Welcome to the 346th Tablescape Thursday! Elena put together the most adorable table for Easter this year. Though perfect for Easter, this tablescape would be great anytime during the spring and summer months. In her email, Elena said, "It all started with Williams Sonoma blue damask bunny plates that absolutely stole my heart." Elena added, "I loved the bunny plates so much that I … [Read more...]
In The BNOTP Library: Novel Interiors
May 6, 2015 by 2 Comments
I'm obsessed with any book that takes two of my favorite loves (interior design and literature) and manages to merge them together in a wonderful and enchanting way. Novel Interiors subtitle says it all: Living In Enchanted Rooms Inspired by Literature. In the BNOTP Library: Novel Interiors: Living in Enchanted Rooms Inspired by Literature Author: Lisa Borgnes … [Read more...]
Goodbye Winter Bedding, Hello Spring!
May 4, 2015 by 72 Comments
Welcome to the 327th Metamorphosis Monday! This has been one of the coolest springs I remember having in a long time. I'm not complaining, it's been wonderful, but the chilly nights have had me holding onto my winter bedding a little longer than I had planned. If you were reading BNOTP this past winter, you'll remember I purchased tartan bedding to use during the fall and winter months. … [Read more...]
In The BNOTP Library: Flea Market Decorating
May 3, 2015 by 2 Comments
After our trip to A Classy Flea on Friday, I knew just the book to share from my decor library! In the BNOTP Library: Flea Market Decorating: Creating Style with Vintage Finds (Better Homes & Gardens) Author: Vicki Ingham Love rummaging through a thrift store of flea market in search of an undiscovered treasure? This book offers great ideas for seeing those flea market finds in … [Read more...]
Antiquing at A Classy Flea
May 1, 2015 by 44 Comments
It's been a long time since we went antiquing at A Classy Flea. Just inside the front door I spotted this painted chest. This would be cute in so many places. I could see it in hallway, a bathroom, a bedroom or on a porch. Of course, you could use it in a dining room but I love using pieces like this is unexpected spots. $249 I was tempted by this book, tons of beautiful pictures inside! … [Read more...]
Patriotic Table Setting For Memorial Day & 4th of July
April 30, 2015 by 28 Comments
Welcome to the 345th Tablescape Thursday! One of my favorite tablescapes for summertime dining on the porch is one celebrating our patriotic holidays. Over the next few months we have three coming up: Memorial Day in May, Flag Day in June and Independence Day in July. Time to break out the red, white and blue! It was a beautiful day as I played out on the porch. Love seeing the trees … [Read more...]
In The BNOTP Library: Designers In Residence
April 29, 2015 by 6 Comments
Some of my favorite decor books are those that take us into the private homes of designers. The book I'm featuring today takes us into the home of 18 designers, including names like Nina Campbell, Rachel Ashwell and Charlotte Moss. In the BNOTP Library: Designers in Residence: The Personal Style of Top Women Decorators and Designers Author: Claire Whitcomb 3 Things I Like … [Read more...]
Fast & Easy Juicing For The Lazy Cook
April 27, 2015 by 81 Comments
Welcome to the 326th Metamorphosis Monday! Hope you had a wonderful weekend! I'm sharing an edible "Before and After" for this Met Monday. I love to eat but don't necessarily enjoy cooking unless it's for a party or a gathering of friends or family, then I do look forward to cooking. But if it's just me, I'm more prone to grab a handful of nuts or eat a piece of salmon and call it a meal. Recently I've … [Read more...]
In The BNOTP Library: Creating A New Old House
April 25, 2015 by 5 Comments
Old homes have so much character and charm. Unfortunately, they also require a lot of repairs and updating to make them comfortable for every day living. The book I'm featuring from my Decor library today offers an alternative for those of us who love old homes but not so much the expense of maintaining them. In the BNOTP Library: Creating a New Old House: Yesterday's Character for Today's … [Read more...]
No Matter Where It Finds You
April 24, 2015 by 30 Comments
On Monday evening I drove into Atlanta to visit a store inside Phipps Plaza. I purposely drove in late to avoid the end-of-day, going home traffic. I finished my shopping just before the store closed at 8:00 PM. As I was leaving, something caught my eye. We get a finite number of sunsets in our lifetime. So much beauty and it's completely free. Stop and … [Read more...]
