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Week In Rewind With Midwest Life And Style Volume 54

Week In Rewind

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Welcome to volume 54 of the Week in Rewind with Midwest Life and Style. Get a cup of coffee, and join me to look back at the weekly happenings here at MWLS. In each recap, I’ll share my most recent posts, favorite finds, and a collection of ideas, tips, and inspiration from other bloggers around the web.

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Week In Rewind With Midwest Life And Style Volume 54

Happy Saturday, friends!

After back-to-back weekends of traveling, it was a bit slow going here again on the blog.

While my main focus has been getting caught up on life (and laundry), I did manage to squeeze in some time to share one new post on Tuesday.

In today’s recap, I’m also sharing a few “oldie but goodie” posts for spring crafts and recipes from years past.

And, of course, I can’t forget all the ideas and inspiration I found for you from a few of my blogging friends.

So grab a cup of something cozy, settle in, and catch up with the latest week in rewind!

Tidbits From Home

First the first time in a few weeks, I’m writing to you from the comforts of home! Last weekend we were in Kansas City for a national qualifier club volleyball tournament.

Show Me Kanas City Tournament - Week in Rewind Volume 54 with Midwest Life and Style

Peyton’s team made it to the gold bracket on day three before losing a heartbreaking match that went extra points in a tightly contested 3rd set.

The loss meant the team just missed out on earning a bid. But they still placed 5th overall in their division and played their best volleyball of the season.

Show Me Kanas City Tournament - Week in Rewind Volume 54 with Midwest Life and Style
Tournament banners in downtown KC
Show Me Kanas City Tournament - Week in Rewind Volume 54 with Midwest Life and Style
Lunch at County Road Ice House…yum!

Although we had fun, it feels good to get a break from all our club volleyball travels.

Our Peek-a-poo Sadie - Week in Rewind Volume 54 with Midwest Life and Style

And I don’t think I’m the only one who is happy. Can you tell that Sadie’s glad to be back in her own bed and not spending time at the kennel?

Yesterday we spent our Good Friday out at the track for another meet. It was a beautiful day (other than the wind).

My sister’s family and my parents at the meet
All the girl cousins

And my family came to watch Peyton compete, which made the day extra fun.

In non-sports news, things are starting to green up here. The trees are starting to bud, and I even noticed some flowers starting to poke through in my flower beds.

I can’t wait until they start to bloom. Have things started to bloom where you are?

My Favorite Finds

This pretty initial pendant would make a great graduation or Mother’s Day gift

My friend Kelly influenced me to buy this hobnail planter and I love it! (p.s. It might make an appearance in my next supper club tablescape)

These drinking glasses are fun and have great reviews

I can’t wait to start gardening this spring and currently have this handy tool in my shopping cart

I have and love these fridge organizers for our drinks…and they are currently on sale

More Favorites From Amazon

I am always adding new finds to my Amazon storefront, so be sure to stop by and check out my latest curated collections, including all my favorite decor finds!

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P.s. Did you know that I earn a small commission each time you click on a shoppable link in one of my posts and buy something? (Even if what you purchase is not the item I have linked.)

I am so thankful when you shop using my links. It helps keep my blogging dream alive and my little corner of the web up and going.

This Week On The Blog

On Tuesday I shared a round-up filled with 15 different kitchen decor and DIY ideas.

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Our kitchen table before…
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…and after!

The round-up has a bit of everything, and includes this post where I shared how I gave new life to our old kitchen table for cheap!

15 Affordable Ideast to Update Your Kitchen - Week in Rewind Volume 54 with Midwest Life and Style

There are also tips for decorating above your cabinets, styling open shelves, decorating your counters, painting your cabinets, and more.

If you have been thinking about making updates to your kitchen, then this post is a must-read!

4 Tips To Create Spring Planters Like the Pros - Week in Rewind Volume 54 with Midwest Life and Style

After lots of yo-yo-ing temps, it seems like spring has finally arrived here in Nebraska. I can’t wait to get out and plant in a few weeks.

If you’re dreaming about flowers and gardening too, check out my post with tips to create spring planters like the pros.

Or learn how to plant a patio herb garden and grow your own fresh herbs at home.

The Best Creamy Broccoli Salad- Week in Rewind Volume 54 with Midwest Life and Style

And, with potluck and picnic season upon us, I thought it would be fitting to share one of my all-time favorite side dishes.

This creamy broccoli salad is always a crowd-pleaser. Tossed with a sweet dressing and loaded with crispy bacon, raisins, and sunflower seeds, it’s pure heaven for your tastebuds!

On The Menu The Week of April 10-April 14

Here’s what’s cooking in our kitchen this week.

  • April 10 (Monday) – BBQ chicken sandwiches with coleslaw and baked beans
  • April 11 (Tuesday) – Doritos taco salad
  • April 12 (Wednesday) – Leftover night
  • April 13 (Thursday) – Grilled chicken and baked potatoes with steamed green beans
  • April 14 (Friday) – Sausage, potato, and corn grilled tin foil packets

Coming Next Week To MWLS

Next week I hope to finally share a post I have been promising for weeks with tips to style a dough bowl for spring.

And, if time allows, be on the lookout for my latest spring decor round-up and an updated gift guide for Mother’s Day!

I look forward to seeing you back here next week for all the spring fun.

More Tips, Ideas, And Inspiration From Around The Web

Spring Porch Decorating Tips

Do you need some ideas to decorate your porch for spring? If so, go and visit my friend Jennifer at Cottage on Bunker Hill.

Spring Porch from Cottage On Bunker Hill - Week in Rewind with Midwest LIfe and Style Volume 54

Jennifer always has the cutest ideas for using vintage decor and styling her home each season.

I mean, isn’t this vignette just darling? I love it!

Be sure to stop by Jennifer’s post to see more of your spring porch decor and decorating tips.

Deviled Egg Dip

Last week I shared a twist on a classic appetizer with my recipe for how to make deviled eggs in two different ways.

Deviled Egg Dip from Our Tiny Nest - Week in Rewind with Midwest Life and Style Volume 54

So you know when I saw this delicious-looking deviled egg dip from my friend Nicolle at Our Tiny Nest I had to share.

If you have an abundance of dyed eggs left over after Easter, this would be a great recipe to try so they don’t go to waste!

Spring Mantel Styling Tips

If you struggle with ideas for styling your mantel as I do, then check out this post from my friend Rose over at Jenny Wren Blog.

Spring Mantel from Jenny Wren - Week in Rewind with Midwest Life and Style Volume 54

Rose shares simple tips for styling your fireplace mantel for spring that will carry you right through the summer months, too!

More Ideas To Inspire You

This recipe for lemon tarts

These adorable mini clay pots for succulents

Enjoy touring this beautiful home decorated for spring

These tips for hosting a fun family movie night

This cute idea for DIY May Day baskets

Week In Rewind With Midwest Life And Style Volume 54

As always, thanks for following along! If you enjoy these posts, you can find past Week In Rewind posts here.

And… If you are catching up on blog posts you may have missed, be sure to sign-up to get all of the latest recipes, DIYs, decor tips, and more sent straight to your inbox.

Wishing you and your family a wonderful and happy Easter!

Xo,

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  1. Ann Marie says

    April 8, 2023 at 1:26 pm

    Happy Easter Jen!

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    • midwestlifeandstyle says

      April 10, 2023 at 8:41 am

      Thank yo! I hope you had a wonderful Easter too!

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