You have probably noticed that we got into lavender this summer. Obviously we are on team pink here at Lily & Val, but a little lavender is a nice fresh change. Decorating with any color is a delicate balance. When you are using these…
Mother’s Day is a great time to treat mom by taking her out for dinner or for a little pampering. I have found over the years that I prefer to have my mom come to my home to celebrate Mother’s Day! This gives a…
What is better than gathering friends together for a pretty luncheon or dinner party?! In honor of National Letter Writing Month we wanted to share a few DIY party ideas inspired by the timeless art of letter writing. Ask anyone who has come to…
The Fourth of July is nearly upon us – I don’t know about you, but I am already craving a grilled hamburger and some egg salad! As my tummy rumbled, thoughts of how the table might look (and not just the food part!) began…
April takes the stage! We’re refreshing, reviving and recycling – join in the fun by grabbing our April To-Do List free download for inspiration! In addition to our monthly desktop background, we have this free download for you as well. Print out the list,…
Welcome to: how to make your own candle, the simplest way possible! Honestly, it doesn’t take a professional to do this DIY – and most noteworthy, it’s one of those fun, satisfying crafts that (pun alert!) melts away the stress. So grab your favorite…
I’ve found myself doing a lot of baking these days since I started blogging for Lily & Val, which means making a lot more mess in the kitchen than usual. So I figured it was about time that I crafted this DIY No-Sew Apron…
I’m always up for new office decor, especially when it involves some DIY. On my daily Pinterest scrolls, I’ve been seeing a lot of cool DIYs involving cork and cork boards- so I thought it was time to try it myself! This DIY cork…
I’m a big fan of creating experiences that make the simple things feel special. It’s one of our core values at Lily & Val – treasuring the simple things in life. For me, coffee has become a simple ritual that can truly make my…
Let’s get cozy, everyone! We’ve been advocates for hygge this year and we can’t think of a better way to achieve that big sigh of contentment than to read a book about coziness while being cozy yourself. So grab a fluffy blanket – or…
