Welcome Mat
by Jeanine Matlow
Meadow Brook Hall Gatsby Garden Party
Enjoy a themed celebration that echoes an old classic at Meadow Brook Hall in Rochester from 6-9 p.m. on June 4. The Gatsby Garden Party will include hot jazz and cold drinks at the historic mansion and estate that dates to the 1920s, with light refreshments and a cash bar in a spectacular setting. Listen to live music from Detroit singer/songwriter Audra Kubat as the sun sets over the Great Estate. Guests are encouraged to don their finest floral frocks or linen suits and hats for this themed experience. They can also play croquet and explore the gardens, estate and select areas of the historic mansion. Tickets are $40 each ($36 for members). The location is 350 Estate Dr. Go to https://meadowbrookhall.org/events/gatsby-garden-party/.
Pewabic Annual House & Garden Show
On June 5-7, Pewabic will present its Annual House & Garden Show, which is free and open to the public. The National Historic Landmark in Detroit will offer a strolling tour, ceramic art and a weekend biergarten in the courtyard. Other highlights include wheel-throwing demos along with demos from visiting artist Jeri Hollister, live music and food trucks. Hands-on workshops will be available for a fee. From 6-9:30 p.m. on June 4, a ticketed celebration will feature early access to new works from artists across the country, drinks and a strolling supper, and live music. Complimentary valet parking will be available for ticketholders that night. The location is 10125 E. Jefferson Ave. For hours and registration, go to pewabic.org.
Yardeners Native Plant Sale
Grab some greenery and more local goods at the Yardeners Native Plant Sale from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on June 5. Featured selections from East Michigan Native Plants will include a wide variety of native plants in various sizes and prices. There will not be a pre-order period, but the East Michigan website can offer some ideas for plants and certain garden conditions (https://www.eastmichnatives.com). Come early for the best selection. East Michigan Native Plants should be able to accept cash, checks or credit cards. Alison from Honey Help will also be there with her popular honey products. The sale will be held at the Selinsky-Green Farmhouse Museum behind the St. Clair Shores Library parking lot at 11 Mile and Jefferson.
Fancy Walls Polka Dots and Stripes
Polka Dots and Stripes are having a moment. Fancy Walls, a European wallpaper company, shares a fresh perspective on these lively designs. “Polka dots are one of the few patterns that can be both mature and youthful,” says Elīza Siliņa, pattern designer. “They’re pleasing to look at and scratch that itch in our brains.” Stripes can also make a statement. “Vertical wallpaper has never really gone out of style,” she adds. “Like most interior design trends, its popularity rises and falls, but it never fully disappears.” This pattern is back with bolder and more colorful selections. The wallpaper company offers unique designs that reflect these trends, from playful polka dots to graphic stripes. Go to fancywalls.eu.
Sherwin-Williams Brands Summer Décor Trend Report
Repurposed pieces can add character to your home this season. Sherwin-Williams brands Dutch Boy Paints, Krylon, Minwax and Cabot share its 2026 Summer Decor Trend Report. It highlights Modern Heirlooms, an aesthetic rooted in warm wood, refreshed objects, layered interiors and outdoor spaces. With insights from design and color experts, Lisbeth Parada and Sue Kim, the report offers approachable project ideas that give existing spaces and pieces new life — from painted interiors and revived thrifted finds to refinished wood and protected decks or porches. This approach captures a “refresh not replace” mentality that can enhance various elements in and around your home. Go to https://www.sherwin-williams.com/en-us/color/color-collections/colormix-forecast/meet-the-team.
This article originally appeared on The Detroit News: Welcome Mat: Summer events and home decor trends to refresh your home
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