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Houzz interview: between naps on the porch (185 comments)

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"The room that "sealed the deal" and told me I'd found "home," was the family room. I’ve always loved a rich, paneled, library look and could see many cozy nights in front of the fireplace, reading or watching a good movie".
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For your chance to win a $50 Restoration Hardware gift card, comment on this interview by Sunday, October 18, at 5pm EST.
by restorationhardware.com
A few weeks ago, I discovered another wonderful blog and I knew right away that I had to share it with the houzz community. Susan, between naps on the porch, has one of the most beautiful and welcoming porches I’ve ever seen. Susan keeps dressing the porch for different holidays and events, changing and adding design details and inspiring many readers.
And not only the porch…Susan’s entire house is getting a special loving treatment and the end results are absolutely charming.
I’m so happy to introduce you to Susan and her blog between naps on the porch.

Please tell us about your "first meeting" with your house to be

When I first "met" my house, I knew immediately why it had been on the market for over year. It was a FSBO (For Sale By Owner) and still had the original, badly worn, burnt-orange carpeting, dark parquet flooring in the foyer and a kitchen that looked much older than its seven years. But, it had great bones…I could see so much potential. The room that "sealed the deal" and told me I'd found "home," was the family room. I’ve always loved a rich, paneled, library look and could see many cozy nights in front of the fireplace, reading or watching a good movie.

The first step of your remodeling process

Before we ever moved in, we had the whole house re-carpeted, except for the areas where we knew we eventually wanted to add hardwood floors. It was really hard walking over the existing orange carpeting, dark, parquet flooring and badly damaged vinyl kitchen floor, every single day for 2-3 years, while we saved for hardwood floors. In recent years, I've gradually begun removing all of the carpet, with the goal of hardwooding the whole house…I have three rooms left to go.

The biggest renovation challenge you faced

The biggest renovation challenge I’ve faced over the years, besides "affording" all the projects on my "To Do" list, J would have to be finding competent contractors. I have some insane, crazy stories I could tell involving hardwood flooring.

Your favorite style and colors

My favorite style is traditional with a definite love of the English Country style. I've always jokingly said I need a beach place and a mountain retreat, too. I love the beach cottage look, but also find myself drawn to a rustic, cabin style. But since it's difficult to mix all those looks into one home, I've kept to my first love…a traditional, classic look with a little whimsy thrown in to keep it from getting too stuffy. I did manage to sneak in a little bit of "cottage" when I added a screened-in porch.
Regarding color, I love color…a lot. I find myself admiring homes that have a clean, neutral pallet, but ultimately I find myself surrounded by color. I adore rooms with a blue and white color scheme. I love buttery yellow walls…have them in many rooms of my home. The downstairs family room in my home really dictated the color scheme for the first floor. It begged me to use rich jewel tones with the existing warm, butternut judges paneling. I definitely wanted a lighter look for the bedrooms and the upstairs family room. I think there's a room in my home for almost any mood you might find yourself in each day.

A spot in your house that makes you very happy/proud

Ummm, I guess that spot would have to be nestled into the swing out on the screened-in porch. Because I live in the sunny south, the porch is useable almost year round. Even in the dead of winter, Georgia will have the occasional warm, spring-like day. When I'm on the porch, it's hard to be anything other than happy. With ceiling fans whirling overhead, soft music in the air, nice breezes billowing through the sheers and birds winging to and from the feeders nearby, all the cares of the day seem to just melt away.

Your precious accessory/furniture/art

The most precious accessory/furniture/art in my home would have to be photos of my son and family…they are visible in almost every room of my home. Other precious items are those collected on family vacations...they are filled with precious memories. And finally, it's the books. No room is complete without lots of wonderful books. Some of my favorites cover the coffee table. I use them as a base to display a collectible or treasure and I stack them high on footstools and ottomans…they really give the room a soul.

Your next house project

Next thing on the never ending "To Do" list is probably a major renovation of all three bathrooms in my home. Another project waiting in the wings, is that of turning an unused "formal" living room into a home library, filled floor-to-ceiling with built-in bookshelves. I recently blogged about finding a major component I've needed for this project...two large curved niches/cabinets. The niches are around 90 years old, having spent their previous lives in a home built in the 1920's. They are just what I have envisioned for either side of the fireplace that I'd also like to add to this room. It’s going to be a fairly involved project, but one I’ve dreamed of doing for many, many years.

5 things that houzz readers need to know about you and your blog

1. I blog on topics about which I am passionate, but only as long as I think it will be of interest or prove helpful to my readers.
2. Posts normally center on decorating, tablescaping, before and after projects, birding, antiquing/thrifting and historic home tours.
3. BNOTP hosts two blog parties each week: Metamorphosis Monday, which is an opportunity to show off "Before and After" projects and Tablescape Thursday, where you'll find links to beautiful tablescapes all across Blogland.
4. I try to never blog about subjects that are controversial or sad…I think we get enough of that in the news.
5. My goal is to create a respite, a fun place to visit where my readers will hopefully see something beautiful, learn something new and maybe even laugh a little at the end of what may have been a difficult or trying day.

Best tip for the remodeling beginner

Keep a "Someday Book," a notebook with folders to hold the dreams you carry in your heart and you hope to someday bring to realization in your home. When you see a room you love in a magazine, tear out the page and tuck it away into your Someday Book. Eventually you will start to see a pattern of what you really like and those pics will prove helpful to you and your contractor, come construction day. Don’t rush into a renovation…take your time to really get a true feel for how you will use a room. When you shop, buy only what you really love…you may be living with it for a long time.

Last but not least: as a houzz friend, Susan has chosen a Restoration Hardware giveaway gift card to one of the lucky readers that will share their thoughts about her house and interview.

Thank you for sharing your charming porch and beautiful home Susan!

For your chance to win a $50 Restoration Hardware gift card, comment on this interview by Sunday, October 18, at 5pm EST.

comments

Beautiful!
kim says:
What a beautiful glowing porch! I love it!!!
Great interview. Thanks for sharing.
Fabulous. I love to see your different porch "faces". Will have to check your Tablescape parties- sounds fun and I would love to find some new ideas.
This article makes me tickled pink in searching for a new home with a porch to call my own. Thank you for the inspiration!
donajohns says:
Wow! I want to come and celebrate one holiday there...beautiful and inspiring!
donajohns says:
Oh, and I LOVE your 4th of July tablescape- AMAZING!!!
oldcharm says:
I agree with the other readers. Your home is beautiful and inspiring. I could spend hours on that swing...
geo55 says:
Ditto! And just my style...When can I move in? ; )
Thanks for sharing pics of your beautiful spaces. I admire the wearwithall spirit behind your constant renovation process! You've certainly got a gorgeous and inspiring home to show for it. I hope you get to enjoy it for many happy and healthy years to come!
dana29 says:
So warm and inviting. I enjoyed reading your interview. Thank you for sharing the beautiful photos.
redlock22 says:
Hello...I really love your home (although it is very different than my own) It reminds me so much of my MIL's house...like every piece was carefully considered and charished but not stuffy...if that makes any sense! Only been in my home 5 years so my taste is still evolving but I love the idea of a "Someday Book"!! Definitely going to do that!!
silver69 says:
You are very talented and the porch is amazing. I also like your "someday book" tip. Great idea. I'm saving my someday ideas here at houzz but I need to start adding notes...
avia1976 says:
My favorite room in/on a house is the porch! I love your blog!
Great interview!! Susan's home is so beautiful...she really should become an interior designer! I have three sad porches that I bet she could turn around to amazing spaces! Thanks for sharing!
debkb says:
Love the porch. We also have one, unfortunately not enclosed.
Your porch is perfect, I would never leave the space.
emma_g says:
Great interview. I enjoyed reading your story and tips and looking at all the beautiful photos.
hyacinth says:
I'm thrilled you selected Susan for this interview. Between Naps on the Porch is one of the first blogs I started following. Susan was also the main reason I started a blog of my own. I adore her style and look forward to any post she leaves. I always learn something new. Visiting BNOTP is better than any professional magazine. It's packed full of amazing photos and fantastic design ideas. Congratulations, Susan!
riachelle says:
Susan's home and talents are an inspiration to so many of us. It is thrilling to see her receive the recognition she deserves. Way to go, Susan!
BNOTP is one of my favorite blogs!!! I read it faithfully. As a renter, sometimes is hard to have that vision of what I want my place to be. We have incredible landlords who will let us do cosmetic changes to the condo, but let's be honest, who wants to sink a bunch of money into a place they don't own. Instead I have gotten many ideas in blogdom that have helped me make the place "mine" without speanding a lot of money.....BNOP has given me many ideas. I have started collecting ideas so that when we do get in a home of our own, I will have a better idea of what I want!
sgharris3 says:
So happy Susan is featured. Her home and ideas are an inspiration to so many. She has also been a real help to many new bloggers, including me!
lynnep says:
What a delightful interview. Until Susan had blog on her "some day " book, I had forgotten about the notebook I've kept for years. I immediately went and dug it out. Talk about a bit dis-organized. I got busy , put it in order and continue to add to it. I so enjoy my visits to the porch to see all of her creativity. You picked a great person to interview. Thanks for being so generous Susan with your time and advice... hugs ~lynne~
Your home is so welcoming and cozy!
marty says:
Susan, what a thrill to find you honored this way by Houss. Your home is so gorgeous and I never tire of seeing it. I really enjoyed the interview, it's always interesting to learn about your homes metamorphosis. Hugs, Marty
mbkatc230 says:
Susan, really enjoyed the interview. BNOTP was one of the first blogs I followed and it remains one of my favorites. If I had this porch, I would never leave. And I love anyone who makes books a part of their decor! Kathy
Congrats, Susan! You have done an amazing job on your home. It's evident that you put much thought and love in each detail. Such an inspiration !!
traci says:
Susan,
Great interview! Your house looks beautiful!
Traci
kbeauinal says:
Susan has a great blog, and I've always loved her porch.
cass says:
Between Naps On The Porch is one of the best blogs I have read -- and Susan is not only a talented designer and blogger, but she is the most generous of souls; she has shared so much information -- about her home, her blog, how to improve a blog -- that I don't know how she finds time to BREATHE let alone sleep! She's a marvel and a wonderful role model to anyone looking to begin blogging, or to see how someone infuses a house with personality and charm.
Houzz made a good choice in interviewing Susan!
Cass
sspence says:
Great interview, Susan. As always, I love your thinking and tips. You are truly a wonder, always a joy to visit.
I love your blog. But with all you do....do you REALLY ever get to take a nap on the porch?
mimisue says:
I just love Susan's home and blog. Very inspiring. Mimi
I am a follower of your blog and look forward to reading all of your updates. I too love traditional decorating and get tons of inspiration from you.

Mimi
I am so happy for you Susan and all of Houzz readers, to get to enjoy Susan's beautiful home and lovely porch. Susan is a wonderful lady and shares her ideas so willingly. I too would love to spend just a few hours in her swing just enjoying life, and let my troubles float away. Susan blog has given me much happiness and on some days the desire to not only keep blogging, but to help me have a reason to keep creating myself and my hundred year old Craftsman's Bungalow. She has has helped bring back my creative side I thought I had lost many years ago. I went on a big hunt to find my idea notebook, after finding Susan blog, which I have kept since the 1980's Thanks to you Susan and all that enjoy your parties each week, for all the enjoyment you have brought to my life and my home. My husband, Thanks you too, for I found new dishes, teapots, new popover pan, and pumpkins this week. He has never seen me so excited as I am about my love of Decorating and Tablescaping in years! He just laughed and shook his head as I told about the wonderful pieces and prices I found yesterday, for he waited for me to shop as he sat in the truck in the heat of the day. He is so Happy to see me smile again!
kjquilts says:
I've loved reading your blog for a while now. I really enjoy the tablescapes. You have a real gift for decorating and putting together a beautiful table.
lakk says:
Susan's tablescapes are amazing, the details are wonderful, and they are very inspiring.Her blogspot has become the highlight of my week. I can't wait to see what she posts next.
Susan,
Your blog is outstanding. You are so generous with information and ideas - I have learned so much about blogging from you. Your home is exquisite not only because of how you have decorated it but also because of the love that has gone into it.

Carol
mom2accjk says:
I love Susan's blog and have subscribed for a long time. I thought I was the only one in the world that had many sets of dishes, but Susan has many more than me. I am glad I am not alone in this strange obsession to buy every new set that comes along.
Susan,
I just love your porch. I want to come sit on the swing and sip ice tea. Your home is a beautiful reflection of you. I am new to your blog but I have shared it with all my friends.
Such an inspirational home and interview. Having a vision for our homes gives us direction in providing that special space for ourselves and our family. Susan definitely accomplishes this.
Every picture is just beautiful! I have been a follower of Susan's blog for a good while now. I never cease to be inspired!
Susans blog and home never cease to inspire me. Everything is beautiful. She shares wonderful ideas for decorating and making a house a warm and lovely home:>)
mgster says:
when I dream about my "Dream" house...this is definitely it! This homeowner has perfect taste. And if I had that porch...well, I would just LIVE on it! BEAUTIFUL!
cmflan122@gmail.com
auntc says:
I have been a BNOTP fan for a while. This is one of, if not my favorite, site. She gave the inspiration for my bedroom makeover! Her home has the warm and welcome feeling Iwant in my own home. She never fails to inspire!
aladdintn says:
Verrry inspirational! Thanks for sharing.
beccaross says:
I love the outdoor spaces. The entry and back porch are perfect.
michell60 says:
Hi Susan,
What a lovely interview. I'm so happy for you. I can't wait to check out this site, I will be spending a lot of time here!
Michelle
anita88 says:
Hi Susan, your home is beautiful!! I enjoy reading your blogs, I am from the ATL area and enjoy everything on your site. I wish you could come redo my entire house!! keep the pics coming,,
Anita
Susan's blog looks like another blog I'll soon be addicted too! :) Beautiful porch! Your porch is going in my "dream book."
Susn's blog is a wonderful inspiration. I follow her every post. She aspires to live in a private world of beauty. Bravo!
anns says:
I really enjoyed reading Susan's interview. I quite often check her blog and always find inspiration, even living in military quarters!
lgrayart says:
Beautiful home! That back porch (the one with the swing) is just to die for beautiful! ♥ ♥ ♥
sara1972 says:
Love your ideas. Great interview!
luchar says:
I have been addicted to Susans blog since the first day I found it. Everything is just wonderful.
Congrats, Susan on your feature! Very deserving, you have a beautiful home. And I have to say your porch is my fave spot in your house. I drool over it everytime I see it.
suzannej says:
I have read Susan's blog for some time now, and I am ALWAYS inspired by her talent and her creativity! Loved reading the interview!

suzanne
posey says:
Great interview! Love reading Susan's blog and reall enjoy her pics!
Beautiful; love seeing pictures and getting good ideas.
smstock says:
beautiful home.
Even though I'm more into modern houses I have to say that your porch is really beautiful. I really enjoyed reading your interview. Thanks for sharing.
larndon says:
i love the warmth that the lighting creates on the porch. i think thats what they used to call a "sleeping porch"... i could go for that more than once in the summer!

love the house!
emchasse says:
Wow! My dream porch.
richella says:
I'm already a fan of Susan's, but it's so nice to see her featured here! Her house is absolutely beautiful, and so is she. Thank you for this wonderful interview.
hartraffl says:
I started reading Susan's blog three months ago. I love that she takes her time to get the right look. I am like that also. I have read a lot of good decorating books based on Susan's recommendation. Wish I had a neighbor like her!

Hartraffl
kimmcl says:
Oh yeah, I've been a huge fan of Susan and her amazing blog since I began blogging. She NEVER disappoints. Ever.
nte_ says:
I've been building a someday book of my own, for quite a while now... it's nice to know that it might actually turn into something, someday. ;)
Love her tablescapes!
maureen says:
I love Susan's blog and am always inspired when I read it. You did a great interview capturing the "essence" of Susan and her lovely decorating ideas. Thanks!
lwingo says:
Very pretty!
jen724 says:
BNOTP is one of my very favorite sites. Beautiful job! And now I'm going to go read & nap on MY porch. :) Happy weekend.
BNOTP I have know since the days of RMS. She is just so awesome about her home, tablescapes and information that she blogs about. She is just like you interviewed her; warm, friendly, sincere and enjoys her home (especially the porch).
wiggydip says:
The 4th of July table scape is one of the best I have seen!
liz says:
I like the way you "dress up" your porch for different occasions. Great interview, thanks for sharing.
BNOTP was one of the first blogs I started reading. It is always full of scrumptious photos and wonderful ideas. Susan had surrounded herself with much beauty and charm...inside and on the porch!
absolutely beautiful!! i really like the doll house dressed up for the holidays!
Great interview! I stop by your blog a couple times a week and I'm never disappointed!
primfreak says:
Love this blog. Great interview!
auntnete says:
I enjoy Susan's blog so much. Wednesday Night you will see me checking every few minutes for the beautiful tablescape party. The highpoint of every week!
nanwizard says:
I am new to the world of the 'blog'; but it is totally addictive pasttime. Susan's blog, Between Naps on the Porch, is one of the most informative and beautiful blogs I have entered. So of course, I was most interested in her interview on the Houzz blog. As is the norm, she is insightful and generous with her astounding knowledge. I greatly value all the great information I have received in the blogging.
marlis says:

Wonderful, BNOP is one of my favorite sites. Although i live in West Texas, I grew up in Europe and have an appreciation of a variety of styles. My firm belief is that if you love "it" it will fit into your home. I can't wait to begin exploring this site. BNOP has spurred me on to make decisions, revisit what I have and above all else, I no longer feel self conscious about owning 17 sets of dishes!! Super interview, so informative, just like BNOP. I would have expected nothing less.
kathd says:


Thank you for featuring Susan and BNOTP. Wonderful interview! BNOTP is one of my favorites, so beautiful and inspiring.





anloko says:
I love your site, it's so inspirational and so was the interview!
Wow, what a beautiful home! I LOVE your porch!!!
Off to check out your blog...
Thanks for sharing these amazing photos.
I'm also new to the "blogging" community. I'm really enjoying all of the pictures and decorating tips. I love this blog, Cottage style is my favorite. I have bookmarked your site. LOL, Marie.
kirbyk15 says:
Beautiful home, great blog. I look forward to new posts at BNOP.
erin13 says:
I love this blog I check it daily for inspiration and the wonderful friendliness of the posts. She gives wonderful tips and ideas.
tardevil says:
Love Susan's blog! Her Tablescape Thursday party is always one of my favorites in Blogland! Her home is beautiful too! Also love going along to the Classy Flea w/ her to "virtual shop".
I'm in love with your red door!!
Susan's blog is so inspiring! I Love the use of color in her house.
The porch decorated for winter holidays made me want to cry with want. Full and cozy but not overly-done. I love the topiaries flanking your red door and the new take on a wreath. Thanks for your inspiring work. Adi, thanks for the great find!
Susan has a lovely home, and such a warm personality. She inspires and shares her passion for making a beautiful home. I look forward to reading her blog to keep my ideas and creativity going. Thank you for the great interview.
jacey says:
I have followed Susan's blog for several months now and also get great inspiration and ideas from her posts. I even painted my bonus room the same color as her upstairs family room (Duron's Tea Biscuit) thanks to her blog. Susan is a sweet, generous person who always shares her ideas and knowledge freely. Great job, Susan!
rene says:
This is beautiful. What a great interview.
shewhit says:
I follow her blog daily. She is great inspiration.Her home is lovely.
Sheila
This was a great feature. I have visited Susan's blog via Tablescape Thursday on occasion, but will be visiting more regularly from here on out. I had no idea her blog was filled with such inspiration. The rooms are all beautiful. But, that porch...it's just dreamy. Thanks for introducing us to her again today.
Great interview! I love Susan's porch and enjoy visiting, often!
I live in a "track" home, so seeing the charm of your home is refreshing.
sorayay says:
I'm a big fan of the blog and the interview was great! Thanks for the opportunity to enter.
ivylane says:
Susan, I found you via Beverly at How Sweet The Sound on Pink Saturday...and want to THANK YOU for posting about Houzz.com .... I found this site because of you! Your home is absolutely beautiful!!!!!
Your house is just beautiful! I love how large the porch is and am glad that you met you match when you met your house!
mlyq says:
Wonderful interview! I totally agree with keeping a "book" of ideas for future projects. I have a huge red binder for this that is continually growing.
patscats2 says:
Oh my goodness, one is more beautiful than the other. Just gorgeous, is all I can say.
janelea says:
Susan's posts are always inspiring and filled with eye candy. This interview is wonderful...filled with ideas which even a non-decorator can use. That's Susan...always encouraging her readers to stretch.
stekat says:
I love Susan's website and home. Her whole website is like a magazine. Thanks for sharing!
cindymcc says:
I am striving to make my home have the warmth and look similar to yours. Thank you for for the inspiration that you have given me with your wonderful ideas.
Your home looks cozy and beautiful at the same time. Love it!
betty819 says:
We all know and love Susan's blogs and she never disappoints us. Her home is wam and beautiful and she so willing shares her talents with her followers. Her tablescapes should be published in House Beautiful! She has beautiful and expensive china and silver and stemware but she also shops her favorite stores for bargains to add to her tablescapes. Her eye for color and style if outstanding!
lherter says:
This home is absolutely lucious! What an incredible talent!
marybeth says:
Susan's blog Between Naps on the Porch is the one that I keep coming back to over and over for her inspiration! I know that if I were to walk through her house, I would feel like I had come to my dream house, because she decorates the way I would like to! I feel like a soul mate and love how she shares with us all! Thanks Susan!
I love her home. Thank you for the interview which I found most interesting.
I love BNOTP - I am a daily reader! In fact, I dream of napping on her porch!
I've followed BNOTP for sometime and I never tire of looking at her beautiful home.
I always enjoy looking at your beautiful home, Susan!
Susan not only has a beautiful home but she is also super sweet. One night in the midst of some blog difficulties I contacted her and she responded and helped all she could. I love her blog.
mariedee says:
Like many other commenters, I am already a fan of Susan and her beautiful home. Now I look forward to exploring this site as well, looking for inspiration and ideas.
I've enjoyed Susan's blog for a while now, but have never heard the story of how she started in this house. Interesting to know!
teeoff10 says:
I am a huge fan of Susan and BNOTP and am so happy to see her featured here! I will enjoy coming back to this site for more wonderful ideas!
I love the molding around your front door. Gorgeous!
The door is beautiful. I'm thinking about going the same route - just need some paint!
I love Susan's porch. It is so comofortable and so versatile. I feel as if I could move in. I enjoyed the renovation pics of her porch as well when she blogged about it. Thanks for sharing it with all.
deefna says:
i am moving soon and I would like to decorate my house without spending very much. One of the ways I will try to do this, is by entering giveaways and looking in thrift stores and garage
tamitan says:
What a lovely home you have. Will have to check out your blog too. Great interview!
grdngrrl says:
I would love to have a porch. I had to laugh when you spoke of your orange carpets. When we bought our home 10 years ago, it had orange shag rugs, brown linoleum and swag lamps hanging in several rooms. I've just discovered your blog. I'm looking forward to seeing much more!
chany says:
Siempre he admirado ese porch con colores cálidos en verde pastel, la mesita que tiene la casa de pájaros la he mirado una y otra vez hasta quedar vizca, es broma, pero se la mostré a mis hijos, a mi esposo, porque adoro este porch y sueño con sala de star así de bella, ahi tejería, escribiría poemas, no mil cosas hermosas, te quiero amiga virtual Dios te bendiga y cada día te dá más. Chany
eazychat says:
Susan, you have a beautiful home, thanks for sharing it with us. I just started reading your blog a few weeks ago and look forward to your updates. I love your porch, wish I had one of my own!
Isn't this just stunning!!! Love your photos & your blog - how wonderful to see you here on houzz!!
maryj says:
Susan, I'm a porch person, and a huge fan of your blog, and read faithfully. Your porch is my dream porch and inspiration for "someday." When I feel down, I go to your porch and leave rested and refreshed! Keep on keeping us inspired.
I've been reading Susan's blog for a while now. Love it!
keylime says:
I've always loved looking at Susan's porch & her lovely table decorations! So inspiring!
Love Susan, her blog and esp. her porch - that is my inspiration for my dream porch for ONE day!! Great interview!!
mammy says:
I read BNOTP everyday. Susan is so creative. She also offers great tips that have helped me with my own blog. Love, love, love her style!
BNOTP is indeed a beautiful blog and just as Susan described, it is a pleasant, inviting place to relax everyday. Thanks Susan!
bjtn says:
Your home is absolutely gorgeous and so inviting. You have a wonderful talent. Thanks for sharing!
pam25 says:
Susan's was the first blog I ever read and I was hooked from the very beginning. I adore her style and the classiness of every room she decorates. I'm so glad to see her story told here.
Now that's making a house into a HOME... I don't think I would ever want to leave. I have a long way to go with my house, but this was truly inspiring.
tnshoe says:
Thanks for sharing, Susan! It's beautiful!
Tamera@doubledelight
02bnmxco says:
Very nicely done! I especially love the bedroom.
kasmlc says:
Susan & her blog are both fabulous!!! Everything she does, she does with perfection. Thanks for showcasing her on your sight.
racheltb says:
Great ideas and beautiful pictures!
ilona says:
Ijust love BNOTP. Can't wait until Thursday to see Susan's beautiful porch and tablescapes. BNOTP has inspired me to get out and use all those "things" I have tucked away for a special day. Now every day is special.
Wonderful post & photos!
ruti says:
Great interview!
I Love your porch, it is so beautiful and inspiring.
jjlmnaz says:
Susan is my number 1 favorite Blogger with Between Naps on the Porch. She is located right on my desktop as one of my shortcuts, so if that's all I want to see, I can just click onto her site. What a special person and decorator extraordinaire! It is a thrill to see her interviewed. I can't wait to check out Houzz. Jan/jjlmnaz
I loved reading that interview with Susan.
Everything was so familiar to me as I am a frequent visitor to BNOTP. And yes, how does she do so much and work full time?

Susan is generous and encouraging...always willing to help another blogger.
A beautiful blog, home and person!
deedee says:
Always enjoy BNOTP . . . one of my favorite blogs!
leen says:
Love, love, love Susan and her blog! And I am so happy to have found houzz!
debra says:
BNOTP was one of the first decorating blogs I discovered. Always heaven to visit!!!!
Beautiful blog, I can't wait to look at and read more....
nicole says:
What a gorgeous home you have. I love your porch!!!
nancyh says:
Every week I look forward to seeing what's new on your blog. You have such great ideas and your porch is my dream porch.
Love "Between Naps on the Porch" site, I check it out just about every day. It inspires me to rearrange or improve my own place a bit. I get tablescape ideas and porch setting ideas for future entertaining events. When I check out other people's submitted blogs on Monday and Thursdays, I'm always amazed how talented everyone seems to be. Once in a while, I try out something they've shared. Love ya Susan, although we've never met, I can tell we're kindred spirits! Best to you, Nina. My own personal blog: nestingpleasures.blogspot.com and my personal e-mail address: nina@localaccess.com
bebe says:
Susan's blog is beautiful and her home is to die for... Beautiful person and beautiful site.
lindaoh says:
Oh, I love the photos of your home. I just bought a "new" (new to me) house. I plan to visit your blog and check out all your ideas. Thank you so much for sharing.
jasa says:
That back porch is really something. However, I am equally drawn to the front entry. Her's sets the stage for the entire house and I can only imagine the curb appeal.
esblondie says:
Beautiful home!
misty says:
beautiful!
This was my first blog I ever went to! She is so talented and her presentation is always wonderful. Good suggestion about the idea notebook. In fact when she gave the tutorial on the pineapple centerpiece at Christmas last year, I printed it off and put it in my file!
smarin says:
I absolutely love these inspirational home photos! Thanks so much for sharing! I'm always looking for new ideas for making our house feel more like a home.
I absolutely love Susan's blog. She is an inspirational lady!
Sharon
slw_kerr@yahoo.com
lmeakes says:
I love this porch! Definitely a place where one can relax and let your mind drift to pleasant thoughts. Great job, Susan.
Thanks for sharing what is currently my favorite blog! What a gorgeous home.
joinutah says:
I am so envious of Susan's porch! Mine is drab and dreary.
Jo
lyonlogan says:
I just adore her stuff:)
Cindy Logan
wonderful interview and I got to see a few pictures I had not seen before of Susan's beautiful home. Susan's blog gives me my "eye candy"fix that helps me through the work week. Thanks
Oh my goodness - I LOVE your blog! Your home is lovely and your photos are fantastic. What a treat to wander through your posts. I enjoyed your interview and would delight in the opportunity to be entered in your drawing. Thanks,
hannieva says:
I love all the pictures and especially the dollhouse. It is fun to look and dream at Susan's house and she is an inspiration for me to get decorating. My dream notebook is getting full and I have even bookmarked ideas.
teriboos says:
I love Susan and her blog! She has brought so many women together "between naps on the porch". I'm very thankful for her.
kayt says:
Love your blog and beautiful southern home. I am a misplaced Georgia girl in Seattle, so it makes me feel a little closer to home.
ningemi says:
I love all of Susan's rooms but my favorite is her porch. I would love to spend some time
napping there or doing just about anything. I have so much fun wandering through
"Between Naps ON The Porch"
jacque says:
I love Susan' home and her decorating inspiration! I could move right into her home and NOT change a single thing! Thank you for sharing!
lindad says:
Gorgeous porch. I really enjoyed reading your interview. Thanks for sharing.
fabulous inspiration for decoration for the holidays. The porch is my fav with the table setting, the christmas tree and the overall loveliness!
Love love love this blog! I enjoy seeing her ideas as well as the ideas of everyone who participates on her blog. Thanks for sharing!
trez says:
My favorite blog!!
linderhof says:
I love Susan's blog -- it's full of great decorating ideas.
debclayco says:
I read Susan's blog religiously.....her home is so lovely!
kimtrees says:
my husband and i always said that we'd start by finding ourselves a nice porch, if we couldn't afford a whole house. but i told him i worried that nighttimes when we got sleepy and started to think of bed, we might fall off the back (of the porch) and break something. never having had one--or any house of my own-- i just hadn't thought of sleeping right there on the porch. thank you, susan, worries over. ...AND it's incredibly hard for me to believe this, but in less than two weeks, we hope to become owners of our own wonderful sheltering front porch. Plus, this one is attached to a little old (1930's) house, our very first home together.
keeper50 says:
I have enjoyed Naps on the Front Porch for a long time now, always full of inspiration and just raw beauty! Great interview!
gdaniel5 says:
Susan's porch is my "dream porch" come to life...I also live in the South and have had a love affair with porches for many years...I expect to see a book by Susan one day and cannot wait to get a copy in my hot little hands...she's a gem for sure.
I love Susan's blog. My dream is to find the time to participate on Monday's and Thursday's since both themes are a passion of mine. I just may be ready on one for tomorrow. Great interview.
kehc says:
Really enjoy the tablescapes and the decorating and the ideas etc!
Karen
I stumbled upon Susan's web site by accident & fell in love with her entire house, tablescapes, and yes, even Max the cat! (My female calico cat, Callie, would LOVE to meet Max!!). Susan's taste is impeccable - she should quit her day job & become a full time designer, maybe with her own TV show??!!
judah says:
I really enjoy Susan's blog. I look forward to every Monday, and Thursday to see what
she comes up with next. So glad you came across her blog.
Grace
shelly says:
I know I'm too late for the giveaway, but just wanted to say Congratulations on your Houzz interview Susan!

I'm a fan of Susan's blog (and blog parties) and love her beautiful home full of inspiration. :)

Roeshel
adi_t says:
Thank you everyone.
The lucky winner of the $50 Restoration Hardware certificate is ninaperozzo!
Congratulations and thanks again Susan for letting us peek into your beautiful home.
sakura says:
very creative :D
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