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AFTER

BEFORE

For me, home is about creating a cozy inviting space where people will want to gather and spend time. Our home's color palette is a lot of natural, earth tones with shades of blue. Since we've only been here a year, I'm continuing to slowly furnish each room-being super thoughtful about what I bring into our home. I want gorgeous pieces but also ones that function well for our family. Each season, I love to layer in new decor pieces to bring fresh energy and personality to the space. Right now, World Market's fall collection is all about tons of texture. From crushed velvet to cane to fluted wood, the new collection is full of pieces that are on trend, global inspired and versatile. Many of the pieces are great for small spaces and feature multipurpose use! Scroll down for some of my favorites and then head to my instagram for more!

The Leanna Loveseat features impressive channel tufting along the back and sides. The rust velvet like fabric adds warmth to any space. This would be great in a living or sitting room for unwinding with a book.

This Cecile Bookshelf can be used as a bookcase, console table or buffet. The curved ends with the open weave rattan cane give it an upscale boho look.

World Market's fall collection is all about multipurpose pieces. This Acrylic Waterfall Desk can be used as a desk for a home office or even a space for children to do their homework. Place it in the entry way and it's a spectacular console table. Use it as a bar or a place to display your wines with a few accessories.

The Megan Swivel Chair comes in ivory or gray fabric-which are both great neutrals for styling with throw pillows. Super versatile, you can use it in a dining, living room or as an accent chair in a bedroom.

I love incorporating poufs into a space for extra seating or for kicking up your feet at the end of the day. These basketweave velvet poufs are playful in style but feature an elevated sage green and they don't take up too much space.

This Round Gold Hammered Coffee Table is an exclusive piece from World Market. Crafted in India, this round table infuses rich texture and has functional storage for blankets, extra pillows or a hiding space for my children's toys.

Scroll down to check out more pieces from the new fall collection including some behind the scenes from our fall small spaces shoot!

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This hack will change the way you eat jarred pasta sauce forever! I’ve always been a huge fan of vodka sauce and creamy sauces but I rarely make them at home cause they take time and I’ve yet to find a jarred sauce that tastes remotely close to true pink sauce. So usually I just get pink sauce pasta when I go out for dinner…until I discovered this amazing hack from transforming any jarred pasta into a luscious dairy free creamy sauce with that perfect balance of a red + white sauce= pink sauce!

HERE’S THE HACK:

Blend 1 cup of cashews with a 1/4 cup water in a high powered blender until smooth and then add to your sauce. I used this amazing arrabbiata sauce I picked up from @WorldMarket. It's spicy and flavorful and from their Southern Italy gourmet foods collection. Next, make some homemade pasta with just a few ingredients and boil for 3-4 minutes. You can find my homemade pasta recipe here. If you don't feel like making homemade pasta World Market has an incredible selection of gourmet foods including authentic Italian dry pastas! Once your pasta is done, toss it in your sauce, finish with some lemon zest (a secret ingredient that will also change your life), shaved parmesan cheese and fresh basil and it tastes like the most delicious pink pasta sauce dish ever! You can do this with any jarred sauce and it completely elevates all of the flavors!!! It's like a dairy free pink sauce. It is so good and is the easiest way to serve a really nice meal to unexpected guests in a pinch! You can find the full recipe here and then scroll down for more photos of this delicious arrabbiata pink sauce pasta!!! Don’t forget to head to my instagram for more easy and delicious recipes!

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This is the easiest tiramisu recipe ever! Transport yourself to Italy with espresso soaked lady fingers covered in whipped cream and mascarpone with shaved chocolate and cocoa. This dessert literally melts in your mouth and is so flavorful and delicious . I found these Italian lady fingers from World Market along with the cocoa, chocolate and Italian espresso. World Market has always been my go to shop for gourmet foods. They have everything from sauces to snacks to specialty treats and I get so much inspiration every time I go there.

Next you'll need to grab heavy cream and mascarpone. Some tiramisu recipes add a liquor or Brandy but I feel like it can take away from the flavor of the espresso so I skipped it. Go here for this easy recipe and head to my instagram @BrandiMilloy to watch a video of me making it. This dessert is such a crowd pleaser! It gets better the longer you keep it in the fridge and anytime I serve, there isn't even a morsel left! What's your favorite entertaining dessert? Let me know below.

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I was shook to discover that one of my best friends, Michael had never had a s’mores before so obviously when they came to visit me last month I knew an epic s’mores night was in order! World Market has everything you need for hosting a DIY s’mores bar complete with the most adorable Yakitori grill for toasting the marshmallows, gourmet chocolates and if we’re enjoying chocolate, we might as well have some wine pairings to go with it! Right? I used my favorite tiered cake stand to display different cookies, chocolates and marshmallows. I added a few wire skewers and the s’mores bar was ready! I love coming up with different flavor s’mores combinations so head to my post here where I share the ones you need to try right now but I also think it’s super fun to encourage your guests to come up with their own flavor combos! You never know what you’ll discover. I mean, have you ever slathered a Tim Tam in Biscoff spread and then topped it with a nearly burnt roasted marshmallow followed by a piece of toffee chocolate and Milka Choco biscuit on top?! This, my friend is glorious and how you discover the s’mores of your wildest dreams! Scroll down for some s’mores night inspo and my wine pairings ideas for the best s’mores combos. And when you host a s’mores get together for friends, be sure to tag me on instagram @BrandiMilloy so I can see!!!

S’mores Combos & Wine Pairings

• Milka Choco Biscuits + Toffee and Sea Salt Milk Chocolate + roasted marshmallow PLUS 19 Crimes Calie Rose

• Tate's Butter Crunch Cookie + Chocolove Almonds and Sea Salt Dark Chocolate Bar + roasted marshmallow PLUS DAOU Cabernet

• Peanut Butter Cup + Graham Cracker + roasted marshmallow PLUS J.Lohr Cabernet

• Tim Tam Original Chocolate Cookies + Divine Mint 70% Dark Chocolate Bar + roasted marshmallow PLUS Justin Cabernet

• Milk Chocolate Confetti Candy Bar + Rich Tea Biscuits + roasted marshmallow PLUS Porch Swing Sweet Red

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I live for a good s’mores! To me it’s not just one of those treats that can only be enjoyed once a year when you’re camping or during some special holiday-it is a treat to be enjoyed year round in my opinion. Heck, I’ve roasted a marshmallow in the oven too many times to count just cause I needed that ooey gooey roasted marshmallow flavor and wasn’t going to be fireside anytime soon. What I’ve learned over the years of my s’mores making is that there isn’t one right way to enjoy a s’more. Sure, the classic is absolutely the OG and should be honored as such but with so many different cookie and cracker combinations, gourmet chocolates and even flavored marshmallows available, I decided to come up with the ones that are truly worth trying for yourself. Anytime I need speciality or gourmet foods I head straight to World Market. They have the best range of treats and foods I can never find anywhere else! One of my favorite things is to scour the food and wine aisles looking at all the global flavors and snacks. It’s the best! Let me know what your favorite s’mores is and scroll down for my must try combinations!

S'mores Combinations You Need To Try Right Now

Milka Choco Biscuits + Toffee and Sea Salt Milk Chocolate + roasted marshmallow

This one is double the chocolate, really! I love these Milka biscuits because they feature a delicious butter cookie and milk chocolate. Add the bits of toffee and roasted marshmallow and you are in for a killer combo!

Tate's Butter Crunch Cookie + Chocolove Almonds and Sea Salt Dark Chocolate Bar + roasted marshmallow

If you’ve never had Tate’s before you better run to World Market and grab them. They are buttery and crispy and will even make someone like me that likes-half baked practically raw cookies-drool for some Tate’s! These pair nicely with chocolate’s loaded almond bar with sea salt and a roasted marshmallow of course.

Peanut Butter Cup + Graham Cracker + roasted marshmallow

If you’re a peanut butter lover then you’re going to go nuts over this combo featuring a peanut butter cup, classic graham cracker and roasted marshmallow.

Tim Tam Original Chocolate Cookies + Divine Mint 70% Dark Chocolate Bar + roasted marshmallow

I discovered Tim Tam’s years ago and I’m so glad I did! They’re an Australian cookie that is like nothing we have here in the US. Two biscuits smashed between chocolate cream filling and textures of more chocolate, I topped it with a square of mint chocolate and a roasted marshmallow to create the best mint chocolatey combo.

Milk Chocolate Confetti Candy Bar + Rich Tea Biscuits + roasted marshmallow

These British tea biscuits are the perfect vehicle for carrying a sprinkle filled chocolate bar! I like the simplicity of this one but there’s a ton of crunch and a little fun colorful flare!

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Making memories this summer can be as simple as playing backyard games, cranking your favorite music and having a little water time fun. Being a parent to two little ones helps remind me that sometimes it’s the easiest set ups and most basic things that make a lasting impression on my children’s hearts. It’s like the whole “give them a toy and they’ll play with the box it came in” mentality! A sprinkler, beach ball, rainbow beach towels, a game of paddle ball and some popsicles is the ticket to a magical afternoon in your own backyard. Check out this fun set up below featuring products from World Market plus my tips for backyard fun!

Tip 1 Backyard games like corn hole and paddle ball are classics that folks of all ages can enjoy! I love how this inflatable corn hole game is easy to travel with and take to the beach or park. And these paddle balls come in adorable unicorn and dinosaur styles.

TIP 2 Music is key for setting the mood! I love creating a fun playlist for each occasion with a mix of tunes from country to old school rock. This travel speaker is adorable for bringing on the go!

TIP 3 Creating a DIY popsicle bar is super easy and fun! Just fill a galvanized tub with ice and top with your favorite popsicles and ice cream treats.

TIP 4 Don’t stress about not having enough outdoor furniture. Use a few lounge chairs or beach towels for seating.

TIP 5 Adding a sprinkler or bubble machine creates just the right environment for hot weather fun! Place items apart from each other to create little stations or zones so several guests can enjoy at the same time.

Head to my instagram to see more ideas for how you can create a fun, magical backyard summer!

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With a toddler and baby at home I know exactly how easy it is for all of the toys to takeover. I'm happy to partner with @worldmarket to show you how creating a few designated zones and by putting similar toys together helps to bring structure and organization to your children's play area.

I created a cozy reading nook with this hunter green floor pillow and throw pillows on top. I love mixing different textures and patterns like velvet and cotton with the striped b & w pillow. Plus it compliments the rug we have it this area.

I used these small hyacinth baskets to store Milly & Sonny's blocks, play food and musical instruments. Aesthetically I love the way these look and they also fit perfectly on their shelves. This is a great way to rotate toys every other week. I have these baskets in my linen closet and pantry too. They are so versatile!

This canvas wall organizer is great for storing tiny books for little hands and loveys to hold during reading time. There are so many possibilities with all of the pockets! 

We love to read in our home so we have which means we have a ton of books- so I like displaying them a few different ways to breathe fresh life into them! This rattan letter holder is fantastic for featuring a few favorite books at a time. Especially if you are tight on space, a few of these would be phenomenal for creating a tiny library. I also chose to color coordinate our books. For visual thinkers, this can really be a great way to categorize! Also, if there's anything I've learned in parenting, it's less is more.

These large glass containers are amazing for tiny toys like matchbox cars, legos, dinos and cars. I love these so much-they are in my office closet for art supplies too.

I hope these tips help you get a handle on your play spaces in your home! Head to my instagram @BrandiMilloy to see the before a a behind the scenes video of how this came together. Plus make sure you're following me on Like to Know It for links to everything I used. And if you have a great organization hack I'd love to know it, share it with me below. 

There's something so satisfying about building a food board-whether it's charcuterie and cheese or desserts and candy. For Easter, I thought it would be fun to grab some of my favorite treats from @WorldMarket and build an epic Easter sweets board. It's festive and fun and something the entire family can enjoy leading up to Easter. World Market has so many adorable treats right now including classic Cadbury eggs, candy bunnies and peeps!

Here's how I built this board:

Start with a board or tray (I love the multi-functional use of this acrylic tray)
Add a few dishes to hold smaller treats
Start with your main dessert-(I used the edible grass and jelly bean eggs) and build around it.
Use cookies, candies and other treats to have variety
Have fun! There is no right way to do this!

Post your Easter candy boards on Instagram and tag me @BrandiMilloy

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One of my favorite things about the World Market Kids’ Collection is the versatility of the furniture. The Elliot Table, for example is multi-functional, super cute and features tons of storage. The table has four cubbies and the stools double as extra storage. Everything is easily stowed away. As a mom of two active kiddos I want furniture that looks good, lasts and makes it easy for all of us to transition from school to play to snack time.

When it comes to a place you can relax, read, cozy up and cuddle it’s all about this oversized bean bag and canopy. Milly & Sonny each have one of these in their room and it’s their favorite spot. Add a few throw pillows, a basket for books and loveys and find your children spending hours in their little canopy corner. If you’re looking to add a bookshelf or area to neatly display toys and boys the Elliot Book Shelf is chic and great for maximizing small spaces. I have one of these in my office because it looks so good. Using baskets to style the shelves is a great way to hide things you don’t want displayed. Scroll down for all of my favorite furniture pieces from the new World Market Kids’ Collection!

1. White Indian Cotton Gauze Canopy With Pom Poms

2. White And Natural Elliot Bookshelf

3. White And Natural Wood Elliot Kids Storage Table

4. Ivory Patterned Bean Bag Chair

5. Natural Rattan Doll Chair

6. White Elliot Kids Storage Stool

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I wanted this Maximus Egg Chair from @WorldMarket since last year! I wish I hadn't waited so long. This oversized hanging chair makes such a statement and is everything I imagined and more! This stunning piece is so cozy, substantial and the perfect haven for relaxation. The babes love it too. I'll find Milly eating her snacks in there or Sonny will climb up and read a book. It's our family's favorite spot!

I love how substantial it feels with the powder coated metal base and hanging stand-this was something that was really important to me since I don’t want to drill holes in my patio or anything. And the all-weather wicker means it will withstand so many natural elements. If you’ve never had furniture made with this material you know it’s amazing! I had a few chairs from World Market made with this and they still look new after years and years of use outside! I’d love to know if you end up getting this egg chair-I just know it will be the only chair you’ll ever need! Scroll down to see more pics and sources!

• All Weather Wicker Maximus Outdoor Hanging Egg Chair

• Turkish Blue Knit Indoor Outdoor Pouf

• Ceramic Sevilla Outdoor Planter

• Beige Handwoven Indoor Outdoor Rug

• Yellow Sunrise Reversible Indoor Outdoor Rio Floor Mat

• Sunshine State Of Mind Indoor Outdoor Throw Pillow

• Two Toned Geo Sol Indoor Outdoor Throw Pillow - Aqua

• Woven Tasseled Indoor Outdoor Lumbar Pillow - Ivory

• Sackcloth & Ashes Teal, Gray And Blue Arrow Throw Blanket