Nature Keepsakes
If you like to spend time outdoors, you're likely to end up finding a ton of picturesque pieces of nature. Think back to those brilliant fall leaves from a walk...
The HOMES Shirt: A Peninsulas Classic
Our HOMES collection continues to be one of our most well-loved designs, and it’s no wonder why. It's comfortable, durable, washable, and stylish. Plus, we Michiganders love our lakes! Like many great designs, it all started with a t-shirt. The HOMES t-shirt is a Peninsulas classic. Here’s why it should be your go-to.
How to Plant a Butterfly Garden: Our Top Seven Tips
Beautify your backyard and do your part to support a healthy local and national environment. Flowers and plants like milkweed and hyssop make your garden attractive to native butterflies like monarchs, swallowtails, and admirals! Read on to learn our tips for making your garden butterfly-friendly.
Cross Village Community Parade 2021
Cross Village paraded its creativity and appreciation for their community this weekend! Check out the highlight reel from this years festivities!
Pinecone Birdfeeder Craft
Looking for a fun, relaxing craft and a way to interact with the great outdoors? With only a few simple steps, you can turn a pine cone into a delicious bird feeder to offer the winter birds in Michigan. Perfect for the whole family!
Chewy Gingerbread Cookies
Tis the season! The holiday season may look different from others but we can still add a little cheer with these soft, spicy gingerbread cookies! Enjoy with a cup of eggnog or hot cocoa and have yourself a little celebration!
Southern Comfort Vanilla Maple Syrup Punch Recipe
Michigan produces over 100,000 gallons of maple syrup per year. And while we love it on our pancakes and french toast, this sweet, sugary nectar has many other uses. Our most recent (and now favorite!) use is in this festive punch recipe — perfect for fall get-togethers, tailgates, or just relaxing with friends.
Autumn Apple Crisp
In my mind, autumn smells of apples and cinnamon. It naturally invokes a sense of nostalgia as the leaves change and nature prepares to sleep. This simple apple crisp recipe...
Prescription: Nature
Guest Author: Susan Bakker, LMSW, Psychotherapist. These days, whether I’m on a trail in the woods or reveling in the dramatic views of the Great Lakes, I have always found nature feeds my soul and gives me a greater sense of well-being. But is there evidence, beyond the intuitive, that time spent in natural surroundings supports mental health and improves mental illness?
Behind the Design: The Wildflowers of Michigan Collection
Hi there, I’m Lauren! You may not know me by name, but I’ve been working with Peninsulas for a while creating copywriting, content writing, and illustration! There’s a chance you’ve...
Summer Fun in Michigan State Parks
Once the weather gets warm, Michiganders from all over the state know that it’s time to take advantage of the summer sun and get outdoors! But everyone has their own...
Top 6 Tips for Stargazing in Michigan
Want to learn more about our constellations? Get a good view of the northern lights? Finally see the milky way in all its glory? If you’re craving a glimpse of the unfettered beauty of a sky full of constellations, look no further! We have the perfect guide to get you started on an awe-inspiring night of Michigan stargazing.
