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    Summer Simplicity Home Tour

    by Jennifer Fancher 36 Comments Published: 6/17/22 Updated: 6/17/22 This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Today, I am excited to join 30 other bloggers sharing their summer inspiration. This is my Summer Simplicity Home Tour.

    In the busyness of summer fun, I crave a calming vibe in my home.

    Here's how I cut back on my home decor to create Summer Simplicity in my home.

    sunroom with woven wood shades and natural wood furniture

    Today, I am so excited to be participating in the Blogger's Best Summer Home Tour 2022 hosted by my sweet friend Kelly from the Tattered Pew.

    She always brings such amazing and talented bloggers together and it's a joy to see all the inspiration everyone shares.

    If you are here from Lora Bloomquist's blog, then welcome to Noting Grace. I am a fellow vintage decor lover. And her cabin style decor made me want to escape to a cabin for a quick vacay!

    Table of Contents

    • Summer Simplicity Home Tour
      • Shop My Living Room
      • Shop My Kitchen
      • Shop My Sunroom
      • Bloggers' Best Summer Home Tours
    • DIYs and Tutorials in this Post

    Summer Simplicity Home Tour

    (Some affiliate links are provided below. Full disclosure here.)

    sunroom with white furniture black windows and woven wood shades surrounded by greenery

    My oldest is home from his first year at college and it's already been a fun whirlwind having everyone under one roof again.

    Since I am finding we are busy and on the go spending time together, when I come home, I want to be welcomed with calm.

    living room styled for summer with whites, wood grains and grays

    So I have pared back on my decor to invoke a come sit down and rest a while feeling.

    Recently, I found some wonderful items at Walmart and gave my living room a quick update for not a lot of money.

    living room styled for summer with whites, wood grains and grays
    living room styled for summer with whites, wood grains and grays

    This old trunk came from my father-in-law and I just love how low profile it is.

    Plus, he built a frame with wheels so it's super easy to move!

    living room styled for summer with whites, wood grains and grays

    Woods and Whites are on the scene in this room with small hints of gray.

    I decided to keep my mantel decorated with just a few, neutral items.

    living room styled for summer with whites, wood grains and grays
    living room styled for summer with whites, wood grains and grays

    I just shared how we rearranged our furniture to create a keeping room.

    Since this room is adjacent to our kitchen, this has helped make this room flow all the more.

    Tufted chair with white pillow and basket side table holding a bowl of flowers
    long view of an eat in kitchen with a simple place setting in front of a bay window

    Shop My Living Room

    long view of an eat in kitchen with a simple place setting in front of a bay window

    Keeping with Summer simplicity in my home tour, my kitchen is pretty low-key.

    Clear counters (except when the boys pile my sink with dishes!), plain tablescape and open space are key.

    simple summer table setting with woven mats white plates and napkins with a vintage crock filled with tulips
    simple summer table setting with woven mats white plates and napkins with a vintage crock filled with tulips

    I've had these woven hyacinth placemats for the past few years and they still are my favorite.

    It adds texture without being too busy.

    simple summer table setting with woven mats white plates and napkins with a vintage crock filled with tulips

    And keeping things simple, I opted to leave silverware off the tablesetting.

    Again - the goal is calm summer simplicity.

    simple summer table setting with woven mats white plates and napkins with a vintage crock filled with tulips

    This old pottery pitcher is a vintage find of mine.

    I filled it with faux tulips and love how it adds some whimsy to the space.

    simple summer table setting with woven mats white plates and napkins with a vintage crock filled with tulips

    Shop My Kitchen

    wood framed screening with a wreath hanging over a small wall shelf
    simple summer table setting with woven mats white plates and napkins with a vintage crock filled with tulips

    My favorite room is right next to our Living Room and Kitchen.

    Come and sit a spell in my sunroom.

    vintage hall tree in a white sunroom with black windows with woven wood shades
    sunroom with white furniture black windows and woven wood shades surrounded by greenery

    This room is filled with lots of woods, whites and greenery.

    Some are real, but most are faux.

    sunroom with white furniture black windows and woven wood shades surrounded by greenery
    White brick walls with unfinished wood furniture behind a white slipcovered couch with better homes and gardens trellis pillows

    This old dresser is an old DIY project from years ago, but it's still one of my favorite pieces.

    Even with the missing drawer!

    sunroom with woven wood shades and natural wood furniture
    romabio masonry flat white brick wall with textured pottery and old books on a natural dresser

    The two smaller vases are my latest crafts I've completed using baking soda and acrylic paint.

    I love the textured look the vases add to the space.

    White Painted Ceramics on a unfinished dresser with old books
    sunroom with woven wood shades and natural wood furniture

    On the other side of the room is where I start my day.

    I'm working on being more intentional with my time, creating a slow start before the craziness of the day takes over.

    light and bright sunroom with woven wood shades and a tufted armchair
    light and bright sunroom with woven wood shades and a tufted armchair

    The sun streams in late in the afternoon which makes the sunroom rather warm.

    But I still love to steal a moment or two in this room posting to instagram, taking a phone call, or simply resetting my mind between tasks.

    romabio masonry flat white brick wall with armchair and tobacco basket and greenery

    Shop My Sunroom

    sunroom with woven wood shades and natural wood furniture

    So that wraps up my Summer Simplicity Home Tour.

    I hope this inspired you and encouraged you to hopefully find a moment of calm if you have a busy summer like we do!

    If you are looking for tutorials of my DIYs in this post, just scroll to the bottom where I've linked them all.

    Next on the blog hop is Lynne from My Family Thyme. You will love her easy tips to add touches of summer to your home.

    Bloggers' Best Summer Home Tours

    This week I am joining some of my blogging friends for the Bloggers' Best Summer Home Tours. Thirty talented and creative women will be opening their homes up for you to tour all week long. You can visit each summer home tour by clicking the links below.

    Monday's Tours

    The Tattered Pew / Cottage On Bunker Hill / She Gave It A Go

    Cottage In The Mitten / Stonegable / My Wee Abode

    Tuesday's Tours

    Thistle Key Lane / Midwest Life & Style / White Lilac Farmhouse

    My Thrift Store Addiction / Willow Bloom Home Blog / Dabbling and Decorating

    Wednesday's Tours

    Bricks 'n Blooms /Amy Sadler Designs / Peacock Ridge Farm

    White Arrows Home / Pasha Is Home / The Ponds Farmhouse

    Thursday's Tours

    Simply2Moms / Country Peony / Southern Home and Hospitality

    Shiplap and Shells / Eleanor Rose Home / Cloches and Lavender

    Friday's Tours

    Le Cultivateur / Lora Bloomquist Create & Ponder / Noting Grace

    My Family Thyme / Vintage and Grace Living / County Road 407

    DIYs and Tutorials in this Post

    • My 5 Walmart Finds and How I Styled Them
    • How to Lime Slurry a Brick Fireplace
    • Living Room Refresh - Creating a Keeping Room
    • Timeless Farmhouse Kitchen Renovation on a Budget
    • Summer Sunroom Refresh
    • The Easy Way to Make New Corbels Look Old
    • Quick Coffee Table Makeover
    • Painted Trunk Side Table
    • A DIY Unfinished Natural Wood Dresser
    • DIY Textured Painted Ceramics
    • My $35 Flip: An Easy Reupholstered Chair and Ottoman
    • A Chunky Knit Pillow Cover Anyone Can Make

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    Welcome Home Saturday with My Thrift Store Addiction »

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    1. Jennifer Fancher

      June 22, 2022 at 10:30 am

      Thank you Rachel! I have been working really hard at paring down my decor. When life is filled with overwhelm and there's busyness everywhere you look, I find it hard to relax. So I'm glad to hear that the intention still looks pretty! Thanks for taking the time to leave such kind words!

    2. Jennifer Fancher

      June 22, 2022 at 10:28 am

      Love doing these blog hops with you, Kim! Thanks for taking the time to comment!

    3. Jennifer Fancher

      June 22, 2022 at 10:28 am

      Thanks Jen! I hope you enjoy your summer, friend!

    4. Jennifer Fancher

      June 22, 2022 at 10:17 am

      Thanks so much, Tammy!

    5. Jennifer Fancher

      June 22, 2022 at 10:17 am

      Thank you so much, Cindy! I love the mixture of wood and greenery!

    6. Jennifer Fancher

      June 22, 2022 at 10:05 am

      Thank you Rachel!! Enjoy your summer!

    7. Jennifer Fancher

      June 22, 2022 at 10:04 am

      Thanks Kristin! This is where I start my day in His word, so I love having my bibles there to reference. They each are different versions and really deepen the understanding of the scripture. Thanks for commenting, sweet friend!

    8. Jennifer Fancher

      June 22, 2022 at 10:03 am

      Thank you Jennifer! It's a slow work in progress finding my style in this home. I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

    9. Jennifer Fancher

      June 22, 2022 at 10:00 am

      I love that old trunk! My FIL said it was a 'loan' but I'm going to enjoy it for as long as I can! I do have a post for the shades. Here's the link for ya!:

      Farmhouse Woven Shades with Updated Trim

    10. Jennifer Fancher

      June 22, 2022 at 9:59 am

      Thank you Cecilia! We always love having you join us for WHS!

    11. Jennifer Fancher

      June 22, 2022 at 9:58 am

      Thank you Renae! Loved seeing your beautiful cottage!

    12. Jennifer Fancher

      June 22, 2022 at 9:56 am

      Thank you, Kim! Love touring with you, too!

    13. Jennifer Fancher

      June 22, 2022 at 9:55 am

      Thank you, Brendt! You always have the kindest and encouraging things to say!

    14. Jennifer Fancher

      June 22, 2022 at 9:55 am

      Thank you for putting together such and amazing group of gals! Have a great summer, sweet friend!

    15. Jennifer Fancher

      June 22, 2022 at 9:53 am

      Thanks Lora! I bet we could have fun hunting for vintage goodies for our homes! Have a great summer!

    16. Jennifer Fancher

      June 22, 2022 at 9:52 am

      Thanks so much Lynne! Your sweet words made me smile! Happy summer to you!

    17. Jennifer Fancher

      June 22, 2022 at 9:48 am

      Smoke and mirrors, my friend! I don't do well with a cluttered house, so that's a personal thing I try to tackle everyday. But clean...just don't look too closely! LOL

      Thanks for your kinds words! And yes - I'm in that chair at least once a day!

    18. Jennifer Fancher

      June 22, 2022 at 9:43 am

      Thanks Julie! That bowl is filled with faux florals. I got them many many moons ago when we lived in Vegas. I'll try to find a link to something similar! 😉

    19. Rachel

      June 21, 2022 at 6:06 pm

      You have such a beautiful home!!! I LOVE how simple you have made it. The sunroom is stunning and I adore that dresser! All of the mirrors in your home are amazing as well. I'm all about simple this summer too and your home is the epitome of that.

    20. Kristin | White Arrows Home

      June 20, 2022 at 8:21 pm

      I love your decor! Your sunroom corner would be a favorite spot for me and I love the way you displayed your ironstone and stack of bibles!

    21. Julie Briones

      June 20, 2022 at 3:37 pm

      Looks like you and I both loved the pretty green lantern from the Target dollar spot! 🙂 Your home is lovely, as always, Jenn... and I'm all for more simple and calm this season, as well. It just seems to 'fit' better with the new My Wee Abode, too! Is the bowl of flowers and greens faux or real? Would love a link!

    22. Renae

      June 19, 2022 at 9:54 am

      Your home is so beautiful and restful. Perfect for a relaxing summer. It was so much fun hopping with you this week. Hugs and blessings to you.

    23. Michelle | Thistle Key Lane

      June 18, 2022 at 2:22 pm

      Jen, your summer tour is so lovely, and I'm throughly enjoying every room. The old trunk on casters is such a treasure, and I love the vintage jug on your dining table. BTW I'm thinking about adding bamboo shades in two bedrooms and would love a good source if you have one.

    24. Cecilia

      June 18, 2022 at 12:07 pm

      Hi Jen, your summer tour is simple yet elegant! I love the greenery and natural textures you implemented. It's been a pleasure to join you this week on the tours and today for Welcome Home Saturday! Blessings, Cecilia @My Thrift Store Addiction

    25. Brendt Blanks

      June 18, 2022 at 11:23 am

      Jen,
      Everything looks absolutely BEAUTIFUL! Thank you for sharing such lovely inspiration -pinned!
      xoxo,
      Brendt

    26. Kim

      June 18, 2022 at 9:30 am

      Your home looks so beautiful! I especially love your gallery wall. It's always so good to have everyone back home. Enjoy your time together! Happy summer and so nice hopping with you this week!

    27. Jennifer Howard

      June 18, 2022 at 5:34 am

      Jen, I love your style! The dining nook is my favorite part,..just so pretty!!

    28. Kim | Shiplap and Shells

      June 18, 2022 at 1:35 am

      I always love touring your home, Jen. You have such a beautiful style. I love that comfy space in the corner with all the windows. I would sit there all day! Everything looks perfect for summer.

    29. Kelly Radcliff

      June 17, 2022 at 11:27 pm

      Jen I am totally feeling your simple vibe! Your home seems cozy,calm and welcoming. So well done! Thank you for joining me this week so am so grateful! Pinning and happy summer!

    30. Lynne Zemaitis

      June 17, 2022 at 2:07 pm

      Jen, it is always a treat to visit your beautiful home! I love your simple, yet elegant style. You have definitely created tranquil, relaxing spaces with your use of woods, whites, and greenery. I love it! Pinned! Happy Summer, my friend!

    31. Tammy

      June 17, 2022 at 12:58 pm

      Your home is lovely. It's so inviting and cozy where you just want to curl up on the couch with a good book.

    32. Cindy

      June 17, 2022 at 12:28 pm

      You summer home is beautiful and relaxing. You have many pretty wooden frames around wreaths, love that!

      I also like your coffee table and the pices in your sunroom!

      Pinned!

    33. Jen

      June 17, 2022 at 12:27 pm

      Your home tour is so pretty, Jen. Sometimes less is more and you have nailed the simple and calming vibes. Happy to be touring with you this week. Pinned!

    34. [email protected]

      June 17, 2022 at 12:06 pm

      I love all the white, woods, greenery and the summer freshness of your beautiful home! Everything looks so perfect and clean! How do you do it with a house full of boys? You must have trained them well. When I saw the chunky chair in the sunroom, I was like - that's my spot. I bet it's so fun scrolling IG plopped in there. Enjoyed hopping with you again. Happy summer!

    35. Lora Bloomquist

      June 17, 2022 at 12:03 pm

      I love how your sunroom is open to your kitchen; the light streams in so beautifully! Your vintage finds are so pretty set against the simple white; I could live with that look very easily...but then I would have to part with all my fun stuff;) Thanks for the lovely tour, Jen and enjoy those boys at home!

    36. Rachel Harper

      June 17, 2022 at 7:23 am

      Jen,
      I loved all the greenery mixed with whites and neutrals. So much inspiration on this tour. Great job.

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