Ditto the manicure remarks -- really necessary. Where the manicure itself is not offensive, the commentary polish color is offensive. Why does polish color matter to a home decor blog?

Wow I would love a little duvet brightener for my bedroom. This is beautiful!

What is that living room rug? Very cool

I've also heard of screw paint bleeding through if not properly primed before painting -- so it could possibly not be moisture related.

I love making ice cream but for the side swipe, I might use it to whip up some icing or meringue -- just to see it in swipey glory.

Beautiful lamp. I would give it a good home. But how is the contest ending before it begins on Jan 15th?

It's the belt. Belts are cheap and easily found online -- google your record player name belt and you should be able to fine on that fits. You remove the platter and check out the underpinnings...

snuggly, warm, me please

chocolate please

I live in the tundra of upstate -- send me a scarf please!

Oh I covet the 5.5 quart dutch oven. I have a smaller size (in a conveniently complimentary color) and would LOVE a larger pan. I also have the roasting pan so would re-gift that even though it i...

fun. I'd gift it to my sis I think and then read all her copies so really... two gifts in one if it's me!

Shears would be fantastic...

chicken noodle from scratch with homemade noodles and carrots. yum.

I've recently moved to the arctic (upstate) -- a fire and a warm blanket are daily necessities! Warm me up with something pretty please gaiam...

I'd keep the pillows I think but perhaps split the rest up between friends. Or... not :)

spicy green beans with mustard and feta... good! or a slow pot of beans... or roasted winter vegetables and onion...

Turkey, brie, cranberry relish, onions oh dark break. Mmm.

white & "I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas" in celebration

plexiglass?