Learn how to pattern-play like a pro! Jen Pinkston of theeffortlesschic.com helps us mix and match outdoor accent pieces to perfection. Update your next open-air outing with a fashion-inspired ensemble …

The spring and summer seasons mark the beginning of a fair-weather favorite: picnic time! Planning a simple, elegant picnic is a piece of cake with a few easy essentials. Read on for tips on how to set yourself up for a day of pure picnic perfection …

Guest blogger/event planner Lauren Saylor scripts clever, easy scenery ideas – and props via hayneedle.com – for a five-star movie night at home. We predict rave reviews from your guests …

There are more interpretations of Gatsby than pearls in Daisy Buchanan’s wardrobe. Read on to learn what inspired the photo shoot for our Gatsby-inspired Styleboard. You’ll also find some classic recipes for your next get-together.

Guest blogger Camille Styles brings the bright flavors of Morocco home for a special anniversary meal. Discover how she creates new romantic memories while reminiscing on past travels with her husband.

Guest blogger Kirsten Grove of simplygrove.com has two unique design challenges: her kids. Read on for her suggestions on creating a shared space for independent kids.

Feeling like you want to live outdoors in the nice weather? You can! Enjoy all the comforts of home outside with a perfectly appointed patio or deck. Read our suggestions for creating an outdoor living space.

Brian Patrick Flynn knows an opportunity when he sees one. Read on to find out how he turned his sister’s unremarkable Victorian porch into a family gathering place (and the envy of the neighborhood).

It’s the perfect situation for peace of mind: you can enjoy fresh air and scenery outside, while staying protected from the sun’s UV rays or even rain, thanks to the simple span of a patio umbrella. Available in a pleasing variety of sizes, shapes, colors, and styles, with fabulous features, patio umbrellas can brighten any day … not just the rainy ones!

We welcome our new guest blogger and stylist Reichel Broussard! Reichel’s helping us introduce our new Gift Registries with hayneedle.com picks. Peek inside to see her very own housewarming wants …