LATELY ON THE LAKE

Hi and welcome to this week’s edition of Lately on the Lake. This is where I share what I’ve been up to, what I’m working on, what I’m loving and what’s inspiring me this week. It’s also the first Saturday which means it’s time for Handpicked 4 You. Sharing what my friends are loving this week too.

I’m Regina and this is Saved From Salvage. My spot on the internet to share all my DIYs, furniture flips, roadside finds, tablescapes and event inspiration. I’m glad you are here. Sign up at the bottom of the post to get on the list and receive my weekly update.

WHAT I’VE BEEN UP TO

Last weekend we headed to NJ to celebrate a special little guys 4th birthday. These have to be my favorite pictures. The birthday boy fell asleep in his pop’s arms.

Carmine spent Sunday working in the Sun/Cat room. He got the ceiling patched and painted then a first coat of primer on the walls.

Here’s what it looked like, it will be so nice and bright. Plus he built me extra large window sills for plants.

I actually got two posts done this week – woohoo.

I shared my DIY Paint Pots Turned Planters and I am in so happy with how they turned out.

Last week I shared the quart sized can and this week I made a couple gallon paint cans.

For one I used napkins and decoupaged them on to a can and then some I downloaded images from The Graphics Fairy. Carmine was at work events a few nights so I was able to do things like spray paint in the kitchen.

The next post was the easiest DIY ever. It was updating glass vases from the thrift store.

I had seen some at a garden store in Potomac but figured I could make them, so I did.

See my HOW TO UPDATE A THRIFTED VASE.

I went back to the retina specialist on Thursday and it was all good news. It will continue to change a bit but so far it seems like it worked. No more excuses to get out of dog walks.

Last night I visited with my sister and her 8 month old granddaughter for a bit while she was babysitting.

What a little chunk of joy.

WHAT I’M WORKING ON

I’ve still been working with clay. Wrapping up my Handcrafted Society post for next week and putting together a video of all the members hard at work. They are such a creative group, I’m so excited to be a part.

I headed to HomeGoods and Lowes on Sunday, my first time driving since my eye surgery and filled my basket. It’s called cozying up my front porch for spring, I love it, Carmine said it gives him claustrophobia.

You be the judge next week.

We are a week out from my son’s relaunch party and so this weekend I’ve got to make my dozens and dozens of pickleball cookies. Order a few signs, print out info, create shirts for the munchkins coming and order the food and drink. Once I make my master list I’ll be good to go, are you a list maker? I so am.

Oh and it’s Easter the next day. Hmmmmmm, guess I’ll give that some thought this weekend also. I’m excited that my sister will be heading down from PA to join us for Easter.

WHAT I’M LOVING

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CHUCK TAYLOR CONVERSE

Who hasn’t had a pair of these? It’s been awhile for me. I’v had red high tops, coral low tops and I’m ready to try some platform white. I had a time where I couldn’t wear such a flat shoe but I’m excited to try these. I just should never buy white but oh well.

JUTE RUG

I have two of these on my first floor and I’m about to get another for my sunroom. I just love how neutral they are and go with everything.

MAXI DRESS

I’ve got a few weddings this spring and so I’m on the hunt for dresses. I came across this one. Not for the weddings but I thought it looked cool and comfy for work.

CAPRI BLUE CANDLE

I usually stock up on these at Anthropologie but I’ve used them all up. So it’s time. I don’t tire of this fresh scent especially in the spring.

HANDPICKED 4 YOU

ANNA FROM SKYLARK HOUSE

These finds are items that I have ordered, currently use and enjoy. I am linking the actual product I purchased, not a similar item.

• This Mueller Multi-Function immersion blender is FABULOUS. It comes with a number of attachments including a whisk for making whip cream and a chopper that functions as a mini food processor. It’s also exceptional quality.
• With the arrival of spring, I am looking forward to wearing dresses again. I bought two of these Pretty Garden Wrap Dresses, which are perfect for Easter. If you are over the age of 40, you will also appreciate these dresses. An added bonus, they come in an array of colors and patterns.
• Creating the botanical eggs inspired me to use more furniture transfers. So, I purchased this set which includes some great foliage and birds.
• Finally, I always love flowers. So this book on French Blooms is so inspiring and fits nicely into my collection of decorating and gardening books.

CINDY FROM REINVENTED DELAWARE

• If you need a no-fuss gorgeous flower solution to spruce up your home for spring and summer, then you will love these real feel hydrangeas. They come in several colors – I have blue and they are so pretty and life-like! And they won’t wilt 🙂
• Comfy print t-shirts are my go-to for spring and summer. I found these on Amazon and now I just need to decide which prints to order! Check out the options and let me know your faves. I’m leaning toward the adorable daisy!
• Do you have an Apple Watch? My kids bought one for me several years ago for Mother’s Day; seriously, it’s the best watch! I can answer a text from my iPhone, and ask Siri questions and it keeps track of my daily steps and exercise! Consider one for yourself or as a gift. Mother’s Day is right around the corner!
• Our bedroom is undergoing a bit of a refresh and that calls for a new bedspread. I found this one at Walmart and I am loving it. The price is reasonable and the neutral color will go with anything.

LORA FROM LORABLOOMQUIST.COM

• Easter is a week away! Mr. Fix-it and are are singing in our church choir this year, and I’ve so enjoyed practicing all the classic Easter music the last few weeks and pondering over their deep lyrics. But I also just got THIS BOOK in the mail and am looking forward to reading it this week as I prepare my heart for the most important holiday!
• Once Spring really happens around here, I like to do a deep clean of our entryway; put the hats, gloves, boots and winter jackets away. Our rug was looking a little sad, so I decided we needed a fresh look. THIS scalloped version caught my eye, and I love jute rugs for their organic texture. The little bigger size than a throw rug seems to make our small entry look more like a pretty space than a pass through. I got the black edge version because of my black wood floor, but the green edge or cream edge were pretty, too.
• April showers bring May flowers…hopefully?! I love to bring out my collection of vintage umbrellas to usher in the rainy month. Their pretty fabrics and fun lucite handles add decor, hanging in our entryway (and I always get compliments when I use them). I also like to decorate with them open, propping them high up on a cupboard or behind a vignette. You can find pretty vintage umbrellas HERE.
• I like to incorporate woven textures into my decor in the Spring and woven lamps and pendants are hot right now! I recently bought 2 rattan lamps for our new den which I’m starting to decorate and I’m loving them! Buying lamps in pairs enables me to swap them into different rooms for seasonal switch ups. Adding woven textured lamps to your decor is a great way to update your home’s look! HERE is a similarly shaped one to mine. HERE is a roundup of some of my favorites (follow me there for exclusive content).

WHAT’S INSPIRING ME

This week I think every single thing I saw inspired me. So many fun spring and Easter ideas, here are a few that had me swooning. Please stop by to say hi and let them know Regina sent you.

PINECONES AND ACORNS – Back on the hit parade this week is Elizabeth from Pinecones and Acorns. I am making cookies for my son’s event and Easter and I decided I want them to look like hers. How beautiful?!

THE CROWNED GOAT – Coco from The Crowned Goat made the sweetest monogrammed Easter eggs. You have got to check them out. On the list for next year for sure.

SOUTH HOUSE DESIGNS – Ok guys, you already know I love clay and Diane made the most adorable peeps and I need them in my life. Wait until you see.

Thanks so very much for stopping by the lake. In case you missed it, you can see last week’s update here.

Until next week,

XO, Regina