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| Display Name: | ProfKD |
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| Member Since: | 9/29/10 |
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Also, the type of cornmeal makes a difference. My family used course yellow, which is firmer. Softer, creamier variations use fine ground. White maize is sometimes used, but any grain can work, as "polenta" is basically mush grain. It's a messy dish to make, but even slow cooked does not require that much attention. it's the cleaning of pots that keeps me from making it often! An Italian Polenta Supper Party Gatherings From The Kitchn |
3/20/13 3:38 PM |
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Well, this is a variation on traditional serving, for a large dinner. You can buy this kind of slab from any lumber salvage yard. If it's already sanded, then treated with food-grade jojoba/beeswax, it only needs to be cleaned with white vinegar and retreated as needed. I would think it's not going into the trash! It's basically a long breadboard or cutting board. An Italian Polenta Supper Party Gatherings From The Kitchn |
3/20/13 3:29 PM |
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It doesn't look "unfinished" so much as someone who probably has storage, or simply is not inclined to keep sentimental items, photos, or books around. I live in a 400sf space with a full-size bed and a row of Billy shelves that fit neatly into an inset wall, with space for a loveseat and coffee table. I once lived in a 250sf apt, and really appreciate being able to have a full-size bed rather than a fold-out. Shop the Room: Mary's Studio \"Bedroom\" |
3/8/13 6:45 PM |
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I also have the Uncle Bob's tapered brown legs on a Karlstad loveseat. It's held up well over 2+ years now and I also replaced the cover. It's the perfect size for my studio and with the legs and cover does not look "Ikea" at all. My other Ikea purchases were a set of narrow Billy bookcases with the backs off that fit flush and are the perfect depth for the inset wall in my apartment. I am using Rast chests in my large closets -- cheaper than a system. I would never want an "Ikea" apartment, but I think it's about balance. It's worth checking user reviews -- the Karlstad ranks more favorably than many other Ikea couches. Make It Your Own: 10 Sources for Customizing IKEA Furniture |
2/2/13 7:30 PM |
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This will get me eating my broccoli! I use a cast iron skillet, which really needs very little oil, I like a bit of sesame oil, for flavor. I also use the skillet to cook southern greens like kale, turnip greens, etc and then add a bit of shredded asagio. Heaven! How To Pan-Sear Any Vegetable for a Quick Weeknight Side Dish Cooking Lessons from The Kitchn |
1/24/13 11:09 PM |
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I've had good luck recently with hemstitch 400 sateen sheets from Overstock. I bought them on sale, but I'd do a search to see if other retailers have them for less. 5 White Sales for a Fresh Start on a Budget |
1/2/13 9:44 PM |
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Ooh, can anyone tell me where I can find that cabinet/desk in the top photo? Three (Free!) Things You Can Do Today for a More Organized Desk |
10/8/12 1:13 PM |
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Has anyone used the Cycloc? Is it sturdy/secure? Park It: Small Space Bike Storage Solutions |
9/9/12 12:05 PM |
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My mother is a hoarder. So nice that it's compounded by longtime bipolar ... Not. My brother and I have tried everything short of going to court. It's really rough. I'm not a minimalist but I am orderly, and seeing what this illness does has made me reassess my attachment to... Well, everything. How Not to Be a Hoarder |
6/14/12 9:59 PM |
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I just purchased a console/desk-sized walnut slab from a lumber salvage yard for $40. It does have a great live edge... I'm debating how much I want to remove. I love the look of the table pictured. My own inspiration is the Chilton line from Room and Board. DIY Live Edge Tabletop The Hunted Interior |
6/6/12 10:57 PM |
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I adore the bookshelves and entertainment unit. If they are custom, they can also be customized. I mean, I could hold onto my used ikea bookshelves for many years, and "customize" them, but they aren't made out of low-impact materials. Evelyn Lee's Sustainable Starter Apartment House Tour |
6/2/12 6:09 PM |
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Brilliant makeover! Great texture and color. Leslie's Mid Century Optimism House Tour |
5/20/12 3:22 PM |
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Onlly once in many years did I mistakenly set a alarm for the wrong time. I always convert 24-hour time into 12-hour time in my head, which I have to do because the school where I teach uses it on all schedules. Why You Should Switch Your Cell Phone to Military Time |
5/15/12 9:40 PM |
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I can see adding decorative molding around to obscure the blocky feet, on the front and both sides. A color change might be all you need. Other than the dark color and the fact that they were too wide for my inset wall (the only reason I went with Billys) I LIKE the Hemnes bookcases. Help with Hemnes Cabinet Hack? Good Questions |
5/14/12 7:20 PM |
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Love all the handmade wood furniture! It's gorgeous, especially the desk. I missed seeing the Rand book on the shelf, but I suppose it'll come in handy if you ever run out of firewood. Sean & Sara's Minimal Americana House Tour |
5/14/12 3:00 PM |
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Rule #1 of covering European apartments: master the basics of metric conversion. Sergio's Pop Vintage House Call |
5/13/12 4:12 PM |
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I can't push the EASY button until I find it underneath a pile..... Fake a Clean Home Office in 15 Minutes |
5/13/12 4:10 PM |
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@Nonie, fabric adds texture, warmth, and coziness. When I lived in grad student housing, we were not allowed to even paint our leased apartments. My roommate hung a large painting her bf made, but unless one has connections this is not always an easy option. Fabric is easy to pack and transport for a move, which is an inevitability for any grad student. Monica's Teeny-Tiny Student Studio House Tour |
5/12/12 11:45 PM |
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This was posted by Maxwell, so I don't know if emailing the editors will have any effect. Something tells me this may not have been their idea. It does not reflect well on AT or the co-owner who posted it. If it's a ploy, I think it'll backfire. Why Does My Partner Watch Porn? Answers to all the questions you've ever wanted to ask about your relationships |
5/12/12 11:29 PM |
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@canadianmango, are your greyhounds retired racing greyhounds? My adopted dog died a few years ago, and I've always wanted a greyhound, but my studio apt is a bit small. Are they really canine "couch potatoes" like everyone says? 5 in 15: Five Spring Cleaning Chores To Conquer in Fifteen Minutes |
5/12/12 11:03 PM |