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Display Name: Jen in Chi-town
Member Since: 10/13/07

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Where can I find that awesome chandelier??? Please give the source.


Sophie and Michael's Beautiful 'Discontinued' Oak Kitchen Kitchen Tour
5/28/13 3:27 PM

Having a tamale making party for my birthday. Making the fillings tonight-and tomorrow is the party of assembly! Looking toward to lots of food and drink!


What's Cooking This Weekend? Weekend of March 9-10, 2013
3/8/13 8:54 PM

Please go see a certified nutritionist. I was in a similar boat (a few more calories), but not losing weight either. I have been seeing a nutritionist that has customized a plan specific to my body type, blood and hormone levels (lots of blood work before). I have lost weight...and still working at it. Make sure you trust and feel comfortable with your nutritionist...s/he will be your coach, therapist, and doctor! All the best to you...you can do it!


Help! I Eat Sensibly & Exercise, But I'm Not Losing Weight Good Questions
1/10/13 4:35 PM

yep tuberose - had them in my wedding...makes a great perfume as well!


Help Identifying White Flower? Good Questions
12/7/12 7:34 PM

I butterflyed my turkey and just added salt/pepper/sage/ and strips of thick bacon…cooked in 1hour and 20 min for a 14lb bird. It was amazing! I'll never cook it whole again!


How Did Thanksgiving Go for You? Share Your Thanksgiving Dinner Reports!
11/23/12 2:42 PM

@TiffanySeattle - do you have a pic of your kitchen with the tin backsplas? Would love to see how it turned out. I'm wondering if I use this to cover ugly tile backsplash in my kitchen - without having to rip it out. Thoughts?


How To Change Backsplash Area
Without Painting? Good Questions

10/29/12 3:10 PM

I made these last night...definitely taste better after a day of sitting in the pan. Do not cut until a day later. YUM, YUM, YUM!


Sweet Recipe: Dark Chocolate Brownies with Raspberry Goat Cheese Swirl
2/13/12 11:36 PM

these are awesome. But, work too well...makes me wonder what's in it? In a worriesome way.


Truly Magical: Mr. Clean Magic Eraser Cleaning Pads
9/21/11 1:13 PM

agreed, want to know the flooring. Please send info.


Laura's Cool Green City Kitchen
Kitchen Tour

9/13/11 12:59 PM

are you supposed to toast the walnuts first?


Entertaining Recipe: Derby Pie Bars
5/2/11 3:00 PM

what's a good paint color for a long hallway like in picture #6?


Deck The Halls: Art In Our Corridors
4/6/11 5:23 PM

More importantly - how does everyone store their Borax? I find the cardboard box opening to be cumbersome to pour into my washer...filling area is in the upper left hand corner on top of washer. I think I need to move it to another container with a scoop. Suggestions?


5 Ways to Clean the Kitchen with Borax
3/2/11 6:02 PM

My husband and I bought the king size version of this bed mid-last year - after 15 years on a cheap beautyrest. We love it! While searching, my husband was not a fan of the foam beds. So, when the salesman said this had foam...we could not believe it. You can not tell at all. In terms of movement on the mattress as you shift in sleep - you do not really feel a "bounce" back effect. It is a comfortable bed. We love it and highly recommend it. Whichever mattress you buy - make sure to take good care of it...vacuum the top every time you change sheets - helps with the longevity of the mattress.


Review: Danny Seo Natural Care Mattress by Simmons
A Year in Bed

3/1/11 3:59 PM

We have dark floors as well - and did BM Covington Grey on the walls and did a light blue grey on the ceiling. Then did an accent wall of BM November Rain. All the trim (similar in width to yours...BM Super White. It really brightens the place. Send pics when you finish it up.


Colors to Balance Very Dark Hard Wood Floors?
Good Questions

1/12/11 4:12 PM

That's always a hard one to deal with. If making coffee, cleaning up dishes, and blowing out candles does not work. Then, blatantly saying "It was great to see you, but I have to go to bed because tomorrow I have to [INSERT ACTIVITY]"


When is the Party Over?
11/29/10 6:44 PM

I'm with you abc123 - advance slicing & dicing is key. I keep them in ziploc bags in the fridge. I also, do any pre-measuring of spices in ziplocs labeled for which dish.


Stress-less Dinner Tip: Set the Table the Night Before | Apartment Therapy The Kitchn
11/20/09 2:42 PM

Thank for this. I've been fretting all day about when I should go to Costco & Whole Foods this weekend for all the fixings.


Thanksgiving Pep Talk | Apartment Therapy The Kitchn
11/20/09 2:40 PM

My brother and sister-in-law just bought me a cooking class with 2009 James Beard nominee Chef Achantz of Alinea. I can't wait!


Apartment Therapy The Kitchn | Good Idea: Give a Cooking Class as a Gift!
3/25/09 2:05 PM

It's amazing to me that so many people do not know this movie. I made my book club read the book - they ALL fell in love with Mame and quickly went out to rent the movie!

I hope to be as fun as Autie Mame to my nieces and nephews!


Apartment Therapy Chicago | 25 Looks From The Fabulous Auntie Mame
3/25/09 1:52 PM

Fage yogurt & blackberries.


Apartment Therapy The Kitchn | Breakfast of Champions: What Did You Eat This Morning?#comments#comments
3/16/09 2:11 PM