Jenny Parkhurst
Hello! My name is Jenny and it’s wonderful to meet you. I grew up in East Tennessee and graduated with a BFA from the University of Tennessee. Go Vols! I met my husband, Nathan, during our time as collegiate runners. We love calling Knoxville our home and raising our two boys, Caleb and Noah. My passion for art and creativity runs deep. I translated my love for good design into a full time business in 2013 when I opened my lifestyle shop, The Back Porch Mercantile in the Bearden area. You can follow my adventures in life and shopkeeping at @shopbpm and @xoxo_jennyleigh on Instagram.
Favorite Summer Fashion Trends
Sunny and warm days are finally here and summer is just around the corner! As I travel this week buying apparel for my shop, I asked everyone their favorite summer fashion trend.
Here’s a list...
Favorite Design Trends for 2022
The new year is here and with it come new goals and new things to look forward to. It’s the perfect time to look at everything with fresh eyes! Every year, there is always...
Five Fall Decor Favorites
Fall is right around the corner! I love the transition from long, hot days to cooler weather with beautiful colors bursting from the trees.
Here are a few favorite ways to bring in fall: 1. Add...
Favorite Summer Skin Care Tips
Summer is just around the corner! With longer days in the sun and rising temps, it’s important to take care of your skin. Here are a few tips that are tried and true favorites: Don’t...
Favorite Spring Refresh Tips
Spring is finally here! I love getting out and seeing the beautiful blooms, hearing the singing birds and sitting in the warm sunshine. As we enter this new season, here are a few ways...
Favorite Design Trends of 2021
Predicting design and style trends can be a tricky business because no matter what, you should LOVE your own home and style. Owning a shop, styling homes and producing goods for wholesale has made...
Shopping Small is Big for Your Community
Since the first Small Business Saturday in 2010, everyone has learned various reasons why shopping small and supporting local is important. But in 2020, the need for supporting local is greater than ever.
Due...