I can’t believe Thanksgiving is already upon us this week, and we are about to embark on another season of holiday celebrations. Thanksgiving has always been one of my favorite holidays, even remembering as a child waking up to the familiar aromas of turkey and pies baking in the oven, watching the Thanksgiving day parades on television, and waiting for family to arrive to enjoy a wonderful meal at our dinner table. People everywhere will be cherishing these same traditions this week and I like to imagine how that looks in everyone’s homes… what their dinner table looks like, what passed-down family recipes will be made, and how many old stories will be told. The dinner table is a significant place in our homes, and Thanksgiving makes this gathering spot even more special and memorable.
“The Fondest Memories Are Made When Gathered Around the Table…”
I thought it would be nice to share some Thanksgiving Dinner Table decor inspiration with you as you create your own Thanksgiving table this year. I’ve included some looks and ideas that inspire me…tables that invoke a sense of invitation, comfort, blessing, and family… the true essence of what Thanksgiving is all about. I hope you enjoy!
The Centerpiece
The centerpiece is the focal point of your dinner table and I like to create an arrangement that can stay in place during the entire meal, without having to remove it to make room for the meal. I generally like to keep my dining table centerpieces lower in height so they do not obstruct conversation or line-of-site among guests, but if I do decide I want to add some height, I use narrow candlesticks or pieces that are not too large or obtrusive. I also love the idea of decorating the entire length of the table, so all of your guests can enjoy your decor from any place they are seated. Here are some of my favorite centerpiece decorating ideas…
This fall decor lines the entire length of the table and is very easy to achieve with subtle greens, various size pumpkins, and simple candle votives… The decor is low to the table so it does not obstruct your guests’ line of site to other guests and creates a very simple, and festive look.
If you follow my Blog, you know I love to decorate using trays, baskets and boxes, and this is such a pretty centerpiece with varied textures and colors, all contained neatly in one unit.
This look is more of a traditional “centerpiece” with the decor placed in the center of the table.. I loved the white pumpkins and natural foliage, creating an earthy feel. This look could be achieved DIY or you could take this idea to your local floral shop to create a beautiful fresh floral arrangement for you.
The Dinnerware
I enjoy that the holidays give us the opportunity to use the special dishes…your good China, your grandmother’s passed-down pieces, or even holiday festive dishes that are perfect for the occasion, all add extra meaning to these special days. However, don’t feel you need a special set to make your dinner table unique, as you can still achieve a very festive look using your everyday dishes, by adding in decorative pieces to your tablescape. Here are some wonderful dinnerware ideas to give you inspiration… (& note to self… use the special dishes in your everydays’ too…for a random Thursday night dinner – use Grandma’s special serving bowl for the salad…she’d want you too!)
I found these items at HomeGoods and really liked the traditional feel of the festive turkey plates and thought the copper goblets added a bit of color and interest to the setting.
I put together this pretty arrangement at Pier One… the base piece is actually a place mat of fall foliage, along with a gold charger, plaid dinner plate, and a festive pumpkin salad plate creating an interesting, layered look. I could see using this as a two-person intimate table setting, or even to decorate a kitchen bar area all season long.
I really like the idea of using dishes that have history…special dish sets that have been passed down through the generations, or can even be found at antique shops to create a nostalgic, more traditional feel to your Thanksgiving table.
But seriously, don’t feel you need to go over-the-top to create beauty to your table…if you are into more simple, subtle, clean decor… look how beautiful everyday white plates can be when adorned with a pretty napkin, basket weave charger, and a little floral embellishment tied together with a simple stand of twine.. a subtle look of elegance.
The Linens
One of my favorite ways to add a festive flare to my table setting is with the use of table linens… so many options with table cloths, table runners, placemats, cloth napkins… all bringing texture, dimension, and color to your tablescape… some lovely ideas using linens for your Thanksgiving table are below…
This shows that your table linens do not have to be elaborate, expensive, or overly colorful…look how pretty this look is just using burlap tied at the ends with a neat bow? … gorgeous!
& Ya’ll get creative with what you have… This is a festive wool blanket used as a table cloth..I love it!.. and check out the mixed-matched pillows adding in even more varied texture and color to create a really festive feel to this cozy and comfortable table setting.
I wanted to show you this table setting so you could see how even using neutral linens and white dinnerware can still achieve a festive look by adding in other elements like the copper utensils and subtle seasonal decor in the table center… use what you have and add in little touches of the season to create a very gorgeous look.
This is a more traditional table, layering various colors and materials for a more vibrant Thanksgiving fall look.. layering a table cloth, placemats, chargers, plates, cloth napkins, and a colorful centerpiece creates a really cozy, seasonal vibe.
The Place Setting
If you’ve worked in the restaurant industry you know how to set various place settings like the back of your hand, but for some who are not quite sure the correct way to set a table I wanted to share a couple great options depending on how elaborate you want your dinner setting to be. Here are Formal and Casual table setting examples you can use for inspiration…of course you can change things up a bit to make it your own (there are enough rules in life!)….but use these as tips as standard ideas to set your table…
The Placecards
Placards are not a necessity but they do add a little extra special touch to your table, and with a large group especially, they can be quite helpful for your guests to know where you suggest they sit. There are endless creative ideas for place cards at your dinner table, but here are some that I really like that are also easy to achieve…
I thought this was a simple yet thoughtful way to seat your guests… these adorable little “thankful for…” silverware bands can be printed on any type of paper to accentuate your table setting.
Without too much stress, sometimes the most subtle touches are just the right amount.. here’s a sweet touch using a hand written place card and adding in some light festive greens to be placed directly on the dinner plate to casually seat your guests.
And this is a cute little touch using a small pumpkin and leaf place card tied with a trim of twine.. simple yet sweet and something even your kiddos could prepare for your table.
The Ambiance
One thing I think brings the finishing touch to a table is it’s ambiance with candle light…even if I’m not aiming to create a romantic vibe, or low-lit setting, candle light can still create a warm, cozy, inviting feel to your table. I usually recommend using unscented candles so they do not detract from the aromas of the meal, or even opt to use battery operated lights that appear like real flames….also a great option to add a little candlelit ambiance to your table.
These votive candles add an inviting warmth to this fall arrangement creating a really pretty look.
Using candles in varying sizes and heights, but all in the same color, can create an interesting arrangement with a more prominent ambiance.
And I liked how the centerpiece of this table setting are the candles, using these clear glass hurricanes and pillar candles, and the natural elements of stones and berried branches to accentuate, creates a warm, inviting ambiance to the table.
The Pass-the-Dish Style…à la française
It may depend on the size of your table if you have the option of placing all of the food dishes right on the table, but I do like the social vibe this type of table setting invokes.. à la française, allowing your guests to socially pass the dishes around the table while making their plates… a little more lively, “enjoying the feast” type vibe to your dining experience.
In this table setting, the turkey is the centerpiece… and it looks delicious!… allowing the meal to be the main attraction of your dinner table.
A very elegant, old-world feel to this type of table setting.
The Buffet Style
Buffet style is more-likely what many of us use for our Thanksgiving dinners, allowing guests to make their plates at the buffet, and then have a seat at the dinner table. Buffets can still be an extension of your dining table decor though, by coordinating the two areas and remembering to make that space festive as well… here are a couple cute ways to achieve that…
Use pretty dishes of varying heights to create a beautiful presentation of your Thanksgiving buffet.. loved the chalkboard Menu for an added special touch too.
I like how these white dishes are very versatile and can be used for many different holidays and events, while allowing the food and subtle decor to create the festive look for the specific occasion.
Other Creative Ideas:
Oh you guys…so many ideas, I could just go on and on and really one could create a new look each year with all the unlimited creative options for our Thanksgiving Dinner Tables. Here are some more ideas I found inspiring that I had to share with you…many are easy to create to add that extra touch for your guests to enjoy and remember Thanksgiving in your home.
I just adored this idea of using roll paper with hand lettering to create a unique table covering for your Thanksgiving table… so unique!
& so cute to festively wrap your silverware with burlap and fall leaves.
I adored this idea of adding a little note and pencil to your dinner plates for guests to write what they are thankful for this year.. this also creates a great conversation piece to add to dinner time with your guests.
And how cute is this idea using paper again as your table covering…with hand lettered place cards written right on your table..so creative!
& Some of my favorite Thanksgiving Dinner Table Looks…
I love all the varying textures, colors, heights in this look.. and the subtle touches of blue really stand out among the more traditional fall colors in this table setting.
Sometimes I think less can be more and I really liked the fresh, clean, simple look of this table setting…look how the three plates and cloth napkin are all the same color white, but with varying designs, they create pretty texture and interest to the place settings.
And I truly love the comfortable, casual, dig-into-a-good-meal feel of this table. I really like the use of purple and jewel tones for a creative spin on the traditional seasonal colors for this Thanksgiving table… imperfectly gorgeous!
I hope you’ve found some new ideas and inspiration for your Thanksgiving Dinner Table this year… I would love to see how you decorate yours on Thursday! Comment below what your favorite ways to decorate your holiday table are and what your plans are for this year… I would love to hear! Happy Thanksgiving to all of you, wishing you a blessed day with family and friends…around your Dinner Table.
Happy November! I truly enjoy this glorious month with it’s ever changing beauty …falling leaves, crisper temps, cozy nights, and holiday festivities on the horizon.. it just makes me want to celebrate every moment. In that festive spirt, I decided to do a FALL Home Decor GIVEAWAY! If you follow me on my Jaime Lyn Life by Design Facebook Page you have most likely seen this Giveaway, but if not… head over there to get Entered to WIN…
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Halloween is this week and oh the fun to be had! If you scroll through Pinterest or visit any of the home or Halloween stores, you are sure to find so many creative ideas for this spirited day. Today I’m sharing some of my current favorite Halloween ideas with you!
Decorating the Pumpkin
There are countless ways to decorate pumpkins these days beyond carving traditional jack-o-lanterns, and I just love the idea of decorating pumpkins using tulle, festive ribbon, markers, paint and glitter. You could do this with your natural pumpkins or even faux pumpkins (find at your local hobby and craft stores) to reuse year after year.
Creative Halloween Treats
There are many Halloween treat possibilities for school and family parties, but I loved these adorable (& healthy) ideas from Crafty Morning below… and a favorite in our family are Ghost Sucker Treats…My daughter shares a tutorial on how your kiddos can make these, on our other Blog, Kai Kai Brai.
Decorate the Front Door
I really like the idea of decorating the front door for Halloween night to give trick or treaters something fun and festive to greet them as they visit door-to-door. It really isn’t a ton of work to do, and would be a fun idea if you live in a subdivision or close-knit community to coordinate a neighborhood “front-door Halloween decorating contest.”
Treat Bowl Tradition
I like to add a bit of tradition to the holidays and Halloween is no different… a fun idea is to use the same festive treat bowl to greet your visitors each year …little touches like these become memorable and can be passed down through the generations. I also love the idea of painting your own Halloween treat bowl at a pottery studio too…how special and festive that would be to use every year.
Anyone else like to dress-up Halloween festive for your kiddos’ school parties and trick or treat night, without having to go in a full-on costume?.. There are so many cute ways to dress up your fashion to look spirited and stylish that day… here’s some cute items I found, all on Amazon Prime.
I absolutley love family costumes but have found there’s a small window of time when our kiddos really want to participate in a family-themed costume (it’s just not cool as they get older ;)… here’s a couple gems from my family’s Halloweens’ past when we went as a “Frightful Family (+ an Elsa”…the little one has a mind of her own..) and “Zombie Football”.
Oh…I could go on and on with Halloween ideas! I hope you grabbed a few new ones from my post and I’m sharing even more on my Pinterest Halloween Board…follow me there!
Happy Halloween!
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Happy National Coffee Day! I am a big coffee lover, and really enjoy a cup (or two) each day as I mull over my morning to-do lists and emails, running errands in town, or just at those times I want to treat myself to something warm and tasty to wrap up my day… I just love it! In honor of National Coffee Day.. Here are some of my coffee inspirations for you!
Anyone own a Breville Barista Express Espresso Machine? I am really thinking of getting one.. a bit of an investment but I would love to have one in my home and as much as my hubby and I (and even my kiddos) enjoy an espresso, I think it would be well worth it, and they are so attractive looking too! If you own one of these machines or a comparable brand, please share your thoughts and tips with me, before I splurge on one! I also love to pick up cute coffee mugs whenever I see them and it’s kind of fun to select which to use each morning… it’s these little joys in life like a fun coffee mug and great cup of joe that makes it all worth living!
Shop my Coffee Inspirations below (& scroll left to see all!)
Happy Coffee Day!!… Make sure you treat yourself to a good cup of coffee today!
Jaime Lyn Life by Design | Rebel Magnolia Flea Market
Hey All… Life has been crazyBUSY for me the last few weeks with my kiddos school starting and a whole lot of other business and personal life things capturing my time…but I so wanted to share some fun I had this weekend, with all of you! I visited the coolest Flea Market in my home state of Michigan on Saturday… the Rebel Magnolia Flea Market located at Roberts Community Park in Saginaw. This was such a fun day for my girls and I… the weather felt like fall, people were browsing and shopping countless Michigan and midwest vendors selling their amazing, unique home and fashion items, there were food trucks galore…seriously no better way to spend a weekend afternoon. I found this Flea Market to be a very carefully curated show selecting the most unique vendors specific to home decor, antiques, boutique fashion and accessories…so much to enjoy! If you’re into all things vintage, bohemian, primitive, handmade, boutique, antique, farmhouse, industrial, retro…. they had all these styles represented. The Rebel Magnolia Flea Market is developed and hosted by Hailey and Lauren who own the Rebel Magnolia store in Saginaw… another pit stop we made before we left town (go!…it’s a quaint shop of fashion and decor items on Gratiot Road, and I highly recommend stopping in!)…It was nice chatting with them at their booth while I was at the show too… great ladies! So…Let me show you some of the market!
Welcome to Rebel Magnolia Flea Market!White tents galore, housing the most unique treasures from some of the most amazing Michigan & midwest vendorsRebel Magnolia Flea Market VendorsMap of Rebel Magnolia Flea MarketRebel Magnolia’s Personal BoothLoved this vintage, fall, farmhouse display welcoming visitors into another booth at the flea marketIt was a beautiful fall day for an outdoor market!…starting to feel more like Fall!Such a CUTE display of antiques and collectiblesMarie J’s Couture – An adorable and stylin’ mobile boutique filled with unique clothing & accessoriesLoved the gorgeous pieces found here!Soy Candles galore were here at the flea market by many vendors!….such a big hit!Willow Creek Candles…YUM & some of my favorites!One of the best home decorated booths we seen with Daisy Street MarketSo many signs….I love the simple look of these statement signsAntique and refurbished furniture and home decor pieces from Out of My Shabby MindRefurbished furniture has such unique quality that can really bring character to your space… another set from Daisy Street MarketSo loved this piece with the gray and dark wood tonesA little bit of country, a little bit fall, going on with this booth& rustic Fall vibes and more statement signs displayed hereMany unique Michigan inspired products were on display throughout the show!…so cute!I wished I had little ones again when I seen these beautiful baby blankets from Heather Made Designs….gorgeous!Such a unique boutique on wheels from Co Co Grand Boutique..loved their stuff!Give me ALL the accessories… so simple and gorgeous from Genesis One DesignsSeriously…I could shop these markets every weekend!!Two more Michigan area Flea Markets coming soon… September 15 & 16 and December 8 & 9 in Bay City, MI& more show dates coming up…make sure you stop by Kristin Bleyenberg Design’s booth in Hudsonville Mi, Naperville, Il, Alger Heights, Mi, and Grand Rapids Mi this fall!
The fresh cut flowers in this adorable VW van was our favorite booth of all from Two of a Kind Floral
And ya’ll this is just a glimpse into all the various booths we seen…My daughters and I had such a fun time at this market! If you missed Rebel Magnolia’s Flea Market this Fall, mark your calendars for their Spring Show ~ coming the Friday & Saturday of Mother’s Day weekend!
I’m going to be attending more Flea and Art Markets this Fall and will pass on info as dates approach to my Facebook and Instagram pages as I hear of them…and I’ll blog all the details here as well! Even if you are not local to my area’s shows, I hope you can still enjoy my posts for fun design inspiration for your own Flea Market finds. Be sure to Shop Rebel Magnolia’s store (or online shop here) in Saginaw, Michigan to get a taste of the market any time of the year. If you know of a show coming soon….comment, email, or PM me…I’d love to come and cover it!
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Thanks Friends & Happy Fall!
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Hey ya’ll, I’m back in Michigan from my trip to Waco, Texas visiting Chip & Joanna Gaines’ Magnolia Table and Magnolia Market at the Silos. My husband and kids surprised me with this trip for my 40th birthday, and I’ll always remember this celebration as one of my best birthdays yet! I enjoyed an amazing breakfast at the Magnolia Table, shopped the Magnolia Market, had lunch at the Silos’ food trucks, toured the Seed and Supply Co. gardens, and made a birthday wish over one of Joanna Gaines’ famous cupcakes from the Silos Baking Co. It was a memorable way to ring in my 40’s and the perfect time for me to launch this new design Blog I’d been working on! I am so excited to tell you more about my trip, and share some helpful insight, tips, and sneak peeks of Magnolia!…
Magnolia Table
Magnolia Table | Diner in Waco TX
I started out at the Magnolia Table, Chip and Joanna’s famous Diner, and it was everything I expected it to be and more! Every. little. detail was thought out from the covered, outdoor seating area where guests can comfortably wait for their tables, to the adorable Take Away market for shopping or light snacks, to the outdoor bistro for enjoying an iced coffee while you wait…and that was all before we even went inside! There’s so much I want to share about the Magnolia Table and their amazing food (yes the biscuits are that good!)…and because the diner is in a separate location from the Silos, I think it deserves a post all in itself, so I’ll be doing another post just on the Magnolia Table, soon!..so watch for that! Until then, all I can say is, if you are anywhere near Waco, TX… take the time, wait the wait,and go! The Magnolia Table is located at 2132 S. Valley Mills Dr. | Waco TX and is open Monday thru Saturday from 6:00 am to 3:00 pm.
When I first arrived near the Magnolia Market at the Silos, located at 601 Webster | Waco, Texas, I could see the Silos far in the distance… you can NOT miss them, and oh the excitement I had… my husband who is a farmer himself and owns silos, granaries and elevators looked at me as if I were nuts… we have these all over the place at home and I barely acknowledge them, but here I acted like I had just seen Elvis while driving up to these larger-than-life silos! Oh but you have to watch the show y’all to get it, right?
We arrived a little before noon on a Friday and Magnolia was busy.. but festive. Everyone I seen there was happy!…the guests, the staff, the birds… it’s just a happy, casual, welcoming place to enjoy time! So…let me take you inside!
Silos Baking Co.
Silos Baking Co. | Waco TX
The Silos Baking Co. is Joanna Gaines’ famous on-site bakery, located in the white building with black and white awning, at the corner of the Silos property. The bakery is adorable.. designed with white subway tiles, exposed beams, white marble, black accents, and the most adorable chalkboard-esk signage listing the baked items for sale. On busy days (disclaimer: I think every day there is busy) there is a covered area outside next to the bakery, where guests can wait their turn to enter inside. I was given a little menu card and pencil to decide what I wanted to order, so once inside there was hardly any wait. I got the Lemon Lavender, Shiplap (of course!), Strawberries n’ Cream, and The Classic cupcakes… and oh my goodness, they were good! Helpful Tip: Get your cupcakes on your way out, at the end of your day, as it is HOT in Texas, and the last thing you want to do is walk around with melting cupcakes, or stop in a bit early to enjoy a pastry at 7:30 am before The Market opens at 9 am (and the bigger crowds start rolling in.) The bakery is open Monday thru Saturday 7:30 am to 6 pm.
Silos Baking Co.Silos Baking Co. Order MenuSilos Baking Co.Silos Baking Co. Cupcakes!Enjoying the Silos Baking Co.
The Silos, The Lawn, & the Food Trucks
Silos at Magnolia
These areas of the Silos feel like a big family reunion with a community of people you don’t know, but visit with like you’ve been friends for years! The Lawn is a huge outdoor space right in the middle of the property for kids and adults alike to play yard games, lounge around, and relax in the sun. The Silos make the most unique backdrop, and if you come from an Ag background like we do, you can really appreciate the authenticity of how the Silos, and the elevator were untouched and left in their very original state, with the rest of the complex designed and developed around it. Lovely! There are picnic tables on the stage area in front of the silos, and also a large covered pavilion with fans and misters (next to the Lawn) to find shade and to cool off a bit while you enjoy an easy lunch from the many food trucks. The Food Trucks add to the festive flare of the Silos, like a small town festival has just rolled into town for guests to enjoy pizza, hot dogs, mac n cheese, Alabama sweet tea, and popcorn (and so much more!… what I like to call, happy food!) There’s even a Silos Baking Co. food truck with some of the bakery’s signature items, so if you don’t want to wait in the bakery’s line, that is another nice option. We really enjoyed this festive space, and had some good old-fashioned fun!
The Magnolia SilosThe ElevatorFood Trucks at the SilosLawn Pavilion at Magnolia
The Seed and Supply Co. and The Gardens
Seed + Supply
This space is located in the back corner of the grounds and is so peaceful and tranquil. The gardens are filled with flowers, herbs, and veggies, and is cared for beautifully. I got the feeling I was taking an afternoon stroll through a friend’s personal backyard garden. I loved the little chalkboard signs marking the various plantings, the wood planter boxes, brick paved paths, and the aroma from the plants. We ended at the Seed and Supply Co., a little garden shed of sorts with double doors, opening up to an intimate shopping experience filled with seeds, herbs, flower canisters, garden tools, candles, gardening books, and other outdoorsy decorative pieces. It’s a very pretty area of the Silos property and I wouldn’t miss seeing it when you go!
The Magnolia Market is the mecca shopping experience for Fixer Upper, and Chip and Joanna Gaines fans. The minute you walk into The Market, it oozes the look and feel you get when you see one of their renovated Fixer Upper houses on the show…the textures, the colors, the smells, the natural and casual elements. The Market is open Monday thru Saturday from 9 am to 6 pm, and we went on a Friday and Saturday (Saturday being much busier.) I found candles, wreaths, florals, furniture, table linens, dishes, Jimmy Don signs (of course y’all!), and so much more! It’s so fun to just enjoy casual shopping in the setting of this beautiful and authentic granary, with high, open-structured ceilings, shiplap lining the walls, black wrought iron accents, and natural wood displays and open trusses throughout… I really felt I had stepped into a Magnolia home showcase! Helpful Tip: Bring an extra suitcase for your findings…or a U-haul! 😉 Really, though… I would recommend picking up what you can easily pack for those momento pieces you want to remember buying at The Market.. candles, mugs, even a small Jimmy Don sign.. and either ship the rest home (which they offer as a service at check-out) or shop those bigger items online and have them delivered to your home (which I’ve heard is less shipping expense, but make sure that piece you want in the store is available online, otherwise buy it/ship it from the store.)
Magnolia Market at the SilosEnjoying the beauty of the Magnolia MarketMagnolia MarketMagnolia GranaryJimmy Don Signs at Magnolia
Recap
You can definitely see The Magnolia Market at the Silos in one day, but I would recommend two days, using the first day to really take it all in, and the second day, as time to go back and leisurely enjoy the parts you loved, and purchase the things you had your eyes on.
I was pleasantly surprised at the affordability of everything… from food to the merchandise, everything was very reasonably priced, and I felt very similar to what I would spend at a normal shopping day with my family in Michigan.
The staff is so super friendly and extremely helpful, and welcoming; anything you need…they are there ready to be of service!
I was impressed by how every.little.detail was thought out and the whole property was laid out and organized to be a welcoming place of leisure and fun… places for kids to run off energy, areas to get out of the sun, ways to get through lines quickly, and places to sit and just enjoy the scenery. It really was a pleasant couple of days of good, wholesome, old-fashioned fun for us… kind of what the soul needs more of in our busy, fast-paced lives.
My Travel Notes
We flew into Dallas Fort Worth airport (straight flight from Detroit to Dallas) and rented a car… note: the car rental place is a bus ride and a distance away, so especially for your return flight – allow at least an hour travel time for this.
There is parking all over the place at the Silos and even a trolley service for lots farther away. We parked at the lot across from the Baptist Church, right next to the Silos, paying $10 – what a financial blessing Magnolia must be for this church!…wonderful!
We stayed at The Hotel Indigo – nice!! and only 3 blocks about from The Silos. We had one of the best meals there too at the Brazos Bar & Bistro (if you go, I recommend you get their stuffed chicken avocado platter, their cheese platter, and for your entree, the spinach stuffed chicken…all heavenly!) Even if you don’t stay there, it’s a great place to stop (very close to the Silos) for a nice dinner on your way home. Location: 211 Clay Ave | Waco, TX.
Other Fun “Fixer Upper/ Magnolia” Things to Do while in Waco
The Original “Magnolia Store”:
Visit the original “Magnolia” Store – Joanna’s original store she had years ago, before her Fixer Upper fame, and now is their “Magnolia Warehouse Shop” – open Thursdays-Saturdays from 10am to 5pm, where they offer their last chance items & slightly damaged products at a discount. Located at: 3801 Bosque Blvd | Waco, TX
Fixer Upper Houses:
Drive by some of the Fixer Upper houses from the Show…. we were able to catch these two beauties below and I knew the minute we drove by they were one of Chip & Joanna’s Fixer Upper homes.. you can just tell by their signature style:
Gorman House, Located: Corner of 20th Street & Gorman Avenue | Waco TXBeanstalk Bungalow, Located: Corner of 28th Street and Gorman Avenue | Waco, TX
Laverty’s Antiques:
Stop by Laverty’s – The Antique Shop Joanna hits up for many of her decorative pieces she uses to stage homes. When we dropped by, they were closed and it looks like they only re-open when they have enough merchandise to re-fill their showroom, but by the off chance they’re open, it would be fun to browse, or at least get a good photo op! Located at: 3520 600 North 18th Street | Waco, TX.
Laverty’s Antiques
Harp Design Co:
Shop at Harp Design Co. – Clint Harp and his wife Kelly’s handmade wood furniture and home furnishings shop…if you watch Fixer Upper, you’ll know Clint as the craftsman who made some of Joanna’s beautiful furniture pieces she used in her Fixer Upper homes. Clint and Kelly also have a spin-off show of their own called Wood Work, just in it’s first season on the DIY Network. Location of Harp Design Co.: 808 N 15th Street | Waco TX
Harp Design Co.
Spice Village Collection of Shops:
And if you desire to do more shopping while in Waco, I suggest you visit the boutiques at Spice Village – This is a major hub for boutique shopping with over 60 boutiques under one roof. You’ll find home decor, clothing, accessories, gifts, stationary…anything gift and boutique-esk (is that a word?), they have it! There’s also some nice restaurants near there as well. Location: 213 Mary Ave | Waco, TX
Spice Village | Waco TX
And that’s my wrap-up of my 40th birthday trip to Magnolia in Waco, Texas! What a fun trip! The designer, mom, and entrepreneur in me left Magnolia feeling so inspired and I can’t wait to visit again! If you love this leisurely type of getaway, and are a Fixer Upper or Chip and Joanna Gaines fan like myself, I would definitely recommend going for a destination trip. And even if you’ve never watched the show but are anywhere near the Waco, TX area for travel, make sure to take a little time to stop by the Magnolia Silos or eat at the Magnolia Diner; you won’t regret you did!
Jaime Lyn Life by Design Magnolia Silos
Jaime Lyn Life by Design “Magnolia Giveaway!”
Before you go…. I’m offering a super fun GIVEAWAY on my “Jaime Lyn Life by Design” Facebook Page! I’m giving away: 1 Magnolia “Greenhouse Candle”, 1 Magnolia Silos Tote Bag, 2 Magnolia Table Coffee Mugs, and a 1 Year Subscription to Joanna Gaines’ “The Magnolia Journal” magazine (4 quarterly issues!)
To Enter: Like and Follow my Facebook PAGE, and Share my Giveaway Post (pinned at the top of my Facebook page.) For Bonus Entries, Tag a Friend (1 bonus entry for each friend you tag) and for another BONUS entry, sign up for my Newsletter right here at jaimelynlife.com! I’ll announce a WINNER once I have 1000 Facebook Followers!
Jaime Lyn Life by Design Magnolia Giveaway
I hope you enjoyed this Magnolia Post – share away, if you did! I look forward to sharing much more interior design, lifestyle, and travel inspiration with you here at Jaime Lyn Life by Design! Lots more to come! Thank you so much for reading! & to SHOP more FarmHouse styles I love, Click here!
Hi and welcome to Jaime Lyn Life by Design, my new Design and Lifestyle Blog! This weekend I’m turning 40 (ahhh…how did that happen already?!) and thought what better way to celebrate than to finally launch this Blog that I’ve been working on creating the last several months. I am really excited to start sharing helpful & creative interior design and lifestyle ideas, trends, tips, products, and more with you! I’ll be sharing projects I’ve worked on (some of which are currently on the market), design looks I love, and tips I’ve learned along the way to better design and manage home & life. I truly hope you will gain fresh, new ideas to use in your home! You can stay in touch with me here at Jaime Lyn Life by Design by signing up for Email updates, and following me on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest for even more design and lifestyle inspiration.
My family and our home in the country
A little more about me…
I live in Michigan and am married to my high school sweetheart and business partner husband, Mike, and have four children, a son and three daughters who are between the ages of 14 and 5. Along with being a busy wife & mom, I am an entrepreneur and own and manage various businesses. I have a degree in Interior Design and Business and have worked in both commercial and residential design, but in most recent years, I’ve focused my design trade on property development and real estate projects of our own (design/build, remodel, and investment properties.) I also own a specialty business with my daughters called Kai Kai Brai, creating our own brand of Tell Me Anything Shared Journals and other gifts, and encourage my son with his own business, Country Crops Farmers Market. My family life and work life is a mix of perfect chaos that just works for us, even as crazy as it can be some (most) days! I’ll be sharing more about myself along the way, but really aim to share a lot of design & lifestyle inspiration here with all of you, creating… life by design!
&…fun news this weekend…!
This weekend as I celebrate my birthday and launch my Blog, I’m spending time in the coolest, most fitting place! My hubby and kiddos surprised me with a 40th birthday trip to Waco, Texas and I’m so excited to scope out every inch of Magnolia!…I’ll share WAY more of this trip in a future post, but you can get some behind the scenes right now on my Facebook and Instagram!..so follow along with me, to see!
My Kiddos
Here’s a little sneak peak of what is to come on Jaime Lyn Life by Design…Master Bedroom Makeover…
Jaime Lyn Life by Design – Master Bedroom Makeover
Thank you for visiting me at Jaime Lyn Life by Design. I hope you will continue to follow along and find new ideas & inspiration for your home & life, along the way!
