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Decorating and Design | Summer

End of July (Home Ideas and Some Crazy Hot Weather!)

Happy weekend and welcome to the Saturday Spotlight where I share weekly inspiration!  Now that we’re approaching the end of July, I thought I’d share a few decorating ideas and recent happenings.  How is this summer flying by so fast?!! *For your convenience, please note that this post may contain affiliate links.  If you make a purchase…

Casual table setting on patio - backyard picnic ideas
Decorating and Design | Summer

Backyard Picnic Ideas for Casual Summer Entertaining

Happy weekend and welcome to the Saturday Spotlight!   If it’s not too hot where you live, I hope you’re spending time outdoors.  With that in mind, this week we’re focusing on outdoor summer entertaining.  After all, July happens to be National Picnic Month!  So, if you’re looking for backyard picnic ideas, here are some tips for…

hello! I’M SHELLEY!

Welcome to my lifestyle blog, Calypso in the Country!

I hope to inspire you with budget friendly ways to create a home you love. My style is casual/traditional with some coastal touches… because everyday should feel like a vacation. Follow along as I share DIY projects, tablescapes, decorating ideas, anything blue and white, travel and more!


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Welcome to Calypso in the Country


Welcome!  My name is Shelley and this is my blog – Calypso in the Country!

While you’re here, I hope to inspire you with home decor, entertaining tips, tablescapes and anything to make your home more beautiful! 

My decorating style leans toward traditional with a coastal twist and a splash of British Colonial!   I love adding color to my home but I tone it down with neutrals and textures. 

Basically, my goal is to make my home feel like a vacation that never ends.  Speaking of vacations, I occasionally share our travels on the blog as well.  Although as a busy family, we don’t get away as much as we’d like!