This year may be my most unexpected and exciting One Room Challenge yet…because all of you will get to visit the finished product in person AND enjoy it! So let’s jump right into it- for the One Room Challenge 2024, (drumroll, please) I will be making over the mercantile space of the Amsden completely- not just the decor, but the entire concept! Follow along with the other participants of the One Room Challenge here! This is something I have been thinking on for a while as I’ve wanted to revamp the space for a couple years and do an entirely new and fresh concept- something completely unique ..read more

Join us for our spring children's story hours at the Amsden! Emily will read one of her favorite children's books and then we'll do a corresponding activity or craft together after! Free and open to the public but books and activities will be geared toward preschool age! We will start back up Wednesday, March 26th. Story hour begins at 10AM at the Amsden (151 South Main in Versailles, KY). Spring Book Schedule: March 26th 10AM- Peter Rabbit  April 23rd 10AM- The Very Hungry Caterpillar May 14th 10AM- Madeline Can’t wait to see you there! xoxo, Emily ..read more

Easter is coming early this year — so it’s already time to start nailing down your outfits! I’ve rounded up my favorites for any budget and linked them down below! As a boy mom, you know that I have all the cute clothes for the little fellas, but I simply cannot resist looking at girl clothes, too!! I’ve also included some of my favorite dresses for women, too! You can shop all my favorites by clicking on the photos below! Also, be sure to check out my Spring Recipe Roundup (which includes some great Easter cheese/grazing boards perfect for any Easter gathering!) by clicking, here! xoxo Emily ..read more

One way to add the perfect touch of spring to any space that can last all season is faux floral arrangements! I’ve put together four different arrangements using my new favorite faux stems and linked all the products I used for each below! You can shop for all the items by clicking on the product photos - and keep scrolling to see more photos of each! Are you decorating your home this Spring? I sure am, and I love it! Check out my recent Easter Vintage Playroom by clicking here! xoxo Emily shop faux peony and branch arrangement shop faux leaf branch arrangement shop faux HYDRANGEA a ..read more

You know I love an excuse to create a festive meal or treat, and spring is no exception. Each season brings new flavors and ingredients to whip up delicious recipes. When I think of spring, I think of sweetness, fresh ingredients, and light and tasty meals to enjoy, I’ve rounded up some of my absolute favorite bites and meals that are great to enjoy all season long. These recipes would be perfect for Easter celebrations, or any gathering your host this spring! I hope you enjoy! Xoxo Emily breakfast and brunch baked french toast with raspberry compote butter spinach and feta quiche fruit + yog ..read more

I’ve put together three Easter Floral Arrangements that you can put together with items you can pick up during your weekly grocery trip! Each is simple and affordable but will make such a statement on any Easter table or around your home. These also would make great hosting gifts if you plan to attend any Easter events this season! You can find all the details below, like the shopping lists + instructions for each one! Be sure to comment and let me know which one is your favorite! xoxo Emily easter egg floral arrangement: Shopping List -medium spring plant -large wide jar or vase that is cle ..read more

I admittedly RARELY go this all out for my child’s lunch, but it is fun to every once in awhile! There are lots of fun ways to arrange food you probably already have in your house to create a Spring lunchbox or picnic for your little one (or yourself, no judgment!) This is also a great way to make healthy snacks more fun for picky eaters! You can find all the ingredients and instructions below! Be sure to check out my other favorite Spring recipes by clicking here! xoxo Emily Ingredients This is super flexible! Don’t feel like you have to go out and buy everything listed below, you can defin ..read more

Your little ones will LOVE this easy, festive, delicious Easter Bunny Snack Mix, and you will, too! With only about a handful of ingredients, you can quickly create this snack for any Easter event or just for you to snack on at home! You can find all the ingredients and instructions below! To see more of my favorite Easter snacks and Spring recipes, click here! xoxo Emily Ingredients + Instructions To make this snack mix, pour all the ingredients below into an extra-large bowl and then mix up! You can adjust the amounts of each to your liking! Unless noted below, I usually use an entire bag ..read more

Vintage and antique artwork has always been my favorite way to adorn the walls, shelves, and nooks of my home. The character, charm, and beauty of these pieces just cannot be found elsewhere and I love that these styles are becoming even more popular lately in the home decor world. Now I can share all my favorite pieces with you conveniently and easily through digital downloads in the Gathered Living Print Shop! Quickly and easily purchase your favorite pieces, download instantly, and print beautiful new artwork for your home in a flash! xoxo Emily equestrian Horse Vintage Sketch $4.99 Add T ..read more

Every holiday deserves an extra large grazing board - and Easter is no exception! While I created this board for a “Hoppy 1st Birthday” party for my friend’s little boy - it would be perfect for any Easter gathering! I love how beautiful this board turned out; it was the perfect mix for snacking with lots of veggies! I also added extra fun touches with Easter candies like the Peeps and milk-chocolate carrots. You can find all the ingredients and instructions listed below! Also, check out my Giant Spring Grazing Board by clicking here! Ingredients Peeps Marshmallows Strawberries Colby Ja ..read more