We’ve definitely fallen hard for pink over the last few years—Millennial Pink included—and it’s easy to see why. In this episode we discuss the pink trend that seems to be everywhere, how it influenced some choices at our beach house, and the dangers of following trends too closely. We also reveal the dramatic conclusion to our most hated DIY project ever, explain which kitchen features can turn buyers off, and share tips that make short trips easier. Plus, we talk about a surprising new source for very tall curtains where you can literally buy fabric by the pound.
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What’s New
- If you want background on the lawn irrigation saga, you can catch up in our earlier episodes where the project began and where it ran into hiccups. Those episodes include detailed updates and context for the work we’ve been doing.
- Below is an early photo showing progress when the project was just getting started:
- If you liked the idea of extra-long curtains, look for stage or theater curtains, or search for extra-long velvet and burlap panels. There are custom and off-the-shelf options in lengths from 9 to 12 feet, and many sellers let you choose panel width or order panels in pairs.
What’s Not
- We went over five kitchen design trends that commonly repel buyers—some of which we’ve been guilty of ourselves. If you’re planning a remodel with resale in mind, consider avoiding those choices.
- A simple trick to make kitchens feel taller and more functional: hang upper cabinets a bit higher and add a shelf below. This creates accessible storage and avoids dead space above cabinets that’s hard to use and can make a room feel shorter. We linked to a few kitchen makeovers that show this technique in action.
Listener Question
- One listener asked about the “Oregon Trail Generation.” We discussed an article that captures the experience of people born in the late ’70s and early ’80s and how that shared cultural memory shaped our childhood tech and play experiences.
- We shared a close-up of our beach house exterior and discussed the influence of pink tones on architecture and decor. A number of magazine pieces helped popularize the Millennial Pink label and sparked conversation about whether every pink should be lumped under one trendy name.
- To illustrate how broad the “pink” category can be, we pointed to a shopping round-up that spans a wide range of peach and pink hues. Slate and other outlets have debated how broadly the term should apply—and that conversation is worth considering before labeling every rosy item the same way.
- We also highlighted several places where we’ve used pink in our home over the years: rugs in our showhouse office and master, a painted ceiling in our daughter’s room, paintings in our bedroom and foyer, living room pillows, and our dining room rug.
- If you’re obsessed with pink like Sherry, she started an Instagram account dedicated to rosy inspiration—feel free to tag her if you share pink photos.
We’re Digging
- A mesh laundry bag that’s great for keeping dirty clothes contained in a suitcase—handy for short trips and for separating laundry on the go. There are also sets available with multiple small, washer-ready bags if you want a more organized travel solution.
- Sherry’s favorite five-year-old weekender bag is no longer available, but there are several current options that match the same compact, efficient style for quick trips. Look for lightweight weekend bags with organized compartments and durable straps.
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Thanks to Delta for sponsoring this episode. We’ve talked about several of their faucet and shower products, including the Addison showerhead we installed and liked.
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