Saturdays At Shop This:

Apologies for the sporadic posts this week. A dear friend of mine lost her battle with cancer on Monday. It's been hard. I know that many of you feel a bit fragile yourselves from the sadness in the world, the missed and postponed celebrations, the anger and the fear.  For today, let's acknowledge our feelings, then concentrate on the positive. These links are filled with positivity, kindness, and hope.

The Art of Raising Kind Kids: I tried to major in this when I was a mom of a young child. If you do nothing else as a parent, make this a priority.

Grieving, Mourning, and Honoring Loved Ones in Social Isolation: Here are some positive ways to deal with loss.

Protect the kiddos while they play dress up!  Lovelane Designs makes it easy with these fun and eco-friendly child masks. The country is opening up like a butterfly this weekend. Let's think positive about the end result.

Brave Enough: Surprise a loved one or spoil yourself with this book's words of positivity and support, adding a dose of light to any day. It's a collection of inspirational quotes and anecdotes. 

At Home Kindness Kit: Beekman 1802 has put together a kit filled with their Triple Milk Cleanser, Milk Peel, and Skin Milk. It has all you need for healthy, glowing skin. At a new low price for a limited time. I can't say enough good things about their 
clean beauty products!

For those of us still on lockdown, Lucy Williams of Free People, Makes Staying Inside Fun.

If you are like me, a good hair day, makes me feel extremely positive. I use Living Proof haircare. Their "full" line of products work great with my fine hair. Save 20% this weekend.....prices are marked. Shipping is free.

Vogue, Amazon, and the CFDA announced the new Common Threads store on Amazon this week. Up until now, I haven't talked fashion too much. I mean where can we wear it? But with the country opening up bit by bit, maybe it's time. This edit is  instant style gratification. With names like Edie Parker, Derek Lam, and the Brock Collection, it is worth a click!

“We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.”

Maya Angelou

XOXOX
Deb
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Foodie Friday: Toss A Salad!

I love a good salad, don't you?  For me, the definition of a good salad does not include your basic lettuce and tomato mix. It has to be interesting. Life is just too short not to get creative with a salad. This recipe roundup is anything but boring. If your body is showing the results of quarantine eating, it's time to put down the sugar and starch, and mix up some veggies!

The Spring Cobb Salad
The prettiest salad ever! This recipe creates a protein packed main course. It features goat cheese, petite spring peas, pancetta, watermelon radishes and a herby vinagrette.
Modern Proper

Citrus Avocado Salad With Orange Tahini Vinaigrette
A salad recipe that that is filled with color and fresh flavors, is one that you can never get tired of. The vinaigrette is tangy, creamy, and sweet. What more can you want from a dressing?
Half Baked Harvest

Nambe Salad Servers
Modern and just perfect for indoor and outdoor entertaining,
Macy's

BLT Salmon Salad with Creamy Avocado Green Goddess Dressing
This recipe creates a salad that is light, healthy, and so very delicious. I became burnt out on salmon years ago, but this stunning salad, just might turn
 that around!
Heather Christo

Chimichurri Potato Salad
A potato salad that is actually healthy? This one skips the mayo. It's a colorful and hearty. 
Well and Good

Il Borgo del Balsamico Balsamic Vinegar of Modena IGP
If you have not had a fine aged Balsamic Vinegar, you are really missing out. They call this product "black gold." And I agree, as I was gifted with a bottle a few years ago. It's fab!
Food52

Blackened Shrimp Kale Caesar Salad
 It’s a salad you can actually prep entirely before if you’d like. And who wouldn't like this?  Just keep the shrimp separate and then mix everything at once right before eating. 
How Sweet Eats

Charred Avocado Salad With Cilantro Mayo
Grilled avocados are just the best! They get slightly smoky and extra creamy. A perfect addition to anything you grill 
for dinner.
Food and Wine

Joseph Joseph Large Silver Index Cutting Board Set
I love my set.  Neat and sleek, and always handy when you need them. Now 20% off.
Bloomingdales

Fiesta Lime Chicken Salad With
Chipotle Dressing
You will want to make this recipe on repeat all the way through Summer grilling. And the same seasonings that you use in the salad, you will be using in the dressing. Easy enough!
Creme De La Crumb

Thai Crunch Salad With Peanut Dressing
I was sold on this salad by the peanut butter in the dressing! It's inspired by a salad at The California Pizza kitchen, and is said to be highly addictive. 
Once Upon A Chef

Fig Strawberry Goat Cheese Salad
I so love the tangy yet mild flavor that goat cheese adds to a salad.  All of this deliciousness is topped with a simple poppyseed dressing, which pairs so nicely with the fruit.
The Artful Appetite

Mango Wood Salad Servers & Bowl
Rustic but ever so stylish. These pieces in grey will work well indoors and out.
Sur La Table

Steak Salad with Red Rice, Yellow Tomatoes & Mango
Oh how I love a good steak salad. This recipe takes inspiration from a Thai beef salad.  Asian red rice makes it especially striking, but you can substitute white or brown rice 
if you prefer.
Williams Sonoma

Blackberry Goat Cheese Salad
Doesn't this look divine? "Pistachios, chèvre and honey-mustard vinaigrette pair perfectly with peppery arugula and sweet vine-ripe fruit."
The Modern Proper

Fully Loaded Wedge Salad
Don't you love the presentation of this classic salad? It's perfect for casual company. You don't have to be extra neat with all of the toppings. The more they topple, the yummier it looks.
The View From Great Island

Four Homemade Salad Dressings
Raise your hand if you have bottled salad dressings in the fridge. Have you looked at the labels lately? They are expensive, full of artificial flavors and preservatives. It is so easy to make, and much better than bottled. Click this link and see for yourself.
Steamy Kitchen



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Foodie Friday: Picnic Provisions & Recipes

Garden Gorgeous

Audrey Hepburn once said  "To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow." A garden gives us hope. Isn't that just what we all need now? Better days are ahead, once we get through this crisis.  Now is the time to plant your own garden with the seeds of hope. Here's what you need to grow a gorgeous garden 

with style.

Gardenista

The hardest part of any project is always to begin. Find inspiration in this definitive guide to gardening. Named a Best Gift Book for Gardeners by The New York Times Book Review, Los Angeles Times, San Francisco Chronicle, Seattle Times, Domino magazine, and Goop.

Amazon

Bulbs and Plants

Oh what beauty! Shop 20 new gorgeous options to work your green thumb muscle! Save $10 off $100 purchases. Use code LSPLASH

VivaTerra

Outdoor Lanterns

Lighting is important for any type of event, even a walk in the garden . Make a big statement by grouping multiple lanterns in a variety of heights and sizes on tables, walkways or on an outdoor wall. How lovely for an evening wedding.

Pier One

River Stepping Stone Set

Right this way to your secret garden. These rocks are naturally smooth and very walkable.

Viva Terra

All Weather Wicker Planters

Woven from synthetic, furniture-grade wicker, these planters will take the heat and then some. I love the clean lines and shape of them. Now on sale with an extra 25% off at

Shop Terrain

Glam Garden Gloves

These gorgeous gloves combine style and practicality. They are dirt and water repellent. Also available in gold.

Amara

Terracotta Pots

There's something to be said about multiples of a good thing. Consider dressing up your garden or patio with terracotta pots planted with flowers of the same color. It's a very classic and 

European look.

The Well Appointed House

Diamond Watering Can

Shine bright like a diamond while tending your plants. These chic cans come in four fab colors.

Amara

Birdhouses

Did you know that bird watching is a "thing" today? It always has been but the pandemic and people with time on their hands, have made it catch on even more. If you wish for birds flocking to your yard, try one or more of these charming houses for your feathered friends.

MacKenzie-Childs

Seed Library Organic Seeds

Straight from The Hudson Valley come these all organic seeds. Plant them now and you will have them by mid Summer. They are on sale, too.

ABCHome

Orla Kielly Plant Bags

Give your indoor or covered porch garden a 70's vibe. What fun!

Amara

Garden Hat
Protect that pretty face with this fun hat. It makes a great gift for the plant lady in your life.
Mod Party

Courtly Check Pots
I can not resist a chic check. If you collect MC, then you need to add these to your collections. The smallest pots are heaven for herbs. If you don't have any MC things yet, these are a good place to start. Click here for the Watering Cans.
Mackenzie-Childs

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Earth Day: Love The World We Live In

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Saturdays At Shop This: Motherhood

{ Via: ZsaZsa Bellagio }

Most Mothers aren't royal, and most children don't marry a prince, but motherhood is filled with moments like the above. My own daughter was hell on wheels at home, but I could have taken her for tea with the Queen, and she would have been the perfect child. Today's links feature a little something for every type of Mom.

Time-Saving Hacks from #Momlife. 

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If your Mom has everything she could ever want, (really?) make a donation to No Kid Hungry in her name. Every $50 dollars you give can provide up to 500 meals for a child who is facing hunger. Best yet, you still have time to do this. Mom will be so proud of you.

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Mama Safe: Clean beauty for expecting mothers and all women that need stuff, by women who know stuff. It's all non toxic, plant derived, and cruelty free. And while you are there, make sure to visit their blog, Hatchland. It's fabulous with very helpful stories and tips for before, during, and after pregnancy.
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Treat yourself this Mother's Day weekend with 30% off Fashion and Accessories at Anthropologie.
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Virtual Brunch. Most of us won't be enjoying Mother's Day Brunch this year. If you are having a virtual one, like I will be doing, Diane Von Furstenberg has some very cute ways to dress for brunch at home. And it's all 30% off! Click the link and scroll down.
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It's not too late to gift Mom with something from Coach, who has a gift for every mom. "Gift Now" is a virtual gift giving process. You choose the gift, Coach will "deliver" the gift via email, Mom opens the gift on line. She can accept it or exchange it for a different color, size, or style before it ships. Everyone wins with Gift Now!
Details at Coach.
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Homemade Playdough Recipe For Mom's out of ideas on how to entertain the kids. I made it all of the time. Two thoughts I would add. 1) Don't use toxic and messy food coloring. Here's a recipe for Natural Food Coloring. 2) Add some vanilla or almond extract, to make it smell as enticing as the real thing.

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Such sad news this week about Neiman Marcus. The Chicago store holds so many memories for "Miss Shop This" and I. I can't tell you how many of their famous Chocolate Chip Cookies we shared over her childhood years. Here's the secret recipe at Cooking Classy.
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16 Beauty Experts on the Lessons They’ve Learned From Their Mothers.  Interesting stories and tips from Gucci Westman founder of Westman Atelier, Jessica Alba, founder of Honest Beauty and more. It was my mother-in-law, Laura that was the beauty expert in my family, And she was a beauty herself. 
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Cheers to all the Moms!  

XOXOX

Deb

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