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May Must Haves: Outdoor Living & Daily Essentials
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items May is all about transitioning to warmer days. This month’s curated list focuses on DIY backyard projects, trail-ready gear for the pup, and the 'everyday luxuries' making my daily routine a bit brighter. Save this board to your profile to see next m...
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The Daily Edit
The Backyard Oasis
Trail Ready
Al Fresco
The Daily Edit
Between work meetings and weekend projects, these are the small 'lifestyle wins' making my May a bit brighter.
We are officially in iced coffee season. Making a big batch on Sunday nights saves so much time (and money) during the work week.
Cold Brew Coffee Maker Pitcher - 1.4L/48oz Glass Carafe with Lid and Spout and Removable Stainless Steel Filter by Classic Cuisine
t’s too warm for the heavy knits now, but I still want a layer for the AC. This linen blend is breathable and adds a nice "airy" texture to the sofa.
Organic Airy Gauze Blanket in Terracotta
The Backyard Oasis
Focusing on the transition to outdoor living and DIY projects.
I’m leaning heavily into the terra cotta look this month. It’s classic, breathable for plants, and gives the patio a warm, Mediterranean feel that looks better as it ages.
Wayfair.com - Online Home Store for Furniture, Decor, Outdoors & More
May is the perfect time to scatter these. I’m looking for low-maintenance, drought-resistant options that support local pollinators without needing a constant sprinkler.
15,000 Wildflower Seeds Bulk Mix, Native Pollinator Garden Blend (Non-GMO)
These are a total game-changer for evening hangouts. They charge all day and turn the backyard into a cozy retreat the second the sun goes down.
DAYBETTER 100ft Solar Outdoor String Lights, with 24 Shatterproof Bulbs, ST38 Waterproof Hanging Lights, Outdoor Solar Lights for Yard, Patio - Walmart.com
Trail Ready
May is our 'sweet spot' for hiking before the true North Carolina summer heat kicks in. Wesley (my high-energy cattle dog mix) and I hit the local trails every weekend, and these are the pieces that have survived the miles.
This lives clipped to my backpack. It’s lightweight, doesn’t rattle, and is a total lifesaver for keeping my dog hydrated during those longer Saturday morning hikes.
BONZA Collapsible Silicone Dog Bowl, Periwinkle, X-Large, 1 count
I’ve officially swapped my heavy backpack for a streamlined waist pack for shorter local trails. It fits my phone, keys, and a few treats perfectly without the back sweat.
Bataan Del Dia Fanny Pack
I keep this in my car. The stick format makes it so easy to reapply to my face and hands while I’m out without getting my palms all greasy before I start a trek.
Cetaphil Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50, Face & Body - 0.5 fl oz: Paraben-Free, Hypoallergenic, Contains Vitamin E, Titanium Dioxide
This pack is my go-to for longer hikes. I love that the bags detach so I can use just the harness for shorter walks.
MOUNTAINSMITH K-9 Dog Pack, Caribe Blue, Medium - Chewy.com
Al Fresco
This is the setup I’m envisioning for those long May evenings on the patio. It’s all about mixing natural textures with warm, golden tones.
I’m currently leaning into a "botanical escape" theme for the dining room to match the native garden project outside. These plates feel like a happy medium between vintage discovery and modern hosting—the wildflower illustrations are stunning and the...
Spring Botanical Stoneware Plate
I found these Parisian-inspired beaded glasses and they are the perfect partner for the botanical plates. The amber color casts such a beautiful, warm glow on the table-it feels like permanent golden hour, even on a cloudy day.
Fortessa Jupiter Iced Beverage Glass, Set of 6, 13 oz.
These are miles ahead of standard string lights. The copper wire is almost invisible during the day, but at night, the "teardrop" LEDs look like fireflies hovering over the table.
Stargazer Twinkling Copper Curtain
Since we’re eating outside more, I wanted something that looks like high-end stoneware but is actually shatterproof. These have a subtle "wabi-sabi" uneven edge that feels very artisanal and stays true to the organic theme of the native garden.
Sandia Melamine Dinnerware Collection