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With only a few days left til Halloween, The Los Angeles Times Home & Garden section goes into full "Trick or Treat" mode. On the treat part, this week's feature story regales us with a look at a cou...
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Name: Karen Kimmel & James Bond
Location: Los Feliz, CA
Size: 2800 sq. ft.
Years lived in: 8 years
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Former ATLA contributor Jonathan Lo has returned for a moment to grace us with o...
Now that you, the readers, have started voting, things are shaking up and narrowing down very quickly. From hundreds and hundreds of entries, we are down to a handful of colorful homes competing for t...
Have an empty wall just begging for some sort of "wow" factor? This wall of tea light candles from Maggie's house tour (House Call: Maggie Mason of Mighty Goods) might be just the ticket. We bet it l...
About five years ago I took a one day seminar on clearing out clutter. It was something that interested me at the time even though I didn't have a lot of clutter and I was really surprised by one of ...
For those of you participating in the Fall Cure, or those who are thinking of redoing a room, we searched our archives for some budget inspiration. Much progress can be made in a home without spendi...
Clockwise from top left, mistakes 7, 5 10, 25. See after the jump for details! Our attitude, in decorating as in life, is that rules are made to be broken. One person's disaster is another person's ...
Canoe is our favorite shop in Portland. The inventory is always so original and fun. Today we decided to browse through their gift section, and we thought we'd share our favorites with you....
On our last day of "Free Craigslist Scavenging" we decided to go with the motto, "Go big or go home." So instead of transforming two items into something different we are combining two items into th...
Title: Sleep Over
Photographer: Susana
Description: There is always room for one more friend
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We love this before and after for a couple of reasons. First of all, it shows us how great black looks if you use it as an accent wall to highlight a zone. In this case, it's the entryway zone. We ...
Hello AT:SF, I have been looking everywhere for some nice, different, cool chairs to go with my new dining table which I got from pottery barn. It's a simple, black expandable table. Though it's not a...
AT reader Kelley shares a photo of her older brother's apartment.If you have siblings, do you ever hear, "Wow, you and your brother/sister look EXACTLY alike!"? I do. All the time, although I will ca...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home: Midwest #32: Maya & Michael's Saturated Colors vs. Midwest #11 - Jesse's Tuned In Space... ...
As we've noted before, there is a certain art to taking pictures of interiors. Too often one feels restricted by the space, ending up with awkward angles and a photo that fails to capture the soul of ...
While browsing through David Met Nicole's website, we realised almost everything we saw– we wanted. With amazing one off furniture like the Wingback Chesterfield with vintage English bus roll as see...
crynfiction is making a trip to Goodwill — but keeping the kids.
• Cure Clock: 6.5 Weeks Remaining
• Assignment: Read pp. 70-99, clean and declutter the kitchen, cook
• Flickr Pool: Northwes...
Swedish designer Jonas Wagell has been experimenting with small space, prefab design. His Mini House is a flat-pack, prefab home available in Sweden, and his Floating House is a conceptual houseboat...
Perfect for hauling just about anything, sturdy canvas bags are one of the workhorses we rely on especially in the fall and winter to haul blankets, ice skates and yard sale finds. And they look be...
Jeffrey Beers is globally known for his restaurant and hospitality design, so Dwell magazine took a look at the kitchen he designed for his own home. Watch the video, after the jump!...
TV's Jessica flowers echo the colours in her warm kitchen Tough week, huh? But it feels good, clearing out stuff, doesn't it? And, it's nice to have a kitchen that feels full of the possibility of f...
raikenn found a great way to showcase mismatched flatware from an Italian flea market while keeping things in control.
Cure Clock: 44 days
Assignment: Read through Ch. 5 (Pages 70-99).
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We posted about Dull and Mattias’ remarkable renovation before but with the help of our Swedish friend Mats, we have learned a bit more from the article......
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, the second round begins! Help us decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home — Northwest #5: Square Harbor's Color Obsession vs. #22: Spacesha's Heart...
We've brought you some great highlights from Austin's Maker Faire this week, like furniture made out of old bike parts, knitted guitars and quilted mosaics. Well we'd like to end the week with one la...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash Southwest #21 Lori's Latin Lair vs. Southwest #22 Dave & Melanie's Craftsman Color... ...
Halloween colors that don't feel too spooky. This Tijuana apartment complex, designed by architects "at 103," uses a design scheme you don't usually see in such stark contrast: black, white, and ora...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash International #6: Sylvia's Warm Retreat vs. International #14: Kate's World Outside the Windo...
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We get this question a lot: "Where can I find a slipcover to fit my sofa?" And while we've all weighed in at some point, nothing beats a custom job. We recently discovered Mayfly, a blog by artist/m...
Are you into Fall Colors? Interested in color forecasts and what's around the corner for colors in the home? The Color Marketing Group is an international organization that works to forecast colors ...
We have a bit of an addiction to chartreuse - some might call it a problem. We've been trying to keep it in check lately, but when we saw this chair, we couldn't help but think how something wrong cou...
When the shopping bug hits or the boredom of how things look at home sets in, we recommend switching things around. Whether swapping the dining room rug with the living room rug (we just did this the ...
We've been on the lookout for canopy beds and like this one from EQ3. Sadly, there is no EQ3 in DC. Has anyone seen this bed in person?...
We were sure floored (or should we say doored?) when we saw this trio of unusually placed knobs while on a late night walk in the Mission....
We love color in unexpected places. It's a surefire way to liven up any space. A yellow sink? Yes, please. An orange coffee maker? And how! A green side table? Why of course! Which brings us to...
I recently bought two of these chairs at an Estate Sale and I'm not quite sure the direction I want to take them. After seeing a few chairs on AT, I'm thinking of painting them a high gloss black a...
Being green is all about being resourceful — looking at everyday objects with an open mind and a little creativity to make something new. Why not apply the same concept to Halloween?
Forget th...
We've long been fans of local artist, Richard Bassett. His recent work has focused on icons of Americana, referencing familiar and nostalgic American culture. While Bassett's newest work continues o...
Danielle has a good question: Do you have any tips on how to clean wood blinds? We have them in two rooms and all are covered in dust. Plus, I'm even more embarrassed to admit, the kitchen ones also...
Apartment Therapy favorite Clio Home has just added Jean Pelle's gorgeous collection of hand-turned wood candleholders to its line-up of chic tableware....
Hi AT:SF, Can anyone identify what brand/style of sofa this is? It's not listed in the Dwell credits anywhere. Thanks!
-Sandra...
www.gabrielross.com589A Bay Street Victoria, BC250-384-2554M-F 9-5:30 Sat 10-5
The go-to source for design classics in Canada, Gabriel Ross deals Herman Miller, Knoll, Fritz Hansen, Artemide, Flo...
If carving pumpkins is not your thing, Martha Stewart offers this technique for recycling empty soup or coffee cans into passable luminescent Jack o' Lanterns....
Based in the U.K. (so not for those that want to avoid conversion costs and shipping fees), the textiles from Classic Modern Textiles still offer inspiring color and patterns to base your home and loc...
As many of you know, living in a studio in an expensive city requires ingenuity. We were delighted to learn that one of our clients, Paul Irish, employed the "use what you have" principle so creati...
Little Heart Drinking Glass by Etienne Meneau
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AT reader, Ginger, wrote us about this lovely leather couch from Distinctive Chesterfields and needs your opinion on the comfort level.
"Dear AT, I'm wondering if anyone has had experiences with 'Di...
You know it's fall when the thoughts of a warm cup of tea and a good book and a blanket can be so consuming that it's all you can think about. Click through the jump to see where we found the ones a...
DesignSponge just did a sneak peek of Abigail Ahern's home and the attached photo was included. My husband and I have been looking for that exact wooden chair ever since we saw them at a resort in Bo...
We think this Charging Bulletin Board would make the perfect landing strip for a for a small space; you can post notes, store your small electronics, and even play music using this wall mounted char...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, the second round begins! Help us decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home — Northwest #15: Inger's Bright Colors vs. #19: Catherine's Outside Insid...
This week, our Fall Curees have been working with floor plans and deciding what activities will go on in each room. Often we make these decisions without really giving them a lot of deep thought. We...
The Winning Design - Rion Stassi's Chandelier
Last Thursday, the Basil Hayden Tastemakers Design Chicago competition culminated in a combination final judging session, winner naming and cocktail pa...
Full Disclosure: We are in love with this apartment. Possibly creepy in love. Possibly Glen Close in Fatal Attraction in love.
We managed to snag a copy of the new domino at the release party for ...
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This morning we found photos of Sarah's entryway in our Flickr account. We adore before and afters, and hers makes us feel inspired to do something about the entrance into our home... ...
We've all been there. An evite, invite or phone call last minute asking us to go out for drinks, dinner or a party. We would say, 99% of the time we go out and enjoy ourselves. We often feel like w...
Here's a new feature that I thought I'd try. Every now and then I get an email from readers of cool design features that they see in their daily travels. In an effort to share the wealth, I offer th...
Part art installation, part decor, we're impressed with this birch tree, designed for a little girl's room. And it's not just nice to look at, it's interactive as well. See how below the jump!...
We've seen the mosaic technique used on walls, floors and furniture before. We've seen tiles in a range of colors and featured in a variety of rooms. When we came across mosaic tile used in this inte...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash Southwest #1: Benjamin and Elizabeth's "Citrus Harmony" vs. Southwest #9: Alicia's Austin Aur...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home: Midwest #2: Rachel's Bungalow of Bright Ideas vs. Midwest #31: Alison's Happiness at Home ... ...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash International #5: Kelley's Self-Mixed Colors vs. International #13: Paulina & Marek's Shades ...
We saw these white claw foot chairs on Alchemie's blog and had to ask readers: hot or not? They certainly make this otherwise traditional dining room more interesting. What do you think of the chai...
We've loved the Random Light by Mooi from Design Within Reach since we first saw it. Here's your chance to get it at a relatively steep discount. Jump below for links to this and other good finds.
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Attention: DIYers who want a 10-minute segment of fame. Popular DIY mag Make is going broadcast soon, with the help of Twin Cities Public Television.
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Hi, AT Boston! I am picking up a great couch I found in the free section of Craigslist this weekend, and am super excited about the gorgeous structure of the thing. The upholstery, on the other han...
If you're needing a touch of glamour in your home, consider this Hollywood Regency credenza in a cream antique finish. Details include curvilinear panel doors with antique cabinet pulls. Perfect as ...
To build on from Bethz’s easy sustainable living tips, we have a post for all the southern hemisphere readers. With summer nearly here, its time to think about how you are going to keep cool at hom...
This Danish teak secretary creates an instant hideaway home office wherever you place it. Located in East Garfield Park, it's selling for $350. The seller says it's a 1960s piece in excellent condit...
The voting links above take you to that region's active brackets. Cast your votes and help us decide the winner of the Fourth Annual Fall Colors Contest... ...
As we posted earlier this week, local D.C. designer Darryl Carter just launched his new furniture collection for Thomasville; he is on tour to introduce both the collection and to sign his bestselli...
The tables, seating, bookcases and storage available through House Eclectic offer a range of great colors, based on Benjamin Moore matches. Each piece has its own set of options, so not all 9 colors (...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, the second round begins! Help us decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash East #2: Christine's Bright & Cheerful vs. East #50: Mariegael's "Fr...
If you're crazy about those Pantone mugs, here's an idea from Elle Décoration to transform your stairs...
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AT DC,
I know that Etsy has labs in NY where you can go and learn fun, new, creative things -- are there any similar workshops in DC? I'm interested in learning something new, having fun and meeting ...
Even in recessionary times, people do not stop drinking. Rather, they adapt their drinking habits. The good news is that there are still great budget wines available for every budget and every taste. ...
A refreshingly down to earth Midwest home of an Architect and family graced the pages of the October 07 issue of Dwell. The Dean's place has gorgeous features (like the light wall shown above) and gre...
Paring down and getting in touch with the basics seems to be the order of the day (that and cool wood stuff) so we couldn't help but highlight these home office basics that are as simple as building b...
A little while ago, we posted a roundup of colorful striped rugs from IKEA. Here's another source for the same classic pattern: Crate & Barrel Outlet. There are good deals to be had right now on bot...
While Victoria's off relaxing in Thailand, she's had some guest bloggers on her blog. Yesterday Mrs. French from Bliss visited Stephanie Sheldon's Portland home (Stephanie owns a shop, Noun: a person...
The week is almost at an end, but before we finish up our 5 part series on how to make something from nothing, we have two more projects with pieces coming from Minneapolis and Detroit. Click throug...
We love all the cute and pretty items from Rose and Radish. We recently checked out some of the new products that they have on display, and we fell in love with Esther Derkx's clever and interesting ...
We've been on a bit of a wedding bender these past few months, attending everything from a breezy beachfront wedding to charmingly rustic nuptials on a farm in Asheville. And while we may suffer from ...
Last weekend we had a sustainable living coach stop by our house. We've always recycled in our apartment and used scratch paper for printing but it never really went beyond that. Toying with compost...
Hi there AT! Hoping someone out there can ID this great lamp I received for free from my neighbor when she moved away. The base is solid marble and unbelievably heavy. There appears to have been a s...
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Today only, these two colorful Chicago homes go head to head. Who gets your vote?Midwest #25: Angela and Adam's Mood Change vs. Midwest #38: Chris and Jay's Real Reflection... ...
Whether it's a recent transplant to the city or a visiting friend who loved the town, sometimes a gift for the home with a San Francisco tinge is the way to go. Here are a few of our favorites....
There is something very appealing about the idea of flat pack furniture. Maybe because it brings out the latent puzzle enthusiast in us or it could be that it allows us to pretend we actually ‘made...
The November isse of InStyle magazine will feature a spread on Jessica Alba's home, which she shares with her husband and 5 month-old daughter. While we're sure the house is huge, we can appreciate ...
AT reader Shazzbazz draws the Line! posted this eye-catching collage of images of her eye-catching DIY transformation of a dresser drawer she's had since first purchasing it back in 1991 on our ATLA F...
Last night we caught a rerun of What's Eating Gilbert Grape on TV. (It's hard to pass on a 1990s Johnny Depp movie.) Being the Apartment Therapy nerd that I am, I grabbed the remote to TiVo this sce...
Painting by muralist and illustrator Scribe.
Hanging artwork can be expensive. Frames, glass, matting.... the whole thing can turn into a great investment. But what happens when you have a small ...
Our friend Dave over at local blog "And Now, Anacostia" noticed that two recipients of the Historic Homeowners Grant Program in his neighborhood have restored their houses complete with copper window...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home out of these two Northwest finalist entries: #13: Matt and Kevin's Dark, Saturated Colors versus #32: ...
Wood is certainly a favorite material used in homes, whether the home be traditional, modern, new or old. More and more frequently, it's used to set the neutral tones of a room. Warm-toned, rough or ...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash Southwest #18: Sarah and Matt's Sweet Tarts vs. Southwest #33 Ben's Inspired Mood...
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Here on Apartment Therapy, we've been discussing small space living since our inception, but with the current economic downturn it's becoming a more mainstream topic. Yesterday, CNN profiled two peo...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash International #4: Sol's Italian Kaleidoscope of Color vs. International #12: Incrediblejoy's ...
"Good Morning" 2008. Coffee filters and acrylic medium, 28 x 28”
Introducing Linda Stillman a devotee of daily artistic observation practices... and spirited transformer of found materials. ...
Moolah, cash, duckets - it's all the same, and it seems to be on the collective minds of the whole world right now. So let's paint the walls, bureaus, etc in memory of the green that seems to be slipp...
Anyone need a couch? With the economic situation being what it is, more and more people are turning to Craigslist to unload a few unnecessary items to put some money in their pockets. And if you're th...
The Hudson's Bay Blanket carries with it a constant urge to go modern. Its traditional bold stripes in bright colors are perfect for a modern application. That's why we loved the Cancon Chair when w...
We usually associate sachets with a strong floral or cedar scent in the unmentionables drawer, but generally speaking, we think the detergent smell does just fine, thanks. Our shoe storage, on the o...
Art & Design Events...October is Fall Colors and The Cure at Apartment Therapy
Jonathan Adler Showroom
Designers Networking Group Meet Up
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Cold evenings call for warm dinners at home with friends. We tend to keep our dining table free and clear, but if you prefer to dress yours up a bit, a colorful table runner offers a lively, easily in...
As the light fades and it gets colder, our apartment is starting to look a little bleak. What better way to keep things bright than with a few of these Tillandsia pants from Design Within Reach......
We covered past bold decor color choices in the White House private quarters, and Benjamin Moore's presidential paint forecast for the next administration. Now the Washington Post features a chart c...
Here at AT, we're big fans of any product that helps us stay organized. When we came across the Clearly Glam Box, we fell in love. Not only is it practical, but it's also made out of recycled PET: P...
A few weeks ago, while walking to the neighborhood ice cream parlor, we noticed that a new store had opened down the street from our home. Being a fan and supporter of independent local shops, we en...
Hello AT, I want to reupholster this chair with a sheepskin pelt. The skin of the pelt is quite thin. Do you have any advice on where to find someone to do this for me (at a reasonable price)? Than...
OK, this one requires first-person singular: When I (Kayla) was in the sixth grade, the extent of my passion for interior design revolved around a single chair — a huge, purple, inflatable cha...
AT:SF, Anyone with kids have a DWR Sapien bookshelf (or one of the knock-offs from other vendors)?If so, how stable are they? Are they baby/toddler/child-proof? We are about to attempt squeezing anoth...
Product: Place Space series by Todd Oldham: John Waters, Home Studio Home, Camp Nest, and Bedrock City, published by AMMO books.
Value: approx. $80
Description: If you love Todd Oldham and his quirky...
Parasite Studio's appropriately named White Studio apartment is as crisp and clean as brand new linen sheets, with elements of neoplasticism's philosophy of reduction of both form and colour to the es...
One of the colors that stood out to us as both fresh and homey in this year's color contest is a nice gold-y apple green. Especially interesting for the bedroom, it works well with both warm (oranges)...
We love this look from Domino Magazine. We like the pairing of rustic furniture with a more modern aesthetic. Keep in mind that when you mix styles, match shape or color. Here are some of our favor...
You don't have to spend a lot to go green, but it's easy to make costly mistakes if you don't do your homework. There are no federal regulations for items marketed as eco-friendly so some green produc...
With Halloween fast approaching, how about a little goodness mixed in with the ghosts and ghouls? Inspired by the space above, we set out to round up some angel wings for the home. We see some redee...
Re-nest's Creative Reuse series continues with this great idea from reader Heather... and check out Lisa's raised dog feeder in the image below left.We're wondering what impact the economic crisis has...
We like scarves as much as Elizabeth of Box Living apparently does, but her DIY resourcefulness on the subject far outstrips ours. This pretty row of fabric loops makes a perfect display for the col...
Does anyone recognize what brand/style of sofa this is? It's not listed in the Dwell credits. Great question, we think we know.......
When AT:SF first featured housewares by the Modern-Twist design team, the general question was: where can I buy this stuff? In Chicago, we found the Vinotagz, specifically, at Hazel. Click below for c...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash East #43: Lisa's Mustard, Cranberry & Mixed Greens vs. East #78: Diego's Color Therapy...
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The South End has become one of Boston's unofficial design hubs, brimming with a strong supply of home goods stores. Devi Home is one of the more memorable and beautiful stores to be included in th...
Since October plays host to the Fall Colors contest, we thought we'd share another inspiring way to gather color inspiration if you are stuck in a rut. Why not try checking out luxury hotel websites? ...
No one ever said that you had to have fresh flowers around all the time. Check out this mix of fall pumpkins, squash and foliage instead! Click through to see who's table this is... ...
Does anyone know what happened to apt furniture store in soho?! I was just about to buy their "lounge" sofa, after months of looking at various sleeper sofas. They disappeared without a trace sometime...
ATDC reader cinematique is trying to find the perfect rug:
Hey AT I need your help!!
Overstock has a rug I love (Doha 36) but the 8' x 5' is too small for my living room. I'm wondering if anyone k...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home out of these two Northwest finalist entries: #10: Casacaudill's Mood-Changing Colorful Craftsman versu...
Talk about color. Artist Rafael Macho's prints are dripping with it. The graphic designer has worked in illustration and motion graphics for many years and is now selling his prints through Supermar...
We're completely obsessed with factory girl Brigid Berlin's latest show, currently on view at John McWhinnie through November 22nd. These smart, hilarious needlepoint pillows are obsessive recreati...
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The Wooden Duck
14th Annual Fall Furniture Sale
Fri., 10/24-Sun., 10/26, 9 am-9 pm
Berkeley and San Rafael
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A friend of ours has been wanting to change her space around ever since she redesigned her office. It has been part of a reworking of her entire space (moving her desk into the smaller library to mak...
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Who gets your vote out of these two colorful Midwestern homes? Take a look and cast your ballot: Midwest #24: Arno's Attic Abode vs. Midwest #36: Sally's Stripes... ...
Room Dividers from Studio Lilica
A couple of years ago I received this evergreen question from a reader named Mona:
I have a room right next to a bathroom and I want to put in our home office there...
Growing up, it was rare to find a carved pumpkin on our porch. This wasn't because our family didn't celebrate Halloween, but because mom and dad were handier with a paintbrush than a knife. Aside f...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash Southwest #17: Chris & Kendra's Eyeball Tickler vs. Southwest #29 Julie and Mark's Artist Hea...
We've admired this homeowner's detailing to its parked Airstream trailer for awhile now. Instead of letting it sit forgotten and disused in a corner of their lot, they've given it the star treatment ...
This Sunday, The Great American Book Drive is accepting books that need a new home: A large percent of the profits from their sale will fund reading programs in the local Chicago community. It's about...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash International #3: Jo's Primary Pop vs. International #11: Paola's Color Harmony... ...
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Exquisite Fabrics Moving Sale
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Anyone who's tried to ever buy one knows that bed frames are expensive. This Excellent Queen Bed Frame with Slatted Base is a great deal - someone snap it up! Jump below for links to this and other ...
The Midwest Visual Agency combines motivation, Swiss typography, and mixtape rap in these calmly cool posters that also come in cubicle dimensions. Successories, meet the stepchildren....
Archipelago Linen Sale!
October/November Sales...
Archipelago Linen Sale
• Up to 70% off high-end linens
• November 5th through 7th
• 38 Walker Street, 212.334.9460
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I just moved into a beautiful new apartment! It is almost perfect (see photos). To be clear, the counter is pink with flecks of glitter. The tub, toilet, and sink are blue. I am a renter. How can I ...
Sometimes, a traditional armchair just seems too bulky especially in a smaller space. A good compromise is to find a chair that is not only comfortable and functional but also gives the illusion of ...
Sigh...nothing beats coming home. Getting caught in the rain or working a double shift can make the moment we finally reach the front door utterly blissful. Sometimes, even if the day hasn't been so...
Last year SF AT showed you the huge tree graphics on the outside of this quirky house renovation in Melbourne. We recently came across the house via the IDEA 08 awards and were immediately drawn to th...
Intl Poster Biennal Medalist Winner for Excellence in Typography - Farhad Fozouni
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The First Chicago International Poster Biennial
We want posters to be realized as the qu...
Starting to think about holiday parties? If so, you might enjoy these Seven Deadly Sins Mingling plates from Z Gallerie. We love mingling plates at parties, and know we would laugh out loud if we ...
Dana Joy (from one of AT:Chicago's favorite house tours) is selling this sleek, vintage modern sectional sofa, in incredible shape in a bright, woven abstract Chinoise fabric. She says it was "recentl...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash East #40: Brandi & Dave's Color Balance vs. East #71: Jamie's "Iced Cube Silver"...
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This is just one possibility for arranging the Tangram shelves from Italian company Lago, who specialize in high-quality modular pieces that you can arrange and rearrange to suit your whims......
This Bo Concept Quattro Sofa is selling for $1400 in Capitol Hill. It measures H 26” x W 77” D 35 ½” and the current owner, AT reader April, will help you transport it. Check out the full adv...
For those of you who like to bake, this new acorn cakelet pan from Williams-Sonoma and Nordic Ware should hold endless options. Corn muffins? Chocolate cupcakes? Mini madeleines? Yes please.
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Wow factor. Atlas Industries is definitely on our Top 10 Adjustable Shelving List. Combining the strength and thin lines of steel with the warmth and texture of wood, the AS4 shelving is the perfe...
Check it out. Our finalists in our international class (which contains some of the best entries in the whole contest) has just begun today. Click on in and vote for your favorites.... >> Internati...
We recently moved into our new abode, and we're still getting settled. One of the things we've been thinking about is how to keep the view from our many windows and yet gain a little more privacy. ...
Gennine's Modern Mexican AbodeWhen we do housetours, one of the first questions we ask is: What's your style? In the Cure this week, we're learning that it helps to define the look or mood that you'r...
We live in an apartment with a combination living/dining area, so were very interested in the approach Newell Turner took in the design of a similar room for his own home. He says, " I used a settee a...
We all know one of the least expensive ways to refresh a room involves rearranging your furniture. Re-examining what you already have with fresh eyes is greener, cheaper, and often more effective th...
"When there is righteousness in the heart, there will be beauty in the character. When there is beauty in the character, there will be harmony in the home. When there is harmony in the home, there wil...
We have this problem. We can't help but give our dogs toys that have stuffing in them. They enjoy it way too much. What's that line from the movie The Rock? "I'll take pleasure in guttin' you boy...
Dear AT:SF, We have a fireplace similar to the one shown in this picture. now we want to look for a painting to put above it. we actually like this one in the picture too, can anyone in AT help us i...
Liz writes to us with a question after seeing an idea in Dwell Magazine:
The November issue of Dwell has an interesting article on a supportive-housing development in Chicago designed by Helmut Jahn ...
Rebecca Szeto at Yosemite Open StudiosArt & Design Events...October is Colors Month at Apartment Therapy
SF Open Studios
Includes 3 Fish Studios and Yosemite Studios
Sa...
We were inspired by Bethz's wood-themed post yesterday that we had to add this great Etsy find to the mix. Kindling celebrates the the beauty of wood grain and texture with a few of great pieces, lik...
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“Where we love is home, home that our feet may leave, but not our hearts.”
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Look who's back here in LA, working from my apartment again. But it's even more fun this time because Maxwell and I have been joined by Laure and Beth. We're all here busily working on posts and AT bu...
What do you get when you cross a cabbage, metal pole, pill bottle, rose petals, knife, ribbon, roses, vintage knife and fork, mallet, plate and a pin? Click below to find out…...
Maditi's photographs have the enviable quality of being both stimulating and deeply calming at the same time. That's a winning combo for photographic art, especially since we tend to prefer to frame...
Yes, the global real estate market isn't faring so well, but that doesn't mean we can't ogle at what's on the market. (Sometimes you just want a little eye candy, right?) This curved house, listed b...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, because yesterday's showdown resulted in a perfect tie, you have a second opportunity to decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home out of these two Nor...
Take luxury vintage furniture, add a mix of modern accessories, toss in industrial elements like rustic cabinets and lab stools and you have Acquire. Acquire is a new home boutique in a comfortable...
In honor of our Fall Colors Contest, we had to mention these Buddha bowls, which come in a range of seasonal hues. Sure they'd fill up nicely with hot chocolate or tea, but we don't want to hide them ...
Oh the challenges of a rental! Especially one in a modern building of the sort that seem to be replacing the classic old Spanish-style buildings in our neighborhood. Beige carpeting, skimpy rooms an...
So far this week we've looked at revamping speaker boxes, oil drums, retail shelving and old tires. Today's ideas tackle a work bench on it's last legs and some terra cotta tubes both found in Craig...
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We correctly identified the 3D flower art on Dave’s bathroom wall a few months ago as Wallflowers by Umbra. With magnets on the back, these neat little flowers cling to tacks on your walls...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home out of these two Northwest finalist entries: #9: Sandi's Happy Danish Modern Clown Colors versus #24: ...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash Southwest #16: Luka & Gage Modern Ranch vs. Southwest #26 Graham & David's Modern Escape...
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With the invention of such modern marvels as digital photography and websites like Flickr, it seems physical photo albums (you know, the ones your parents would pull out to embarrass you in front of ...
This new pattern from wallpaper designer Jocelyn Warner has a metallic sheen that evokes leaves catching the light on a gray day. We love the pale birch color, with silvery layers that have the same...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash International #2: Brandyce's Earth Tones vs. International #10: Marita & Jens' Wild Colors......
Sometimes you don't need color exactly, but you need a little something, a gorgeous object that just stands out... like this Gold Bottom Dish from Up in the Air Somewhere. We love the gold, but we al...
We spotted this creative kitchen in the latest issue of Sköna Hem. This home was once a two-bedroom flat, but after the owners opened up the attic, it expanded vertically into a four bedroom apartme...
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In 2007, Montreal saw an early snowfall. We were visiting in November last year and remember the snow that was dumped on the city during the short stay. It surprised us then, but we'...
We're big fans of Bae. Whenever we're on Sacramento Street we make an extra effort to take a look at what they're currently selling. The latest items to catch our eye? The Mother of Pearl furniture....
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Le Depot on Jefferson, French 50's and 60's on Abbot Kinney, and Galerie Sommerlath in Culver ...
We had a little birthday party at home recently, and towards the end whipped out the paper and pens for a game. The next day I couldn't find any of my pens - thanks to someone putting them all "away" ...
Continuing our post from yesterday on Lifehacker's Top Ten Ikea mods, we wanted to share this ingenius storage solution for multiple bikes in small spaces......
We've been noticing some patterns in color schemes: secondary colors in Richard Robert's Orange, Purple Green Oasis; primary colors (red, blue and yellow) plus green in the Modern Classic home shown ...
[We're loving spin LP's neutral color scheme and open floor plan with floating furniture.]
We've posted before about tips for making your home feel bigger and one of the best small space tips is float...
Cue the theme to Goldfinger! When we were very young, we thought that any sort of gold accent in a room was the ultimate in sophistication and class. We blame all those episodes of Dynasty. As we g...
A little color inspiration from the restaurant world — check out these great baby blue painted dining chairs at Orinoco Latin Kitchen in Brookline Village. We love how they pop in the mostly w...
AT reader Moira of Dog Art Today sent us a great link that appeals to both our decor aesthetic and pet-loving sides in equal measure. The images above are the works of (obviously) talented LA photogra...
Natalie has a question: Living in Minnesota, I desperately need green, and since it snows about 8 months out of the year, I'm thinking of buying some grow lights and starting a little herb garden. My ...
Isaac Mizrahi's new book How to Have Style is all about fashion, so we were surprised to see that his blog was so much about design (as well as fashion!). Isaac is guru of style-on-a-budget, he did,...
Dear AT:SF, I am looking for a lamp that was available from Urban Outfitters at least a few months ago called "Enamel Floor Lamp." Urban Outfitters no longer carries it. Do you know how to find this l...
Silhouette motifs just have that ability to stir the imagination. What's the appeal? We think it's as much about what's not seen in a silhouette: the chance to fill in a story for ourselves. These a...
Who doesn't enjoy lounging about with a soft, warm blanket? This oversized cableknit afghan makes us want to stay in bed all day.
This past week, we also saw a headless teddy bear lamp, tremendous t...
Whoa. We were extremely dubious when we saw that headline, but it's an interesting concept. These are houses that have climbing equipment instead of stairs, are situated in locations remote and peril...
We've been immersed in bold colors for the Fall Colors Contest and wanted to highlight some of the more subtle color palettes that can be every bit as interesting. Maybe you're not ready to paint the...
B, F, I, T, U, W. If any of these letters mean anything to you, you're in luck. Urban Outfitters sells these recycled metal letters - perfect for marking your territory - for $8 a pop. ...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash East #36: Sara's Watermelon Theory vs. East #60: R&R Ranch's Reaction to Builder's Beige...
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For our redesign and organizing business, we have frequent occasion to help people select storage bins to corral their stuff. More times than not, we revert to plastic bins. So we're delighted tha...
Today's Chronicle covers two of California's most famous woodworkers and furniture makers, Sam Maloof and James Krenov. Hailing from a time before big box stores, when furniture was hand-crafted and m...
Yesterday, Laure offered some great ideas for decorating for Halloween. Apparently, apart from Christmas, according to the Los Angeles Times, Halloween is the biggest decorating holiday of the year. ...
After watching Monday's episode of Chuck last night (Thank You DVR), we fell in love with Agent Walker's apartment. The whole scene was full of eye candy; from the sweaty girl boxing amid a room cla...
Hi AT NY, I saw the attached picture at Diesel on 59th St. recently. Does anyone know anything about the table and where I could find something similar? Thanks!
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As temperatures in DC drop, so do our fall leaves. Municipal leaf collection does not begin for another few weeks, but we have friends already debating the wisdom of bagging leaves vs. mulching the...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home out of these two Northwest finalist entries: #7: Rachel's Warm, Rich Colors versus #23: Barbara and Gi...
AT reader, beitz, has a question about the look of beige carpet in an apartment.
"How can you make your apartment look cool if you have carpet that you are not allowed (or don't want to) remove? Alm...
Lotta Jansdotter's annual fabric calendar is back for 2009. Functional and fun, the calendar can be used as a tea towel in the kitchen or as a wall hanging. This year, Lotta's also made them into 20...
We've been slowly putting together a handful of model apartments for our day job over the past few months, and have finally gotten down to layering the finer points like bedding. Finding expensive-l...
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We know, it's only October, but stores are starting to carry calendars for 2009 and we're already looking forward to the new year, and a new calendar. But when we came across Lisa Dejohn's oh-so-cute ...
Always up for a trip to The Container Store, we were super excited to walk the red carpet at a special evening hosted by Dwell with The Container Store. The format was a discussion by KCRW host and p...
At Webster/Clybourn, a new, still-in-box rolling file cabinet in a black finish from West Elm for $100. Jump below for links to this and more good finds:
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For some the kitchen is sacred in its purity of color and materiality. But for others, it is another opportunity for whimsy and fun. Here are a few examples of people who weren't afraid to use thei...
Today I have something that is the design equivalent of Monkeys in a Barrel: Algues by the Bouroullec brothers. One part room screen and two parts art installation, this stuff continues to amaze me...
Viewing the entries in the Fall Colors Contest got us thinking about actual fall colors and where to find them. In the Northeast, it's easy to find spectacular beauty right outside your front door, bu...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash Southwest #14: Jayne's Technicolor Playhouse vs. Southwest #25 Paige's Painter's Eye... ...
Yesterday we brought you a crafty furniture business built out of the used parts of an activity Austin residents enjoy that we saw at the Maker Faire. Also spotted at the Maker Faire was the crafty e...
The reknowned interactive tour of Chicago's haunted history, from the phantoms of Fort Dearborn to the St. Valentine's Day Massacre. The 2 1/2 - hour tour visits the city's most supernaturally active...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, our International Bracket opens up for voting. Help us decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash International #1: Mariola's Punches of Color v...
College Hunks Hauling Junk was started by a group of college friends looking to earn extra money for summer vacation. The company has evolved into a nation-wide, year-round junk-removal service for ...
We love this Gossip Bench both for the name, and the rather obsolete function. It would look great in a modern entry. Jump below for links to this and other good finds.
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A neighbor actually made those Martha/Country Living-y pumpkin planters, and they look good. It's simple as hollowing them jack o'lantern style then planting grocery store blossoms. The fleamarket tab...
This might be a weird question but I live in Beacon Hill and there are these weird iron things on practically every doorstep and I have no clue what they are. Just curious if anyone in the AT crowd ...
Small space but love to entertain? Then this dining room table could be perfect for you: Fully open, this table is about 5 ft wide and can fit six guests comfortably. When not in use, it folds up t...
We'll be carving pumpkins this weekend so we're scouting out ideas. Although we love a good pumpkin portrait, we're also quite charmed by these flora-inspired patterns. More designs and a link to in...
These lime green wool Saarinen chairs will make you green with envy. A set of four available, apparently hardly used. Pure, bright green. And wait -- I think I hear them whispering, "I'd have bee...
The latest range of ‘Designers for Target’ features homewares by Jenny Kee. With two ranges, Opal OZ based on the striking colours of Australian Opals and Mali Oz based on the simple strength of c...
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Here we go - for today only, these two homes are in the running for your vote: Midwest #16: Ellie's Dad's Creative Relief vs. Midwest #34: Anna's Inspired Family Home... ...
Birch decor can't beat a true birch tree, but it keeps on trying. The trend pops up among top designers and crafty DIYers alike. Here, some birch decor finds - either made from birchwood or designed a...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash East #34: K, L & M's Eclectic Collection vs. East #56: Damien & Rachel's Chromatic Casa...
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Not wild about the mask art, but the floating bedside storage next to the floating bed in a display at a recent edition of Maison & Objet from Italian company Lago is worth a look......
AT DC,
I love all of the vintage letters / numbers on the walls in the fall West Elm catalog, but I can't find anything like them around here. (I like Timeless Treasures in San Francisco for thei...
Escolar, also known as "super white tuna," "king tuna," and "butterfish," is growing rapidly in popularity. It's buttery and succulent - but there's one major problem! Learn all about it before you or...
The voting links above take you to that region's active brackets. Cast your votes and help us decide the winner of the Fourth Annual Fall Colors Contest... ...
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What: Lightboxes
Designer: NA
Picked By: Maxwell
Who Says: It's not just a poster anymore!
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What: Bear & Antique Tile
Designer: Unknown
Picked By: Beth
Who Says: These 2 always stuck with me. The bear is from the LA Zoo and the the tile's original. He had to replace some grey ones but ...
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Name: Kirsten and Shane Grove
Location: Boise, Idaho
Size: 2500 sq ft
Years lived in: 20 months
Homeowner and interior designer Kirsten Grove must be getting used to seeing sho...
Oftentimes when we think about decluttering and getting rid of things we might get scared that a) we might need that thing one day or b) our home will be an empty joyless place without all this stuff ...
The Shade Store has started carrying designer fabrics and patterns from the well known textile house, Maharam. Just a few of the designers represented in the collaboration: Paul Smith, Charles and Ray...
Yeah, we know the Pleasurecraft isn't exactly a home decor item, but it's certainly a most inviting and comfy looking creation we'd imagine would make for maximum canoodlin' and relaxation opportuniti...
Trend reports, like trends themselves, can be a waste of time or they can shed some light on the cultural climate. David Report, produced by Swedish designer and strategist David Carlson, always see...
One of things that has always bugged me since moving into the apartment we've called home for the last few years has been the bath tub. It's a great vintage cast iron claw foot that is probably a litt...
We love things that we don't have to throw away. It's the reason we bring our own bags when we head to the grocery store or out shopping around town. But we are especially drawn to these permanent ...
You're probably wondering what fellow AT blogger, Abby, is doing holding a wood slice while wearing a fancy dress. We were oohing and ahhing at all the items we liked at the Domino Bazaar last week a...
"In this house,” she says simply, “we’re able to live in the moment and in the midst of all of the things that are so wonderful about our family.”We just returned from a weekend in Asheville, ...
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Which colorful home gets your vote today? Let us know: Midwest #11: Jesse's Tuned In Space vs. Midwest #33: Gretchen's Color Combos... ...
This weekend Nate Berkus will be in San Francisco, hosting two seminars for the O You! The Oprah magazine event. Anh-Minh talked to him for an article in Saturday's Chronicle. What did she find out ...
The latest issue of Australian Vogue Living has a feature on the home interior created for the up coming Baz Luhrmann film, ‘Australia’. We haven’t checked out the magazine yet, but will definit...
...or, as we prefer to think of it, a Gumby-inspired centerpiece. Individual rubber candleholders are joined together by flexible, rubber-coated metal bands, allowing you to bend and shape the cande...
On 1stbids today, we came across these glamorous rooms by interior designer Robert Brown, who works out of Georgia. Brown's designs seem so very Southern to us. Maybe it's the long drapes, elaborate...
A seller in Boston is parting with an iconic Ib Kofod-Larsen Danish chair. We've always loved the look of these, and while it may need work to restore the bent plywood back, its a unique vintage ch...
There's so much good stuff at Velocity that we had to narrow our search to workspace necessities. Here were our favorite finds... ...
Yesterday, we posted about paper lanterns with a link to a DIY over on ATSF that suggested how to make one yourself. Today, while surfing, we noticed this lamp over at Addicted2Decorating. While at ...
Yesterday we kicked off our week long Craigslist Free Scavenger. We showed you how to make a front door mat from an old tire and a pet house from an old speaker box. Today our free finds from Craig...
Eliza has a neat trick for detangling and displaying her jewelry – she turned a simple cork bulletin board into a Jewelry board and a deviled egg server into a jewelry tray......
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Attention Color Lovers! Today you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home out of these two Northwest finalist entries: #6: Yojmac's Outdoorsy, Relaxing Colors versus #22: Space...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash Southwest #11: Mellow Modern Megan vs. Southwest #22 Dave & Melanie's Craftsman Color... ...
We came across a great article in the latest issue of Real Simple magazine giving readers great ideas on how to maximize storage space in unexpecting ways. Considering our love of double-duty furnitu...
French-British fashion designer Nicole Farhi is known for using rich texture in her clothing designs. That love of tactility translates into her line of cozy, mostly-neutral housewares. These photos...
Many readers have asked how we whittled the regional entries down to the 16 finalists for each region &mdash the six judges individually chose 16 finalists from each region based on the entry's use of...
The other day we went in search of an eco-friendly paint for our new home. We actually walked out with something brand-new -- Benjamin Moore's zero-VOC paint, Natura. In fact, the paint is so new th...
One of the biggest pros about living in a loft is the sheer amount of space. But incorporating a home office in a room that pulls triple duty (living room, dining room, play room) can be a bit of a ch...
Who says their apartment entry has no room for a landing strip? We used to think so, too, until we spied this tricky entryway storage solution from Martha Stewart. It takes the most typical of wall-...
Inspired by this incredible Fall centerpiece, reader The Felt Mouse went out and found a gray pumpkin for their own arrangement and mixed it with orange mums and sweet mini white pumpkins for a monoch...
Hi AT:SF, I'm in the process of completly re-doing my living room in my townhouse and need advice! So far I've purchased the R&B 76" Andre sofa in Teton Pewter, the R&B 42 inch Linear Media Stand in w...
These Japanese designed humidifiers look just like some Danish black planters we recently bought. And that's a good thing, considering that humidifiers typically don't remind us of anything except how...
We were excited to come across the Sheffield-based company M.M. Bell & Sons, who bill themselves as "specialists in presentation packaging". Normally, the sight of "custom" or "bespoke" in the d...
Local DC artist Sondra Arkin shared her home and meditation room with AT. She also showed us her fantastic art studio and how she reuses household items. Almost nothing in Sondra's home gets recycl...
When it comes to furnishings and home decor, we think antiquing when we visit Petaluma. With that said, what a pleasant surprise to find out about Form3 Design, a custom wood furniture design studio ...
There are certain houseware items that just evoke such a great memory of childhood, it's almost overwhelming. For us, the classic CorningWare Cornflower set sends us into a tizzy. Our best friend is...
Hi AT, I am in the market for a square dining table. The square Parsons dining table by West Elm is a good candidate. Any other suggestions as to where I can get a 36x36x30 dining table at an affordab...
Name: Caitlin
Location: Beacon Hill in Boston, MA
Size: 330 sq/ft Studio
Years lived in: 1 year
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Beacon Hill is a 19th Century neighborhood barely one-half mile square with over 10,...
Last week we showed you a paper flower a friend made for us. And although you appreciated it, most of the comments called for information on our corrugated cardboard nightstand. ...
Courtney sent in a good question: Hi AT! I just splurged on Pier 1 curtains for my student rental. They're currently in my bedroom, but will likely migrate to the living room in my next ("real", post-...
On Sunday, we were back at the Brooklyn Flea to check out more local furniture designers chosen by Greenjeans for their Fall Furniture Festival. It was a little cool and windy, so if you didn't make...
Browsing through the Swedish interiors blog, In My Carport, we came across four small space solutions that address issues we've had in our own small home. As you may share some of these issues, we w...
We have seen it before, it seems like a good idea, but there is nothing like a first hand review. So what do we do, give you the play by play of using flatwire in your space. No more complicated in wa...
We've got to give credit to a crafter who lists the inventor of glitter among her heroes. While there's not a speck of glitter in sight on these pillows, the bright colors and bold, whimsical patter...
Naylor's has been a staple on the westside since 1962 (that's over 45 years!) and it's our go-to for paint and painting supplies. Not only is it the closest to where we live (and across from Whole Fo...
Yurdan is a great resource for traditional Suzani pieces - for use as wall hangings, bedspreads, furniture throws, pillows, or tablecloths. For those seeking to make their homes more colorful while pr...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash East #28: Randi in BK's Color Quirks vs. East #55: Elizabeth and Kevin's Cool Shades...
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We work with plenty of clients who live in studio spaces where living room, bedroom, and kitchen are one. One approach to make a bed appear more couch-like than bed-like is to place it along a wall...
We've never owned a letter opener, but staring at the pile of, well, partially destroyed envelopes sitting on our desk makes us wonder if we should consider one. This Silver Desktop Letter Opener from...
Whether you live in a big house or a studio, the dining area is a special place to break bread, entertain guests or enjoy a family dinner. Creating a place to dine that's both functional and stylish f...
Most of the time when we think about decorating for Halloween, it involves children's crafts and many things that are typically unattractive. But not in this Charleston, South Carolina home. Click ...
Hello! I am recently single and desperately attempting to find the "perfect" sofa for my new ridiculously expensive alcove studio apartment in a typical cookie cutter luxury building. My immediate tas...
Hi AT!
I found these classic chairs on Craigslist--two for $50. Plan on upholstering them, but first, wondering if anyone might recognize the designer? I'm guessing they're late 60's/early 70s?
Than...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home out of these two Northwest finalist entries: #5: Square Harbor's Color Obsession versus #20: Myla and ...
This is what we went through when we were picking paint colors for our homeHave you cast your vote for Fall Colors yet? We've been impressed by the entries and all the different ways that color can b...
We shop a lot at thrift and vintage stores, but one thing we've never done is antique artwork...until this year. After hanging a set of vintage flashcards on our walls, we like the look so much we m...
Last Friday, Lifehacker posted a list of their Top Ten Ikea Mods, and over the next few days, we'll be sharing some of our favorites.
First up, this how-to on embedding a scrap & work bowl into a ...
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The cardboard box is a great tool to help you get organized. Not only is it perfect for containing items that need a lid, they are also the perfect size for storing hanging files. We also love the f...
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For today only, please cast your votes on who has the most inspiring, colorful home out of these two terrific Midwest entries: Midwest #7 - Zohreh's Anti-Depressant Color vs. Midwest #32 - ...
This was the first pic I saw this week that inspired me to write this post. The painted backsplash in red is awesome against the white wall and blue cabinets. And it's easy too.
>> House Tour: Steph...
One of our favorite benefits of having Bitch Magazine based out of Portland is the annual Sm{art} art auction. It's a great way to pick up the work of talented artists at reasonable prices... all for ...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash Southwest #10: Allison's Crayons vs. Southwest #21 Lori's Latin Lair... ...
This weekend at Austin's popular Maker Faire craft festival we had the pleasure of observing all sorts of wonderful handmade items, but there was one creative crafter that caught our attention with t...
Gorgeous fall colors with 300 thread-count cotton percale or sateen, these duvet cover and sham sets from West Elm are now on sale! ...
Earlier this month, both Kristin and Keehnan covered designs that embraced Trompe l'Oeil. Sarah Engelke, an interior architecture student at Rhode Island School of Design sent us pictures of her inn...
Local DC interior designer Darryl Carter just launched his new line of furniture for Thomasville. The look is called the "new traditional." We love that Darryl Carter is a former DC lawyer (like man...
You know we love Tolomeo Lamps. Well, today we have not only this Tolomeo Clip Spot Lamp Brand New Unused, but an Artemide Tolomeo Mini Lamp. And if those don't float your boat, check out the colo...
Product: Elfa Heeled Gliding Shoe Rack from the Container Store
Price: approximately $350 for the whole she-bang (on sale and including hardware, all ala carte)
Rating: Strong Recommend*
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Name: Lancaster Blue
Brand: Ralph Lauren UL34
I just had the most lovely, long weekend in the country (second in a row, atypically) and since my white-knuckled ambition ...
In the market for a low bench? Or is it a credenza? It's both: this stylish Danish modern piece can be used to display a television and can hold DVDs in its three drawers. Want to use it as a bench? ...
Whoa, hello! We know this look isn't for everyone but there does seem to lots of those Ed Hardy t-shirts walking around out there. Jump down for more of this big bold bedding and to find out where t...
Last week AT readers gave over $2000 in 6 days to fund our classroom projects, and the following projects are now FULLY FUNDED:
Basic school supplies for 2nd-graders in Georgia
A kitchen center fo...
There has been some obsessive re-purposing of vintage kitchen ware into small storage containers in our home this year - see earlier efforts. However, the boyfriend recently complained of being overwh...
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Based on reader recommendations, and Liz Demos' kind invitation, we scheduled time for a visit to @home during our recent trip to Savannah GA, and boy are we glad we did! Both Liz and her staff w...
In Skokie, this mid-century brass and wood folding serving cart/bar is for sale. Comes with lift-off trays and moves on castors - from the original owner.
Apartment Therapy Furniture Classifieds ar...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash East #24: Supon's Pops of Color vs. East #54: Amanda's Color Instinct...
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Welcome to the AT Boston Open Thread — it's Colors Month!
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It's Colors Month!
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Winnie Lui's White Chandelier for Innermost is a trash-to-treasure exercise from the jewelry turned lighting designer, who has made 50 limited edition pieces in white and black. It's just one in a lon...
This Stockholm Desk from Urban Essentials is selling for $375 in Capitol Hill. Check out the full ad in our Apartment Therapy DC Furniture Classifieds. The desk is 60" wide and has no scratches or ...
If you are looking for high-end, modern and sexy furniture, Karkula should be on your short list. Located in Tribeca, Karkula seems one step ahead of other furniture shops in terms of their design ...
Welcome to Tiboutoo, who is Curing in the heart of Brooklyn in her swanky, Modern unit! Wave to them and give them strength if you pass.
• Cure Clock: 48 days Remaining
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Saturday we got a chance to see Maxwell at the Domino Bazaar. His topic was color, but really he talked about all the ideas behind Apartment Therapy and how our homes affect every part of our lives. ...
FireHouse Beautiful recently featured 101 Colors from Nature. Their selections based on hues inspired by the elements practically guarantee that resulting rooms based on these colors will be beautiful...
In a small space, figuring out where to put the sofa is key, but figuring out what to put behind it is equally important. That space behind your couch can be used for shelving, storage, and more if ...
What's on your mind, LA? Maybe some Fall Colors voting? Any favourites or predictions?...
Last time we caught up with Terra Keramik we showed you their line of brightly colored ceramics (which we still love!). This time, the Terra Keramik name now includes works from the Glasi Hergiswil ...
It's no secret that San Francisco favorite Branch holds a special place in our heart. And since felt is awesome and we love it, we thought we'd show you the best felt products that Branch has to offe...
Top Design is getting good. We think it has something to do with the fact that there's less designers which means more time for an individual to show us what they're all about. We caught up last nig...
Dear AT,
I was browsing online for a shoe storage bench and this one caught my eye. Unfortunately it's from a UK site and I'm in Seattle.
I was wondering if readers could help me find a bench si...
Michelle writes in:
I just purchased this George Nelson bubble lamp on ebay for not a lot of money. The problem is, it's seems to be filthy. Does anyone know of a way to clean it up or if there is ...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home: Midwest #4 - Maggie's Goodbye to White Walls vs. Midwest #31: Alison's Happiness at Home... ...
We love the look of this folded paper lamp, and were pleasantly surprised to learn that it can be done on your own. All you need is just a little patience......
Having just broken a tooth, we’re feeling awful and teary. Thankfully there has been a bright light in this dreary day. These images from Melbourne based stylist Clair Wayman lifted our mood and got...
jamiemcquary mopped her floors over the weekend.
• Cure Clock: 7 Weeks Remaining
• Assignment: Read pp. 70-99, clean and declutter the kitchen, cook
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Online eco-retailer VivaTerra is selling off their old inventory of housewares and furnishings for up to 75 percent off. Made from organic and sustainable sources, their goods are generally high qua...
We're big fans of dramatic lighting fixtures, and this black-fabric-and-faux-crystal chandelier certainly fits the bill. The most surprising thing about it? It's from Delia's, the teen clothing catalo...
heymomo's flowers make things cheery and bright.
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Assignment: Read through Ch. 5 (Pages 70-99) Check out the full list of assignments here.
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What is a flower frog you ask? Flower frogs were designed to support the stems of cut flowers (often inside a bowl or vase). While mulling about an antiques store this weekend we spied a bunch of vint...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home out of these two Northwest finalist entries: #4: Noodle's Mood-Matching Colors versus #19: Catherine's...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash Southwest #9: Alicia's Austin Aura vs. Southwest #20 RachelRachel's Neutral Color Flow... ...
We came across some blinds at a friend's house the other day, and were delighted that they weren't of the metal or plastic variety. Even more surprising to us was the price it cost to outfit the room...
Shortlisted for AutoDesk's Young Architect of the Year Award, British architecture firm AOC is gaining international exposure. Their projects sometimes have a messy look that differs from the clean ...
Home to over 400 species of birds, El Triunfo Biosphere Reserve is a 300,000 acre park in the Sierra Madre Mountains of Mexico. In an effort to support the park, artist David Tomb has created a series...
Rita is a multidisciplinary design studio in Montreal. Their work ranges from graphic design in pamphlets and books to the design of furnishings and interiors. Their Folder Chair popped out at us no...
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AT reader Heather wrote, "I've been preparing for the Cure for the past 3 months even though I didn't know it. I've been purging, purging, purging and getting rid of things I absolutely hate....
Even if the days are pretty warm in LA, the nights are certainly getting chilly. So when Nita had her Anthropologie quilt dry cleaned, as it said on the care instructions on the label, she was pretty...
Great for office organization/labeling, letter writing, or event invitations, these print templates from Paper Source are offered in a number of the store's colorful paper options, or you can download...
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Flipping through the recent issue of Home & Design magazine, we came across this brightly colored home in Great Falls, Virginia. The owners used a muted palette of black, gray, and white decor to...
We may have missed the Color Pulse 2010 presentation here in Portland, but that doesn't mean you're left without a recap. Doty Horn, Director of Color and Design for Benjamin Moore, came to town to...
TV's Jessica has done some great work. Love the sofa, the contrast of the white metal table and the punch of that blue lamp.
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I found a group of Jens Risom chairs on Craigslist, and the seller is willing to let me have 2 from a group of 8 for $100. They're from 1968, and while they're not part of his most popular early desi...
Possibly the greatest tiny shop in Boston, Black Ink is located in both Beacon Hill and Harvard Square with a sister store — The Museum of Useful Things (affectionally called The MUT) — ...
Let's face it, there's only so much you can do with a sofa or a bed frame. But lamps? The possibilities are endless! So, imagine our delight when we found a list (it was made yesterday!) that shows ...
Growing up with plush carpet, we used to take an unusual joy in vacuuming the carpet as a kid (yeah, it perplexed our mom to find herself with a son who actually liked to vacuum), especially because t...
Annabelle has a question for the crowd: I've been debating about this for a while and am at a loss, so I figured I'd ask the experts out there in the blogging world. I was given this great sofa and ch...
We saw a wedding set-up in process at the New York Public Library on Saturday. We were blown away by this arrangement. We love arrangements without flowers... ...
From a childhood farmhouse to college rentals and Brooklyn co-ops, I've always lived in purely residential buildings. Until now, that is. In Montreal, I rent an apartment two floors above a hair sal...
Ann built much of this house herself using materials salvaged from the rotting cabin that used to be on the site. It's designed as a part-time vacation house for herself and a full-time house for he...
Couch is almost too good to be true. The brand-new store in Fremont makes custom couches out of eco-friendly materials with the smallest mark-up possible, cutting overhead costs by sharing space wit...
Big Red Sun has officially opened their Venice location on Rose. We had been eying their progress for a while: installing flying saucer planters, check. Painting the building bright blue, check. Pa...
Last week we compiled umbrella stands from Unica - but the costs ranged from $101 - $400. Agreeing that less is better when it comes to something like this, we searched out some inexpensive options. O...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash East #20: Brett's "Hot Lips" vs. East #50: Mariegael's "Frosty" & "Ripe Mango"...
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With the drop in temperature, we're daydreaming about a cozy nest of a bed. And we've always had a soft spot for velvet. So when we spotted these diamond patterned quilts at Pottery Barn, we were ...
A mail sorter is one of the cornerstones of a well functioning landing strip. This one from Urban Outfitters is pretty lovely, and we're totally digging the fact that it can either stand on it's own o...
Apartment Therapy has provided tons of small space solutions. Whether it is going vertical or simply using space savers, maximizing the space and creating the illusion of a bigger room is key. When we...
When scavenging Craigslist's Free section there are things that have obvious uses. Couches usually remain couches and refrigerators usually remain refrigerators. But what about some of the other th...
Hi! I have a lampshade crisis I'm hoping people have suggestions for! I have a pair of small, round blue glass lamps I got on ebay. The glass part measure about 5 1/2 inches, and the part for the...
We wandered into the Chevy Chase Shopping Arcade a few weeks ago to take pictures for our post on Terasol, and were struck by the interior of the space. The black and white checkerboard tiles are j...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home out of these two Northwest finalist entries: #3: Shelby's Colorful Contemporary versus #15: Inger's Br...
Here, strings of small paper lanterns are festiveWe don't know why but we've been noticing a lot of paper lanterns lately. Sometimes white, sometimes brightly coloured, they're inexpensive and fun. ...
Vintage industrial accessories can work a couple of ways: you can use items like old steel file boxes for organizing, or you can use worn accessories to add some patina to the "industrial chic" look...
We recently received a tip that Linens 'n Things, a national home chain store, is going out of business and liquidating their entire inventory. As everything on their website (and in stores) is bein...
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Our name was lucky enough to land on the guest list this year at the 3rd Annual Domino Bazaar where Domino's new book was the highlight of the evening. The entire space was set up like a huge house w...
In Naperville, a very retro lucite and chrome round dining table and 4 tulip chairs. Priced at $100 for a cash and carry quick sale. Jump below for links to this and more good finds from today's class...
Color changes everything, and today [this past week] in our Fall Colors Contest, we have received so many comments and submissions that our servers are about to fall [almost fell] over. But, if you...
We have a thing for buttons, but we've never been very good at organizing or actually wearing most of them. Normally, we'll stick one or two on a favorite bag or jacket and then tuck the rest of our p...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash Southwest #1: Benjamin and Elizabeth's "Citrus Harmony" vs. Southwest #19: Cassell's Frederic...
Anyone familiar with modern furniture knows designs coming out of the Scandinavian region are gorgeous, unique and highly-desirable. Austin residents will find a huge showroom of all things Scandina...
Every time I go to m.henry (um, a lot), I wish I had my camera to snap some shots of the great interior space. Feeling both modern and traditional, the color scheme, artwork, and hanging glass windows...
When Lisa Houlgrave and Simon Rogers were looking for an apartment to purchase, they wanted rooms big enough to comfortably display their antiques and heirloom furniture. The New York Times shows us...
These ceramic dishes by Cul de Sac come in a variety of colors (blues, greens, and pink) and patterns. We love that each dish shapes echoes the shape of the picture. The dishes are food, oven, and d...
This Mid Century Vintage 40s Chrome Floor Lamp is nice, and practical, but honestly, we loved the photos. Jump below for links to this and other good finds.
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When we last visited our family, we were gifted our grandmother's beautiful silver tea set. We want to keep this pretty heirloom in perfect shape so we researched some tips on how to best care for sil...
Last week we gave you a preview of Terrence Payne's work at Nest. Here's a quick look at some of what we saw from Ms. Rice - cages, zinnias, pom-poms, pinks along with her signature stencils and tiffa...
Name: Josh
Location: Moscow
Size: 350 sqft, 1 bdrm sublet next door to the British Embassy (great security)
Favorite: The prime location and that the rather small, space-ship shower stall, can stil...
Where can I buy curtains in Boston — besides the usual chain places? I'm looking for patterned or detailed contemporary curtains to dress three large windows in my bedroom. Thanks, AT Boston!
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We love it when our blogging minds are on the same track. As we were wondering how we should post about our recent craft fair buy, Heather went ahead and introduced you to the artist. Now all we hav...
We love the look of these Mid Century Modern Burke Fiberglass Chairs, particularly the vibrant canary yellow color. They would make great dining chairs if you buy the set, or just one could brighten ...
This months edition of Australian Home Beautiful showcases the magazines favourite products from the past year. The major prize, The Product of the Year, was awarded to Ikea’s Ange Chair. But we hav...
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Here we go! For today only, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home out of these two Midwest finalist entries: Midwest #2: Rachel's Bungalow of Bright Ideas vs. Midwest #28...
We have all been there- located the perfect couch/table/bed for our space on Craigslist only to stumble over the fact that delivery is not available. We have a small hatchback which is surprisingly...
Whether out of necessity or style preference, we've long admired a mismatched dining table and chairs. This is a good option if you have no need to switch out a whole set, but just want a new look. Ad...
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Attention Color Lovers! Today, you can decide who has the most inspiring, colorful home &mdash East #2: Christine's Bright & Cheerful vs. East #47: Logan & Joey's "Tiger Stripe"...
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Pascale Palun is an Avignon-based designer who started creating lighting and decorative objects made from old materials when she took a break after 10 years in the fashion industry to raise her son. S...
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I moved into an apartment with old bathtub stains that really gross me out. The former resident's bathmat left dark stains on the bottom of the tub. I love taking baths but wouldn't be able ...
What's your go-to recipe for a weeknight dinner? Here's one of ours: a quick and easy comfort dish of noodles and fried egg.
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Our baby's nursery. I painted the chair frame white.
- Viv
Origin: http://ishandchi.blogspot.com/2008/10/nursery-is-done.html
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This is to remind me that my apt. can look clean sometimes and that I should clean it tomorrow.
- Harmony
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This week the top posts on AT:Chicago were the 44 amazing entries in our annual Color Contest, but the readers also loved the following AT Chicago "regular" posts: a Clip File of cool color combos, sm...
We hope you had a last great week of checking out all the outstanding entries for the Fall Colors Contest. The first round of showcasing the entries ended Friday, and Monday will be the start of the f...
Here we are, with 44 gorgeously colorful entries posted in the Midwest bracket of our annual contest. The voting starts tomorrow, and our 16 semfinalists will go head to head to find the most beautifu...
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