I always love tweaking things to make them a bit more functional or even just a little most pleasing to the eye. Since I've been staying home a little more than usual, I've found myself noticing even the smallest of things that could use some improvement. One of those recently was the nightclothes I sleep in each night. For winter, it's always heavy flannel PJs because I love the extra warmth and … [Read more...]
Nautical, Beach & Fish Themed Flatware: Perfect for a Beach House or Lake Home
July 23, 2020 by 22 Comments
Welcome to the 618th Tablescape Thursday! I've had this post in my head for a while and summertime is a great time to share it. If you've been following BNOTP for a bit, you know I love a fun, beach-themed table setting, especially this time of year. Over the years I've gradually collected several sets of flatware that would be great for use in a beach house, lake house, houseboat or any nautical style … [Read more...]
Only Hermes Can Make You Feel This Spoiled When Buying a Book
July 22, 2020 by 26 Comments
If you've been reading BNOTP for a while, you know I love collecting books about decorating and gardening. In the last few years, I've also purchased a few books on designer fashion, another topic I sometimes enjoy. I don't buy a lot of fashion books but recently I saw one online that I'd heard about. It sounded really cute so I decided to order it. This book is a bit unusual because it's a … [Read more...]
Starry Starry Night, Turn Your Bedroom Into a Starry Haven for Sleeping
July 20, 2020 by 51 Comments
Welcome to the 599th Metamorphosis Monday! Have you ever ordered something and when it arrived it exceeded your expectations? That doesn't happen very often, does it? I've been wanting to create a starry sky effect on my bedroom ceiling but my first attempt didn't work out so great. At first, I ordered one of those machines you see online that projects stars onto the ceiling. I should … [Read more...]
June Favorites & A Miracle Cleaner That Saved My White Cabinet from Ruin
July 17, 2020 by 32 Comments
We're already halfway through July and I just realized I never shared my favorites from the month of June. These Lilly Pulitzer inspired masks are at the top of that list. When I'm out and about these days, it's mostly just for a stop by the grocery store or the bird store for more birdseed. Every single time I wear one of these, someone compliments them. I had to stop by my Endocrinologist's office … [Read more...]
A Patriotic Tea Party with American Grown Tea from the Charleston Tea Garden
July 16, 2020 by 28 Comments
Welcome to the 617th Tablescape Thursday! Recently, Deonna, a BNOTP reader, hosted a wonderful patriotic tea in her home. Deonna loves American history so her beautiful Liberty Blue is a favorite, especially around patriotic holidays like we just celebrated recently. Is this not stunning?! Wow! I love this pattern, so perfect for a 4th of July celebration or tea … [Read more...]
Let’s Take a Virtual Vacation: Hawaii, Ireland, Egypt, Morocco, Kenya and More!
July 15, 2020 by 8 Comments
I'm sure this isn't the summer you planned or the one you envisioned. Instead of a relaxing beach trip or a trip to the mountains, instead of traveling across the country to visit friends or family, instead of a trip to Europe or other far-flung places, most of us are staying home away from the airports and crowds. Home feels safer right now, at least it's familiar. So how about today we take a few … [Read more...]
Making a Few Changes and Upgrades, From the Kitchen to the Bath
July 13, 2020 by 31 Comments
Welcome to the 598th Metamorphosis Monday! It's funny all the things you notice when you're home a lot! I've been making a lot of small changes, little updates in both the kitchen and bath that are really long overdue. For example, a while back I noticed the wood tray I store my flatware in had somehow gotten stained over the years. I'm guessing something splashed or dripped inside the drawer … [Read more...]
A Fabulous Sale & A Surprise Find for 1/3 the Cost! Could It Be The Same?
July 11, 2020 by 16 Comments
Happy Weekend! This whole past month I have been working on tons of little mini-projects here around the house. Ever since I returned from Ohio, I've been deep into spring cleaning, actually more like spring clearing. I've been going through bathroom closets, replacing the old, warped, brown-stained wood shelving with bright-white, wide, flat melamine shelving. I've been clearing out drawers, … [Read more...]
Imagine Dining Seaside by Candlelight
July 9, 2020 by 34 Comments
Welcome to the 616th Tablescape Thursday! I was so in the mood for setting a table with a nautical, beachy feel. I was envisioning a table setting in soft, aqua colors. Not sure exactly sure how it happened but the next thing I knew, I was setting a red, white and blue nautical table. It was a beautiful day to play on the porch. Later in the evening, we had the most ferocious storm, so … [Read more...]
