Maryland in Bloom is a pink & green lifestyle blog celebrating Maryland living — classic style, motherhood, home and entertaining, recipes, travel, and the prettiest corners of the Chesapeake.https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/en-ushttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/hiring-contractors-maryland-guide/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/hiring-contractors-maryland-guide/A practical, local guide to finding and vetting contractors around Baltimore, Annapolis, Frederick, and the DC suburbs — licensing, quotes, timing, and the questions that actually matter.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTmaryland-livinghttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/maryland-renaissance-festival-with-kids/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/maryland-renaissance-festival-with-kids/A parent's guide to the Maryland Renaissance Festival with kids — stroller strategy, what to wear, the best arrival time, and how to grab online-only tickets before the 50th season opens.Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTmaryland-livinghttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/baltimore-restaurant-week-2026/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/baltimore-restaurant-week-2026/A mom-tested guide to Baltimore Restaurant Week 2026 — the spots that actually deliver, rated for parking, noise, patios, dress code, and whether the reservation is worth it.Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTmaryland-livinghttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/refinishing-floors-maryland-home/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/refinishing-floors-maryland-home/From humid summers to salt-tracked winters, Maryland is hard on hardwood. Here is how refinishing (or a smart luxury vinyl swap) can transform your home, room by room.Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTmaryland-livinghttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/next-day-jose-rental-turnover/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/next-day-jose-rental-turnover/When we had 48 hours to turn over our Bethesda rental, Next Day Jose knocked out door repair, kitchen cabinet fixes, drywall patching, and recaulking in a single visit. Here is how it went.Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTmaryland-livinghttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/maryland-crab-feast-tablescape/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/maryland-crab-feast-tablescape/A Maryland crab feast tablescape that looks elevated, not kitschy — brown paper, heirloom plates, hydrangeas, and coastal-chic layering instead of matching crab-print everything.Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMThome-entertaininghttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/air-conditioned-maryland-toddler-adventures/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/air-conditioned-maryland-toddler-adventures/Fifteen indoor, air-conditioned Maryland outings for toddlers, organized by county and labeled for price, stroller access, food, and nap compatibility — for the days it is just too hot outside.Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTmotherhoodhttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/maryland-tax-free-week-2026/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/maryland-tax-free-week-2026/Everything to know about Maryland Tax-Free Week 2026 — the August 9–15 dates, exactly what qualifies, and mom-and-kids capsule outfit formulas with shopping lists by age.Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTmotherhoodhttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/mosquito-proof-patio-dinner-party/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/mosquito-proof-patio-dinner-party/A visual, 30-minute checklist for a mosquito-proof Maryland patio dinner party — fans, table placement, lighting, and a pre-party standing-water sweep that actually works.Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMThome-entertaininghttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/maryland-fisherman-core-capsule/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/maryland-fisherman-core-capsule/A 12-piece fisherman-core capsule wardrobe styled for Maryland summers — maritime jewelry, boat shoes, Bermuda shorts, and preppy polos that go from the dock to school pickup.Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTstylehttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/maryland-state-fair-with-toddlers/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/maryland-state-fair-with-toddlers/A nap-friendly, two-hour Maryland State Fair itinerary for toddlers — stroller routes, quiet-reset areas, bathrooms, toddler-safe foods, and an exit-before-meltdown timeline.Mon, 13 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTmotherhoodhttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/frederick-summer-concert-picnic-guide/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/frederick-summer-concert-picnic-guide/A practical Frederick summer concerts 2026 picnic guide for parents — packing list, rain plan, parking strategy, and a leave-by schedule that keeps bedtime intact.Sun, 12 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTmaryland-livinghttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/mckee-beshers-sunflowers-2026/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/mckee-beshers-sunflowers-2026/Where to find the McKee-Beshers sunflower fields, when they bloom, the golden hour that makes the photos, plus parking, stroller reality, and coordinating family outfits.Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTmaryland-livinghttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/kentucky-derby-hats/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/kentucky-derby-hats/A guide to Kentucky Derby hats — the tradition behind them, how to pick a brim that flatters you, and why Marylanders get a second chance to wear one at the Preakness.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMTstylehttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/preppy-spring-staples/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/preppy-spring-staples/The classic, do-it-all pieces I reach for the moment the dogwoods bloom, from the perfect shirtdress to the sandals that survive a soccer sideline.Sun, 12 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMTstylehttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/pink-green-easter-table/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/pink-green-easter-table/My go-to formula for a tablescape that feels special but takes one trip to the garden, plus the linens and little touches that make guests linger.Sat, 28 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThome-entertaininghttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/slow-family-mornings/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/slow-family-mornings/How a few small shifts turned our chaotic school-day scramble into something that almost feels calm, most days anyway.Sun, 15 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTmotherhoodhttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/maryland-crab-dip/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/maryland-crab-dip/Warm, bubbly, and gone in minutes. The hot crab dip I bring to every Chesapeake gathering, with the one ingredient most recipes get wrong.Sun, 22 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTrecipeshttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/perfect-day-annapolis/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/perfect-day-annapolis/Our family-tested itinerary for the prettiest little capital in America: where to get the best crab cake, the dock to watch the boats, and the ice cream worth the line.Sun, 08 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTmaryland-livinghttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/classroom-valentine-ideas/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/classroom-valentine-ideas/Non-candy classroom valentine ideas kids can help make — punny printables, little crafts, and allergy-safe favors that work for a whole class without the sugar crash.Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTmotherhoodhttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/eastern-shore-weekend/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/eastern-shore-weekend/Crossing the Bay Bridge with three kids and a cooler: where we stayed, what we packed, and how to actually relax on a family trip.Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTtravelhttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/lilly-baby-shower-nursery/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/lilly-baby-shower-nursery/A Lilly Pulitzer-inspired baby shower and nursery in classic pink and green — palette, decor, a safe nursery layout, and easy hostess ideas for a preppy Maryland celebration.Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTmotherhoodhttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/perfect-preppy-party/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/perfect-preppy-party/How to throw the perfect preppy party — classic palette, a proper place setting, monogrammed touches, and easy hostess tips that work from Annapolis to Chevy Chase.Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMThome-entertaininghttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/preppy-black-friday-cyber-monday/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/preppy-black-friday-cyber-monday/Skip the doorbuster chaos. My calm, classic approach to Black Friday and Cyber Monday: what is actually worth buying, when to shop, and how to give better gifts without losing your mind.Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTstylehttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/diy-lilly-pulitzer-pumpkin/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/diy-lilly-pulitzer-pumpkin/Turn a plain pumpkin into a punchy, pink-and-green Palm Beach print. A simple, kid-friendly DIY Lilly Pulitzer pumpkin tutorial for the prettiest porch on the block.Wed, 08 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThome-entertaininghttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/fall-in-maryland/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/fall-in-maryland/Sweater weather, mums on the porch, and the prettiest leaf season in the Mid-Atlantic. Why fall in Maryland wins me over every single year, and exactly where to go to catch it at its peak.Tue, 23 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMTmaryland-livinghttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/chalkboard-decor/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/chalkboard-decor/A little chalkboard goes a long way. Easy, pretty chalkboard decor and hand-lettering ideas for the kitchen, the entryway, and every party you host, plus the trick to lettering that actually looks good.Tue, 12 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMThome-entertaininghttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/dog-days-of-summer/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/dog-days-of-summer/Why we call the hottest stretch of summer the dog days, plus a vet-backed guide to keeping real dogs cool and safe through a humid Maryland August.Tue, 12 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMTmaryland-livinghttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/make-ahead-corn-on-the-cob/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/make-ahead-corn-on-the-cob/The make-ahead corn on the cob trick that frees up your grill and your sanity. How to cook sweet corn early and keep it hot and perfect for hours, ideal for cookouts and busy summer nights.Tue, 05 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMTrecipeshttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/stay-cool-summer-tips/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/stay-cool-summer-tips/Beat the Mid-Atlantic heat and humidity with five practical, mom-tested tips to stay cool all summer — from hydration tricks to the best shady escapes around the DMV.Tue, 08 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMTmaryland-livinghttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/4th-of-july-party-favors/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/4th-of-july-party-favors/A simple, charming DIY 4th of July party favor — kraft cones of red, white, and blue — plus where to catch the best fireworks around Maryland and how to send guests home happy.Thu, 26 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMThome-entertaininghttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/which-lilly-pulitzer-print-are-you/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/which-lilly-pulitzer-print-are-you/Take the quiz to find your Lilly Pulitzer print personality — coastal, bold floral, citrus-and-palm, or classic pink and green — with a fun decision map and the story behind the prints.Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 GMTstylehttps://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/wedding-color-picks/https://www.marylandpinkandgreen.com/blog/wedding-color-picks/From classic pink and green to soft champagne and emerald, here are the wedding color palettes I love most, plus a foolproof way to pick yours without second-guessing.Tue, 14 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMTstyle