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Journey Jots #41

By Rachel

published 08/04/2024

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Welcome to Journey Jots #41!

In this weekly recap, I’ll share some of my most recent posts, news from life and blog, favorite seasonal decor finds, and an assemblage of encouraging content from other creators. Settle in and join me for Journey Jots #41!

Journey Jots #41

Hello, guys! Welcome to another Jots and a brand new week!

Table of Contents

Can you believe it’s already August?! That’s crazy. How has your summer been? I’d love to know what you’ve been up to in the comments!

Life Lately

My Tilly girl has been having a rough go at it the past few weeks. She has really awful food and seasonal allergies as well as acid reflux and all of them have been acting up as of late. It usually always happens this time of the season. She’s had this since puppyhood and doesn’t know anything different. Yet, I’m still never ready for it when it all flares up…it’s so heartbreaking and makes me so sad. But, thankfully, we have a really amazing vet that has supported us through it all.

So, prayers sent for Tilly to start feeling herself again soon would be so appreciated!

It’s been SO HOT here the past two weeks with temps nearing 100 degrees! Thankfully, as I checked the weather this morning, there is an end in sight soon!

We braved the heat a few days ago and took a shorter bike ride to a neat lake. The shade on the shore was a welcome respite!

Finally, last weekend, we met some of our best friends for dinner. We sat on the patio of an amazing restaurant overlooking Lake Minnetonka, one of the largest lakes in the state! We ate and chatted for over two hours and it was just good for the soul, you know?!

Weekly Shopping Finds- Unique Early Fall Decor

These faux hydrangeas are the perfect colors to transition your home!
This SUPER unique hanging driftwood decor is so amazing for adding texture and warmth to any space.
This set of taper candles is lovely for the early fall season!
I do love a good piece of wall art and this jute wall hanging is so pretty!
I’m really into ‘weedy’ looking stems this season and this dried reed bunch is stunning.
An arrangement already done for you with this potted fall leaf vase!
How adorable are these mushroom ornaments?! Perfect for hanging on a wreath or garland!
Door mats, anyone?! I’ve got four amazing picks. Floral, mushrooms, woodland fox, and coir foliage.

On the Blog-Journey Jots #41

Last week, I wrote a brand new post all about how to be a collector without the clutter. I’m pretty proud of this one and hope it’s helpful for you!

If you are copper lover like me, this post all about decorating with vintage copper has tons of styling tips as well as the best ways to go about finding it.

And, if you are one of those people who loves to get a jump start on fall decorating, this post on fall decorating on a budget has all my best tips and tricks for spending less this season!

Coming Up on The Antiqued Journey

This week I’ll be sharing a brand new DIY on how to repurpose some materials to make wall pocket vases. I’m SO happy with how these turned out! Then, in a few weeks, come back for a new thrifting post that I’m sharing with some other bloggers.

Lots of super fun content coming your way. Be sure you are subscribed to my e-mail so you are the first to know about new posts and merchandise updates!

The Antiqued Journey Shop

In case you haven’t heard the news yet, I WROTE AN E-BOOK! My very first e-book, ‘An Introduction to: Antique and Vintage Home Decor’, was released early last week and I couldn’t be more excited about it. It’s been two years in the making!

The e-book is a 32 page, downloadable PDF file that you will receive in your email upon purchase. In it, you will find tips for sourcing, pricing, and styling decor from milk glass to copper to linens. I do hope you check it out!

Also, as a reminder, there is new TAJ merch in the shop section of my website. You will find super cute t-shirts, mugs, and even an iPhone case designed by yours truly.

Each purchase means the world to me and helps me to continue writing weekly content. Thank you for supporting my small business!

Inspiring Content from Around the Web

Debra has the CUTEST French country rooster theme to share for late summer decor!
This chocolate espresso zucchini bread looks SO YUMMY!
Wendy’s lemon-themed summer tablescape makes me want to throw a party ‘just because’!

Closing Tidbits for Journey Jots #41

Thank you so much for being here and joining me for journey jots #41! I love sharing a little bit of my daily life with you.

Have a lovely week ahead!

Mindful Living Tip of the Week: No matter what, it’s all going to be okay 🙂

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