I think we forget that we have options for art display—even when we’ve run out of wall space. If you’re looking for a creative, and perhaps more flexible way to show off your art, try an easel! These options for both small and large art pieces from Ballard are incredibly chic—be prepared to tell everyone where you got them. 

I love a summer vegetable dish, but I think we’re a bit oversaturated on zucchini breads at the moment. This baked dish celebrates all the best of summer produce in one convenient, family-focused recipe that’s ideal for those moments when you have a ton of produce to use up and no idea what to do with it. Try this for a weeknight option and delight in your leftovers for lunch the next day.

Yes, my mind is already wandering toward fall fashion, and when the clothes are this good can you blame me? I’m obsessed with this sweater and its cloudlike, midweight knit luxury, but also this neckline is really standing out to me for fall. I can’t wait to discover more iterations of this beauty! 

If you’re looking for a sweet accent on essentially any surface in your home, I love a delicate bud vase. These blue and white chinoiserie-style bud vases are one of my greatest Amazon finds to date. If you saw them in person, you would never believe they were so affordable. They look as good as some of my much more expensive antique chinoiserie pieces, at a fraction of the price. You can use them to display a flower or sprig...

If your children are experiencing separation anxiety around going to school, playdates, daycare, etc., The Kissing Hand is the absolute sweetest, most comforting children's book. It's been on Coco's must-read list every night before bed for the past several weeks and now, anytime she goes somewhere without me, we make “kissing hands” to take with us. I think it’s helping us both equally, actually. 

I often receive inquiries both online and IRL on Coco’s collection of hair bows. She refuses to leave her room in the morning without her "ponytail and bow" and given my affinity for headbands, this apple hasn’t fallen far from the tree. I almost always choose Coco’s bows from this colorful set or this set of white bows, and I secure her ponytails and pigtails with these elastics. I find that they’re perfect because they never break, and work expertly...

If you’re someone who craves new, smarter habits but has difficulty actually, you know, forming them, check out The Kindness Method. This book by Shahroo Izadi helps you strengthen your willpower, sustain your motivation and make lasting change in your life but by way of a little more self-love and kindness than we’re used to. And best of all, it works.

It’s one of those things you never think you’ll need until it’s time to feed a toddler cherries and you realize how tedious it is to remove cherry pits with a knife. I initially bought this one which works like a dream, but recently my friend Makeda sent me this style that seems far more efficient for pitting a batch of cherries for pies or salads. Either way, we’re eating more cherries around here and I’m happy about it.

Not every glass of wine has to be followed by a full bottle. Sometimes you just want a glass or two on a patio at sunset with a good Spotify mix on in the background, you know? Bev creates delicious canned wines that have a slight fizz and zero sugar, so no need to worry about next-day grogginess. I ordered some on a whim a few months ago and am now absolutely HOOKED. I would also suggest this can cooler...

It’s almost impossible to find just one darling Neely & Chloe product to purchase, but this tote, in particular, had me in full swoon. Aside from having the most darling floral print exterior, the inside is coated to make it extremely easy to wipe clean (parents of the world give thanks) and you can personalize it to make it a thoughtful and adorable gift. 

I don’t need to tell you what Spanx has done for shapewear (and human comfort). From their beloved faux leather leggings to any number of wonderproducts carefully concealed under our outfits, it’s a brand we can’t live without at this point. Consider this a friendly reminder that you can always get 10% off at Spanx (plus free shipping) with code MARYOSPANX. I recently purchased this bodysuit because their collection of bodysuits are unbeatable, but if you haven’t tried Spanx’s workout...

When it comes to tackling our skin concerns, sometimes, we need something stronger than the ingredients available over-the-counter. However, this means making an appointment with the dermatologist, waiting in waiting rooms, driving to pharmacies, etc. It's no wonder this item has languished for months on my to-do list. Enter Apostrophe, a personalized skincare service where you connect online with a dermatologist who will virtually assess your skincare concerns and medical history and will then write you a prescription for oral...