Shantiquax - I have those little fungus gnats as well. I used some fly paper (twistie-tied to the blinds behind the plant - but be careful...the leaves can stick to the paper!), which worked for t...
I have a fear of apartment buildings for this very reason. I have always rented in buildings where my front door is outside (even if the building itself was gated, you never entered the apartment ...
I have always done it myself, with a U-Haul and much help from family and friends. However, now that I have a lot of large (and heavy) furniture/appliances, I think I'll use movers the next time a...
I agree that swapping out things like towel/TP holders and light fixtures are an easy way to bring some unity to the space. Add coordinating towels and you're good to go! I think a nice sage gree...
Thanks for the compliments on the desk :) I bought it for $10 at a theatre's prop/set/costume sale a few years ago (hence my reluctance to get rid of it, aside from its inherent awesomeness).
Thanks for the tips, everyone! I just got laid off, so now I'll have even more time to make this area functional!
And no, BerlinDirk, the rest of my apartment doesn't look like this! ...
I am ALL about the bright colors! My walls are sea-green, the doors/trim are a buttery yellow, my rug is magenta, and the throw pillows (on my white couch) are shades of orange, magenta and yellow...
The paint is good ole (cheap) Behr. The folks at Home Depot mixed me up a batch of the mint, and when (after painting the living room) I thought it would be too much in the bedroom, mixed me up a ...
Thanks for the comments so far! I know my apartment is not in the same league as the more designer/fancy ones...I just thought someone should represent those of us out there who subscribe t...
My "art" consists of a framed poster of Rainbow Brite dolls, and a small framed picture of a rubber ducky. It's art I suppose, but not totally traditional.
I would love it if the floor (or ceiling, as it were) had the feet of the tub sticking down into the room. That would be pretty unique, and funny, I think.
But yeah, I agree that it ...
How about a nice deep turquoise? Or if you're not feeling as bold, a lighter blue...I'm really into the brown/blue myself, though I have mint-green walls!
How much sunlight does this plant need? I've been dying for some indoor plants, and I love rosemary, but I need something that doesn't need much light.
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@indigoartisanry That window is lovely!!
Shantiquax - I have those little fungus gnats as well. I used some fly paper (twistie-tied to the blinds behind the plant - but be careful...the leaves can stick to the paper!), which worked for t...
This recipe looks wonderful! I can't wait to try it!
I have a fear of apartment buildings for this very reason. I have always rented in buildings where my front door is outside (even if the building itself was gated, you never entered the apartment ...
I have always done it myself, with a U-Haul and much help from family and friends. However, now that I have a lot of large (and heavy) furniture/appliances, I think I'll use movers the next time a...
I agree that swapping out things like towel/TP holders and light fixtures are an easy way to bring some unity to the space. Add coordinating towels and you're good to go! I think a nice sage gree...
Thanks for the compliments on the desk :) I bought it for $10 at a theatre's prop/set/costume sale a few years ago (hence my reluctance to get rid of it, aside from its inherent awesomeness).
I can't move the dresser, but I like the idea of taller (and enclosed) storage units. I'm on the Freecycle/Craigslist hunt!
Thanks, Forestdweller. I'll look into it!
Thanks for the tips, everyone! I just got laid off, so now I'll have even more time to make this area functional! And no, BerlinDirk, the rest of my apartment doesn't look like this! ...
I am ALL about the bright colors! My walls are sea-green, the doors/trim are a buttery yellow, my rug is magenta, and the throw pillows (on my white couch) are shades of orange, magenta and yellow...
why not?
The paint is good ole (cheap) Behr. The folks at Home Depot mixed me up a batch of the mint, and when (after painting the living room) I thought it would be too much in the bedroom, mixed me up a ...
Thanks for the comments so far! I know my apartment is not in the same league as the more designer/fancy ones...I just thought someone should represent those of us out there who subscribe t...
Wow, I used to have those blue and white sheep sheets when I was a little kid!
My "art" consists of a framed poster of Rainbow Brite dolls, and a small framed picture of a rubber ducky. It's art I suppose, but not totally traditional.
winner chosen at random, eh?
I would love it if the floor (or ceiling, as it were) had the feet of the tub sticking down into the room. That would be pretty unique, and funny, I think. But yeah, I agree that it ...
How about a nice deep turquoise? Or if you're not feeling as bold, a lighter blue...I'm really into the brown/blue myself, though I have mint-green walls!
How much sunlight does this plant need? I've been dying for some indoor plants, and I love rosemary, but I need something that doesn't need much light.