In April 2009 I posted a "garden party" table setting out on the porch. Do you remember this tablescape? The flower pots are actually Oreo "Dirt" Cheesecake dessert. The chargers for this setting were large terracotta saucers, the type that go under terracotta pots. The little elastic band on the garden gloves acted as napkin rings. (You can view this garden party table setting and get the recipe … [Read more...]
Valentine’s Day Decorating Ideas
January 25, 2013 by 35 Comments
Yesterday I shared my friend, Marie's whimsical Valentine's Day tablescape, HERE featuring lots of cute little froggies. Just off to the right, tucked backed into the corner, is a large white tree Marie decorates for various holidays. I realized later, I probably should have taken pics when I first arrived, but I was hungry, hungry and had lunch on my mind. We had so much fun shopping, it was starting to … [Read more...]
A Valentine’s Day Table Setting, Elegant and Whimsical
January 24, 2013 by 57 Comments
Welcome to the 229th Tablescape Thursday! With Valentine's Day just a few weeks away, I'm excited to share a wonderfully, whimsical Valentine's Day table setting created by my friend, Marie. This table setting has it all! There's plenty of whimsy, but with touches of glitz and glamour, too! For her centerpiece, Marie assembled a sparkly collection of red vases and filled them with lots of fluffy, … [Read more...]
Porch Decorated for Valentine’s Day
January 22, 2013 by 52 Comments
Today I played hooky and it was soooo much fun. I highly recommend it! ;) I guess it wasn't really hooky since I snapped some fun pics and garnered some great Valentine's Day decorating ideas to bring back and share with you. Such a great way to spend a cold January day. I had lunch with my friend, Marie, followed by a fun day of shopping. We visited all our favorite shopping haunts around town and … [Read more...]
Resin Candle Covers and Silk-Wrapped Bulbs for the Bedroom Chandelier
January 21, 2013 by 88 Comments
Welcome to the 209th Metamorphosis Monday! I have a little master bedroom update to share for this Met Monday. You may remember, back in November I updated the candle covers on the chandelier in the dining room. The old plastic covers had gradually yellowed over the past 16+ years and were looking pretty bad. I also replaced the regular bulbs that were so glaring on the eyes with silk-wrapped bulbs. … [Read more...]
Top 10 Faves On My Winter Survival List, 2013
January 18, 2013 by 96 Comments
Last winter I put together a list of a few of my favorite things that help get me through the cold winter months. I ask in that post what helps you survive the winter and your comments were filled with wonderful ideas and suggestions. Thanks so much for sharing your fave winter survival tips. Since we're well into the throes of another winter, with at least two months ahead of us, I thought it would be … [Read more...]
A New Year’s Eve Table Setting
January 17, 2013 by 57 Comments
Welcome to the 228th Tablescape Thursday! Every year I plan to create a New Year's Eve table setting to share here on BNOTP and every year, time gets away from me and I never seem to get one done. I've had an idea brewing in the back of mind forever. Even though I didn't have a New Year's party this year, I decided to go ahead and put a table together just for fun. Before I share my New Year's Eve … [Read more...]
The Proposal
January 15, 2013 by 87 Comments
Have you ever wondered where the house in the movie, The Proposal, is located? Or, have you ever wondered if it's a real home, a movie set or a "fake" house built just for the movie? The House in the Movie, The Proposal Imagine one day there's a knock at your door. You answer and a smiling movie-location-scout is asking to use your home for the upcoming movie, The Proposal, starring Sandra Bullock and … [Read more...]
Office Update: Finally Found the Right Spot
January 14, 2013 by 142 Comments
Welcome to the 208th Metamorphosis Monday! How was your weekend? We've been having unusually warm weather...70 degrees out on the porch yesterday and today. Crazy! This is January, right? Yesterday was my birthday and I'm not sure when I remember a birthday this warm. Loving it while it last, though. I have a small Before/After for this Met Monday, one I thought I'd share in case it's helpful or … [Read more...]
A New Year’s Table Setting with Pottery Barn Clock Plates
January 10, 2013 by 33 Comments
Welcome to the 227th Tablescape Thursday! My friend, Bonnie, rang in the New Year with a wonderful dinner party. Bonnie said, "The day started out on a beautiful note.... with snow!" What a gorgeous view! Let's go inside where it's nice and warm. The table is all ready, even the chandelier is decorated for this celebration. And look! It's the Blue Hour! Bonnie's dining room is so … [Read more...]
