For this past Tablescape Thursday, I shared a beautiful tea party Selma hosted for the staff at the specialty vet clinic that cares for her sweet kitties. Selma humorously called her party a St. Catrick's Day party since the clinic is just cats. Selma set two tables for the occasion, one in her dining and one in her living room. If you missed seeing the table she set in her dining room, … [Read more...]
A St. Patrick’s Day Porch: Fun Ideas for Decorating Your Porch for St. Patrick’s Day!
March 15, 2021 by 39 Comments
Welcome to the 633rd Metamorphosis Monday, a blog party sharing fabulous Before and Afters! We've been having the most amazing weather over the last few weeks. It was 78° out on the porch today and I couldn't wait to get out there and play a little. I turned on the fans overhead--love those soft breezes. After a bit of cleaning and sprucing, I began adding a few touches for St. Patrick's … [Read more...]
Bunnies, Butterflies and Blossoms for Spring
March 13, 2021 by 15 Comments
So, I have this thing for bunnies. This sweet bunny first appeared in a spring table setting back in 201o and ever since then, bunnies seem to always find a way into my spring tables. Who could resist that face?! Over the years I've continued adding to my bunny menagerie, they are great as a spring or Easter centerpiece or for any place you would like to add a bit of spring … [Read more...]
A St. Patrick’s Day Celebration with a Twist
March 11, 2021 by 13 Comments
Welcome to the 650th Tablescape Thursday, a blog party sharing beautiful table settings for all occasions! Last year I shared a beautiful "Sweet 16" Birthday celebration party put together by Selma, a lovely BNOTP reader and fellow tablescape lover. Selma is definitely one of us--she loves entertaining and setting beautiful tables for her family and friends. If you missed this wonderful table below, … [Read more...]
Toni’s Elegant & Practical Solution to Upgrade Her Desk Space and Closet Storage
March 10, 2021 by 7 Comments
Last year, while I was staying with family and helping with my grandsons for a couple of months, you may remember that I purchased a desk to work at while I was there. I actually purchased a couple of desks during that time. The first one turned out to be a bit too shallow for my needs so I ended up purchasing a second one. My daughter-in-law and l were both desk shopping around the same time and I sent … [Read more...]
My Favorite Products for the Best Shiny & Clean “Afters”
March 8, 2021 by 18 Comments
Welcome to the 632nd Metamorphosis Monday, a blog party sharing fabulous Before and Afters! Over the last couple of weeks, I've received several emails from BNOTP readers asking about the various cleaning products I use and have mentioned loving in previous posts. Since it's almost time for some serious spring cleaning, for this week's Met Monday I'm sharing all the products I love and use in my home. … [Read more...]
Dreaming of Travel to Faraway Places
March 7, 2021 by 18 Comments
I'm reminiscing today...dreaming and reminiscing about travel to faraway places. If you are craving a little travel excursion today, check out the following posts. (Click the title of any post to view it.) A Visit to the Giza Plateau, the Last Remaining Member of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World Dining at Mama's Fish House in Maui, Hawaii Tour the Belleek Pottery … [Read more...]
Why I Never Get Anything Done…
March 5, 2021 by 59 Comments
A recent morning... Awaken. Need to make bed. Start to make bed but notice lint on duvet cover. Go to closet to get lint roller, but find the buffalo-plaid, wearable blanket bought this past winter folded on top of the basket where lint rollers are stored. Oh. Yeah. Remember never got around to finding a good place to hang the blanket after returning from … [Read more...]
Tablescaping Inspiration for Your St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations
March 4, 2021 by 22 Comments
Welcome to the 649th Tablescape Thursday, a blog party sharing beautiful table settings for all occasions! St. Patrick's Day is less than two weeks away! For this week's Tablescape Thursday, I'm sharing a few of the festive tables I've put together in the past for this very green holiday. Hope they provide inspiration for any St. Patty's celebrations you have planned this year. ☘ … [Read more...]
Big Sale on Favorite Spring Fashions + Adorable Bee-Themed Dinnerware
March 2, 2021 by 12 Comments
A few days ago I took you shopping with me in Pottery Barn and Williams Sonoma. There were a few more items I saw and snapped photos of that I didn't get to share in that post, so I'm back today with those, plus some spring clothes inspiration that I think you will love. They even brought back my favorite goes-with-everything polka dot shirt! Do you ever watch Shark Tank? This cutting board was … [Read more...]
