Welcome to the 350th Metamorphosis Monday! I'm super excited to share a wonderful autumn porch makeover by my friends, Mary and Dave at Front Porch Ideas and More. This makeover has lots of great ideas including no-sew pillows, a DIY table runner and an outdoor furniture makeover done on a budget. Here's Mary now to share how she and Dave, with the help of their darling granddaughter, Millie, … [Read more...]
In The BNOTP Library: Dreaming of Tuscany
October 10, 2015 by 13 Comments
Barbara Ohrbach books are always a joy to read, including the one I'm sharing today. I purchased this book and another of Barbara's books about Italy, a few months before leaving to visit the area. If all goes as planned, I should be walking the streets of Tuscany as you read this. Keep me in your thoughts, dear Friend, as I will you! :) In the BNOTP Library: Dreaming of Tuscany: Where to … [Read more...]
A Visit to Radicofani & the Orcia Valley
October 9, 2015 by 47 Comments
Happy Friday! Do you have a fun weekend planned? It's late here, but before I turn in, I thought I'd share a few photos from today's excursions into the Tuscan countryside. Doesn't this photo scream Tuscany? Though it was pretty hazy out and not the greatest day for landscape photos, this one was pretty much a requirement when we happened upon it. Do you think the folks who live here planted all those … [Read more...]
When in Rome…
October 8, 2015 by 34 Comments
Welcome to the 368th Tablescape Thursday! As I type this, my laptop says it's 3:24 PM, but I know that's EST time back home in Georgia. The handy little "Dual Clock" widget on my phone informs me that it's actually 9:24 PM where my physical body finds itself...Rome, Italy. After traveling over 5,000 miles and crossing six time zones, I arrived early this morning just in time to catch this beautiful … [Read more...]
10 Books On My Decorating, Gardening, Entertaining Wish List
October 7, 2015 by 10 Comments
Pssst: By the time this post goes live, I'll be in Italy. I'll be sharing photos from there regularly on Instagram and would love to have you follow the fun! You'll find BNOTP on Instagram here: Between Naps On The Porch Instagram Normally when I share a decorating, gardening or entertaining/table setting book with you, it's always one I already own. I have a "Wish List" of books I would love to … [Read more...]
7 Ways To Decorate Your Home for Autumn & Halloween
October 6, 2015 by 18 Comments
How did it get to be October so quickly?! With fall here and Halloween just a few weeks away, how about a little inspiration for your autumn and Halloween decorating. Thanks so much to Town and Country Magazine for sharing my Chinoiserie DIY pumpkin craft in their article titled, "Everyone is Turning Their Pumpkins Into Chinoiserie Pieces of Art." Also, thanks to House Beautiful for sharing that project … [Read more...]
How To Refurbish A Rusted Old Bistro Set
October 5, 2015 by 51 Comments
Welcome to the 349th Metamorphosis Monday! This cool fall weather has me itching to get outside and do a little sprucing up. Lately I've been noticing the bistro table I love to use for outdoor dining was starting to show its age. I normally use a tablecloth when dining here but the rest of the time the table is uncovered for everyday use. This set is made of metal. When … [Read more...]
Dinner Under The Stars With a Spirited Performance By Maasai Warriors
October 1, 2015 by 60 Comments
Welcome to the 367th Tablescape Thursday! One afternoon while relaxing on the deck of my tent during my trip to Kenya... ...this invitation was hand-delivered to my door. Ummm, what have they planned for us now? Promptly at 19:00 hours, I made my way to the main tent where the Mahaliz Mzuri bar is located. Since it was now dark, I had to be escorted by one of the Maasai … [Read more...]
Answering Your Safari Travel Questions & What I Brought Back From Kenya
September 29, 2015 by 80 Comments
I've received a lot of questions via email and comments about the recent trip I took to Africa. Today, I thought I'd take time to answer some of those and to make this post a bit more fun so it's not just a bunch of words, I'm including pictures of the souvenirs I brought back, along with some of the little gifts I received during my stay at Mahali Mzuri and Giraffe Manor. Please Note: The captions under … [Read more...]
Mahali Mzuri: An Unforgettable Stay at Sir Richard Branson’s Safari Camp in Kenya
September 28, 2015 by 79 Comments
Welcome to the 348th Metamorphosis Monday! What comes to mind when you hear the phrase, "Going on safari?" For the next few minutes, erase all the pre-existing ideas, thoughts, and concepts you have about what it's like to go on safari. If there's anything I've learned from my recent trip to Africa, it's that safari camps and safari experiences can all be completely different. No two safari camps or safari … [Read more...]
