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 42 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 56 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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You’ve Been Asking For This–Sorry It Has Taken So Long, But At Last, It’s Ready!

December 2, 2023 by 17 Comments

Happy Weekend! I hope you're having a great one! I finally, finally got around to doing something I should have done ages ago, so I apologize in advance for it taking me so long! A few weeks ago (or has it been months now?) someone left a comment asking if I would add a link somewhere on the blog, linking out to the things I often mention in posts--those products I love, recommend and repeatedly use/buy. I … [Read more...]

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It’s Currently Sold Out–But I Found It + Fave Phone/iPad Stand & A Puzzle Board Hack

November 29, 2023 by 8 Comments

Recently I decided to resubscribe to Netflix. I had unsubscribed years ago because I didn't really care for much of their programming. The reason I decided to give them one more try is that I'd like the ability to watch movies while walking on my treadmill here in the office. My treadmill has a slanted thingy that I could lean my iPad against, but it's really low so would be kinda hard to view. Then I … [Read more...]

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Favorite Black Friday Sales & Some Have Been Extended!

November 24, 2023 by 14 Comments

Whoo, hoo! The sales are amazing today! This adorable gingerbread bag that I purchased recently at 50% off, has just been marked down another 25% for Black Friday! You'll find that amazing sale here: Gingerbread House Bag, Half Off + An Additional 25% off! The cardholder is also discounted another 25% here: Gingerbread CardHolder.   Now that Thanksgiving has passed, I can't wait to wear this … [Read more...]

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A Last Minute Centerpiece Idea & Some New Gifts I’ve Purchased for Loved Ones

November 22, 2023 by 9 Comments

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...]

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A Wish List Item I Finally Purchased AND Some Great Holiday Gift Ideas!

November 18, 2023 by 12 Comments

A few days ago someone left a comment that they were having a tough time finding the Newman's Own Lemon Pepper that I mentioned during a previous post that was about making Lemon Pepper Chicken. They also mentioned that they thought it was being discontinued. What?! That put me in a bit of a panic and I immediately bought two more. I hope it doesn't get discontinued since it's my favorite for seasoning … [Read more...]

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It Arrived And It’s Even Better Than Before!

November 15, 2023 by 30 Comments

I'm popping in to share a quick update. I think I mentioned a few days ago that I was planning on ordering additional place settings of Spode Woodland this year.   Many, many years ago I purchased 6 place settings from either Macy's or Dillards--can't remember which now. I think it was from Macy's--seems like it was Lenox Winter Greetings that I purchased in Dillards. Stinks--not having a … [Read more...]

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A Peloton Seat Upgrade, Paul’s Pot Pies & Favorite Puzzle/Lego Advent Calendars

November 13, 2023 by 15 Comments

Welcome to the 772nd Metamorphosis Monday! Hope you had a fabulous weekend! Have you started your holiday shopping? I did a bit of shopping for family this weekend, and I ended up picking up something for myself, too--a very special bag. If you missed that post, you'll find it here: Cutest Thing Ever--I Couldn't Resist! Plus, It's On Sale 50% Off. For this week's Metamorphosis Monday, I have a smallish … [Read more...]

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Cutest Thing Ever–I Could Not Resist! Plus, It’s On Sale 50% Off!

November 12, 2023 by 35 Comments

Over the years, Kate Spade has produced some of the cutest, most adorable handbags you can imagine or dream up. As much as I have always loved them, I've been able to resist getting one. Until now.   When I saw this enchanting Gingerbread House bag, it was instant love and I knew I had to have one. Of course, it didn't hurt that it's on sale 50% off right now! (Gingerbread House Bag is … [Read more...]

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October Favorites, Much-Loved Holiday Gift Ideas + Found A Dispenser For Cutemol!

November 10, 2023 by 6 Comments

I am counting the days until it's time to put my wreaths up in the windows. It's always my favorite way to decorate for Christmas. I used to wait until the day after Thanksgiving to hang the wreaths, but now I put them up a few days earlier so I can enjoy them a little bit longer.   A few years back, I changed out all the ribbons/bows on my wreaths. The old ones had lasted for many years--at … [Read more...]

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Don’t Do This With Your Speed Queen Washer, Plus, Affordable Christmas Gifts

November 8, 2023 by 26 Comments

Do you own a Speed Queen washer or are you thinking of getting one? If so, be super careful if you use the bleach dispenser that's located in the left front corner! After I shared a post recently with a quick update on how I'm using and loving my SQ washer, I heard from a lovely reader, Cathy, who warned me about using the bleach dispenser. Her Speed Queen washing machine is around 4 years old and she is … [Read more...]

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Love This Idea For Keeping Valuables and Collectibles Safe

October 27, 2023 by 14 Comments

Since I'm a crazy, handbag-obsessed woman, I like to occasionally watch YouTube videos of handbag unboxings or handbag reviews. In one particular video I watched recently, the YouTuber shared how she secures her expensive handbags and jewelry when she's away. She hinted that there had been an issue in the past, saying, "If you know, you know." I'm not sure what she was referring to but it sounded like she's … [Read more...]

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Beautiful, Cozy Books: The Books I Crave When Autumn Arrives

October 25, 2023 by 5 Comments

When autumn arrives and the cooler weather starts moving in, my heart tells me it's time to bring out all the woolly throws, make a nice, steaming mug of hot cocoa, and pull a book from my shelves that I know will be filled with cozy imagery and charming stories.   In today's post, I'm sharing some of my favorite cozy "house" books--homes filled with beautiful warm, rich interiors. These are … [Read more...]

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Fall-Winter Survival Favorites & What I’m Buying In The 30% Off Winter Clothing Sale

October 20, 2023 by 16 Comments

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...]

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Whimsy In The Kitchen, My Favorite Lemon Pepper Seasoning & Incredible Cookware

October 17, 2023 by 15 Comments

So, you all know that I'm a bit of a lazy cook. I do enjoy cooking/baking when friends or family are here, but the rest of the time, I go for the fastest, easiest meal I can make. My favorite food that I enjoy at least once a week, sometimes more, is Lemon Pepper Chicken. Over the years I've tried various Lemon Pepper seasonings and I've found them all to be about the same--until recently! Oh my gosh, have … [Read more...]

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Adorably-Scary, Figural Halloween Pillows at Budget-Friendly Prices

October 14, 2023 by 5 Comments

A few years ago I came across these adorable fuzzy pumpkin pillows in Pottery Barn. Though they were a bit on the pricey side, I couldn't resist collecting one or two.   They came in three sizes/colors and I liked them so much, I ended up collecting the whole bunch. Hard to see but the smallest one is a deep green color.   They seem to end up in a different place in my home … [Read more...]

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My September Favorites & Some Are Prime Day Deals! Perfect Timing for Holiday Shopping!

October 10, 2023 by 9 Comments

Thanks so much for sharing yesterday how autumn is looking in your area! I loved reading your comments--they made me feel so much more connected with what you're experiencing where you live. We are way behind here in leaf-color-changing compared to so many of you. It was really interesting hearing from those who live in areas that don't necessarily experience a big change--a great reminder that fall isn't … [Read more...]

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Answering Questions About My Puzzle Board & Sharing Some Favorite Puzzles for Fall

October 7, 2023 by 8 Comments

Over the past few days, I've had several comments and a few emails asking about the puzzle board I love working my puzzles on and about my favorite puzzles. I have to admit, I'm definitely a PPP, aka, Picky Puzzle Person. I have to be really invested in the scene and the story of a puzzle to have the desire to work it, and I will absolutely stop working a puzzle and put it back in the box to be donated if I … [Read more...]

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I’m Finally Doing It–Ordering A Sweater I’ve Been Stalking for Years!

September 24, 2023 by 25 Comments

How is your weekend going? I have a pretty big update to share tomorrow, something I've put off for many years but am finally getting done. In the meantime, the cooler 60's temps we've been experiencing every night the last couple of weeks are really motivating me to think about my fall wardrobe. If you've been reading BNOTP for a while, you know I'm a sweater nut. I may not like cold weather but I sure do … [Read more...]

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Brief Cabinetgate Update & Some Halloween-Autumn Inspiration

September 20, 2023 by 21 Comments

Here's a quick little update on Cabinetgate for those who are interested--if not, just skip on down a few photos to the fun stuff! On Friday, after the UPS driver left with the storage cabinets I had ordered still in her truck because she was physically unable to get them off the truck in order to deliver them...   ...AND after having told me she would mark them in their system as damaged … [Read more...]

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End of Summer Sale-On-Sale From One Of My Favorite Shoppes

August 27, 2023 by 4 Comments

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...]

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My July Favorites, Including Some That Would Make Great Birthday or Holiday Gifts

August 15, 2023 by 12 Comments

I have some really great things to share with you that were my favorites for the month of July, starting with a new addition to my Penhaligon's perfume collection. If you've been reading BNOTP for a while, you know I seriously love me some perfume and have become a wee bit obsessed with the house of Penhaligon's over the past couple of years. I have a lot of their fragrances and love them all! When I heard … [Read more...]

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For Sinus Sufferers: I Finally Found Something That Works

August 7, 2023 by 31 Comments

Welcome to the 758th Metamorphosis Monday! I hope you had an awesome weekend! For this week's Met Monday, I wanted to share a recent discovery I made that has really helped so much with my never-ending sinus issues. I've had sinus problems for many years, so long I can't even remember when they first started. If I catch a cold, I'm guaranteed a sinus infection will follow, but even when I don't have a … [Read more...]

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An Epic End-of-Summer Sale-on-Sale–So Many Beautiful Pieces!

August 2, 2023 by 5 Comments

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...]

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2 Favorite, Affordable Luxuries, Including One I Just Discovered

July 26, 2023 by 25 Comments

While I've been visiting family, I stopped by my favorite grocery store, Dorothy Lane Market. Normally, I don't enjoy grocery shopping and put it off until I absolutely have to go, but DLM is an experience! I wish they had locations in my area but sadly all their locations are here in Ohio. During a recent trip to DLM, I came across this yogurt by the French company, La Fermière. I was smitten by their … [Read more...]

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Attractive, Waterproof, Patio-Deck Storage For Outdoor Cushions, Toys, Gardening & Grilling Tools

July 24, 2023 by 15 Comments

Welcome to the 756th Metamorphosis Monday! Hope you had a fabulous weekend! Well, it has been a process spanning several years, but I have finally managed to move all the toys I saved from my son's childhood--to my son's home in Ohio for his children to enjoy. Of course, I didn't save every toy from his childhood, but I did try to save the best ones that I felt were perennial and would never be outdated. … [Read more...]

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A Few of My June Favorites

July 23, 2023 by 2 Comments

Happy weekend! Hope you're having a great one! I'm visiting with family right now so there's been a lot of Catan playing, cooking out, and assembling of cat towers and storage boxes. lol I'll share more on the storage part for Metamorphosis Monday. In the meantime, here are some of those things that made my life easier and a lot better during the month of June. (Catan Game is available here: … [Read more...]

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These Pierced Charger Plates Appear to Be Available Now In Very Limited Quantity

July 18, 2023 by 16 Comments

I've been blogging now for 15 years, and in all those years of sharing table settings here on the blog, the item I've received the most questions about has to be these pierced, cream-colored charger plates I purchased from Horchow back in 2008.   Though I've look several times over the years, I've never seen them available again at either Horchow or Neiman Marcus.   They aren't … [Read more...]

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How Do I Like My Speed Queen Washer & Would I Recommend It

July 17, 2023 by 70 Comments

Welcome to the 755th Metamorphosis Monday! How was your weekend? I hope you had a great one! If you've been following along with my recent washing machine saga, you may remember my 43-1/2-year-old GE washing machine recently started having issues. The appliance repairman I've used in the past when my icemaker acted up, confirmed that parts are no longer available, so it was time to go washing machine … [Read more...]

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Prime Days Are Here & Here’s What I’m Eyeing & Have In My Cart!

July 11, 2023 by 1 Comment

If you shop a lot on Amazon and are a Prime member as I am, there are some awesome sales going on right now for Prime Members. I've been scoping out the sales today and so many things that I've personally purchased or given as gifts are currently on sale. If you start your holiday shopping early as I normally do, you're going to love the sales! Note: The Prime Days discount shopping is only going on today … [Read more...]

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Sometimes It’s the Little Things That Can Make Life A Lot Better!

July 3, 2023 by 37 Comments

Welcome to the 753rd Metamorphosis Monday! Have you ever had something annoy you for a long time, then one day that final straw hits and you realize you have to do something to fix it, or at least find something that works better? That's what finally happened to me with these super annoying tape dispensers I've been using for ages. The red one normally lives in the basement and I have another one just like … [Read more...]

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Planning a Last-Minute 4th of July Table-Celebration, So Many Wonderful Finds!

June 29, 2023 by 16 Comments

Welcome to the 770th Tablescape Thursday! It has been a crazy week around here. The plumber has been here checking to see if I can move my washer connections to another wall in the laundry room for a possible future laundry room renovation, and he's coming back today for a follow-up. The roof cleaning company is also coming back today to touch up a few places that didn't come clean when they were here … [Read more...]

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A New Washer Has Me Yearning For A Laundry Room-Butler’s Pantry Renovation

June 21, 2023 by 40 Comments

The time was June 1979 and we had just graduated from college. During that final year of school, we lived on campus in a tiny apartment in what was referred to as "married student housing." With our studies now completed, we loaded up a small U-haul and headed off to Aberdeen Proving Ground in Aberdeen, Maryland for Officer Basic Training. Four months later, with that commitment completed, it was time to … [Read more...]

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They Arrived & They’re As Nice & Well-Crafted As Expected

June 16, 2023 by 6 Comments

Happy Fri-yay! The weekend is officially here! I hope you have a fun, relaxing one planned. I badly need to get out in the yard and do some weeding, although it may be way too hot for that this weekend. A few weeks ago, I put together a post with some gift ideas for Father's Day.  You may remember in that post I shared a really nice waxed canvas tote from L.L. Bean. Of course, this bag would be great for … [Read more...]

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A Refreshing Summer Drink, Super Useful Yeti Addition & 50% Off Sale-On-Sale

June 13, 2023 by 5 Comments

Recently, I saw a drink recipe online that sounded really good, but I changed it up a bit with the addition of another ingredient that I think makes it tastes and look even better. This drink is so yummy, it feels like you're having a fancy cocktail when it's really just a refreshing summer drink. Below are the ingredients although it's very easy to change them up for variety, so feel free to experiment … [Read more...]

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My May Favorites

June 10, 2023 by 23 Comments

Happy Weekend! I have so many great May favorites to share with you today! I've been looking forward to doing this post all this month! If you were one of the folks who commented that you wanted to purchase the cabinet that I've been buying to use here in the garage...   ...and now in my basement, they are back in stock again. I just got a third one for the basement on Thursday and put it … [Read more...]

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I’ve Been Summer Party Shopping & I Caught Some Great Deals!

June 3, 2023 by 23 Comments

Last May, a couple of weeks before their birthdays that fall just 6 days apart, I bought my son and daughter-in-law this awesome frozen drink maker. We had a blast making drinks with it during the time I was visiting. I've made frozen smoothies for my grandsons with it on subsequent visits.   Yesterday, I stopped by Old Time Pottery on the way back home from another errand and found the … [Read more...]

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14 Beautiful, Whimsical Flatware Designs & A Strategy For Acquiring Them All! ;)

June 1, 2023 by 20 Comments

Welcome to the 766th Tablescape Thursday! Have you ever done an online search for unique flatware? Every so often I do that just to see what fun, whimsical flatware has been created. I love a beautiful elegant table setting, but my favorite tables are the fun ones, those tables that make you smile or feel a bit like a kid again. Sometimes it's the flatware that can really bring a bit of magic or fun to a … [Read more...]

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3 Special Father’s Day Gift Ideas

May 27, 2023 by 4 Comments

I just ordered a gift for my son, but not sure when I'll give it to him. He has a birthday coming up, but the special coffee maker I gave him recently was really an early B'day present.   My friend, Susan, shared a wonderful tote this morning that she had just purchased. While shopping the website I came across another tote (on sale for 10% off) that I thought would be great for the bi-annual … [Read more...]

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April Favorites, A Chairside Table I Really Want For My Bedroom + 2 Handbags I’m Eyeing For Summer

May 20, 2023 by

Happy Weekend! The new storage cabinet arrived yesterday. It's downstairs in the basement, awaiting its assembly. I have to admit, I'm a tad nervous after what happened last time I put one together. I just have to remind myself that was a fluke because I didn't have any issues all the other times I've put this cabinet together. Looking forward to sharing some updates with you on Monday!   I'm … [Read more...]

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A Wee Bit Of Luxury, These Make A Beautiful Gift For Mother’s Day

April 26, 2023 by 11 Comments

I purchased a new lipstick refill for a case I bought recently and it arrived today. As I admired the color, I thought about how a beautiful lipstick case would make a great Mother's Day gift, especially with a special engraving inside. Quite a few years back, I fell in love with the bow-shaped lipstick cases from House of Sillage and ended up purchasing quite a few as I caught them on sale over the next … [Read more...]

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My March Favorites + A New Purchase That’s Arriving Today

April 22, 2023 by 10 Comments

Happy Weekend! Hope you are having a great one! I didn't want to let April get totally gone without sharing my favorites from last month. Sooo, ya know how Legos can be a bit pricey...when I was shopping for something fun for my grandsons for spring/Easter, I came across this adorable Lego bunny set and was surprised by how reasonably it was priced. This set actually makes into three different animals. I … [Read more...]

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An Appliance Slider Tray For My Kitchen, Love How It Works!

April 17, 2023 by 32 Comments

Welcome to the 742nd Metamorphosis Monday! How was your weekend? Hope it was a great one! Last Monday I shared a full, down-to-the-studs kitchen renovation my son and daughter-in-law just recently completed in their home. If you missed that post, you'll find it here: This 1970s Kitchen Just Got a Dramatic, Down-to-the-Studs Renovation.   As part of a yay-we-have-a-new-kitchen and early, joint … [Read more...]

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Pull-out Appliance Tray/Stand, Protects Kitchen Cabinets & Undercabinet Lighting

April 12, 2023 by 18 Comments

Thanks so much for all the lovely comments left on Monday's post where I shared a dramatic, long-awaited kitchen renovation my son and daughter-in-law just completed in their home. Just as their renovation was coming to a close, I came across an awesome coffee maker that I was pretty sure they would love, especially my son who has been literally searching for years for the perfect coffee maker. I am … [Read more...]

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All My Favorite Cleaning Products, Including One That’s Great For Polishing Jewelry

March 27, 2023 by 17 Comments

Welcome to the 739th Metamorphosis Monday! How was your weekend? I hope it was a great one! We've been having the nicest weather lately and I've so enjoyed all the sunshine! This weekend it was so nice, I backed my car out of the garage, blew out the few leaves that had blown in, and gave the garage floor its first official mopping since it was installed last summer. There were just a few spots here and … [Read more...]

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This One Is For The Coffee Lovers

March 22, 2023 by 31 Comments

My son and daughter-in-law are on the tail end of a full-blown, down-to-the-studs, kitchen renovation. They've been so close to having it complete but the countertops were very delayed. Those finally arrived and were installed on Monday. The appliances and plumbing stuff go in next, so they may have a functioning kitchen again by this weekend! Yipee! Recently, I was shopping in Williams Sonoma and I saw … [Read more...]

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I Found A Solution, But You May Not Want To Read This Post! Spoiler Alert!

March 20, 2023 by 19 Comments

Welcome to the 738th Metamorphosis Monday! Recently, I mentioned I had purchased The Happy Isles puzzle from the Magic Puzzle Company. I didn't know a lot about their puzzles, or this particular puzzle, when I purchased it, only that there's a bit of a magic trick at the end that reveals a surprise twist to the story of  The Happy Isles. Before we go any further into today's post, if you've purchased … [Read more...]

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My February Favorites Including a Purchase I Wish I’d Made Ages Ago

March 4, 2023 by 10 Comments

Happy Weekend! Instead of waiting so far into the new month, I'm sharing my favorites for last month (February) now. As you know, I've been on a huge puzzle kick for the last few months. One of the most challenging puzzles I've done in a very long time was this LEGO mini-figure faces puzzle. I could never work on it for longer than 30-45 minutes without taking a break--it made my brain hurt! Fortunately, it … [Read more...]

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