Do you have a smart thermostat in your home? When I replaced both of the thermostats in my home a year or so back, I chose standard, non-Smart thermostats. At that time, I didn't see the need for another wifi-enabled device in my life. Now that I am spending more time in Ohio, I have begun to regret that decision. Georgia weather can be extremely unpredictable with snow one day and 75-degree temps three … [Read more...]
All My Favorites For Tackling Spring Cleaning + Which Smart Thermostat Is Best?
February 24, 2025 by 14 Comments
Welcome to the 839th Metamorphosis Monday! Thanks so much for all your awesome input yesterday! The Dollhouse keeps boxing me into weird corners where the thing I really want to do, doesn't necessarily work in that house. I'm stubborn, though. lol My favorite style bed is a 4-poster style bed, I've always found them to be so romantic and over-the-top beautiful. So since the prevailing opinion in the … [Read more...]
Beautiful 4-Poster, Canopy Beds That I’m Considering For The Dollhouse Bedroom
February 22, 2025 by 36 Comments
Shortly after I moved into the Dollhouse, I purchased an inexpensive bed and mattress on Amazon so I'd have a place to sleep that wasn't a mattress on the floor. lol That bed is still working great, but I've been itching to change it out for a 4-poster bed. I figure if I ever decide to move to the Dollhouse full-time, bringing my current bed from Georgia along with me, I could always move any bed I purchase … [Read more...]
The Spring Dinnerware Is Out Now—Saw So Many Wonderful Things On This Trip!
February 20, 2025 by 21 Comments
Welcome to the 856th Tablescape Thursday! I love this time of year when all the spring dinnerware starts appearing in the shoppes. Suffering from a touch of cabin fever, I headed out yesterday for a visit to one of my favorite places, Williams-Sonoma. They were well stocked with so many spring and Easter goodies! I have always loved this cabbage dinnerware! I have a few dinner plates but would love to … [Read more...]
Obsessed! Ordered One, Then Had To Order All The Others!
February 18, 2025 by 19 Comments
If you're not the biggest fan of winter (like me) take heart because we are on the downhill slide now. There is one thing I love about wintertime: the cold temps give me a guilt-free excuse to stay inside and spend more time doing puzzles. Recently I was thinking about how much I love working a beautiful puzzle and I wondered why I enjoy them so much. It must be because I find the process so peaceful and … [Read more...]
2-Drawer Dishwashers: Which Brand Is Best & What Are The Pros & Cons
February 17, 2025 by 33 Comments
Welcome to the 838th Metamorphosis Monday! How was your weekend? We were having a tease of spring here in Georgia, but it's gone now and winter is back! This happens every year, of course, that little tease of spring that lasts about a week before the cold returns. At least it doesn't look like what I'm seeing through my RING doorbell in Ohio. I'm so glad I'm not there right now! I have a … [Read more...]
Favorites Dresses and Jewelry For Spring—I Couldn’t Resist & Ordered The Daisy Dress!
February 15, 2025 by 14 Comments
When I'm not running around in white shorts and colorful tops during the summertime, I love wearing light, airy dresses during the summer. I love how comfortable they are and find them even cooler in the summertime than shorts. I've been dress shopping this week and here are some of my favorites in all price ranges. This cotton dress is super affordable and available in so many colors including white. It … [Read more...]
A Little Inspiration For A Romantic (and Yummy) Valentine’s Day
February 13, 2025 by 8 Comments
Welcome to the 855th Tablescape Thursday! Since tomorrow is Valentine's Day, today I'm sharing a few previous Valentine's Day tablescapes, including a heart cake recipe. (Click on any post title below for additional photos and recipes.) Woodland-Themed Valentine's Day Table with a Touch of Spring. Candlelit Valentine's Day Table Setting. Heart-Shaped Napkin Fold with Detailed … [Read more...]
A Few Of My 2025 Goals For This Lovely 87-Year Old Cottage, aka, The Dollhouse
February 12, 2025 by 55 Comments
Recently a lovely BNOTP reader asked what my goals or plans were for the Ohio cottage, aka, the Dollhouse, this year. I do have quite a list of things I would like to accomplish this year, starting here in the kitchen. Last year I replaced the ancient refrigerator that had multiple broken shelves and a non-working icemaker. One appliance down, three to go! All of the other appliances are … [Read more...]
2 Budget-Friendly Ways To Protect Your Bags From Stains
February 10, 2025 by 19 Comments
Welcome to the 837th Metamorphosis Monday! I've been working on a post all morning, but it is taking a lot longer to write than I had expected. So how about something fun and fluffy, some eye candy for this week's Met Monday! I think this post is going to be a lot more fun than the one I was working on for today. Ha! Many years ago, while shopping in the Hermes Boutique in Atlanta, I came across a bag I … [Read more...]
