, with trees and another golfer in the background.

An older man in a plaid jacket and hat holds a smiling toddler in patterned pajamas, standing in a home near framed photos and a baby gate.

And watching him now as a grandfather (Papa), it’s just the sweetest thing. He lights up around Graham, and their bond is already so special. Seeing Dave with our daughters-in-law, treating them with love and care as if they’ve always been part of our family, reminds me daily how lucky we all are to call him ours.

Momma Charlotte, Baby Graham, and Dad Andrew

And then there’s our son Andrew. Watching your child become a parent is a profound experience. Andrew is such a natural father to his son Graham. He is attentive, playful, gentle, and strong, all of which make him a wonderful son, and he now shines through in his role as a dad. And an amazing husband for Charlotte.

Adult and child smiling while sitting on grass in a backyard with a small playhouse in the background.

A man stands on a golf course holding a smiling child upside down by the ankles.

He is hands-on, always present, and completely smitten with his little boy. It’s a joy to watch them together, and it fills me with so much pride to see how he’s carrying on the legacy of love and intentional parenting he grew up with.

As if that wasn’t enough to make my heart burst, our son Michael is about to begin his fatherhood journey this fall. The anticipation and excitement we all feel for Michael and Ellie is hard to describe.

A man and a woman stand together on a golf course green, smiling at the camera. The man wears a golf outfit and cap; the woman wears a striped dress and cardigan.

Michael will be a fantastic dad. He has a kind heart, a grounded perspective, and a strong sense of family.

A man stands on a golf course with a baby sitting on his shoulders; the baby appears to be crying while people gather in the background.

An adult man stands outdoors holding a young child in his arms, both smiling, with patio furniture and greenery in the background.

He’s already so thoughtful as an uncle to Graham and ready to embrace everything that comes with parenthood. I can’t wait to see him step into this new chapter and to watch his daughter discover what a wonderful man their father is.

These men, Dave, Andrew, and Michael (and someday Matt!), are why I feel so blessed this Father’s Day. They prove that love, patience, and presence make all the difference. Watching them nurture and lead their families is one of my greatest joys.

So today, and every day, I celebrate them: the dads who lead with love, the grandpas who play and snuggle, and the sons who become fathers. I am so proud of the family we’ve built together and grateful beyond words to share this journey with them.

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My Biggest Challenge This Week

A dress form labeled "Collapsible Shoulder 12" stands in a craft room beside shelves of ribbon and rolls of wrapping paper.

I have been discussing designing a dress for myself. But first, I want to make one and use a pattern. My dress size has gotten smaller (yippee!), so the fitting will be crucial.

My only challenge is where to find the fabric.

JoAnn Fabrics closed all of their stores this past year, and they were my go-to fabric store. Since my need is short-term, I will head to the garment district in downtown Los Angeles and check out the block of fabric stores (at Maple and 9th Street).

Long term, there might be a solution. I am sure many of you saw the announcement that Michael’s stores bought the rights to the fabric line previously owned by JoAnn, so they will now be adding fabric (and yarn) to their stores. The online chatter has been mixed, but I am thrilled. The convenience of having a craft/fabric store ten minutes away is great.

What are your thoughts?

A white Brother GX37 sewing machine with a stitch selection dial and stitch guide on the front panel.

Brother Sewing Machine

A fabric-covered dress form mannequin on a wooden stand with three legs and an adjustable metal pole.

Upgraded Female Dress Form

Assorted colorful satin fabric pieces arranged in a circular pattern, showing a wide range of vibrant colors and shades.

35 Pcs Silky Satin

Get the beach house ready for our family vacation.
Finish handmade clay projects for this class session.
Start experimenting with recipes for my new Ninja Creami.

A white wooden deck with lounge chairs, potted plants, umbrellas, and steps leading to an elevated patio attached to a house.

You need to read this! 7 Things Organizers Say to Get Rid of Before Summer. (I still have two left to do!)

A bowl of white rice topped with a glazed salmon fillet, sliced cucumbers, green onions, and sesame seeds.

This Baked Salmon recipe from A Beautiful Mess looks amazing!

A bright, modern kitchen with light cabinets, a white refrigerator, a wooden island with flowers, a stove, and a large window with potted plants.

This Easy DIY Will Make You Smile Every Time You Look at Your Fridge.

An adult man reads a book to two young children on his lap, while a woman stands behind them, all seated on an armchair.

I love this list from A Cup of Jo, What Are Your Dad’s Rules for Life?

A plate of round sugar cookies decorated with colorful floral and fruit patterns, placed on a white doily next to a yellow napkin with white embroidery.

I love the Pattern Sugar Cookie tutorial Craftberry Bush shared.

Milk White 6″ Mosser Glass Cake Stand

Stainless steel sauté pan with a glass lid and two handles, perfect for tossing a vibrant spring salad, shown on a white background.

HexClad 7-Quart Stainless Steel Sauté Pan

Woven basket with a handle, perfect for serving Christmas morning breakfast, accompanied by six circular woven placemats.

6 Pack, Round Woven Placemats

And what a week it was!

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Blue Round Placemats, Set of 4

Two one-quart containers with lids, one pink and one green; the green container is filled with homemade coffee ice cream topped with red syrup. A "1 QT" tag is placed in front.

Starpack ‘Freeze the Day’ Ice Cream Storage Containers

A metal ice cream scoop with a white handle is next to three scoops of ice cream topped with syrup, berries, and strawberries.

Heated Ice Cream Scoop

Usa Red Blue White Cloth Napkins

24×36 Inch Gold Bathroom Mirrors for Wall

American Flag Cornhole Set

Grilled salmon fillet with a drizzle of sauce, garnished with fresh herbs, served alongside sliced steamed zucchini on a black plate with a fork.

I have made Martha’s Mustard Glazed Salmon a gazillion times. (But I usually cook it a bit longer.) You might want to try it.

We are so immersed in summer in Pasadena and Ventura, and I have a lot to share. And … I am finally sharing my first finished clay pieces! Here’s what I am sharing this week.