As far as the double-keyed deadbolts go, they sell models that have an inner "key" that slides in and looks like a standard deadbolt lock for ease of use. You can just pull the key out and place i...

I was also going to suggest the CK Meadow Grass or maybe the Quince. I just ordered the Meadow Grass (on closeout) and am pleased to hear that it's soft and gorgeous. I can't wait for it to arrive!

You could try the Stonewater line from Kincaid furniture. Not exactly the same, perlaps a little less modern but a nice compromise.

Very nice! Wahoo-WA!

I once saw several tall exterior shutters that were used in a boutique to display earrings. With some additional hooks, they would nicely hold necklaces and bracelets. Once I get around to it, th...

I'm constantly hunting for attractive cheap ceramic planters to add to my aqua-turquoise-blue collection of pots. I've found one of the best sources for affordable pots (including some large ones)...

I'm also looking for options that don't involve drilling into the side of the house for mounting. I'd love to have two window boxes on our ground floor over the front flower bed but my bf (who own...

Does anyone know of a good source for grain sacks to make your own pillows?

I'm the original poster... It's not that I mind it looking like a trunk, the color just doesn't go with anything else in the house. I plan to recover the panels with some sort of tiss...

Very nice job! I would also like to see the pattern for the cardboard.

Spending time in Hawaii, I see the "Mahalo for removing your shoes" signs at the entrance to every house. It's just the custom there. I even purchased one for my home though I don't enforce it. ...

My dogs love carrots. Any carrot recipes? Does anyone have any good recipes for horse treats? They deserve some lovin' too!

I'm glad I'm not the only one who worries about this stuff. I unplug the coffee pot and toaster oven much to the frustration of my BF and amusement of past roommates. I ...

My dogs and my cat all come to greet us at the door when we come home.

My friend and I are making papier mache pumpkins ala Stolloween. We're super excited.

I'm a couch napper. For some reason napping on the couch feels decadent while napping in the bed just feels like sleeping.

ooooo, sewing table. that's a fabulous idea!!!

I'm expecting a delivery of the CB2 Buena Park bench, chairs, and crochet side table on Friday. Woohoo! Now to make some fun accent pillows....

Wahoo-Wa, Ray Ray UVA!

My coworkers have used it a lot and seems to think highly of it. They also discovered that New Mexico ants love the stuff and will swarm all over it.