My parents used to host halloween costume parties. It was an easy way to celebrate all of the Autumn birthdays in the family. After the first one, my mom decided to provide a trunk ...

It's now and that chaise was made for sex. I don't approve of the platform base, but that's only because I once helped a friend move her waterbed. Never again. The mattre...

@CrazyLady: You taught me something new today. Thank you.

'shoes' s/b 'shows'.

The moira clock is exquisite and I love how she didn't shove gustavian into every cranny. There are just enough hints. That blue is perfect *photo 33 really shoes some texture* for su...

Like Cashew, I lowered my wattage (before CFLs, whippersnappers) and lowered the height of most lamps. This lent a dawn/dusk glow to the apartment that felt warmer. If I needed brighter light, I'...

For the books and table: bitter apple spray *flip table over and spray thoroughly so you are hitting the tongue area when Goober tests chewiness* on the table and lightly sprayed on books crotch l...

I love the stairs. The ship method allows a sharper slope so the stairs have a smaller footprint. Because they alternate, the feel/sensation is the same as a regular staircase - but the design di...

Tip1: make a local apartment dumpster tour at 4am the last two days of each month I used to haul the coolest experiments home early in the morning. I'd throw on some coffee and low m...

These work - with the correct water pressure / showerhead combination. Unfortunately, the result is more of a gym shower that gets you in and out faster. Conservation is going to make...

Mary Cassatt, La Toilette

It reminds me of Dr. Seuss. I'd throw Beth Ditto on it and give her a bat and perhaps a Chihuly pinata.

You simply must do this and you must use colors that 'pop'. Take pictures. I want to see.

Vacuum, wipe down with a damp sponge, and slipcover. It has a silhouette that would look good tailored or sloppy.

Ma! I'm busy in my yurtipigloo!

I like it as it is. The top back piece should unscrew; it's separate from the center mirror. Actually, you should be able to unscrew the mirror as well - leaving an unsupported shelf ...

Pillows - sunbrella fabric in basic squares -with ties for the chairs Clothing Air-dry umbrella on stand with clothespins for the photos Portable coat rack on wheels for t...

The Scooba doesn't work in my kitchen - too many chair and table legs to be effective. I actually timed myself. By the time I move all the furniture and sweep, steam mopping adds only five minute...

I survived a three quarter hour roommate (one class per quarter and he eventually flunked out)and you can survive your roommate. Live with her for another seven months. 1. Get a boyf...

I used Crate&Barrel runners for the back stairway - with double sided tape. The runners look good after three years, two dogs, and four cats.