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Wicked 4 You: A Pink and Green Wicked 4th Birthday Party
4 Inspiring Spring Ideas: Porches, Painted Pots, Book Crafts & Sourdough Waffles
Shop My Closet: Inspired by Cindy Hattersley’s Tiered Skirt Outfit
Outdoor Spring Dining Tablescape with Green Napkins and Woven Placemats

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!

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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
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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/

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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

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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!
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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

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Loving this spring-to-summer look from Coldwater Creek! The Artful Daisey Ankle Jeans are comfy and flattering with the perfect midweight stretch. Paired with the Love the Fit Tee in garden green—such a fresh pop of color!

My Minnetonka Georgine Sandals are summer must-haves (so comfy!), and the Ziggy II Crossbody Bag is cute and holds all the essentials. Topped it all off with the vibrant Bountiful Borders Scarf—so versatile and fun!

Shop the full look on my LTK while everything is 20% off!

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Spring dresses are my go-to this season! They’re

Spring dresses are my go-to this season! They’re flowy, flattering, and oh-so-easy to style—just add a denim jacket, sneakers or sandals, and a cute straw hat for that effortless spring look. I love how packable they are for travel too… no fuss, just toss on a long necklace and you’re ready to go!

My 5 favorite dresses! Easy breezy to wear and will go seamlessly right into summer! #wearadress #dresses #fowydresses #LTKVideo

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Perfect for us fabulous 50+ gals who want to feel comfy and chic.

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Welcome back to this week’s Karins Kottage Linky

Welcome back to this week’s Karins Kottage Linky Party! Spring is in the air, and this week’s features are full of creative Easter decor inspiration. Charming home decor, and just really clever DIY ideas to help you celebrate the season with style and creativity.

@24hourfamilyblog @calypsointhecountry @masterpiecesofmylife @creativelybeth

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