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Shop My Closet: Inspired by Cindy Hattersley’s Tiered Skirt Outfit
Outdoor Spring Dining Tablescape with Green Napkins and Woven Placemats
Spring Style Crafts and Bakes linky party
Easter Treats and Crafts Linky Party

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

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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!
#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

AD: Coldwater Creek Outfit Check – 20% Off Right

AD: Coldwater Creek Outfit Check – 20% Off Right Now!

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!

#ColdwaterCreekStyle #Coldwatercreek

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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.

#over50style #springfashion #easyoutfits #ltkfashion #springdresses #denimjacketstyle #travelstyle #karinskottage

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

# linkyparty #karinskottage #easterideas #springisintheair #springlinkyparty

Do you ever see an outfit online or on Pinterest a

Do you ever see an outfit online or on Pinterest and think… that’s a cute look. I might be able to match this look with what I already own!

Sometimes we just need a little inspiration to look at our clothes in a new way.

I am sharing how I put this together on the blog.

Karinskottage.com pop over and get the details!

#pinterestfashionideas #pinterestinspo #shopyourcloset #midsizefashion #midsizefashionblogger #fashionover50style

A springtime dinner outdoors on the patio. I pull

A springtime dinner outdoors on the patio.
I pulled out one of my favorite coastal themed tablecloths. A sea themed beauty in blue and white with pops of red coral.

See all the details on my blog.

#nauticaltheme #seathemedtablescape #nauticaltabledecor #karinskottage

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