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Week In Rewind With Midwest Life And Style
Happy Sunday, friends! It was a busy week at MWLS between our garage makeover reveal and two new posts here on the blog.
So let’s get right to it! Here’s a recap of everything you may have missed.
Tidbits From Home
As I hinted at above, we finished our garage makeover project! I may or may not have called in all of my favors with my husband for the foreseeable future.
But it was worth it!
Our garage went from messy and cluttered to clean and organized, and I couldn’t be happier with how it all turned out.
The difference between what it looked like before and what it looks like now is night and day.
And since photos don’t quite do it justice, I thought it would be fun to show you the reveal video I shared on Instagram.
My Favorite Finds
Because I got a few questions about the items we used for our garage project, I thought I’d share some of those here.
I’ve been asked what my favorite part of the transformation is, and the truth is that I love it all. But if I had to pick just one thing, this overhead storage rack would be near the top of the list.
If you’re limited on storage like we are, it’s a game-changer! Now all of our Christmas decor is neatly organized in one place. No more tangled strands of lights. Hallelujah!
Here are the other things we used for our project that I love.
- storage cabinet
- mobile workbench
- slat wall for tool storage
- tool storage accessories
- hinged storage tote
- large stackable storage bin
- small stackable storage bin
This Week at MWLS
This week I joined my friends from supper club for our monthly blog series, and I shared a brand new tablescape and dessert recipe just in time for Mother’s Day. If you missed either post, you can catch up below.
And speaking of Mother’s Day, if you still need to finish your shopping, take a look at my Mother’s Day gift guide with 20 of the top gifts that are perfect for all the moms on your list.
Spring Tea Party
Spring has finally arrived here in the Midwest, so I took inspiration from my garden and used pretty shades of green and yellow to set our table for tea.
Style your own elegant tea party tablescape for Mother’s Day brunch or other special occasions like bridal or baby showers.
No-Bake Lemon Berry Cheesecake Cups
In need of a simple dessert recipe? Try these classic no-bake lemon berry cheesecake cups.
Made with a sweet graham cracker crust, fresh berries, and a creamy lemon filling, this cheesecake recipe is the perfect light and airy dessert for spring or summer.
What’s Coming Next
Next week I’ll be sharing some last-minute ideas to help you celebrate Mother’s Day. Stop by on Thursday to say “hi” and to see all of the latest inspiration.
More Tips, Ideas, And Inspiration From Around The Web
Mimosa Bar
This mimosa bar from Crissy at First Day of Home is calling my name. Yum! Wouldn’t it be perfect for Mother’s Day brunch?
Go visit Crissy to get all of the details on her bar, including tips on how to decorate it and her recipe for the perfect mimosa.
Flower Basket Arrangement
Carol over at BlueSky At Home shared this spring flower basket arrangement.
I’m so in love with the vibrant blue blooms and the whitewashed basket. You can see more on her blog and learn how to make your own spring basket arrangement.
How To Make Framed Pool Noodle Art
Can you believe that this stunning succulent wall is made from pool noodles?
I would have never guessed!
This creative craft is from my friend Kelly over at The Tattered Pew. Stop by her blog to get her tutorial for framed pool noodle art and see how she used it to decorate her daughter’s room on a budget.
More Ideas To Inspire You
This DIY will add instant curb appeal to your outdoor entertaining space
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with this easy appetizer (and pair it with my favorite pineapple marg)
Give your mom a heartfelt present this Mother’s Day with these 17 easy gift ideas
Week In Rewind With Midwest Life And Style
As always, thank you so much for stopping by and spending time with me each week. It means the world to me. What inspired you most this week? I’d love to know what DIY or recipe was your favorite, so don’t forget to say “hi” and leave a note in the comments below.
Until next weekend,
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It’s always fun to see what you’re up to, Jen! I swear you get more done in a week than most people get done in a month. I’m in LOVE with your garage. Ours is a total disaster so it definitely gives me hope. Thank you for sharing the ceiling storage idea (we need it) and for sharing my last-minute Mother’s Day gift ideas too. I really appreciate it. Sending you tons of hugs for a happy week, CoCo
Thank you, CoCo. I think after this project I need a bit of a break. We’re beat! I will say that if we can do it, anyone can. And it was so worth it. I love how clean and organized everything is now.
Warm wishes for a wonderful Mother’s Day!
Hi Jen! What a great roundup! I’m loving all the spring inspiration, from the tea party to the cheesecake cups. You’ve inspired me to get our garage more organized too! Thanks so much for including my mimosa bar as well. I hope you have a great Mother’s Day!
Thank you, Crissy. And you are so welcome. Ineed to find an excuse to set up a Mimosa bar at home. So fun!
Jen thank you for sharing my pool noodle art! Also how did you embed that video so nicely on your post? Share your ways! Loved your garage makeover!
Thank you, Kelly! I just love how your art turned out. So cute! And I’ll DM you with instructions for how I embedded the video. It’s super easy
You had a great week! Your garage makeover was so good. I am definitely going to have to try your no-bake berry cheesecake cups. They look so yummy!
Thank you, Kim. The garage makeover has been a game-changer. I think I need to tackle our basement next! The cheesecake cups are dangerously good. You’ll have to let me know what you think after you try them.