Karins Kottage

Entertaining * Decorating * Fashion * Travel

  • Contact Us
    • Let’s Collaborate
  • Decorating
    • Tour
      • Coastal Guest Room
      • Dining Room
      • Family Room
      • Front Porch Ideas
      • Kitchen Nook
      • Mud Room Built Ins
      • Shop My Home
    • Crafting
    • DIY
    • Furniture redo
    • Chalk Painting/Painting
    • Organizing
    • Shop My Home
    • Sewing
    • Wall treatments
    • Window treatments
  • Entertaining
    • Baby Showers
    • Birthday Parties
    • Bridal Showers
    • Graduation parties
    • Holidays
      • Christmas
      • Easter
      • 4th of July
      • Halloween
      • Parties
        • Super Bowl Party
        • weddings
      • Thanksgiving
      • Valentines
    • Outdoor Entertaining
    • Tablescapes
  • Fashion
  • Recipes
    • Breads
    • Desserts
    • Main dishes
    • Pasta
    • Recipes
    • Salads
    • Side Dishes
    • Soups
  • Travel
    • Cancun in March
    • Traveling through Italy
    • My Travels to Hong Kong
    • Italy
    • Rogers Gardens- Newport Beach California
Home » 4 Inspiring Spring Ideas: Porches, Painted Pots, Book Crafts & Sourdough Waffles

in Karins Kottage Linky Party

4 Inspiring Spring Ideas: Porches, Painted Pots, Book Crafts & Sourdough Waffles

Hello Friends! Better Late Than Never! I have 4 inspiring spring ideas for you today!

Life got a little busy this week (as it tends to do!), so I’m popping in a bit later than usual with this week’s Karins Kottage Weekly Linky Party. Thank you for your patience—I promise it was worth the wait!

I’ve rounded 4 inspiring spring ideas from some very talented bloggers that will spark your creativity this spring—from decorating your front porch to whipping up a new breakfast favorite.

4 Inspiring Spring Ideas

🌸 From Drab to Fab: Front Porch Refresh

Sonata Home Design shares her genius tips for transforming a plain porch into a charming and welcoming entryway. Her post is full of simple, budget-friendly ideas that will have you running outside to fluff your own front step!
👉 Check out her porch makeover here

4 Inspiring Spring Ideas

📚 Book Page Envelopes – A Creative Vintage Craft

If you love vintage touches and DIY projects, you’ll adore what Lisa from Fresh Vintage has created. These book page envelopes are easy to make, totally charming, and perfect for sending notes or using in your journaling.
👉 See how she made them here

4 Inspiring Spring Ideas

🌿 Painted and Stenciled French Flower Pots

Donna from An Organized Season walks you through how to create French-inspired flower pots using simple paint and stencil techniques. This is such a lovely way to dress up your outdoor (or indoor!) spaces with a bit of European flair.
👉 DIY flower pot tutorial here

4 Inspiring Spring Ideas

🍫 Chocolate Chip Sourdough Waffles – A Must Try!

The Loulou Girls are tempting us again with a fun and unique recipe—chocolate chip sourdough waffles! If you’re a fan of sourdough and chocolate (who isn’t?), this is a breakfast winner you need to try.
👉 Get the recipe here


🌿 Karins Kottage Happenings

Outdoor Spring Tablescape with Fresh Branches

I set a simple, pretty outdoor table this week using just spring branches from my yard for a centerpiece and paired them with my go-to woven placemats and nautical napkin rings for a fresh look.
👉 See the full spring tablescape here

Closet Shopping: Cindy Hattersley Inspired Outfit

I’m always so inspired by Cindy Hattersley’s fashion posts, and this week I did my own version of her tiered skirt and denim jacket look. I shopped my closet and got pretty close with a few fun tweaks!
👉 See how I recreated Cindy’s outfit here


✨ Now It’s Your Turn!

I hope you enjoyed this weeks linky party where I shared 4 inspiring spring ideas that will help you with ideas for your home. I’d love for you to share what you’ve been creating, wearing, cooking, or decorating lately! Link up below and be sure to visit a few others—linky parties are all about community and sharing encouragement.

Thanks for being here and for making this weekly gathering so fun!

Warmly,
Karin 💕

You are invited to the Inlinkz link party!

Click here to enter

10 Comments

Stay connected to the Kottage

don't miss a thing
☞  SIGN UP TO receive THE LATEST news and updates from Karins Kottage ☜
You’ve successfully signed up! Check your email for details.
Previous Post: « Shop My Closet: Inspired by Cindy Hattersley’s Tiered Skirt Outfit
Next Post: Wicked 4 You: A Pink and Green Wicked 4th Birthday Party »

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Julie Briones says

    May 1, 2025 at 1:54 pm

    Just a little late this week! But, glad I made it! Hope you are doing well!

    Reply
  2. Donna says

    May 1, 2025 at 10:00 am

    Hello Karin! Hope you’re having a fabulous Spring! Thanks so much for hosting your fun party and for sharing my stenciled flower pots! I appreciate it so much! Have a lovely week!

    Reply
  3. Melynda Brown says

    May 1, 2025 at 7:53 am

    Karin, thanks for a great visit, again! Melynda @scratchmadefood!

    Reply
  4. Debbie-Dabble says

    April 30, 2025 at 5:49 pm

    Karin,
    My Link Ups for today’s party are # 18, 19 and 20!!!!
    Thanks so much for hosting this charming party!!! I truly do appreciate it as I do know the time involved with it….I hope you and your family are well and enjoying your week!
    Hugs,
    Deb
    Debbie-Dabble Blog

    Reply
  5. Cindy says

    April 30, 2025 at 12:13 pm

    Thanks for hosting! I’m #15. I hope you love my crispy French toast recipe. It’s delicious! I hope you are doing well.

    Reply
    • Karins Kottage says

      April 30, 2025 at 1:18 pm

      Thank you Cindy for linking up and sharing. I love crispy French toast so I will be checking out your recipe.

      Hugs, Karin

      Reply
  6. Esme Slabbert says

    April 30, 2025 at 9:47 am

    Good morning, and thank you for the party, Karin. Wishing you a great day and week.
    My entries this week # 4+5
    Hope to see you also share with https://esmesalon.com/tag/seniorsalonpitstop/

    Reply
    • Karins Kottage says

      April 30, 2025 at 1:19 pm

      Thank you Esme for linking up today. I will check out your posts.

      Hugs,
      Karin

      Reply
  7. Kim Lewis says

    April 30, 2025 at 9:14 am

    THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE FEATURE!

    Reply
    • Karins Kottage says

      April 30, 2025 at 1:29 pm

      Hi Kim! So happy to share your waffle recipe! They sound amazing! Thanks for linking up!

      Karin

      Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Primary Sidebar

Search This Blog

Welcome to Karin’s Kottage!

Summer porch

Hi I am Karin! Welcome to my Kottage. I share all things about life here at the Kottage. Cooking, DIY, Crafts and Travel! Learn more about me and my Kottage by clicking on the photo.

Shop My House

Shop My House
  • Contact Us
  • Decorating
  • Entertaining
  • Fashion
  • Recipes
  • Travel

Footer

Looking For Something

Let’s Get Social

  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • RSS
  • Twitter
  • YouTube

RSS RSS feed

  • Easy & Charming Red, White & Blue Tablescape
  • Fresh Spring Salad Recipes & Farmers Market Inspiration – Weekly Linky Party
  • Does This Dress Look Like a Nightgown? Styling a Blue and White Striped Shirt Dress 5 Ways!
  • How to Make a Beautiful Spring Cake with Buttercream Flowers
Happy heavenly Mother’s Day to my mom! How we al Happy heavenly Mother’s Day to my mom! How we all loved her! I miss her funny sense of humor, her fierce love of others, her cooking and desires to always please everyone. Mom had strength beyond my comprehension she was always gardening… moving heavy pots, digging in hard soil and creating an oasis everywhere she lived. Her love of all things French was something to admired. Everyone who ever walked into her home could immediately feel loved and cared for. Mom worked tirelessly in her chocolate company right up until just a few months before she died. Her sacrifices for us were uncountable. I love my mom and all she was and did and especially her faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. Here’s to all the moms past present and future and to all the sacrifices, teachings and loving us even when we drive them crazy. 

Loving and missing my mom! ❤️
This under $30 striped shirt dress had me wonderin This under $30 striped shirt dress had me wondering if I was headed out or off to bed—as it looks like a night gown at first but with a little styling magic, it’s now one of my most versatile summer pieces!

Shop the look:
	•	Blue & white striped shirt dress
	•	Long necklace
	•	White New Balance sneakers
	•	Straw tote bag
	•	Denim jacket

Great for travel, market days, or even as a beach cover-up!

#ltktravelstyle #ltkover50 #LTKsummerstyle #karinskottage #summerdress #spring dress 

Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/5d9fL #ltkmidsize #ltkfindsunder50 #ltktravel
Travel for 15 days with only carryon luggage. My t Travel for 15 days with only carryon luggage. My two tone backpack is from Italy a few years ago but I found one similar in my LTK shop for you. 

My travel outfit tip- wear your denim jacket and raincoat to leave room in luggage. Loving this lightweight raincoat that is lined. It also fits great in my backpack.

White sneakers with leopard detail and super comfy and go with everything! 

@coldwater scarf in a beautiful watercolor print is perfect to dress up or down an outfit. 

#midsizeover50 #classicfashion 
#styleatanyage #raincoat #traveltipsandtricks #fashionover50 #travelfashion 

Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/5cXXt #ltkmidsize #ltkover40 #ltktravel
Better late than never, friends! This week’s Lin Better late than never, friends! This week’s Linky Party is full of Spring DIY and Decor Ideas you’ll love! 💐

🌿 A porch makeover you can actually do
📚 The cutest vintage book page envelopes
🎨 French flower pots made easy
🍫 Chocolate chip sourdough waffles (yes, please!)

@loulougirls @sonatahomedesign @freshvintagebylisas @anorganizedseason 

PLUS I’m sharing a new spring tablescape using branches from my yard 🌿 and how I recreated a Cindy Hattersley outfit by shopping my own closet 👗

Tap the link in bio to explore it all and don’t forget to share your latest creations too!

#springdecor #diydecorideas #linkypary #karinskottage #springtablescape #fashionover50 #springcrafts
Adirondack chairs with cup holders and foot stools Adirondack chairs with cup holders and foot stools from Amazon! Add a couple of cute pillows and the backyard is ready.

Perfect for summer evenings! Made for all weather and come in lots of different colors too!

Wooden base with Hammock is a must for your backyard. It is my happy place 😁

#summerliving #adirondackchairs 
#patiofurniture #backyardliving #lazysummernights 

Comment CHAIRS below to receive a DM with the link to shop this post on my LTK 

⬇ https://liketk.it/5cpw7 #ltkseasonal #ltkhomestyle
Thank you @goodhousekeeping for sharing my No-bake Thank you @goodhousekeeping for sharing my No-bake Diploma cookie idea for graduation parties. They really look like mini diplomas and are such a fun way to have a special treat without having to bake! 

https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/life/g5159/graduation-party-ideas/

#graduationtreats #graduationcookie #nobakegraduationcookies #diploma #diplomacookies
Black & White, but Make It Spring! Keeping it chic Black & White, but Make It Spring!
Keeping it chic and easy with some favorite Amazon finds perfect for sunshine days ahead:
	•	A striped button-down maxi dress you’ll live in—wear it out or toss it over a swimsuit
	•	White New Balance sneakers with a dash of animal print
	•	Classic black sandals (because they go with everything!)
	•	Striped tee + white linen flowy pants = effortless spring uniform
	•	Straw hat + sunnies for that vacay vibe
	•	And a little sparkle: silver bangles, pendant necklace & earrings to top it off

Which one are you adding to your cart first?
#AmazonFinds #SpringStyle #AmazonFashionFinds #BlackAndWhiteStyle #KarinsKottageStyle #Over50Fashion #SpringOutfitInspo

Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to shop this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/5bVYQ #ltkstyletip #ltkmidsize
This week’s Spring Style Crafts and Bakes Linky This week’s Spring Style Crafts and Bakes Linky Party—your weekly dose of spring ideas and inspiration to spark creativity, refresh your space, and celebrate the season of renewal! Fashion tips on how to change your bossy shape vidually , A gardening journey, how to make a succulent birdhouse and a fabulous raspberry pistachio cake recipe! 

Today on the blog I’m highlighting these 4 bloggers 

@thriftingwonderland @_esmesalon @styleyourselfconfident @stephcreatesdiyhomeandcrafts 

https://karinskottage.com/2025/04/spring-style-crafts-and-bakes-linky-party.html
Another fun take on one of my favorite over 50 fas Another fun take on one of my favorite over 50 fashion bloggers @cindyhattersley 

I saw her outfit and shopped my closet to put together a similar look. I added a pop of red with my red flats. 

Tommy Hilfiger blue dress with denim jacket perfect spring look! 
#bluedress #jeanjacket #denimjacketwithdress 

Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to shop this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/5bomb #ltkover40 #ltkmidsize #ltkstyletip
Welcome to this week’s Karins Kottage Linky Part Welcome to this week’s Karins Kottage Linky Party where we’re celebrating Easter treats and crafts linky party you’ll absolutely love. From colorful spring desserts to cute DIY baskets, I’ve rounded up four amazing bloggers who are making this season sweeter than ever. 

@cincyshopper @lois_walkingonsunshinerecipes @annsentitledlifeblog @hunnyimhomediy 

#eastertreats #pasteleasterdecor #dollarstoreeasterdiy #easterdesserts
Follow on Instagram

Copyright © 2025 · Market theme by Restored 316