10+ Absolute Favorites for Summer—Can’t Do Without These!

April 26, 2025 by 5 Comments

The temps in Ohio haven't exactly been consistent, but we are definitely seeing a lot more warmer days than chilly ones now. Some days have been so warm, I finally had to run the A/C here in my office. So I've been bringing out alllll the summer things, including my favorite fan. When I purchased this fan last summer for the office, I liked it so much that I bought a second one for my bedroom. I love … [Read more...]

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Faux Flowers in Window Boxes: Great Idea or Big Mistake?

April 21, 2025 by 88 Comments

Welcome to the 847th Metamorphosis Monday! So I'm thinking of doing something this spring that I didn't think I would ever do. I have a feeling this idea is going to be rather controversial. When I first saw the Dollhouse available on the market around 3-4 years ago, here's how it looked in the real estate ad. The yard and gardens were well-maintained. Unfortunately, I never had an opportunity to see it or … [Read more...]

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Wallpaper Update, Help Me Identify This Shrub, Visitors, & Charming Spring Finds

April 19, 2025 by 32 Comments

The weather here is finally starting to feel like spring has arrived. I hope you are feeling and seeing spring in your area now! Thank you again for your input on wallpaper for the guest bath and the mini-mudroom here in the Dollhouse. The samples I ordered for the mudroom arrived, and I'm not totally sold on those. I've ordered a sample of the whimsical  Harrison Howard Night in India "Dawn" paper to try … [Read more...]

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Beautiful, Whimsical Wallpaper For My Guest Bath & Mini-Mudroom

April 14, 2025 by 46 Comments

Welcome to the 846th Metamorphosis Monday! Thanks for all your awesome input yesterday regarding the baskets for the filing cabinet console I recently added to my office. I had to agree with those who left comments saying that neither the 3-basket or the 4-basket option worked well since the 4-basket looked crowded and the 3-basket option looked awkward. I have removed all the baskets for now, so it's back … [Read more...]

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My March Favorites: A Lot Of Variety, Including One That Will Probably Surprise You!

April 4, 2025 by 10 Comments

Last month was a busy month that involved a lot of traveling. I returned to Ohio, only to board a plane a few days later for a week-long trip to Breckenridge, Colorado, with family. Some of the purchases I made last month (and love) were connected to travel, but not all of them. One item that I purchased and was thankful to have was this Luggage Scale.   I knew before I left the house exactly … [Read more...]

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I Bellied Up To An Oxygen Bar In Breckenridge—Did It Help?

March 31, 2025 by 28 Comments

Welcome to the 844th Metamorphosis Monday! During the time my son was growing up, we visited Breckenridge, Colorado, to ski a total of three times. During each visit, we would have a little trouble breathing the first two to three days. It was always very minor, not enough to stop us from any of the activities we had planned. I distinctly remember that the only time I noticed the altitude change was when I … [Read more...]

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Shopping Historic Breckenridge & Favorites From Amazon’s Spring Sale

March 26, 2025 by 21 Comments

Today we walked the short 10-minute stroll into town to have lunch and do a bit of shopping in the beautiful historic area of Breckenridge. I didn't expect to find so many cute things!   I purchased an adorable pair of P.J. Salvage flannel pajamas (wearing them now!) and the coziest hoodie I've ever touched from a brand/store named, Alyth. I can't wait to start wearing it!   The inside … [Read more...]

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A New Coat For Breckenridge & Some New Additions In The Kitchen

March 21, 2025 by 23 Comments

Happy Friday! I'm back at the Dollhouse, having driven up on Wednesday. Yesterday was the first official day of spring! Yay! It's been beautiful here, a little chilly, but otherwise, really nice. I have a few new additions to the Dollhouse kitchen to share, but first I wanted to share a jacket I just purchased at L.L. Bean. Unfortunately, it's not on sale, yet. Based on the reviews, I think it's been a … [Read more...]

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Preparing For An Upcoming Trip & Something I Always Do Before Traveling

March 15, 2025 by 23 Comments

I have some upcoming travel planned with family and unfortunately, my large, plaid suitcase that I've been using for over 10-years had one of its wheels broken the last time I traveled by air. I really loved that London Fog suitcase. It was such a pretty color and was always super easy to spot on a baggage carousel.   I'm pretty sure I purchased my London Fog suitcase in either Marshalls or … [Read more...]

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All My February Favorites, Do You Use Any Of These?

March 12, 2025 by 7 Comments

One thing I've been sorely lacking in the Dollhouse kitchen in Ohio is drinking glasses. I have a lot of elegant stemware and glassware for special dinners and holidays, but do not have anything that's appropriate for every day. I've been making do with some colorful, solo cup-style glassware that I bought many years ago that is similar to these "redneck" solo cup wine glasses below. I wish I had a photo to … [Read more...]

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Note-worthy Spring Sales, Including The Ones I Couldn’t Pass Up

March 8, 2025 by

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...]

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I Finally Succumbed—Stanley’s Blooming Heirloom Won Me Over

February 28, 2025 by 5 Comments

If you've been reading BNOTP for a while, you know I'm a huge Yeti fan. I really like their coolers and over the years I've collected quite a few tumblers. They are always coming out with new colors which makes it tempting to pick up another one. I think my favorite color that they've produced is Powder Pink, although, if I could only have one Yeti tumbler, it would be white. Their white tumblers are so … [Read more...]

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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...]

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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...]

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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...]

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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...]

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16 Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas + Some Fun Valentine’s Day Decor

February 9, 2025 by 3 Comments

This weekend I spent some time shopping for Valentine's Day. There are so many beautiful and yummy things available right now, I thought I'd share a few of my favorites. Linked below you'll find beautiful enticing chocolates from Godiva and some delicious-looking chocolate-covered strawberries. Yum! I was happily surprised to find the same fun Explosion Gift Boxes like the ones I gave my grandsons for … [Read more...]

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My January Favorites & Preparing For An Upcoming Ski Trip

February 7, 2025 by 15 Comments

I can't believe January is over and we are already a full week into February! I was thinking back today on all the things I enjoyed and was thankful for this past month and my warm mist humidifier was at the top of the list. The nights I forget to fill it up and turn it on, I really notice it the next day because I don't sleep as well and I wake up more during the night. Thankfully, I rarely forget to run … [Read more...]

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7 Adorable Bunnies For Spring Decorating, Mother’s Day & Baby Shower Gifts

February 4, 2025 by 5 Comments

Last week I shared a fun table setting that included adorable bunny cupcake/dessert holders found in Pottery Barn several years back. I remember seeing similar stands somewhere else just a few years later, but couldn't remember where. Thanks to Sheri for jogging my memory!   In an e-mail, Sheri shared this cute bunny dessert stand she found a few days ago. I think it's slightly larger than the … [Read more...]

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Out With Old, In With New! Such A Huge Improvement!

February 3, 2025 by 20 Comments

Welcome to the 836th Metamorphosis Monday! When I first moved into the Dollhouse, there was a lot of neglected maintenance that needed to be done. One of the first things I dealt with was replacing the garage door opener. The previous owners had never used the garage to house their cars during the two years they lived in the home. Since they moved frequently due to their career, they opted to use the garage … [Read more...]

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Amazing End Of Season Sale, 70% Off!

January 28, 2025 by 2 Comments

One of my favorite stores is having an awesome FLASH sale right now! I think it ends at midnight unless they extend it, so I'm making this post short on words to get it published before the sale ends. The sale is amazing with 70% off so many things. I think everything I've linked to in this post is currently 70% off which shows up once the item is in the bag. To give you an idea of how great this sale is, … [Read more...]

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A Small Office Update That’s Had A Big Impact

January 27, 2025 by 17 Comments

Welcome to the 835th Metamorphosis Monday! I have a simple Before and After this week, but it's an important one. Back around August of 2022, I purchased a new desk chair for my home office/studio.   This chair has been great and is super comfortable. I've really enjoyed it! (Chair is available in 3 colors here: Comfy Desk Chair.)   Off and on over the past few months, I started having … [Read more...]

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Catching Up: Thought These Were Worth Sharing Before I Delete Them

January 25, 2025 by 15 Comments

From time to time, I'll take photos of things that I think you would enjoy seeing, but they don't always fit into a post. Last night I was going through photos and came across quite a few pictures that I thought I'd share before I delete them. So here's a somewhat random collection of fun and interesting things that I hope you'll enjoy! This past summer, while walking around in my front yard, I looked up … [Read more...]

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My December Favorites

January 22, 2025 by 6 Comments

While Christmas shopping last month, I came across something I didn't even know existed—beautiful Spode Woodland Placemats. Spode Woodland is one of my favorite dish patterns, love that charming woodland design! I ended up purchasing a set of four placemats in the Spode Woodland pattern. I would love to add another set at some point. I'm using one of the placemats on the side of my desk in the Dollhouse to … [Read more...]

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More Favorite Winter Survival Gear Ideas, Part II

January 11, 2025 by 13 Comments

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...]

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A Simple Idea For Wrapping Christmas & Holiday Gifts

December 18, 2024 by 22 Comments

Wrapping presents isn't high on my list of favorite things to do, but I sure do like how they look once they are wrapped and placed under the Christmas tree. I've found that watching a movie or listening to a book while I wrap makes the wrapping a lot more enjoyable.   This year, I decided to go with a simple idea for the bow, something I saw in an ad on Instagram, I think for Ralph Lauren. Using … [Read more...]

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Love This New Feeder, Delish Popcorn & The Spotting Scope Is Pretty Awesome, Too!

December 14, 2024 by 11 Comments

The Spotting Scope has been a huge hit!   My grandsons are fascinated with using it to watch the birds and squirrels. Every 30 seconds they are saying, "Mimi, come look!" (Spotting Scope is available here: Spotting Scope.)   I need to cherish these moments now because I know they won't last forever. Maybe in a few years when they are older, they will want to go on bird … [Read more...]

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18 Unique & Unexpected Gift Ideas For Friends & Loved Ones

December 10, 2024 by 18 Comments

Yesterday I placed two birdfeeders in my backyard. This morning I awoke to a light dusting of snow and a beautiful chorus of birdsong. I hung the feeders from the limb of a tree that's located at the very edge of my driveway in the back, and the birds were having a blast! I went out briefly to make sure the snow hadn't completely covered the seed on the feeder where the seed is somewhat exposed. I sprinkled … [Read more...]

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Found A Christmas Tree, Plus Adorable Gingerbread House, Gingerbread Man Pillows

December 7, 2024 by 15 Comments

Yesterday was a crazy, busy day, but a good one. Though I couldn't fit three large boxes of Christmas ornaments into my SUV for this trip up to the Dollhouse, I decided to take your advice and purchase a tree just to enjoy the lights. This is where it landed, here in the otherwise empty living room. Please excuse the gaps, I just brought the tree into the house yesterday evening and wrestled it into its … [Read more...]

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My Favorite Black Friday Finds For Everyone On Your List

November 29, 2024 by 10 Comments

There are so many great Black Friday deals going on today! If you're shopping the sales, here are some of my favorites. I really love this Vineyard Vines merino wool, quarter-zip sweater. I've bought their sweaters in the past for my son and he always loves them. A few years back I bought one of their sweaters for him for Christmas that turned out to be a favorite. The next year when I saw him wearing it … [Read more...]

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Hanging 13 Wreaths, This Year’s Front Door Wreath & Loading Up The Sleigh

November 25, 2024 by 25 Comments

Welcome to the 826th Metamorphosis Monday! It's been a busy week as I prepare to head north again. I started to hang the wreaths on the windows earlier in the week and found them all painted shut. Even though the painters had the windows slightly raised when they painted the exterior this past summer, the windows still managed to weld themselves shut during the intervening months.   Thankfully, … [Read more...]

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What I Bought During The Early Black Friday Deals—Never, Ever Thought I’d Buy This!

November 23, 2024 by 15 Comments

I made a rather big purchase for the basement in the Dollhouse recently. As I was thinking about that choice this morning, it reminded me once again how so many of the choices I make when decorating a room are guided through raw emotion and fantasy. I know that sounds weird, but some rooms do that to me—immediately bringing a scene into view, like a motion picture playing in my head where I can envision the … [Read more...]

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17 Favorite Gift Ideas To Delight You & Your Loved Ones!

November 19, 2024 by 9 Comments

I've had several requests to put together a post with favorite gift ideas since Christmas is just barely a month away now. The goodies I'm sharing today are those that I know to be awesome because either I own them myself, or I've given them as gifts in the past and they were well received. Please feel free to bookmark this post to refer back to if you haven't yet started your holiday shopping. Over the … [Read more...]

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2 Updates In The Office, Including A Major One—Plus, The Home Alone House Is Back!

November 18, 2024 by 17 Comments

Welcome to 825th Metamorphosis Monday! Hope you had a wonderful weekend! I have two updates to share here in the office, one I wish I had done ages ago. When I first chose furniture pieces from Pottery Barn's Bedford Modular Collection for my home office, as soon as they were delivered, I had a local glass company out to my home to measure the tops so protective glass could be cut to the exact dimensions of … [Read more...]

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My Faves For Holiday Entertaining & An Advent Calendar I’ve Stalked For Years Is On Sale

November 13, 2024 by 11 Comments

Are you busy decorating and planning for the upcoming holidays? It was definitely a wake-up call for me when I stopped by HomeGoods a few days ago and found it packed with happy shoppers. It made me realize how close the holiday are upon us! You could really feel the excitement in the air; everyone seemed to be in such a great mood! One of the first things I always look for each year as the holidays … [Read more...]

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Sharing These Before The Sale Ends Tonight, Including This Year’s Adorable Bag

November 10, 2024 by 17 Comments

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...]

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Add A Bit Of Whimsy To Your Decor—Especially Love The Holiday Ones!

November 6, 2024 by 24 Comments

Thanks so much for all your thoughtful and helpful comments on my previous post. I read all of them and appreciate so much your input. After I pull together a few more of the pieces that I hope to add to my office, I should have a better idea how I feel about the rug. I'll be sure to share those updates if/when they occur. Again, thanks for all your input and ideas! Now that Halloween has passed and we … [Read more...]

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Beautiful Albino Squirrel, Brilliant Bag Storage & 1st Attempt At Making A Tarte Soleil

November 2, 2024 by 25 Comments

A week or so ago I visited the Wright Memorial Library to get a library card. There's just something about obtaining a library card from your local library that makes you feel more like a real resident. As I was leaving the library, I saw this little guy running about under the trees. He is so pretty! I wondered how rare all-white squirrels are and did a quick search. Turns out they are pretty rare with … [Read more...]

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My 2024 Winter Survival List…Including Some New Favorites!

October 26, 2024 by 15 Comments

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...]

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A Kitchen Update, A Cozy Chair For My Office, Winter Needs & The Sale Ends Today

October 23, 2024 by 12 Comments

A few days ago I shared a cozy update here in the kitchen—an adorable gingham-shade lamp I added to the counter for some cozy, evening lighting. (I closed the shutters for this photo to partially simulate nighttime in the kitchen.) In the comments of that previous post, Elena mentioned that she had a couple of lamps in her kitchen, too. That comment caught my eye because I had been thinking of adding a … [Read more...]

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A “Smelly” Before and After, How I Store My Perfume Collection

October 15, 2024 by 23 Comments

A few weeks back I shared a little update I wanted to make in this upstairs bath. Notice the cabinet on the wall to the left in this photo from when the home was listed for sale a couple of years ago.   Right after I first moved in and began exploring various rooms, as soon as I opened this cabinet in the hall bath that is located just outside the master bedroom, I thought how perfect it … [Read more...]

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I Couldn’t Resist Since It’s Part Of The Prime Day Deals!

October 9, 2024 by 9 Comments

I've been going through some of the Prime Day Deals today and found some that I think were worth noting. Dawn Platinum Wash is on sale 40% off, so it's a great time to stock up. I'm ordering some for the Dollhouse, I already use it here in Georgia. You'll find the sale here: Dawn Platinum Wash.     Thanks so much for all your great air fryer/toaster oven combo suggestions on THIS … [Read more...]

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Retiring & Replacing An Old Flag, Plus 2 Bits of Really Good News!

October 4, 2024 by 35 Comments

I love it when I'm out walking and pass by a home proudly displaying our country's flag. I've always wanted to fly the American flag on the front of my home in Georgia, but the only place that a holder could be mounted is on one of the columns, and the columns are round in shape. I've never found a holder that I thought would work properly on a round column, plus I had some issues a few years back with the … [Read more...]

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A Favorite Addition For The Dollhouse Office & Mystery Puzzles For Autumn & Winter

September 25, 2024 by 17 Comments

I tried to resist, I really did. I even tried to borrow it! What am I talking about? When I last visited the Dollhouse, I  really wished I had my puzzle board with me. I had come across some intriguing mystery puzzles and was itching to try my hand at one. I don't have a table at the Dollhouse that's large enough to put together a 1,000-piece puzzle, and even if I did, working puzzles on a puzzle board has … [Read more...]

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How I Protect My Car’s Seats From Denim Transfer Stains During the Fall And Winter

September 22, 2024 by 24 Comments

A few years back I noticed dark blue coloring on the leather seats of the SUV that I had at that time. I came to realize it was from wearing dark jeans. Fortunately, I was able to get it off with my favorite super cleaner. I think that's when I first discovered this super cleaner—when I was trying to find a way to remove denim transfer off the leather seats of my car. I use this Super Cleaner for so much … [Read more...]

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6 Major Purchases That Could Not Wait: What I Purchased & Why

September 17, 2024 by 23 Comments

When I bought a second home a few months back, I wasn't sure how long it would be before I moved there full-time. So I had some tough decisions to make about what to purchase for the home right away, and which things could wait. After thinking it over, I did what I always do when I'm in an unfamiliar situation and not exactly sure where to start—I started with the "knowns." In my mind, there were two … [Read more...]

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It’s Sale-on-Sale Time & This Is What I’m Loving For Fall!

September 13, 2024 by 5 Comments

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...]

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All My August Favorites, It Was A Big Month For Outfitting The Dollhouse!

September 7, 2024 by 11 Comments

August was the month I bought a lot of things that I really needed for the Dollhouse, mainly items for my office and kitchen. As much as I have tried to not duplicate things that I already own back in Georgia, there were some must-haves, need-right-now items that I didn't mind duplicating. Starting here in the hallway that leads to my office, the anti-skid pad that I purchased to go under the runner is … [Read more...]

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Sad To See This Collection Appears To Be Going Away

September 5, 2024 by 10 Comments

Welcome to the 832nd Tablescape Thursday! It has been a busy morning here so I'm running way behind. Thought I'd give you an update on the kitchen and share something I'm excited to see is back, but in limited quantities. The kitchen currently looks like this. The repairs have been completed after the recent issue where the hose to the icemaker decided to spring a leak. I'm so happy to see the wall whole … [Read more...]

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Another Dollhouse Upgrade—Wish I Had Done This Sooner!

August 30, 2024 by 29 Comments

Over the years, I have really enjoyed having a Ring doorbell at my home in Georgia. It has captured some fun moments, in addition to being handy for knowing when a package has been delivered. Also, if working and the bell rings unexpectedly, I love being able to talk to the person at the door to see who it is and what they need. I've found that it saves a lot of unnecessary … [Read more...]

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Pumpkin Tureens For Fall, Toasty Chicken Pot Pies, & My Favorite Labor Day Sales

August 29, 2024 by 14 Comments

Welcome to the 831st Tablescape Thursday! A while back, even before buying the Dollhouse, I took you on a little tour of my favorite grocery store here, Dorothy Lane Market. DLM is how I would imagine grocery shopping was back in the day when my parents would have gone to the grocery store. The store is not so large as to feel like a big chain, (there are 4 locations at present) and the people who work … [Read more...]

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Found The Perfect Spot For My Dyson Vac, Gift Ideas, + The Most Delightful Card

August 25, 2024 by 17 Comments

Over the past 4-6 weeks, I've made a lot of smallish updates to the Dollhouse. Though small, those kinds of updates are often my favorite since they can yield big results and make the everyday chores in life more convenient. A couple of years back I purchased a Dyson vacuum for the Georgia house. For several months I had it stashed in a closet, then one day it dawned on me that I really should store it … [Read more...]

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All My July Favorites, Including A Shampoo That’s Great For Hard Water Issues

August 17, 2024 by 25 Comments

Happy weekend! There is nothing like trying to set up house in a new place to cause you to shop and discover a lot of new things. One pretty big adjustment that I knew I'd need to make was getting used to living with water that registers as "hard" water. In the metro Atlanta area and actually, I think it includes most, if not all of Georgia, we are blessed with fairly balanced water. I've never known anyone … [Read more...]

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A Most Welcome Change Of Heart

August 14, 2024 by 30 Comments

I've made it no secret that my favorite room in the Dollhouse is the F.R.O.G—the finished room over the garage. The moment I saw this room in the real estate listing, I knew if I had the opportunity to buy the home, this room would most likely be where I'd place my office.   I tend to decorate slowly, but I'm especially slow right now since I've been working on so many other necessary repairs … [Read more...]

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A New Addition To The Kitchen & This One’s A Definite Winner

August 8, 2024 by 47 Comments

Welcome to the 827th Tablescape Thursday! Still no dining table here in the Dollhouse, however my sales guy at Rooms to Go has been trying to find a way to get the one I wanted delivered here without it costing a blooming fortune. Since they don't deliver to Ohio (yet) is this the universe telling me to not buy this table? I know it's not the absolute highest quality, although it felt quite sturdy when I … [Read more...]

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How Do I Like My New LG InstaView, Door-in Door, Counter-Depth Refrigerator

August 5, 2024 by 41 Comments

Welcome to the 810th Metamorphosis Monday! How was your weekend? I hope it was a great one! We ended up spending all day Saturday at a huge, 364-acre amusement/water park called King's Island. We arrived a few minutes after 9:00 am and didn't leave for 12 hours! What an experience! We hit the ground running as soon as we entered the park, making our first ride the Diamondback roller coaster, which is … [Read more...]

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Larger Rug For The Office, Dented Refrigerators, & A Great Dish Soap Dispensing Brush

July 31, 2024 by 41 Comments

So, how's the 9' x 12' rug look here in the office? It arrived yesterday, a day earlier than projected, and my oldest grandson helped me get it into the room. It arrived folded in a big, rectangular package. We were a team cartwheeling it up the 7 stairs to the office, moving it into place, and getting it up underneath the desk. In the photo below, you can see how the 8 x 10 rug looked that I shared a few … [Read more...]

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So Many Kitchen Updates, Plus, My New Speed Queen Washer & Dryer Are Here!

July 30, 2024 by 10 Comments

Since moving into the Dollhouse, I've been gradually updating a lot of the things that I need and use every single day. Recently, I shared the repairs and updates I made to this super wide drawer here in the kitchen. I am still crazy in love with the expandable flatware/organizer that I found for it. It drastically improved the functionality of this drawer. (Expandable organizer can be found here: … [Read more...]

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Damaged Bookcases, Triple Monitors, Drawer Organizer, Best Shampoo, Shutters Ordered & More!

July 29, 2024 by 27 Comments

Welcome to the 809th Metamorphosis Monday! Hope you had a fun, relaxing weekend! I was busy as usual working on projects in the Dollhouse. On Saturday, I shared the updated office with a new rug and plans I had to add bookcase cabinets behind my desk here in the office. Update: I've had some questions about the rug, it's available in several sizes/colors here: All-Wool Rug.   This was the … [Read more...]

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Beautiful Updates For The Dollhouse Office & The Desk Is Finally Here!

July 26, 2024 by 56 Comments

Happy Friday! Hope your week has been a great one! I've gotten a tremendous amount accomplished here in the Dollhouse this week, including in my office. I will be adding some more items this weekend, so will share even more updates for Metamorphosis Monday, but I thought it would be fun to share where things are as of right now. If you've been following along the last couple of months, you'll probably … [Read more...]

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So Many Updates For The Dollhouse, & More To Come!

July 22, 2024 by 30 Comments

Welcome to the 808th Metamorphosis Monday! Whenever I'm here at the Dollhouse, I always feel a lot of pressure to get stuff done, and get it done right now! That's because my time is always limited since I have projects going on back in Georgia, too. The minute I pull into the driveway, I'm on the go. I usually have appointments set up with repairmen or tradesmen starting the very next day, so there's no … [Read more...]

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My Prime Day Favorites, Part 2—Today Is The Final Day!

July 17, 2024 by 23 Comments

Though I don't do a lot of cooking, I would really like to purchase a quality set of cookware for the Dollhouse. There are two sets that are part of the Prime Day deals that I've been eyeing. I love the look of this beautiful set of stainless All-Clad cookware. I've often admired it when I've come across it in Williams-Sonoma. It's on sale for Prime Day and the pricing totally beats anything I've found … [Read more...]

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My Favorites For Prime Day & Considering A Hidden Television For The Dollhouse

July 16, 2024 by 16 Comments

I've been waiting and watching for Prime Day, and it's finally here! I just recently shared how much I love this Dyson vacuum I just purchased, and now it's a Prime Day deal! If you've always used a corded vacuum, this vacuum will cut your vacuuming in half, or at least it did that for me! I can whiz through my house and vacuum both floors so fast! The combination of not having to fight an electrical cord … [Read more...]

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All My June Favorites, Including The Ones I Buy Again & Again

July 13, 2024 by 21 Comments

The month of June may have been one of the busiest months of my life in the last few years. Buying a home 8—9 hours away in another state was both exciting and challenging. The sellers of the home I purchased, asked to remain in the home for approximately two weeks after the closing. They were being transferred to another state, so they had their own moving challenges with which to deal. Though I was … [Read more...]

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Removing The Sticky, Deteriorating, Residue From Tool Handles, Surfaces, & Devices

July 9, 2024 by 51 Comments

Years ago, I noticed the handle on my hand mixer had become super sticky. Washing it with soap and water didn't help, it's as if the rubbery surface of the handle was dissolving. The mixer still worked great, so I didn't want to replace it. Over the years, on the rare occasion when I needed to use it (I normally use my stand mixer) I always wrapped a paper towel around the handle, otherwise it was way too … [Read more...]

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A Few Bathroom Updates & Cute Daisy Towels

June 19, 2024 by 41 Comments

I'm back home in Georgia, arrived late yesterday afternoon. The painters arrived bright and early this morning. There's been lots of pressuring washing going on, the actual painting outside will start tomorrow. I'm not doing a color change, just refreshing the exterior paint in the areas that are painted. During my time in Ohio, you know I had to make a few visits to my favorite grocery store, Dorothy … [Read more...]

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So Many “May” Favorites To Share, Including A Few Surprises!

June 8, 2024 by 23 Comments

Oh my goodness, I am all over the place with my shopping finds this past month! But that's kinda how my life is right now during this big transition period. So I have quite a variety of goodies to share for my monthly favorites. After I arrived here in Ohio for the closing on the new house that I have affectionately dubbed the "Dollhouse" because of all its whimsical "dollhouse-like" features, I realized I … [Read more...]

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A Very Special Mother’s Day Gift

June 5, 2024 by 24 Comments

Last year for Christmas, my sweet, thoughtful daughter-in-love, Nancy, gave me a beautiful painting of my home that she had commissioned from a local artist. At the time, neither of us knew I would possibly be moving to Ohio the following year.   Though I haven't yet chosen a frame for it, the painting has been hanging on the wall in my living room, and I love seeing it there whenever I'm in … [Read more...]

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Sharing My Daughter-in-Law’s Favorite Beauty-Care Secrets For Our 800th Metamorphosis Monday!

May 27, 2024 by 6 Comments

Welcome to the 800th Metamorphosis Monday! Last month, I shared my favorite "beauty/care" products in a single post. Since I've been away visiting family this week, I thought this would be a great time to get the skinny on what products my daughter-in-law, Nancy, likes and recommends. She is much more conscientious about how she cares for her skin than I am. I tend to be a little lazy about those things. I … [Read more...]

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Summer Favorites & An Outdoor Dining Set I’m Considering Ordering Again

May 22, 2024 by 16 Comments

Spring is here and that first day of summer is just a few weeks away! Love this time of year so much! When spring comes around, I always pull out my favorite summer pillows for the porch. The ones below are from Ikea, many years ago.   A few years back, I purchased pillow inserts. I got that idea from you guys since it's a great way to save on storage space—just swapping out the cases instead … [Read more...]

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I Did The Dumbest Thing Last Night—Learn From My Mistake + A Very Tempting Sale

May 14, 2024 by 25 Comments

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...]

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All My April Favorites Together In One Post

May 8, 2024 by 5 Comments

Before May gets too far gone, I'm sharing all my favorites from the month of April. As usual, there's quite the variety here. Last month, I went on a search for a cell phone holder that would fit on the handlebars of my Peloton bike. Occasionally, when I'm taking a "scenic" ride, unless it's one of the guided scenic rides, I like having my phone nearby so I can easily check and reply to emails while I'm … [Read more...]

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All My Favorites Are On Sale For Mother’s Day! ♥

May 4, 2024 by 5 Comments

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...]

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Favorite Beauty-Care Products, Including A New Fave I’m Completely Obsessed Over

April 28, 2024 by 20 Comments

Welcome to the 796th Metamorphosis Monday! It's been ages since I shared some of my favorite beauty products in a post. Recently, I tried a mascara that I had never tried before, and it's, by far, the easiest to apply and best mascara I have ever used. I feel like I have finally found my favorite mascara of all time, so that prompted me to create this post today for this week's Met … [Read more...]

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Sharing A Much-Needed Favorite, Porch Update, & How Do I Stop Squirrels From Eating My Roses

April 27, 2024 by 17 Comments

Still working on getting the porch wiped down after its long winter's nap, but thought I'd pop in and share how the new swing chain covers look on the swing.   I kinda wished I had washed them first since the fabric is a bit stiff which makes it stick out a little awkwardly in a few spots, but overall, I really like them! They were a gazillion times easier to put on since they close with … [Read more...]

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Just A Few Of My Favorites and Most-Loved Essentials For Summer

April 20, 2024 by 6 Comments

With spring in full swing and the increasingly warmer temps, I've been thinking about my favorite summer essentials, those pieces I love using and wearing throughout the summer months. One of my favorites to pull out every summer are my incredibly comfortable Ecco sandals. I love how adjustable these are, which means they work for the pickiest of feet.   I have Ecco sandals in several colors … [Read more...]

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How Did The Whimsical Animal Scarf Work Out, Plus One More Design That I Ordered

April 17, 2024 by 6 Comments

A few days ago, I shared some cute silk scarves a lovely BNOTP reader told me about. I liked them so much, I decided to buy one so I could compare it to the Hermes silk scarves I've occasionally bought in the past for my handbags and to give as gifts.   This was the first scarf I purchased. I couldn't resist all the cute animals featured on this scarf including birds, horses, deer and bears. … [Read more...]

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Twilly-Style Silk Scarves Protect & Add A Touch Of Spring To Your Handbag & Wardrobe

April 13, 2024 by 6 Comments

A few years back, I shared the process my friend, Teresa, used to protect the Vachetta leather on her Louis Vuitton Croisette handbag. If you missed that post, you'll find it here: How Teresa Protected the Vachetta Leather on her Beautiful LV Croisette Bag. I am crazy about the LV Croisette bag—it's so perfect for spring and summer! I read an article a while back that said Louis Vuitton created this Damier … [Read more...]

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All My Favorite Must-Have Tools Gathered Into A Single Post

April 8, 2024 by 32 Comments

Welcome to the 793rd Metamorphosis Monday! Last month, Pam left this comment on a post where I shared a photo of my tool chest in my garage. Over the years, as I've completed a few DIY projects around the house, I've gradually accumulated quite a few tools that I really enjoy using. I have too many to try and list them all in a comment, so I let Pam know I would work on a post sharing my favorites, those … [Read more...]

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Love With These Adorable Tea Infusers, They Come In So Many Cute Motifs!

March 27, 2024 by 23 Comments

Normally I'm just a big iced tea fan, but recently on a very cold morning I was trying to think of something to help warm me up, and I decided to give hot tea a try. I was surprised how much I liked it for an early morning drink, it kinda warmed me up from the inside out. The tea I drank that morning was the tea that I chose for the basket I ordered from Fortnum and Mason a while … [Read more...]

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Wow, If You Ever Wanted A Peloton Bike, This Is The Best Price I’ve Ever Seen

March 20, 2024 by 2 Comments

If you've ever thought about getting a Peloton Bike so you can take spin classes right in the comfort of your own home, now is the time! Peloton Bikes are currently on sale for $1,250, or $250 a month for 5 months. I've never seen Peloton Bikes for that price before. To give you an idea how much they normally cost, I paid $2,000 for mine. I would love to have gotten a bike for that incredible price! You'll … [Read more...]

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My Absolute Favorites For Spring Cleaning The Porches And The Garage

February 28, 2024 by 11 Comments

Update: Just noticed that Talbots has made their 25% off sale even better with 40% off any one item and 25% off everything else. You the code SPRING40 to get 40% off any one item. If you missed my spring favorites post, you'll find it here: Getting a Jump on My Spring Wardrobe, Everything is Currently on Sale. You'll find the Talbots spring sale here: Talbots Spring Sale. The temps here this week have … [Read more...]

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My January Favorites + A Couple of Extras That Couldn’t Wait!

February 10, 2024 by 8 Comments

Happy Weekend! Okay, I'm cheating a little. This is supposed to be a January Favorites post but I want to share this with you now because I expect it will sell out pretty quickly. A few days ago I purchased this adorable Spring/Easter-themed LEGO set for my grandsons, and I thought it was so cute (and reasonably priced) that I ended up buying one for myself. I love that LEGO keeps coming out with these sets … [Read more...]

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New Addition To The Office: Walking Pad Treadmill For Getting My Steps In Each Day

January 22, 2024 by 12 Comments

Welcome to the 782nd Metamorphosis Monday! Hope your weekend was amazing! I spent part of mine working on a puzzle that I've had for a while and have been itching to do.   With the super cold weather we've been experiencing, this was the perfect weekend for snuggling down inside and working a spring-themed puzzle—a reminder to myself to hang in there because spring is coming! (Puzzle is … [Read more...]

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Spring Valentine’s Day Table With A Most Unusual Floral Centerpiece

January 18, 2024 by 30 Comments

Welcome to the 799th Tablescape Thursday! When I awoke at 4 am this morning and came downstairs to set a table for Tablescape Thursday, it was 15 degrees out on the porch. As I type this, the temps have finally reached a balmy 30 degrees. All this cold weather has me yearning for spring! Today's table is a combination Spring/Valentine's Day table with a most unusual centerpiece.   Springtime … [Read more...]

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My December Favorites, Favorite Updates In Real Time & A Very Special Gift

January 9, 2024 by 27 Comments

Thanks for all the great suggestions and tips for saving and removing the wax that's left over when a candle is finished. I love the suggestion a couple of you mentioned about putting it in the freezer for a few minutes. I had read about that online, but then forgot to mention it in the post, so thanks for that reminder! I will try that in the future, for sure. I have such a variety of favorites to share … [Read more...]

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Beautiful Hand-Crafted Christmas Ornaments + A Way To Save On Baccarat Rouge 540

December 18, 2023 by 20 Comments

Welcome to the 777th Metamorphosis Monday! Wow, hard to believe Christmas is just a week away now! Lovely Norma (who lives in France) shared a few photos of her tree for this year and it's beautiful! Norma makes a lot of her ornaments by hand so I love seeing how she designs/decorates her tree each year.   Her tree is so elegant this year--dressed in gold, silver, and white! As mentioned, … [Read more...]

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Sale Shopping Mode Activated & My Favorite Gift Wrapping Paper Is Back!

December 10, 2023 by 2 Comments

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...]

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DIY Festive Christmas Nails, My Ninja Air Fryer Decision & A Fun Way To Pop Popcorn

December 6, 2023 by 13 Comments

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...]

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It’s The Battle Of The Ninjas–Which One Will Win?

December 4, 2023 by 21 Comments

Welcome to the 775th Metamorphosis Monday! I've often shared with you in previous posts how much I love my Ninja Air Fryer.   I use it almost every single day, sometimes multiple times a day. If someone said to me, you have to give up either your microwave or your air fryer, I wouldn't even have to think twice. The microwave would get the boot because I can't imagine not having this air … [Read more...]

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