Hello Summer!

JUNE IN SEATTLE - three days of blue skies and sunshine, four days of gray skies and drizzle!  We know by the 5th of July the blue skies will win out and we will be packing away our warm socks and jackets for the season.  Bring on the picnics that everyone will be talking about next winter! { 1}  Set the scene with the Kate Spade trompe l'oeil picnic blanket that rolls up into it's own little pouch - $42.95.  Everything you need fits stylishly inside the {3} happy sailboats tote bag - $52.25.  {2} Keep your tote organized with the bright yellow zipper pouch that hooks inside the tote - $13.25.  Before you pack your meal spend a little time perusing {4} CAMPFIRE CUISINE for menu-planning inspiration - $16.25.  I just made the Chicken Skewers with Peanut Sauce and Black Bean Salad for my happy campers.  I love these recipes because they are truly gourmet-made-simple.  Just my style for even everyday cooking.  {7} MODERN PIONERING is packed with tips + recipes for your outdoorsy lifestyle - $24.00.  Feel the summer vibe when you carry your essentials around in this {5} anchor-embellished clutch bag - $32.95.  Drink markers/stir sticks that look just like colorful little oars give a a whimsical look to summer drinks.  Easy ways to ramp up the fun for outdoor entertaining!