I'm sharing the core entertaining essentials that have proven to make hosting that much more seamless for me. I hope they do the same for you!| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
Cookbook club has become a staple in my life over the years. Today I'm breaking down how you can set up a cookbook club of your own.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
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It's official: We're moving. I'm writing a goodbye to our home and am sharing the step-by-step design process of how we made this house feel like our own.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
Today I'm sharing all the details behind our recent kitchen remodel—why we wanted to make a change, how the remodel went, and our final reveal of the space.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
Four of the best books on creativity. These authors remind me why creativity matters and help me return to my creative practice with ease. The post 4 Books I Love That Inspire My Creative Practice appeared first on Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived.|
Today I'm sharing the three rules I swear by to keep our kitchen organization system in place day after day.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
A love letter to the places I lived that led to the life I've built today. I hope it inspires you to reminisce on your past homes too.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
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I'm sharing our complete Prince Edward Island itinerary—what we did, what we loved, and what we’d recommend if you’re planning a PEI trip.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
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Wit & Delight is in a season of change—and I am too. Today I'm sharing what's happening and what you can expect next.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
These are some of my favorite Wit & Delight planners, journals, and notepads available right now, including a few new designs!| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
Today I'm sharing the first photos of our white-painted stairs and what's next for our basement design project.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
Today I’m shedding some light on three of the specific ways interior design consulting can help with any home design project.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
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I'm sharing the thrift shopping tips I swear by to navigate the world of thrifting and antiquing with more ease and intention. The post 7 Thrift and Antique Shopping Tips to Help You Find Items You Love appeared first on Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived.|
I’m sharing 7 of the best short books (around 200 pages or less) worth reading this summer—or any time of year. The post 7 Short, Meaningful Books to Read This Summer appeared first on Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived.|
Discover Sézane's "French Core" essentials—timeless, versatile pieces that elevate your wardrobe with classic French style. Explore iconic jackets, skirts, trousers, and more to effortlessly transition from season to season. The post Back to Basics: Build Your “Classic French Style” Wardrobe With Sézane appeared first on Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived.|
I'm writing about the power of a quiet home life—making room for emptiness, enjoying simple pleasures, and delighting in quiet moments.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
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We're sharing 20 meaningful care package ideas that will bring a little lightness and joy to the lives of the people you love most.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
Therapy has changed my life for the better in more ways than I can count, and today I'm sharing the top 10 lessons I've learned throughout the process.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
It was a clear, warm night last summer when I took a long walk around my neighborhood and opened up to a friend about my mental health of late. She gave me an entire laundry list of Things I Have to Be Grateful For; she tried to fix me. But the thing is, trying to fix people rarely works.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
Adult friendships offer a kind of freedom and support that our romantic or work partnerships can’t. This is how I keep my friendships strong.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
I’m sharing 5 summer outfits that have felt the most like me lately—a comfy mix of long dresses, oversized button-downs, and matching sets.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
Our 2025 Father's Day gift guide includes sunglasses for the active dad, a portable speaker, the best chili crisp we've tried, and more.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
There are plenty more reasons to love living in a closed-concept home than there are to dislike it. Here are four of the reasons I love our closed-concept layout. The post Closed-Concept Home Design: 4 Reasons I Love the Layout of Our 1950s House appeared first on Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived.|
An interview with Berit Ahlgren, the founder of Sunna, a boutique wellness space in Minneapolis with classes for mind and body.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
From cocktails to beer to wine, these are the best nonalcoholic drinks that are easy to enjoy any night of the week. The post My 8 Favorite Nonalcoholic Drinks to Enjoy Any Night of the Week appeared first on Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived.|
Our 2025 Mother’s Day gift guide, including a luxe silk sleep mask, an amazing body oil, the sweetest charm bracelet, and more.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
Here are 7 of my favorite places to buy rugs, with a wide array of price points and styles to choose from!| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
Learn how to incorporate and be brave with color and pattern in any space in your home with a few tips and ideas from Kate Arends. The post How to Be Brave With Color and Pattern in Your Home appeared first on Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived.|
My favorite skincare products and treatments that hydrate, treat mild rosacea, soften fine lines, reduce puffiness, and improve skin texture. The post My Current Skincare Routine: 21 Products, Devices, and Treatments I’m Loving appeared first on Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived.|
I’m sharing the interior design elements my favorite rooms have in common: color, pattern, texture, something old, and something that grounds the space.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
Packed with 10 easy recipes, this winter weekend menu is delicious, well-balanced, and lets nothing go to waste. The post Winter Weekend Menu: 10 Easy, Comforting Recipes to Make With Friends appeared first on Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived.|
As a person with ADHD, I'm sharing my daily work routine and the productivity tools I swear by to get things done.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
How my relationship with alcohol has changed over time, why I quit drinking, the benefits of not drinking, and what the future looks like. The post How My Relationship With Alcohol Has Changed and Why I Quit Drinking appeared first on Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived.|
I'm breaking down my 2024, month by month, and sharing the lessons and moments that shaped me along the way.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
Habit tracking has the power to change your life. Here's exactly how you can incorporate this practice into your daily routine. The post How to Track Your Habits and Improve Your Life appeared first on Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived.|
I’m sharing my personal 2024 holiday wish list, including 14 delightful items that would fill a gap in my closet, home, or daily routines. The post My 2024 Holiday Wish List: 14 Delightful Items I Can’t Stop Thinking About appeared first on Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived.|
How to host a dessert party that's casual and memorable. This easy entertaining idea is perfect for the holidays—or any time or year. The post How to Host an Afternoon Dessert Party That’s Casual and Memorable appeared first on Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived.|
My holiday gift guide 2024 is here! Shop gifts under $50, gifts for the home, and gifts for guys, kids, girlfriends, and parents/in-laws. The post Holiday Gift Guide 2024: 51 Gift Ideas for Every Person in Your Life appeared first on Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived.|
Thoughtful gift-giving ideas for any occasion—from holidays to birthdays and every little celebration in between. The post 5 Simple Ways to Be a Really Good Gift Giver appeared first on Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived.|
I'm sharing 7 of the best books I've read in 2024. These are the books that stayed on my mind long after the last page. The post 7 of the Best Books I’ve Read and Loved This Year appeared first on Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived.|
I’m sharing the 22 best products in my daily routine right now and why they’ve become a key part of my life. The post 22 Products I Love That Have Improved My Daily Routine appeared first on Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived.|
I'm sharing the best neutral paint colors I’ve used in our homes, why I've been drawn to them, and what I think they bring to a room. The post 4 of My Favorite Neutral Paint Colors I’ve Used in Our Homes appeared first on Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived.|
I'm writing about why slowing down matters so much to me and 7 ideas for how to slow down in a busy season of life. The post How to Slow Down: 7 Ways I’m Slowing Down in a Busy Season of Life appeared first on Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived.|
To get a head start on the autumn season, we're sharing 10 ways to enjoy a crisp fall day, no pumpkin spice latte required. The post The Ultimate Fall To-Do List (No Apple Picking or Pumpkin Spice Lattes Necessary) appeared first on Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived.|
Upgrade your fall wardrobe with these must-have pieces for a capsule wardrobe. Discover how boots, plaid patterns, and statement jackets can transform your autumn style. The post 3 Simple Ways to Make Your Fall Wardrobe Feel Fresh appeared first on Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived.|
The minute September hits, we can't wait to start making soup. In today's post, we're serving up 8 soup recipes that are comforting and delicious. The post 8 Easy Fall Soup Recipes That Are Comforting and Delicious appeared first on Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived.|
I'm sharing my Dr. Dennis Gross LED mask review, including how I use the device and how effective it really is. The post My Review of the Dr. Dennis Gross LED Mask That Smooths Fine Lines and Clears Skin appeared first on Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived.|
Our recipes, grocery list, and hosting timeline make it easy to host a casual dinner party that's beautiful, delicious, and memorable.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
I’m sharing five of my favorite colorful design books and why I think they’d make a great addition to your collection.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
My San Francisco packing list focuses on layers and a unified color palette. Here's what I packed and 5 outfits I wore.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
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I’m sharing my backyard garden plans for 2024, what I’ve done so far, and a few emotional benefits this hobby offers.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
Elevate your summer wardrobe with a few stylish essentials and new silhouettes perfect for warm weather.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
I'm sharing my core wellness habits, why I prioritize them, how I got them to stick, and why flexibility is a key part of the equation.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
I'm sharing the foundational elements of my current daily routine that help me prioritize what matters most to me.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
I’m sharing some reflections on the past year, my goals for 2024, and what you can expect from me going forward.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
I’m sharing my thoughts on turning 40 next month and the lessons that are the foundation of what I’ve learned in the past 40 years.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
I’m sharing my tips and tricks for hosting a dinner party, whether you’re a seasoned host or simply testing the waters.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
I'm outlining exactly what's happening next for Wit & Delight and where you can continue to connect with me going forward.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
I'm breaking down my 2023, month by month, and sharing the lessons and moments that shaped me along the way.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
A lifestyle blog created and curated by Kate Arends. Wit and Delight is a home for those of us looking to design a life well-lived.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
I'm excited to introduce my first interior design project outside of my own home: Nine Pines.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
