With every change of the seasons comes a shift in weather, new trends and social media hacks, and a new home collection from Joanna Gaines. The designer's most recent line with Target Hearth & Hand with Magnolia just dropped, and it has what you need for a colorful, sunny space that captures a summer day.
The pieces fit the theme you would typically expect from Gaines and Hearth & Hand: elevated basics, carefully-curated neutrals, and an overall calming energy.
The Pinstripe Woven Throw Blanket with Corner Tassels makes for a versatile indoor or outdoor blanket to keep you cozy during the transitional weeks, and the light wood Ribbed Plastic Double Beverage Dispenser with Wood Stand lets you serve up your favorite drinks outside—one for water and the other for a spritz, perhaps.
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But there are some pops of color in this year's summer collection that make it stand out. Bright green, light blue, and poppy orange make appearances throughout, screaming “summer” while maintaining that serene aura that's a signature of Gaines’ work: Take the Retro Portable AM/FM Bluetooth Radio in green and orange; the striped Insulated Travel Tumbler that comes in light blue, green, and poppy; and the Colored Base Melamine Salad Plates that feature a cream base and pops of poppy along the edges.
What pulls together all of these items—and the many more showcasing these colors—is the sophisticated neutrals you can pair with them. These playful shades serve to add dimension to the overall collection and give a subtle pinch of seasonal celebration to your space.
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A hallmark of Hearth & Hand collections, you can find plenty of brass pieces. The adorable Brass Flower Frog is perfect for new or veteran floral designers. Display it
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