Our favorite Summer Essentials

Summer is in full swing and you all know how much we love to spend our summers outdoors, so I’ve put together a list of my favorite summer staples. If you’ve been following us for a while you know our summers are busy but memorable, whether we are camping at the rodeo, taking a dip in our local swimming hole, or entertaining at camp I love having all these essentials on hand and Food52 has been my go to for not only beautiful but practical summer essentials.



My Summer Essentials


 

The Rope Co. Braided Nautical Lobster Rope Doormat

These mats have stood the test of time, from busy girls in boots and all the animal foot traffic, these mats are beyond durable, weather resistant, these lobster rope mats are not just an essential, they are a necessity.

 

Classic Enamel Collection

My go to for every cook out and BBQ, the enamel collection is both vintage inspired and durable. The plates, the trays, the platters, you need it all!

 

Blue & White Stripe Picnic Basket

What is cuter then this picnic basket, this basket makes you want to spread a blanket under a tree and listen to a creek on a cool summer day. I love this for all the memories it brings back of my family picnics and grandma’s baskets.





 

Picnic Time Portable Folding Backpack Director's Chair

This folding chair make camping feel luxurious, they are easy to load up in our trailer and you can strap them to your back for a pick up and go style. Oh and it has a folding tray, so when you have a plate of food, your cell phone, your glass of wine, there is space for it all.

 

The Lantern Rechargeable Lamp

Looking to update your next outdoor gathering, add in these lanterns, Lighting sets the mood for an instant update and upgrade to any table scape. These lanterns are rechargeable, wheather resistant and even the kiddo can turn them on, no need to look for matches and worry about your teal lights going out, these lanterns are practical and beautiful.

 

Steele Canvas Waterproof Beach Tote Bag

This tote bag holds everything including the kitchen sink :). But seriously, it is waterproof and tear-resistant, it’s made of sturdy nylon so even if you spill something inside, it’ll wipe right up. I love grabbing this for long days at the dusty rodeo and afternoons at the creek.

 

Portable Outdoor Teak Wood Table

What every well traveled person needs, a convenient table set up. Bonus this wood table has wine glass holders, cheers!

 

Gingham Linen Pot Holders

One of my favorite things to gift both essential and darling, a set of gingham pot holders. Plus who doesn’t love a gingham print in their kitchen, it’s perfectly vintage and practical.

 

Handcrafted Flower Gathering Basket

Whether you are gathering herbs from your garden or stacking up the dishes from your outdoor dinner this basket is multi functional. I love mine as a catch all on the kitchen island.

 

Staub Ceramic Rectangular Baking Dishes

This ceramic cookware is staple on the ranch and this set comes in three colors. I love using this for our summer stone fruit cobblers, and my favorite vegetable au gratin.

 

Classic Enamel Dinnerware

I love our enamelware, it is such a clean and classic staple for any kitchen, I love it for our daily casual dinning, or dressing it up with linens and place mats for entertaining guest.

 

Sabre Bistrot Vintage Finish Flatware

What every kitchen needs, flateware that is not only durable, colorful, and a style that is both classic and has a soft vintage finish. This flateware brings so much charm and character to your table setting

 
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