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if you're in NYC, I've seen the Picardie tumblers at Bowery Kitchen Supply. Love those glasses! Mine are 20 years old and still endure with daily use.

Thank you ATers for your comments and suggestions. I'll look into solar or honeycomb shades with sheers across the top. That combination would look tidy and neat on the left window, but I'm thinkin...

For East Coast folks, there's Manhattan Special Espresso Coffee Soda. I discovered this tasty treat in NYC's Little Italy last year. They have a website as well. www.manhattanspecial.com

if it's a co-op, aren't there house rules about having a certain percentage of the floors carpeted?

make sure you turn off the water main that goes to the bathroom before tackling any repair!

great project! could you share the source for the legs?

thank you so much for sharing your lovely home. It is easily one of my favorite house tours. Each photo is such a delight! I was wondering who did the upolstery?

Having taught preschool and kindergarten for many years, I can attest to the durability of the Community Playthings blocks. They also have sturdy wooden shelf units for storage.

I have a vornado vaqs35 with HEPA. It has greatly reduced the dust in my small (290 sq ft) studio. At the highest setting, it clears out lingering cooking smells in about half an hour.

he cooks, he cleans...he's a keeper!

Happy to see the picardie tumblers available. They're the best!

I always use a splash of white vinegar in the rinse water to calm the bubbles.

the serenity of this space shines through, thank you for sharing...one question: what did you use to hang the room dividing curtain?

nothing out-cutes the babies....

winesaps and russets, yum!

a friend of mine uses the term "stuff destiny" to help get rid of things. If you're not using certain things in your life, then they've outgrown their destiny with you, and it's time to pass them o...

I have the same problem with my uncooperative futon...in addition to the suggestions about the rug pad, you could try sliding your futon about 8 (or more) inches off-center, with more of the mattr...

any thoughts on those rubber cutting boards that are used in professional kitchens?

I love, love, love my miele flamenco II. It's a very basic vacuum when compared to the latest models. It's over 10 years old, cleans like nothing else and well worth the $300 spent.

i promise to clear away 10 books from my bookshelf for this one...