Beyond Pink: Gray and Mustard for a Girl’s Bedroom
What do you do if you want to decorate a bedroom for a young girl but you don’t necessarily want to turn it into a pink paradise? There is no reason why you should limit your choice to traditional “feminine” ones if you and the young lady in your life don’t like them. Unless you [...]
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The LumiSource Woopsy Table Lamp in Yellow
Oops! This lamp’s intriguing design comes from the fact that it looks like one giant spill, and then seems to defy gravity for a split second as you wonder how the bucket’s staying up in the air. Inexpensive ($23.36) and quirky, this lamp will look perfect in a child’s room or an artist’s studio. This [...]
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Neighborhood Spy: Spicing Things Up
Today’s link roundup, deliciously enough, is hot and fresh out of the kitchen. First up, Crate & Barrel gets you organized and ready for some culinary action thanks to its MAX modular pantry system, shown above. Next, Sur la Table slices and dices like a pro with a sale on Wusthof gourmet cutlery: Williams-Sonoma‘s offerings [...]
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To Paint or Not to Paint the Brick Wall…We Answer the Question
An interior brick wall has a certain rustic charm, but not everyone is ready to embrace this look in their room. When does it make sense to leave it au naturel and when should you cover it up with paint? Here are some tips to help you decide. The first thing you should think about [...]
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Recycled Deck Furniture from Loll Designs
Loll Designs’ makes their deck furniture from UV-protected, recycled high density polyethylene (HDPE), so it’s not only eco-friendly, it’s durable and not at all high-maintenance the way some outdoor furniture can be. Their materials page says that by 2012, they estimate that they’ve used about 26 million reclaimed milk jugs in their products. Their deck [...]
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The Loki Playhouse with Furniture Set Is Eco-friendly and Sturdy
Not all playhouse sets are the same. The Loki set by Loll Designs is available at Room & Board and is made from 100 percent recycled materials and designed to stand the test of time against fading and warping. It’s meant to be used indoors or outdoors, whichever works best for the space you have. It’s [...]
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We’re Having Kittens….Home Accessories that Pay Tribute to Cats
While this isn’t exactly cats in the cradle, it’s close….we’ve found some charming accessories for your home that feature images of those gorgeous, mysterious, exasperating, disarming, and completely charming felines that allow us to share “their” homes. If you love cats, then you’ll agree that these accessories are purr-fect! This handy thermometer measures 8 x1 [...]
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A Desk Lamp for Comic Nerds
What comic book nerd and Green Lantern fan doesn’t wish he had the powers tied to that little green ring? This lamp may not recharge a ring with superpowers, but the ring does turn the lamp on with just a touch, so owners and true fans will still feel a temporary surge of giddiness when [...]
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Teen Vanity Sets for the Girly-Girls
Teenage girls love their space, and if they enjoy putting on makeup, creating and accessorizing the perfect outfit each day, and just need more storage for their jewelry and beauty items, a vanity may not be a bad idea. There are so many different types of vanities, from those small enough to fit in a [...]
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“Orange” You Glad You Chose a Warm Color for Your Home: How to Make it Work
Orange walls are not for people who are afraid of making a (decorating) commitment. This bold shade is definitely not for the faint of heart. It’s not a feminine (and some would say wishy-washy), delicate peach tone – oh no. Orange is a bold and confident choice. If you want to warm up a room [...]
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Products for Fido that Complement Your Décor
You may love your dog, but hate the way his bowl or toys interfere with the aesthetics of your home. Bright stuffed animals and balls, plus a big plastic bowl or two don’t exactly complement too many decorating styles. Wrought iron and gorgeous wood, though, work well in most homes, and can function in storage [...]
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Neighborhood Spy: Bathroom Break
This link roundup takes a quick trip to the loo for a powder, a scrub and a flush. First, up, Home Depot takes us back to the past with its selection of old-fashioned claw foot tubs like the Barclay model above. Next, if anyone can make toilets seem interesting, it’s Kohler, who shares its latest [...]
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Etsy Spotlight: Rabbit Hole Fyne Funishings Restored Furniture Art
RLRaine, or Rabbit Hole Fyne Furnishings, is an Etsy seller that specializes in one-of-a-kind furniture art. They work with vintage and antique items that haven’t stood the passing of time well, creating something new and modern, yet steeped in history. The seller works with vintage, high-end, and quality leather materials. This made-to-order custom upholstered sofa [...]
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