Welcome to the 276th Metamorphosis Monday! How was your weekend? Was it busy with spring chores are spring fun? Sometimes they are the same thing, aren't they? I have some fun "Before & After" gardening ideas to share today, pulled from a wonderful garden tour I attended locally on Saturday thanks to my friend, Carra who generously shared her tickets when it turned out she wouldn't be able to … [Read more...]
Motherhood: The Longest-Running Continuous Production Of Your Life
May 11, 2014 by 31 Comments
Happy Mother's Day! I miss Erma. Happy Mother's Day to Mothers everywhere! Source: The Gettysburg Times … [Read more...]
In The BNOTP Library: P. Allen Smith’s Garden Home
May 9, 2014 by 22 Comments
I used to love watching P. Allen Smith when he was on TV. He may still be on TV, does anyone know? Many years ago when he was the speaker at a spring garden tour in Macon, Georgia, I drove down with a friend to attend the tour and hear him speak. I was so impressed with how down-to-earth and nice he was. Over the years I've purchase a number of his books and the one I'm sharing today is my favorite because … [Read more...]
Sunny Spring Table Setting
May 8, 2014 by 25 Comments
Welcome to the 295th Tablescape Thursday! Has it been rainy lately in your area? It was here for a while but we have sunny days again now and I'm so glad! During a recent rainy day Pinky who blogs at Designs by Pinky, created a table setting guaranteed to make any gloomy day a whole lot more cheerful. Pinky wanted to add a bit of texture to this setting. Rattan chargers worked great to add that … [Read more...]
In The BNOTP Library: The Conservatory Book
May 7, 2014 by 5 Comments
I love the look and romance of a beautiful conservatory. Remember the one in the movie, Practical Magic? I loved that conservatory! The book I'm sharing today will have you dreaming of beautiful conservatories. In the BNOTP Library: The Conservatory Book Author: Peter Marston Hardcover: 160 pages Book size: 11.7 x 9.6 x 0.8 3 Things I Like About This Book: Pictures … [Read more...]
Freshen Up a Sunroom With A Garden Inspired Design
May 7, 2014 by 43 Comments
It's springtime, time to dress up those special rooms in our homes where the sun streams in on long summer days. Need a little inspiration to get you going? Oh my, you are in for a treat today because Shirley is sharing her sunroom makeover and it is wonderful! Welcome, Shirley and thanks so much for letting us tour your beautiful sunroom today! Hello Between Naps on the Porch readers! My … [Read more...]
In The BNOTP Library: Enchanted Circles
May 6, 2014 by 2 Comments
After seeing Christy's beautiful hydrangea wreath this morning, what better book to share from my library than one that's all about making beautiful wreaths for each season of the year. In the BNOTP Library: Enchanted Circles Author: Elizabeth Jane Lloyd Hardcover: 128 pages Book size: 0.5 x 9.2 x 9.8 3 Things I Like About This Book: Sections of book are divided up … [Read more...]
Make a Hydrangea Wreath for Spring
May 6, 2014 by 17 Comments
Have you decorated your front door for the spring season, yet? Shhh, don't tell anyone but I haven't either. I love what Christy did with her front door, though! It's beautiful and I'm so glad she's here today to show us how to dress up our door for spring. Hi, I'm Christy and I am so thrilled (seriously, ya'll) to be guest hosting at Between Naps on the Porch today! I have been following … [Read more...]
Jazzing Up a Porch For Springtime Enjoyment
May 5, 2014 by 41 Comments
Welcome to the 275th Metamorphosis Monday! I love, love, love how the days are getting longer. Okay, the days aren't really getting longer but you know what I mean. The daylight is staying with us more and more and I just love it! With more daylight hours for playing, it's time to get out there and spruce up our outdoor spaces and that's exactly what Mary and Dave from Front Porch Ideas and More did … [Read more...]
In The BNOTP Library: Chris Madden, The Soul Of A House
May 3, 2014 by 16 Comments
Chris Madden, The Soul of a House, is the first book of Chris Madden's that I ever purchased. I liked it so much, I immediately ordered two of her previous books. Isn't it wonderful when a book is so good, you can't wait to buy others by the same author. I love that and I do it often when I find an author or designer I really like. In the BNOTP Library: Chris Madden The Soul of a House: … [Read more...]
