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Save the Date: 2nd Annual Amsden Rummage Sale
Emily Schmidt Emily Schmidt

Save the Date: 2nd Annual Amsden Rummage Sale

It’s BACK!

It’s time for Spring cleaning and since last year’s sale was such a success, we’re coming back with M O R E!

Come out to The Amsden on Saturday, June 15th to shop products from our store’s vendors, local businesses + more at reduced prices!

We will have all kinds of NEW + (gently) used items— vintage + modern clothing, nicknacks + trinkets, home decor... everything you can think of! All at reduced prices! Had your eye on something at the store last year but never got around to buying it... you might find it here!

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Flower Pot Painting at the Amsden
Emily Schmidt Emily Schmidt

Flower Pot Painting at the Amsden

Come enjoy an evening of Flower Pot Painting with us at The Amsden! It’s plant season and we know you’ve been looking for a good home for all your beautiful plants and flowers— why not make one yourself!

Adults are just $15 and Kids (10 and under) are $10! Tickets + details are available below.

We hope to see you there!

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Mother's Day Flower Pot Painting Workshop
Emily Schmidt Emily Schmidt

Mother's Day Flower Pot Painting Workshop

Happy Mother’s Day!

We want to celebrate all you fantastic mom’s by an afternoon of painting + plants! Mom's bring your kids (ages 4+) to paint a gorgeous flower pot any way you like!

While you’re painting, enjoy some of our spring goodies at The Amsden coffee shop! The Spring menu is full of delicious drinks to quench your thirst and some yummy pastries. While your pots are drying to perfection, gander through Gathered Mercantile and pick out a plant to purchase— perfect for your new pots!

Adults will get to paint medium standard size flower pot, while kids will have small “mini” pots.

Tickets are $15 each!

No matter your age, you’re never too old to hang out with your Mom. So bring her out to The Amsden Saturday May 11th from 11-Noon.

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Mustard Burgers with Crispy Fried Goat Cheese + Apricot Onion Jam
Recipes Emily Schmidt Recipes Emily Schmidt

Mustard Burgers with Crispy Fried Goat Cheese + Apricot Onion Jam

Grilling season is officially here! I set out to make a super simple burger, but ended up making the most extra but delicious burger ever! This burger is seasoned with a delicious mix of two different mustards and Worcestershire sauce, giving it such amazing flavor. It’s layered up with mayo, fresh arugula, a crispy fried goat cheese round, and a tangy and slightly sweet apricot onion jam. The combination of flavors and textures is just perfect.

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My 5 Favorite Low-Maintenance Houseplants
Design Emily Schmidt Design Emily Schmidt

My 5 Favorite Low-Maintenance Houseplants

I love to use houseplants throughout my home to add a little color and texture to my decor. Unfortunately, so many people are afraid of trying real plants because they are SO worried about killing them and wasting their money. Trust me, I’ve killed my fair share of plants and am definitely a lazy plant owner, but through much trial and error, I’ve figured out the best plants to use that require hardly any maintenance. I’m highlighting 5 of my very favorites below and many of these also work in low-light areas too! Most of these houseplants are nearly impossible to kill (and can even be revived if you *think* you’ve killed them!) and you’ll only be watering about once a week and that’s it!

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Easy 5-Piece Coffee Table Styling for Spring
Design Emily Schmidt Design Emily Schmidt

Easy 5-Piece Coffee Table Styling for Spring

Here’s an easy way to spruce up your coffee table for spring (or really any season) using just 5 inexpensive items! This is my go-to formula for styling a coffee table no matter your style- you can easily customize the items you use to fit your existing decor.

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Shop Gathered Baby + Child Now!
What's New, Baby Riddle Emily Schmidt What's New, Baby Riddle Emily Schmidt

Shop Gathered Baby + Child Now!

I’m so excited to share with you a sneak peek at Gathered Living Baby + Child! I have been working hard to get this first collection together which will include the cutest little baby clothes for spring and summer, both new and vintage! Most importantly, a portion of every single sale will be donated to a local organization that helps provide pregnancy and labor support and postpartum care to single mothers and mothers in need. This is something that has been on my heart since giving birth to JW, and I hope we will be able to help many moms and families! 

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How to Build a Cheeseboard Themed Easter Basket
Holidays, DIY, Recipes Emily Schmidt Holidays, DIY, Recipes Emily Schmidt

How to Build a Cheeseboard Themed Easter Basket

Who says Easter baskets should only be for kids? I partnered with Kroger to put together the perfect adult Easter basket that anyone would love- a cheeseboard Easter basket! It contains everything you need for a beautiful and delicious cheeseboard- from the meat and cheese, to nuts and fruit, and even a board, wine, and napkins! I especially love that this basket is so perfect for gifting to anyone on your list- male or female, young or old; friends, neighbors, co-workers, moms, dads, siblings, husbands, or hostesses! The recipient can totally enjoy and snack on the basket on their own, share it with friends and family, or even use it for a ready-to-go Easter brunch appetizer! You can customize this completely based on your tastes and style but I’ve listed everything I used in mine below to get you started.

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