Welcome to our 2020 summer home tour! Mother nature gave us a break with a lovely cool spring, but the grace has come to an end. The hot and humid summer days are here, and we are counting down the days until we can hit the beach! With summer arriving, it’s time for another seasonal home tour- this time she’s ready for summer. I’m thrilled to have teamed up with Marty from A Stroll Thru Life along with 29 other talented bloggers to share our summer homes with you this week. If you are coming from Christy at Our Southern Home– so glad you are here. These home tours are always good for my soul because it forces me to get my house in order. I assure you that most days it looks nothing like this… (and neither do I for that matter)
Blue Dress (under $30!)| Raffia Earrings
If you are new here at Southern State of Mind- WELCOME! I’m Heather, the crazy-crafting-iced-coffee-drinking-mom behind the blog. My husband and I live in Atlanta with our two boys – ages 5 and 8. I have been blogging for around five years, since I was fortunate to stay home with my youngest.
This blog brings me so much joy and I am so glad you are joining me today to have a look around! One way to get caught up with me lately is to read my Front Porch Coffee Talks where I share what’s on my mind like friends chatting over coffee.
So now that we know each other, let’s have a look around!
SUMMER HOME TOUR- FRONT PORCH
Our front porch is the sidekick to this blog as I do the weekly Front Porch Coffee Talks and it’s where you could pretty much find me during the quarantine. To see more details on this space- you can get the full tour here: Staying Home On Our Front Porch
SHOP THE ROOM!
Wicker Chairs | Ottomans | Rocking Chairs | Striped Rug | Barn Star | Copper Planters
| Fern Round Terracotta Planter | Wicker Garden Stool
SUMMER HOME TOUR- FOYER
Alright, well now that you’ve had a stop on the front porch, come on in! Our front door is always open and you can usually find lots of bikes and scooters in our driveway.It’s usually a revolving door of neighborhood kids!
I did make a little change to the foyer with some DIY art – inspired by Anthroplogie art that I have always liked. Mine was free using a frame I had in storage from when we downsized my mother in law last summer. Yay for a finally tackling a few projects that were on my list during the pandemic. I also brought this vintage wicker lamp in here for summer.
SUMMER HOME TOUR- FAMILY ROOM
Come on into the family room! Where it’s usually filled with piles of books, toys, socks, shoes, and shirts. Yes- my boys pretty much refuse to wear shoes and shirts at this point so they end up scattered EVERYWHERE! So let’s just soak this clean room in for a minute, shall we?
SHOP THE ROOM!
Blue Abstract Art | Blue Lamps | Gray Recliners | White Lamp | Ottoman Tray |
White Throw Blankets | Navy Pillows | Tan Pillows ( I added the Greek Key Trim) | Heron Watercolor Prints
White Diamond Indoor Outdoor Carpet Rug | Blue & White Ginger Jar | Coffee Table Book- Southerners Handbook|
Large Cutting Board Tray | Silver Trophy Bucket | Vase | Large Two Toned Wicker Basket
SUMMER HOME TOUR: KITCHEN
It wouldn’t be a tour without a look in the kitchen so let’s take a look. Again- better get a glimpse before the mess happens again. I kept it super simple with this faux orchid. With our open floor plan, I really do try to keep the kitchen clutter free. It just eases my soul when the counters are clear!
SHOP THIS ROOM!
Faux Orchid (similar) | Blue & White Bowl | Light Fixture (similar) | Barstool (similar) | Antelope Rug Runner
SUMMER HOME TOUR: BACK PORCH
Alright, well before you leave please do come take a look at the back porch. If we aren’t on the front porch, you can probably find us out here! I recently shared a full detailed post about this porch that you can read here if you want to check it out. Basically this room is a tale of something old, new, borrowed and blue. And now it is all ready for summer nights.
SHOP THE ROOM!
FURNITURE || Couch | Couch Cushion Cover | Boho Wicker Conversation Set | Rattan Sling Back Chairs
COFFEE TABLE || Industrial Coffee Table | Black Lantern | Orange Tray | Glass White Vase
DINING TABLE || Brown Stacking Chair | Khaki & White Checked Tablecloth
ACCESSORIES|| Outdoor String Lights | Blue & White Planter | Blue Striped Rug | Faux Topiary Set | Large Wooden Lantern | Garden Stool
It isn’t summer unless you have some Topo Chico on hand. I recently shared my current favorite cocktail- see the Ranch Water recipe here.
I shared a great tip on cushion covers this spring as well. This outdoor sofa has been with us for over 10 years and the cushion had seen better days. So I found an option on Amazon and it has worked great! You can read the full post here.
I recently got super organized and created a new category called PORCH LIFE that catalogs all of my outdoor room posts.
Well, that does it for today. I really enjoyed showing you around our home this summer. I hope you are inspired to do some summer updates of your own! I tried to share sources where I could, but please let me know if you have any questions.
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Be sure to head over to The Woodgrain Cottage where Shayna is sharing her summer home.
xoxo-
Heather
Please be sure to check out all of other bloggers sharing their beautiful summer homes! I can’t wait to grab a cup of (iced if you are in the south!) coffee and take a look!
A Stroll Thru Life , Clean & Scentsible , Far Above Rubies , Remodelando La Casa , It All Started With Paint , Life On Virginia Street
Setting For Four, Duke Manor Farm, Decor To Adore. House By Hoff , Inspiration For Moms, Pink Peppermint Design
Modern Glam , Fox Hollow Cottage , Thrifty & Chic , 11 Magnolia Lane , Grace In My Space , Hymns & Verses
Seeking Lavender Lane , StoneGable , Designing Vibes , CITIRINELIVING , Our Southern Home , Southern State Of Mind
The Woodgrain Cottage , Life On Cedar Lane, Thistlewood Farms , White Arrows Home, Follow The Yellow Brick Home
What a beautiful summer home, Heather! I love your blue and white so much – I need some of your pieces! And your outdoor space is just amazing – what an perfect place to gather and enjoy the weather! Happy summer!! xo
Beautiful as always!! Love the simplicity of your kitchen and if I could, I would hop on a flight and sneak away to your back porch. What a great spot to lounge!! Happy [hot] Summer!
What a charming home. I adore your blue dress! So happy to be on tour with you!
Heather, I feel like the photos keep getting better and better as you scroll. Love every inch of your amazing home.
I love your home Heather!! And your outdoor space is to die for.
Such a great tour, your home is always so welcoming and inviting, and I adore your front porch too. Now of course you know that I am green with envy (in a good way) over your back yard and patio area. That is a dream for sure and where you would find me all day every day. Thanks so much for sharing and for joining the tour this season. Loved it all.
Such a beautiful tour! Your front porch is so welcoming! I love the rockers on the porch. So fun to tour a bit of the inside and then get to see your gorgeous backyard! What a great space to spend Summer with your family!
Your home is absolutely amaze balls, Heather. I would loooove to have that back porch oasis. So stunning! Such a pleasure touring with you.
Thanks Erica! That back porch is definitely one of our favorite spots!
Beautiful Home Tour. I just checked out a couple of the other bloggers you’ve listed. Great
photos and ideas! Keep inspiring us with your fabulous ideas AND where to buy some of you great finds~!
Lovely home tour and you look so cute in that blue dress! I especially love your covered outdoor space – I’m sure you’ll get lots of use out of it this summer!
Your home is an absolute treat to tour. I just love your style that’s infused with so much character and items that seem to hold history and tell a story. And not to mention, your outdoor space is to die for!