IN THE HUTCH | a collection of trinkets & tidbits

smoked paprika chicken soup

EAT

October 17, 2016 / By Lexi Johnson / Post a Comment

A piping hot bowl of this Smoked Paprika Chicken Soup is the perfect meal for dreary days. Did you know? Paprika comes from dried, ground peppers. Hungary is one of the main producers of paprika––at their local farmers markets you can find huge mounds of the beautiful, dark, redish-orange powder. The merchant scoops up your desired amount and bags it […]

whimsy and wild

GIFT

October 10, 2016 / By Lexi Johnson / Post a Comment

Oh, for the love of snail mail! I get so much joy sending and receiving letters in the mail! (I also get a little joy hoarding greeting cards.) When I first discovered Whimsy and Wild I was smitten! I love Julie’s hand lettered products and her simple, nature-inspired style. Her creative spirit and authentic personality are evident […]

30% off brightly twisted

DEAL, SHOP

October 9, 2016 / By Lexi Johnson / Post a Comment

Use discount code HUTCH30 to get 30% off everything at www.brightlytwisted.com (offer is good until tuesday, October 31). The beautiful hues, unique styles, and butter-soft feel are what I love about Brightly Twisted! Each item is hand-dyed (in Michigan) which makes them one-of-kind pieces of art. Online you’ll find scarves, leggings, dresses, hoodies, tops, headbands, baby blankets, […]

hutch party in pella, iowa

PARTY

September 29, 2016 / By Lexi Johnson / Post a Comment

I’m heading back to my hometown to throw a Hutch Launch Party at Simple Treasures in Pella, Iowa. If you’re in the area, I’d love to see you there! Simple Treasures is one of my favorite home decorating stores! They’ll be offering 20% off storewide during the party. Come see me outside and help me celebrate with […]

september days

SHOP

September 21, 2016 / By Lexi Johnson / Post a Comment

This weather lately has been all kinds of wonderful. Today we went to the pumpkin patch and swam in Lake Michigan…only in September! This has been my go-to outfit lately, it gets worn at least once a week! Both items are from brands that I love–their stuff is comfortable, durable, and fits great. This top, oh how […]