I have some really cute summer goodies to share, and all are currently on sale, well, except for one, but it's so cute, I had to include it! Hope you enjoy this collection of spring/summer finds. I have been eyeing these Skechers for weeks. They would be perfect with shorts this spring and summer. The floral embroidery is so pretty! You'll find these adorable sneakers available here: Skechers Embroidered … [Read more...]

I have grown to love this time of year when nature can't make up its mind what season to be. lol The mornings are chilly with temps anywhere from the upper 40s to the mid 60s. Every morning is truly a surprise. Being a lover of warm weather, I eagerly watch the weather station in my office and kitchen, growing excited as I see the temps tick up. Sometimes I cheat and look at the Weather Bug app on my phone … [Read more...]

We've been having some really beautiful spring-like days this past week. Are you seeing signs of spring in your area, too? It makes me so happy to see the daylight staying with us a whole hour longer each day since the time change this past weekend. The little magnolia tree in the front yard of the Dollhouse is starting to flower, and shoots are popping up everywhere in the garden. What are you seeing in … [Read more...]

The end-of-winter sales have started, and Talbots has an amazing sale going on right now. All of their sale items are currently an additional 70% off.  New season items are 30% off. This is when I normally stock up on their jeggings that I love wearing throughout the year. Here are some examples of the amazing sales you'll find right now. This pretty snowflake sweateris 70%. It was originally 99.50 and now … [Read more...]

Do you own a Bogg Bag? Have you ever heard of them? I didn't know they existed until last summer. I can't remember how they first came onto my radar, but once I saw one in person, I could see why they were so popular. They are super practical bags for busy moms who haul around a lot of kid stuff. They are also great for taking along to the pool or on a beach vacation since they are almost indestructible and … [Read more...]

If you have Spode Woodland dinnerware and use it this time of year...     ...Spode has a charming woodland flatware set that's perfect with their Woodland pattern dinnerware.     The design is beautifully detailed and is currently available here: Spode Woodland Flatware. You'll find Spode Woodland dinnerware place settings on sale 10% off here: Spode Woodland … [Read more...]

It's starting to get pretty cold here at night. Though spring and summer will always be my favorite seasons, as I've gotten older, I've begun to appreciate the fall and winter months more and more. My favorite part of winter, other than the holidays, is the much slower pace of the winter months. One thing I do not like is how dry my skin feels once the heat starts running. All my humidifiers are back in … [Read more...]

A good friend texted me on Wednesday to let me know about the awesome sale that's currently underway at Talbots. Thanks, Teresa! I didn't have time to shop the sale yesterday, but today I took a look, and the sale is still underway. What makes it so good is that it's a sale on sale, so clothes that were already on sale are now an additional 60% off.   Going through the Sale on Sale, these are … [Read more...]

If you've been waiting for Prime Day, it's officially here! I've been checking out the deals today and have taken advantage of some of the really good ones. Today, I'm sharing the things I already own and feel comfortable recommending, along with some of the things I'm considering that have really good reviews. A few months ago, I had an Ecobee Smart/WiFi Thermostat installed upstairs in the Georgia … [Read more...]

Come along and see what I'm loving in the current Talbot's sale! It's a really good one! Instead of just the normal 40% off any 1 item that they occasionally do, this sale is 40% off everything, even those pieces that are already on sale! Love that! So, you know I'm a huge fan of shirts that have a coordinating collar and cuffs.   This shirt is already so pretty, the coordinating cuffs and … [Read more...]

I've been shopping the summer clothing sales, and there are some really great ones happening right now. Before we get to the sales, I have to share this top that I discovered today that reminds me so much of my favorite Lilly Pulitzer tops, but for a whole lot less. I love the design and the color! You'll find this pretty floral top available here: Pretty Summer Top.   Love the color of this … [Read more...]

Happy Spring! I have some spring pretties to share with you today, some I couldn't resist and have purchased, and others that I'm considering. Recently, I shared an adorable Love Shack Fancy Stanley Cup I had purchased, my first one ever.   After that purchase, I discovered Love Shack Fancy has some pretty popular perfumes. Not wanting to purchase a full bottle without first trying them, I was … [Read more...]

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...]

We had another good-sized snowstorm yesterday; I can't believe how much snow we've had over the last week. It was so much, I had to have the driveway and walkway cleared again. I rarely go anywhere when there's even a hint of snow, but it is nice to know that if something comes up, I can get out if needed. I have a tallish pair of snow boots here that I purchased a few years back but never had the need … [Read more...]

Welcome to 824th Metamorphosis Monday! I have a few other Before/Afters I could probably share today, but I am big-time in holiday shopping mode right now. I visited HomeGoods yesterday and picked up several goodies that you'll see in some upcoming posts. I couldn't believe how crowded it was, it looked like the day before Christmas! People are really, really in the holiday mood now and I love it! Last … [Read more...]

If you've been following BNOTP for a while,  you know this girl is not the biggest fan of cold weather. I am always on the lookout for anything that will make getting through the coldest days of fall and winter easier and more fun. Fall is such a gorgeous time of year and winter has its charms, as well. I want to experience all of the beauty in warmth and comfort. Here's a brief list of some of my … [Read more...]

I love it when Talbots does a sale on sale! They have an awesome flash sale going on right now that's in addition to another sale they've been running. Their Flash sale is buy one, get one 50% and if you spend $200 you get another $50 off! Here are some of my fall favorites that I'm considering in this sale. I've always loved Talbots shirts that have the contrasting collars and cuffs. They are my favorite … [Read more...]

I did the dumbest thing last night, I have been removing wallpaper from my bathroom walls and I had finally reached the area that is above the tub/shower. My full size ladder would not fit inside the tub, so I was having to stand on a small stepladder. Unfortunately, that put me standing beneath the area I was working on and the remover solution I was spraying was misting down each time I sprayed it. I … [Read more...]

I have several semi-big projects that I've been working on around the house this week, including stripping wallpaper from two bathrooms. Spring-cleaning fever has hit, and I really want to get the bathroom projects underway and completed over the next month or two. I'm very tired today from all the cleaning I've been doing this week, so I gave myself the day off to let my muscles recover. I spent some time … [Read more...]

I'm sure you are super busy with all your holiday decorating and preparations. I spent two solid days (Friday and Saturday) wrapping gifts. So happy to have that done. A few years back I used this adorable paper and I noticed recently that it is back again.   If you're looking for a really cute, whimsical gift wrap for your gifts this year, you'll find this one available here: Christmas … [Read more...]

Just popping in (pun intended) to share some fun things today! Many, many years ago I used to have a microwave popcorn popper. It always made great popcorn. I was thinking recently about how I like popcorn, but do not like prepackaged microwave popcorn. Whenever I've eaten it, it always leaves this disturbing coating on the roof of my mouth. I have no idea what that coating is, but I figure it can't be … [Read more...]

Whoa, Thanksgiving is almost here! I'm not hosting this year so I'm going to be spending today hanging my wreaths on my exterior windows. I've also been shopping online since so many of the Black Friday sales are going on everywhere. Before I share the ones I've jumped on, I wanted to share a couple of things you may find helpful as you are finishing up your last-minute details for your Thanksgiving … [Read more...]

Happy Weekend! It has been quite chilly here the last few nights although I think we're going to warm up a little this week--just in time for Halloween. I've noticed the leaves are definitely changing now and starting to fall. The cooler temps have had me dreaming of cozy evenings inside, burning candles while sipping yummy hot chocolate. Every season has its own special moments, doesn't it? Though I'm … [Read more...]

I've been so bad this weekend! I'm trying to save for home renovations but there are so many great end-of-summer sales going on right now, I can't resist! Here are a few of the items that are tempting me. This beautiful linen shirt was already on sale and now it's an additional 40% off. Love the length! This is basically how I dress every day all summer long, white scalloped shorts (from Talbots years … [Read more...]

I love this time of year because this is when all the best summer sales start popping up. Talbots is doing it again--they have a great 25% off sale going, then on top of that, they are giving 50% off the sale prices! I have several things in my cart right now and I am shocked by how great the pricing is coming out. You see the true sale price once the item is in the cart...and it's really good! One of … [Read more...]