Incredible Kitchen Renovation: So Many Beautiful, Functional Designs & Features!

November 17, 2025 by 13 Comments

Welcome to the 877th Metamorphosis Monday! I am so excited about the wonderful kitchen renovation that I'm sharing with you in today's Before/After Metamorphosis Monday post! You may recall that a few weeks back, I shared Heather's beautiful guest bath renovation in this post: Beautiful Guest Bath Renovation.   Heather and her hubby just completed a major kitchen renovation that is both … [Read more...]

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Preparing For Christmas, Gift Ideas & A Present I Bought For Myself

November 15, 2025 by 13 Comments

I have resisted buying the adorable Lego Tuxedo Cat for a long time. Recently, I took the kitties to the vet, and I saw this cute guy tucked into a corner of their front office area. After seeing how cute he is, I had to order him! He was much larger than I had expected, pretty close to the size of a real cat! He's also much more detailed than I had expected!     His head rotates, and … [Read more...]

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My Favorite Holiday Centerpiece, Love It For Thanksgiving & Christmas

November 13, 2025 by 16 Comments

Welcome to the 894th Tablescape Thursday! One of my favorite centerpieces to make for Thanksgiving or Christmas is a Colonial Williamsburg-style Apple Tree.   They don't always have to be made with apples; you can use almost any kind of fruit, including small oranges, lemons, and limes. I really like how this tree turned out with lemons and limes. Magnolia leaves make a great base on which to … [Read more...]

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3 Gifts For The Home Alone Movie Fan, Plus An Adorable Christmas Decor Idea

November 12, 2025 by 9 Comments

I'm so looking forward to the Christmas movie-watching that I know will be taking place over the next few weeks. A couple of days ago, I was feeling Christmas-nostalgic and curled up in the movie room to watch Home Alone right by myself. There's something to be said for watching your favorite Christmas movie (or any movie) alone—like the ability to pause it as many times as you wish to enjoy the little … [Read more...]

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How Would You Fix This “Holey” Mess In The Butler’s Pantry & Upstairs Bath?

November 10, 2025 by 31 Comments

Welcome to the 876th Metamorphosis Monday! I awoke to this scene this morning. Thankfully, it should melt over the next day or two.   A previous owner of the Dollhouse shared with me that the bathrooms, kitchen, and Butler's Pantry were all renovated approximately 20 years ago. I love the renovations, especially the bath renovations that were done in a way that preserved the original 1938 … [Read more...]

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Shopping The Winter Sales Including One That 50% Off!

November 9, 2025 by 3 Comments

If you have Spode Woodland dinnerware and use it this time of year...     ...Spode has a charming woodland flatware set that's perfect with their Woodland pattern dinnerware.     The design is beautifully detailed and is currently available here: Spode Woodland Flatware. You'll find Spode Woodland dinnerware place settings on sale 10% off here: Spode Woodland … [Read more...]

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A Christmas Tablescape For Cat Lovers Of All Ages

November 6, 2025 by 36 Comments

Welcome to the 893rd Tablescape Thursday! I brought up more dishes with me on this past trip back from Georgia. Having just adopted two furbabies, I thought this would be a fun Christmas table to set for my grandsons.   Actually, my son and DIL are pretty smitten with the new furbabies, so I think they'll enjoy this table as much as the boys. These photos were taken early this morning, so the … [Read more...]

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My October Favorites, Plus How I Decorated The Front Porch For Halloween This Year

November 5, 2025 by 18 Comments

My trip to Georgia was a quick one. I was only there for a week, arriving a couple of days before Halloween. I completely forgot to take photos of how I decorated the porch for my trick-or-treaters, but here's a photo that I screen-captured via the Ring camera to share with a friend earlier that day. The wide-angle lens actually gives us a pretty good view. I should probably share this view whenever I share … [Read more...]

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Jackie Has Done It Again! She Transformed Her Home For A Murder Mystery Party!

November 3, 2025 by 20 Comments

Welcome to the 875th Metamorphosis Monday! Every year, Jackie hosts an exciting Halloween party for friends and family. Each year, she chooses a different theme. I am always excited to see what she has planned for her guests! Jackie wrote, "Just had my annual event at my home this past weekend. I changed it up a little. It was a Murder Mystery Party called Death of a Gangster. The invitations said: A … [Read more...]

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Come Join Us For A Whimsical, Cat-Themed Halloween Tea Party!

October 30, 2025 by 7 Comments

Welcome to the 892nd Tablescape Thursday! I have an absolutely delightful, fun Halloween table setting to share today! Selma, who throws the best tea parties I've ever seen, wrote to say, "I had a Halloween Tea for a friend's daughter yesterday. She graduated from high school, so the original plan was a June tea, but they were busy, and I was busy, so it ended up happening yesterday! Halloween is one of my … [Read more...]

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Stunningly Beautiful Rooms: This Book Would Make A Wonderful Christmas Gift

October 29, 2025 by 26 Comments

I have always been a fan of Ralph Lauren fashion. I used to regularly stalk the Ralph Lauren and Lauren Ralph Lauren section in Macy's and Dillard's back when shopping at the mall was a thing. Do people still shop in malls? I should do that one day for old times' sake. I loved the RL style, especially his fall/winter collections. I still have this tweed jacket that I purchased a gazillion years ago. RL … [Read more...]

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2 Updates: One For Halloween & One For The Sunroom

October 27, 2025 by 27 Comments

Welcome to the 874th Metamorphosis Monday! After a long, but thankfully uneventful, drive yesterday. I'm back in Georgia. The kitties are in good hands as family is checking in on them all throughout the day and spending time with them in the movie room during the evening. I can't wait to get back and see them again! I didn't do a lot of Halloween decorating at the Dollhouse this year, but I did add … [Read more...]

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My 2025 Winter Survival List

October 25, 2025 by 9 Comments

It's starting to get pretty cold here at night. Though spring and summer will always be my favorite seasons, as I've gotten older, I've begun to appreciate the fall and winter months more and more. My favorite part of winter, other than the holidays, is the much slower pace of the winter months. One thing I do not like is how dry my skin feels once the heat starts running. All my humidifiers are back in … [Read more...]

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No Fall Tablecloth, No Problem! Plus, The Charger Plates That I Use In Fall & Winter

October 23, 2025 by 27 Comments

Welcome to the 891st Tablescape Thursday! I will be back in Georgia next week and reunited with the majority of my dishes! Yipee! lol So hopefully, I will have a table set for you next week, although I may be spending all my time trying to clean the porch, which I'm sure is a mess by now. Yeah, I may be setting that table in the dining room instead. In the meantime, here are a few ideas that I hope you'll … [Read more...]

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Favorite Sweaters, Including One That Took A Full Year To Come Back In Stock

October 22, 2025 by 28 Comments

Before we get into today's post, I wanted to share the results of my recent appointment with an orthopedist who is a hand specialist. He took a look at the X-rays from the ER and said that the 4th metacarpal on my left hand is broken. I wasn't surprised since that's the area that is swollen and still hurts. Actually, several spots on that hand still hurt, but they are all gradually getting better. The … [Read more...]

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Decorating The Window Boxes For Autumn

October 20, 2025 by 28 Comments

Welcome to the 873rd Metamorphosis Monday! Toward the end of September, about a week before I fell and injured my hand, I redid the two window boxes on the front of the Dollhouse. It was time for some fall color!   These were the flowers that I purchased, a mix of orange and yellow florals. I wanted to mix in a few pumpkins, too. It took a bit of trial and error to find the right size … [Read more...]

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My September Favorites & A Not-So-Favorite Injury And Visit To The ER

October 18, 2025 by 50 Comments

This month is zooming by, can't believe it's already the middle of October! Are you feeling the cooler temps where you live? The leaves have really started changing color here in Ohio, and the temps have been all over the place. Definitely feeling like fall! Before we get any further into October, I wanted to share my September favorites. But first, a little explanation on why posts may have been short … [Read more...]

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Almost Trick-or-Treat Time!

October 16, 2025 by 12 Comments

Welcome to the 890th Tablescape Thursday! With Halloween just a couple of weeks away, I wanted to share a Halloween table. But I had one problem. Six ravens flew in and stole all the napkins. Yup, that's what happened. They made off with all of them!   Unfortunately, I didn't have any other napkins that would work with this table, not even some plain white ones. Hopefully, you'll enjoy this … [Read more...]

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Opening Up My Heart Again

October 13, 2025 by 65 Comments

Welcome to the 872nd Metamorphosis Monday! The day you adopt a pet is the day you set yourself up for one of the future worst times of your life. After losing Max over 12 years ago, the pain was so excruciating and lasted so long (really, it never ends), I couldn't bring myself to adopt another cat. As time passed, the pain became more tolerable, but never left.   During the time that Max was … [Read more...]

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Have You Ever Thought About Using Dry Ice In A Table Setting?

October 9, 2025 by 6 Comments

Welcome to the 889th Tablescape Thursday! For this week's Tablescape Thursday, I have three whimsical and beautiful tables to share that are perfect for the fall and Halloween seasons. Sue created a wonderful Halloween table for her son’s birthday using dry ice! Do you see the mist oozing its way out of the purple urns and down onto the surface of the table? Love this! See more of this table in this … [Read more...]

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Today’s The Last Day To Catch The Prime Day Deals & More Of My Favorites Are On Sale

October 8, 2025 by 8 Comments

The Prime Day sales end today, so I've been checking to see if any new things have been added to sale. I'm very tempted by these Skechers that are slip-ins. I recently badly injured my left hand, so trying to tie my sneakers is a challenge right now. They look incredibly comfortable and have great reviews. You'll find them available in a bunch of different colors here: Skechers Women's Slip-in … [Read more...]

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Here Are A Few Of My Favorites That Are Currently On Sale For Prime Day!

October 7, 2025 by Leave a Comment

The Prime Day sales started today, so I've been scoping them out to see what's included in the sale. This is a great time to get a jump on Christmas shopping.  These beautiful solar lights that I have along my walkway in Georgia are currently on sale.   I love them so much, I added them alongside the steps that lead to my patio here at the Dollhouse. I'm amazed at how well they have held up … [Read more...]

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Beautiful Small Bath Renovation—You’re Going To Love This Before & After!

October 6, 2025 by 26 Comments

Welcome to the 871st Metamorphosis Monday! Recently, I was chatting via email with Heather, who just completed a wonderful guest bath renovation. Heather's bath is a small one, like the one I've been working on here in my home, so I couldn't wait to see photos of how it turned out. After seeing her photos, I am starting to think these smaller bathrooms are the most fun to renovate! Heather shared two … [Read more...]

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Spode Woodland For Thanksgiving & This Handsome Turkey Is The Star Of The Table

October 2, 2025 by 28 Comments

Welcome to the 888th Tablescape Thursday! It's been a busy week with the wallpaper installer arriving early each morning. He will be here again today, finishing up the prepping and painting of the guest bathroom walls. Then the waiting begins, as we'll need to wait a full month to give the walls time to fully dry before the actual hanging of the paper. I'm not a fan of Peel-and-Stick wallpaper with its long … [Read more...]

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Finally, Progress Has Been Made, Plus, Some Thoughts About Peel-and-Stick Wallpaper

September 30, 2025 by 21 Comments

When I purchased the Dollhouse a little over a year ago, this is how the guest/half bath on the main floor looked. The red was striking and a fun look for a small guest bath, but not what I wanted for this space.   Updating this bath has been a slow process, as I've been working on other projects, plus I've encountered a couple of speed bumps along the way. I had an electrician remove the … [Read more...]

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Would You Turn Your Living Room Into A Dining Room?

September 29, 2025 by 63 Comments

Welcome to the 870th Metamorphosis Monday! Before we get into today's post, how about a little eye candy to start your week? Last week, I mentioned that I had once again stumbled across the sunroom where I first saw and fell in love with some pretty, scalloped-designed wicker furniture. I knew I had seen it on Instagram, but couldn't remember where until I came across the cover of this book by the talented … [Read more...]

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Shopping The Fall Clothing Sales & I Found Some Beautiful Pieces!

September 27, 2025 by 1 Comment

I've been waiting for this! Every autumn, Talbots comes out with a beautiful line of fall clothing, and it's usually in gorgeous traditional autumn colors and plaids that I find hard to resist. In today's post, I've gathered together a few of my favorites, along with some other great finds that caught my eye. Talbots is also having a fabulous sale. The sale will give you 40% off any regular-priced item … [Read more...]

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Your Favorite (And Most Asked About) Charger Plates Appear To Be Available!

September 25, 2025 by 21 Comments

Welcome to the 887th Tablescape Thursday! Recently, I had someone ask about these pierced charger plates that you've often seen me use in table settings over the years.   Of all the table-related items I've ever shared, I've received more questions about these charger plates over the years than about anything else I've used in a table setting.   I purchased these charger plates … [Read more...]

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It’s Officially Fall & I’ve Done Some Shopping For The Upcoming Holidays

September 24, 2025 by 11 Comments

Fall sneaked up on me this year. I just realized yesterday that the autumnal equinox officially arrived on Monday. With fall officially here, I've been thinking more and more about the upcoming holidays. In today's post, I have a mix of seasonal and holiday favorites to share. I also solved a mystery concerning the scallop-designed ottoman in my office—more on that toward the end of this post. Did you … [Read more...]

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Plantation Shutters For Double Windows: Bifold Design Is Often A Better Choice

September 22, 2025 by 26 Comments

Welcome to the 869th Metamorphosis Monday! First off, thanks so much for all your great input on Friday's post, where I asked if you thought it would be a good idea for me to sell my home in Georgia and replace it with a home in the north Georgia mountains. (If you missed that post, you'll find it here: Should I Sell My Home in Georgia & Buy A Home In This Mountain Community?) It has always been a … [Read more...]

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Should I Sell My Home in Georgia & Buy A Home In This Mountain Community?

September 18, 2025 by 136 Comments

Over the years, I've occasionally mentioned how much I would love to have a home in the North Georgia mountains. The Appalachian Mountains cover about 1/3 of the northern part of Georgia, an area known as the Blue Ridge Mountains. There's a community in that area that I have visited several times, and I've often dreamed of selling my current home in Georgia and buying a home there one day. I don't want to … [Read more...]

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Spooky, Fun Halloween Dinnerware: Great For Adults, But Child-Friendly, Too

September 18, 2025 by 2 Comments

Welcome to the 886th Tablescape Thursday! Sorry, this post is going up so late. I've had an electrician working here this morning, and unfortunately, he had to shut off all the power for a while. So I'm running way behind, but at least the movie room will be nice and toasty warm this winter! It's been a little busy here the last few days. The shutters that were made incorrectly for my bedroom were … [Read more...]

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The Blueprints Reveal A Big Surprise For This 1938 Cape Cod Cottage

September 15, 2025 by 13 Comments

Welcome to the 868th Metamorphosis Monday! Happy Monday! I hope your week is off to a great start. A few weeks ago, I shared an idea I had been mulling over for the master bedroom in the Ohio house, the house I affectionately refer to as the Dollhouse, since it has so many cute dollhouse-like features. Before buying this house, I had noticed in the real estate photos online that there was only one bedside … [Read more...]

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Halloween Hoodie + Updates For the Movie/Game Room, Including Additional Seating

September 13, 2025 by 16 Comments

This should probably be a Metamorphosis Monday post since it's filled with some fun updates. It seems like I'm always tweaking the movie room, especially now that football season is here. When my son, DIL, and grandsons are here for a movie, my grandsons always want to relax and munch on the freshly popped popcorn from the comfort of the two gray, overstuffed chairs. But when it's game day, I've noticed … [Read more...]

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My Waterford “12 Days of Christmas” Flute Collection Just Grew A Little

September 11, 2025 by 27 Comments

Welcome to the 885th Tablescape Thursday! Many, many years ago, guessing it's been over 15 years now, I was walking through the china/crystal department in Dillard's Department store in Perimeter Mall in Atlanta. It was the Christmas season, and the store was bustling with excited, happy shoppers. The china department was no different, with shoppers lined up behind the checkout desk, arms filled with … [Read more...]

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Shopping The Fall Clothing Sales & Found Some Amazing Deals

September 10, 2025 by

I love shopping the fall sales, and there are some really great ones happening right now. I started working on this post yesterday, and unfortunately, the sale appears to be ending today. If I didn't already have so many spring-style raincoats, I would have to get this one. I love the floral design!   So fresh and pretty with yellow and white tulips. This jacket was $159.95, but now it's on … [Read more...]

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Unique, Beautiful Wallpaper That I’m Considering For My Small Mudroom

September 8, 2025 by 50 Comments

Welcome to the 867th Metamorphosis Monday! A few months ago, I chose this whimsical wallpaper for the 1/2 bath that's located on the main level of the Dollhouse. Why haven't I had it installed yet?   There are two reasons: Reason #1. The wallpaper installer requested I choose the white paint he'll need for the lower half of the wall, and I don't really have a good way to match to the existing … [Read more...]

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My August Favorites, Plus The Movie Room Got A New Layout For Game Days

September 6, 2025 by 25 Comments

We had our first "Game Day" in the movie/game room last weekend. Usually, when I share this room, the sectional sofa is in this configuration.   Since there were more of us watching the game than normal, I broke out the various sections to spread out the seating. The younger ones (my grandsons) mostly played games on their iPads or played ping-pong out in the driveway.   I … [Read more...]

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Celebrating Turning 40 With A Very Special Bee-Themed Birthday Tea Party

September 4, 2025 by 13 Comments

Welcome to the 884th Tablescape Thursday! A few months back, Selma, whose beautiful tea parties I've shared in the past, graciously hosted a wonderful tea party for a friend celebrating her 40th birthday. In a recent post, I shared the Napoleon Bee flatware that I enjoy using so much here at the Dollhouse. It had just gone on sale for an incredible price, prompting me to purchase a second set. Several BNOTP … [Read more...]

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Great Dresser, But It Has 2 Defects That May Be Fixable. Welcome Your Suggestions!

September 1, 2025 by 35 Comments

Welcome to the 866th Metamorphosis Monday! I hope you are enjoying some rest this Labor Day weekend. We had a fun game day here and chowed down on City Barbecue at halftime. Georgia won 45 - 7, so that was a great game to kick off our very first game day in the movie/game room. For this week's Met Monday, I'm sharing a new addition to my bedroom: a large dresser I put together a few … [Read more...]

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Tomorrow Is Game Day! Here’s What I’ll Be Serving & How I’m Setting Things Up In The “Game” Room

August 29, 2025 by 19 Comments

Happy Labor Day weekend! Do you have any special plans this weekend? This weekend, the Dollhouse movie room will be turned into a game-viewing room.   I have family, along with a few Georgia fans, coming over for the first Georgia game of the season. I know very little about football, but tomorrow should be a fun day.   This post is a bit late to be sharing for games that are … [Read more...]

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Replacing My Older, Smaller Napoleon Bee Flatware, Plus A New Dinnerware Purchase.

August 28, 2025 by 18 Comments

Welcome to the 883rd Tablescape Thursday! Many, many years ago, I'm guessing 12-15 years ago, I came across Napoleon Bee flatware on the Neiman Marcus website. I had never seen this flatware before and was immediately smitten. That may have been around the time it was first in production, not sure. It happened to be on sale, but even on sale it was quite expensive. After it arrived, I was dismayed to find … [Read more...]

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Taking Stock Of Winter Must-Haves Since A Blast Of Polar Air Came Down For A Visit

August 27, 2025 by 12 Comments

When I awoke this morning, it was 53° outside. I actually turned on the heat in my office for a few minutes to take the chill out of the air. Afterward, I pulled out one of my winter hoodies to wear. Just before turning in last night, I came across a video online where the weather guy was saying that the reason it feels like October in August in so many areas is due to an "upper-level trough coming from the … [Read more...]

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Hanging Doors, Where Does That Laundry Chute End? Lots Checked Off The To-Do List!

August 25, 2025 by 19 Comments

Welcome to the 865th Metamorphosis Monday! How was your weekend? I hope it was awesome! It's been so nice here during the day, the kind of weather that makes you want to get outside for a walk. I managed to get a walk in with family, but mostly I was inside all day Saturday and part of Sunday since I had a handyman here making 7 different repairs. Some of the repairs were small things like adding a small … [Read more...]

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Cooler Temps Have Me Thinking About Halloween & Fall

August 23, 2025 by 14 Comments

The weather has drastically changed here this past week. I'm sure we'll have a few more warm days ahead, but the cooler temps the last few days and this morning mean autumn is on its way. I had a handyman here working today, and while he was hanging a door and making various repairs, I spent some time online checking out the Halloween and Fall decor. There are some super cute new things available this year! … [Read more...]

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Beautiful Table Setting, Exquisite China, Vintage Linens & A Story Of Never Ending Love

August 21, 2025 by 38 Comments

Welcome to the 882nd Tablescape Thursday! I have a truly special table to share with you today, along with a wonderful story. Elena wrote, "My mother passed away a few months ago after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Since her passing, I have been thinking about a table scape in her honor, using her fine china, silver, and glassware. A little background: My parents were married in the late 1950s and lived … [Read more...]

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It’s Been Two Years Since I Stopped Coloring My Hair, Here’s How It Looks Today

August 19, 2025 by 95 Comments

Over the past couple of months, I've had a few requests to do an update on the journey I've been on to grow out my natural hair color. When I started this process in September 2023, I read and learned as much as I could about how long it would take. One of the bits of information I came across said that hair grows 1/2 inch per month and that it takes a year to reach the ear, approximately 1-1/2 years to the … [Read more...]

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The Perfect Corner Storage Bench For My Small Mudroom

August 17, 2025 by 20 Comments

Welcome to the 864th Metamorphosis Monday! I have been eyeing this bench for at least a year. I kept wondering how it would look in my small back entry that I often refer to as a mini-mudroom.   This is the spot where I envisioned using it. I noticed in the "Question and Answer" section HERE, someone asked about the depth of the cushion, and the answer was 14.8 inches. The diagram at that … [Read more...]

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Sale on Sale, Too Good To Resist!

August 15, 2025 by 2 Comments

A good friend texted me on Wednesday to let me know about the awesome sale that's currently underway at Talbots. Thanks, Teresa! I didn't have time to shop the sale yesterday, but today I took a look, and the sale is still underway. What makes it so good is that it's a sale on sale, so clothes that were already on sale are now an additional 60% off.   Going through the Sale on Sale, these are … [Read more...]

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Ideas & Fun Ways To Display Your Favorite Dish Collections

August 14, 2025 by 32 Comments

Welcome to the 881st Tablescape Thursday! There's been a lot going on here at Dollhouse. You may remember the tree in my backyard that dropped a limb a while back. At that time, the tree company that removed the limb didn't feel it necessary to remove the tree itself. Two weeks later, it dropped a much larger limb that landed in my neighbor's yard. It didn't land on anything, but after getting several … [Read more...]

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My July Favorites, Plus A Special Release That Won’t Last Long

August 13, 2025 by 13 Comments

I have a random and fun variety of favorites from the month of July, so let's dive in. Last month, I added several new tops and dresses to my summer wardrobe. Not having enough hangers, I ordered these. In Georgia, where I have a lot more closet space, I've been using the thicker, wooden hangers from IKEA, but with smaller closets here, these have been great. Like wire hangers, they take up very little … [Read more...]

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How The Guest Bathroom Wallpaper & The Bedroom Window Addition Look In Reality

August 11, 2025 by 31 Comments

Welcome to the 863rd Metamorphosis Monday! I hope you had a fun, relaxing weekend! Before we get into the main part of today's post, I want to share one small "adjustment" I made to this seating area here in the office, in case you ordered this ottoman and would find it helpful. You may remember that I ordered this charming, scalloped ottoman for this cozy reading area in my office. When I shared it … [Read more...]

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Snack Preparatons For Game Day & Changes/Additions To The Movie Room

August 7, 2025 by 39 Comments

Welcome to the 880th Tablescape Thursday! Football season is just around the corner. Are you a big football fan? If so, which is your favorite team to watch? I'm not exactly a huge sports fan, but my son, daughter-in-law, and grandchildren definitely are. What I am a fan of is parties! lol When I set up the movie room a few months back, I was hoping it would be a great spot for watching sports throughout … [Read more...]

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The Summer Sales Are Hot! Here Are Just A Few Of My Faves

August 6, 2025 by 1 Comment

The summer sales are in full swing now. This is a great time to take advantage of the end-of-season sales as we move through August. A dress I've had saved at Amazon for a while now is this pretty, all-cotton dress with eyelet details. It's available in 6 colors—the pink and the blue are my favorites. The price is awesome at just $41 here: Pink Cotton/Linen Dress.   Love this embroidered … [Read more...]

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A Shocking Discovery—The Dollhouse Continues To Surprise Me!

August 4, 2025 by 56 Comments

Welcome to the 862nd Metamorphosis Monday! This house keeps blowing my mind! I've owned this cute cottage home for just over a year now. I thought I had uncovered all its secrets, all its hidden history over its 87-year existence. NOPE! Before I share this recent discovery, I promised you a view of how the front of the house looks with all the new plantation shutters installed.  This also ties in with my … [Read more...]

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Teascape With Lenox Winter Greetings, Plus A New Addition To The Office

July 31, 2025 by 30 Comments

Welcome to the 879th Tablescape Thursday! Update: The party is now active! Yay! Since I don't have a lot of my dinnerware here at the Dollhouse, I thought I'd combine two ideas together for today's post. On this last day of July, let's enjoy a Christmas in July Teascape, combined with a Before and After. Normally, this area of the office looks like this, but there's been a new … [Read more...]

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Christmas In July Favorites

July 29, 2025 by 5 Comments

Have you been noticing all the fall, Halloween, and holiday decor that's starting to appear in stores? I once asked about that when I was shopping in a Hobby Lobby, why they put holiday stuff out so early. They said that a lot of crafters start shopping during the summer months to be ready in time for the autumn and winter holidays. That made sense so now I don't get so annoyed when I see those goods in the … [Read more...]

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Easy, Practical Solutions For 3 Common Problems + A Bonus Tip

July 28, 2025 by 16 Comments

Welcome to the 861st Metamorphosis Monday! Do you use doorstops in your home? I've never lived in a home that didn't have those throughout the house where needed—until now. Not sure why, but doorstops were nowhere to be found here in the Dollhouse. I only spotted one when I moved in, a baseboard doorstop that was missing its cap. Unfortunately, the lack of doorstops has led to some damage in a few places, … [Read more...]

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Luxury Designer-Style Scallop Rattan Furniture, Without The Luxury Price

July 25, 2025 by 8 Comments

I had another post planned for today, but I made the most awesome discovery yesterday that I had to share! I have long admired the beautiful designer, scallop, rattan pieces that I've been seeing online and in decor magazines, but I've always been put off by the prices. Just a simple ottoman was often well over $1,000, and larger pieces were $2,000 and up! Thankfully, someone has found a way to make these … [Read more...]

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Beautiful Greek Heritage Themed Table Setting, Featuring Spode ‘Greek’ Dinnerware

July 24, 2025 by 16 Comments

Welcome to the 878th Tablescape Thursday! I have a wonderful table to share with you today! Elena recently wrote, saying, "I have been thinking about doing a table honoring my family's heritage for quite some time, and have changed how I was planning it several times. I started thinking about the theme as three of my Grandparents came here from Greece in the early 1900s. All three came through Ellis Island, … [Read more...]

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Plantation Shutters For The Upstairs Bedrooms & Baths + A Sycamore Bark Palooza!

July 23, 2025 by 29 Comments

Thank you so much for all the suggestions in yesterday's post regarding what type/brand of windows I may have here in the Ohio house, aka, the Dollhouse. I will keep you posted on what I'm able to do with those three foggy windows in the future. In the meantime, yesterday was a busy day around here! My third order of plantation shutters was installed, this time in three upstairs bedrooms and two … [Read more...]

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Cute Pool/Beach Totes & Need Your Help In Identifying This Window Brand/Manufacturer

July 21, 2025 by 33 Comments

Welcome to the 860th Metamorphosis Monday! How was your weekend? I hope your week is off to a great start! I spent an hour or so yesterday removing all the window coverings in the upstairs part of the house since the plantation shutters I ordered for the upstairs are due to be installed tomorrow. I couldn't wait to remove these ancient old shades in the bedrooms and upstairs bath! They are old and … [Read more...]

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My June Favorites, Including Fashion, Home Decor, Gifts, and Personal Hygiene

July 19, 2025 by 14 Comments

Several months back, I purchased a couple of adorable lamps for the kitchen since it doesn't have undercabinet lighting. Actually, it has a couple of fluorescent lights in each corner, but even after changing out the flashing/blinking tubes, they still do not work. One of my goals for this year is to add undercabinet lighting to this kitchen, but as a make-do for now, I added a couple of cute lamps. I've … [Read more...]

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We’re Visiting Sunnyland Bed & Breakfast For A Festive Summer Table Setting

July 17, 2025 by 8 Comments

Welcome to the 877th Tablescape Thursday! Kathryn, the lovely owner of Sunnyland Bed and Breakfast, created a beautiful table for summer.   Kathryn said, " I put together a summery table, and if you add a flag, it would work for the 4th of July!"   Have you ever visited the Pioneer Woman's Mercantile? Kathryn said, "We drove to Oklahoma over Memorial Day weekend and toured the … [Read more...]

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Shopping For Bookcases That Won’t Sag Or Bow

July 16, 2025 by 11 Comments

Recently, a lovely BNOTP reader emailed to ask if I had any recommendations for bookcases. I haven't had a lot of experience with buying bookcases, but I did recommend staying away from the Billy bookcase for storing heavy, hardback books since I experienced bowing/sagging shelves with the Billys that I purchased several years ago. It seems like I read a few years back that Ikea had started trying to beef … [Read more...]

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Considering A Putnam Ladder For My Small Living Room Library

July 14, 2025 by 25 Comments

Welcome to the 859th Metamorphosis Monday! Remember this photo from a few days ago—a lot of puzzles and books! The puzzles had been stored on a long shelf at the top of the master bedroom closet. I cleared those out for future/anticipated painting in that closet. The books had been on my office bookshelves, and since I was tired of seeing the three Billy Bookcase shelves bowing under the weight of the heavy … [Read more...]

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It’s The Last Day For The Prime Day Sales & Here’s What I’ve Stocked Up On Today

July 11, 2025 by 2 Comments

Since today is the last day of the Prime Day sales, I've been checking out the deals today and have stocked up on several items that I order on a regular basis. Before we get to those, these beautiful solar lights that I have along my walkway in Georgia are currently part of the Prime Day Sales.   I've had them in Georgia for 2-3 years now, and they are still going strong. I've enjoyed them … [Read more...]

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Favorite Napkins Are On Sale, Plus Detailed Steps For Making A Decorative Bee Skep

July 10, 2025 by 10 Comments

Welcome to the 876th Tablescape Thursday! When I'm dreaming up a new tablescape, it makes me silly happy when I discover I have the perfect napkins for the table I want to set. I have been known to set a table almost to completion, but then completely change my mind when I realize I don't have napkins that work for the table. Because of their placement on the table, sometimes atop the salad plate, napkins … [Read more...]

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12+ Favorites That Are On Sale Right Now For Prime Day

July 8, 2025 by 17 Comments

If you've been waiting for Prime Day, it's officially here! I've been checking out the deals today and have taken advantage of some of the really good ones. Today, I'm sharing the things I already own and feel comfortable recommending, along with some of the things I'm considering that have really good reviews. A few months ago, I had an Ecobee Smart/WiFi Thermostat installed upstairs in the Georgia … [Read more...]

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Movie Room Updates, Including Some Great Movie Night Snacks & Treats

July 7, 2025 by 27 Comments

Welcome to the 858th Metamorphosis Monday! How was your weekend? I hope you had a fabulous 4th! I spent mine with family and it was a lot of fun. I drove up a couple of days in advance to get settled in before all the festivities got underway. I don't often attend fireworks displays because of the gridlock traffic that usually follows, but this year was different. We saw a wonderful fireworks show that was … [Read more...]

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9 Patriotic Table Settings For The 4th Of July—Happy Independence Day!

July 2, 2025 by 6 Comments

Welcome to the 875th Tablescape Thursday! I'm posting our Tablescape Thursday party a little early this week since I'll be driving north today to celebrate Independence Day with family. The next few days are going to be busy with grilling out, pool time, corn hole games, fireworks, and a lot of fun patriotic celebrations. If you're looking for some last-minute inspiration for your 4th of July tables or … [Read more...]

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A Little Before/After To Correct An Annoying Lilly Pulitzer Dress Sleeve Issue

June 30, 2025 by 7 Comments

Welcome to the 857th Metamorphosis Monday! I have a little Before/After to share that you may find helpful if you've ever run into a similar issue (that I did) with the sleeves of a dress or shirt. One of my favorite styles from Lilly Pulitzer is their Pilar Tunic. This dress is so cool and comfortable! I enjoy wearing it so much that over the past two years, I've added it to my summer wardrobe in three … [Read more...]

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These Are My Favorites From The Sale, Including Those That Are Double Discounted

June 28, 2025 by 2 Comments

Come along and see what I'm loving in the current Talbot's sale! It's a really good one! Instead of just the normal 40% off any 1 item that they occasionally do, this sale is 40% off everything, even those pieces that are already on sale! Love that! So, you know I'm a huge fan of shirts that have a coordinating collar and cuffs.   This shirt is already so pretty, the coordinating cuffs and … [Read more...]

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Celebrating Summer With A Floral Explosion Tablescape On The Porch

June 26, 2025 by 15 Comments

Welcome to the 874th Tablescape Thursday! When I last left you, I was lamenting the dirty state of the porch furniture after our very rainy, messy, pollen season.   I reached out to the pressure washing company that I've used in the past to get a quote for cleaning the decks and the outdoor wicker I have here on the porch. They promised to get a quote back to me that … [Read more...]

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10 Fun Ideas For 4th Of July Or Summer Party

June 24, 2025 by 13 Comments

Summer is officially here! That means more time outdoors for grilling out, playing cornhole, and enjoying time with family and friends. For us Americans, the 4th of July is just around the corner. Today, I've pulled together a few recipes, crafts, and centerpiece ideas that would work for a summer party. I've included some 4th of July decor ideas, too. Would you like to make a flag for your porch this … [Read more...]

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Cleaning An Extra-Dirty Porch For Spring, What A Job It Has Been This Year!

June 23, 2025 by 37 Comments

Welcome to the 856th Metamorphosis Monday! How long have I been back in Georgia? Feels like ages, but it's only been 12 days. I've been busy dealing with yard work, getting quotes for bathroom renovations, and cleaning the screened porch. Normally, once winter has passed, I give the porch a good cleaning from top to bottom. That process is usually a two-day event that takes place over one weekend. Then, … [Read more...]

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More Affordable Fashion Finds, What I’m Buying, Plus The Cutest LEGO Set Ever!

June 21, 2025 by 9 Comments

Last week, I ordered this beautiful top that reminded me so much of the tops I've purchased in the past from Lilly Pulitzer. It arrived and I love it! The colors are exactly as they appeared online...beautiful!  (Top is available here: Beautiful Top for Summer.)   Since that top turned out to be so nice, I decided to check out some of the other tops with great reviews. Here are a few of my … [Read more...]

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4 Beautiful Table Settings—So Much Inspiration!

June 19, 2025 by 5 Comments

Welcome to the 873rd Tablescape Thursday! I am a tad under the weather this week, but I've been working on a beach-themed table that I'm looking forward to sharing with you next week. Today, I have several beautiful settings to share that I know you're going to love! Debra put together this beautiful candlelit table for Easter this year.   Her dinnerware is Memory Lane by Royal—such a … [Read more...]

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Two Very Different Home Offices In Two Very Different Homes

June 18, 2025 by 29 Comments

Thanks so much for all your great suggestions for outdoor patio/deck furniture brands to consider for my round patio at the Dollhouse! I have a lot of homework to do, checking out all your suggestions. I had no idea there were so many great options! Since returning home to Georgia, I've been thinking about how very different the office in the Dollhouse is from the one here. In this older photo, before I … [Read more...]

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Shopping For Outdoor Furniture: Polywood vs C.R. Plastic

June 16, 2025 by 30 Comments

Welcome to the 855th Metamorphosis Monday! Hope you had a great weekend! One of my future goals for the Dollhouse is to purchase outdoor furniture for the patio. That may not happen this year, but I definitely want to do that by next summer. (The photo below is from when the home was listed for sale several years back.)   Here's another view of the patio looking back toward the house. Before … [Read more...]

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Summer Favorites & An Incredible Sale On Sale!

June 14, 2025 by 10 Comments

I've been shopping the summer clothing sales, and there are some really great ones happening right now. Before we get to the sales, I have to share this top that I discovered today that reminds me so much of my favorite Lilly Pulitzer tops, but for a whole lot less. I love the design and the color! You'll find this pretty floral top available here: Pretty Summer Top.   Love the color of this … [Read more...]

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Sunflowers, Birds & Bees—It’s Almost Summer!

June 12, 2025 by 7 Comments

Welcome to the 872nd Tablescape Thursday! Whew! Long drive yesterday! I'm back home in Georgia and will be working all day today cleaning off the porches. The pollen is knee-deep on both! Just before leaving the Dollhouse to head back, I received a lovely email from my friend, Linda, sharing a beautiful table she recently created.   This table setting has a wonderful bee theme that's perfect … [Read more...]

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My May Favorites, So Many Great Ones To Share This Month!

June 10, 2025 by 7 Comments

Last month, I made some awesome finds that I have really been enjoying. In the post I shared recently about the guest bath, I forgot to mention one change I made in that room. When I first moved into the Dollhouse, I had to come up with a sneaky way to store TP in this room since the sink is a pedestal sink. I ended up purchasing the cute, woven basket that's visible in the picture below. It is designed to … [Read more...]

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Plans Are In Motion For The Powder Room! It’s Gonna Be Wild!

June 9, 2025 by 71 Comments

Welcome to the 854th Metamorphosis Monday! How was your weekend? I hope it was fabulous! For this week's Met Monday, I'm sharing a few updates I've made to the guest bath, along with some big changes that will be coming this summer, if not sooner. This small powder room is located on the main floor of the Dollhouse. Ever since moving in last June, I've been itching to make some changes in this room. I … [Read more...]

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11 Favorite Gift Ideas For The Guys, These Would Be Great For Father’s Day!

June 8, 2025 by 3 Comments

With Father's Day just a week away, today I'm sharing some of my and my son's favorites, in case you're looking for that perfect Father's Day gift or a great gift for any of the guys in your family. The Yeti Tundra cooler is always at the top of my list when looking for a gift the guys (or the gals) will enjoy. It's awesome for camping and fishing trips or just hanging out in the backyard. My son and his … [Read more...]

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New Lighting For Small Mudroom & Basement Stairs, Plus, A Wonderful Surprise!

June 7, 2025 by 12 Comments

Happy Weekend! I have a few Dollhouse updates to share, updates that I've been hoping to have done ever since moving into the Dollhouse. In this photo from when the home was listed for sale several years back, we see the back hallway that leads both out to the garage and around the corner to the basement. The light in that small entry/mini mudroom has been on my radar ever since moving … [Read more...]

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A Spode Blue Italian Sale & Some Fun, Tasty Ideas For Your 4th Of July Celebrations

June 5, 2025 by 7 Comments

Welcome to the 871st Tablescape Thursday! My friends are enablers—in the best way! Ha! Recently, I received an email from a friend letting me know about a great sale on Spode's iconic dinnerware, Blue Italian. Her timing was perfect, as just a few days ago, I was thinking about how much I miss the Blue Willow china that is my daily dinnerware back in Georgia. During my visits to the Dollhouse, I've come … [Read more...]

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Choosing The Right Size Pillow Insert For Your Pillow Cover Or Pillow Sham

June 4, 2025 by 6 Comments

When I purchased inserts for the Euro pillows and shams for my bed in 2014, the company from whom I purchased them, Bed of Roses, recommended that I size up 2 inches for the inserts. In other words, if a Euro sham measures 26 x 26, they recommend a 28 x 28 insert. I loved their inserts because they were so substantial and heavy. When they arrived, I could have sworn they were from a design house that an … [Read more...]

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Some Fun Additions To The Movie Room + Adding Lights To The Basement Stairs

June 2, 2025 by 24 Comments

Welcome to the 853rd Metamorphosis Monday! We had our second movie night in the recently created movie room and it was so much fun!   The movie kit I purchased a while back included "official" movie tickets that the boys filled out for the invited guests. Attendees weren't allowed to enter the theater until an usher/Maitre d' had taken their ticket, returning the stub as proof of admission. … [Read more...]

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A Bit Of Sunshine And Whimsy On A Rainy Day

May 30, 2025 by 13 Comments

With the almost constant rain we've been having over the past few weeks, I have been wearing my favorite rain boots a lot! They are the perfect solution for keeping my feet dry while running errands on messy, rainy days! I know a lot of you have been experiencing this never-ending rain in your area, as well. The forecast keeps tricking us here, forecasting a week of sunshine that somehow always ends up … [Read more...]

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