urbancricket's Profile
| Display Name: | urbancricket |
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| Member Since: | 10/1/10 |
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What exactly is the problem? I love the orange. But if you don't, change it to another color or go black or white. What Should I Do with These Crazy Orange Counters? Good Questions |
5/16/12 4:17 PM |
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Mocktail doesn't both me any more than verbing the noun, "Google," as in, "Let's google it!" A cocktail is defined as "an alcoholic mixed drink that contains two or more ingredients—at least one of the ingredients must be a spirit." So vodka and grapefruit is a cocktail. If it doesn't have alcohol, but has two or more ingredients, then it's a mixed drink without alochol, a faux-cocktail, or mocktail. Why anyone would go out of their way to find offense and make a stand about their "mixed drink" not being "fake" is just looking to be offended and probably could use a cocktail or two, IMO. 15 Delicious Non-Alcoholic Spritzers, Sodas, and Mocktails Drink Recipe Roundup |
5/11/12 5:51 PM |
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Pigeon spikes. I can't believe no one suggested this yet! How To Baby Proof This Stairwell? Good Questions |
5/11/12 1:22 PM |
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That is by far the weirdest architectural detail I have ever seen. How To Deal with Sunken Fireplace? Good Questions |
5/10/12 12:31 AM |
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@classof65 ... depends on the size of your home. I live in Salt Lake City, which has an average cost of living for the U.S. Our house is 3800 square feet, and I can get two housekeepers for about $250 for 4 hours. 5 in 15: Five Spring Cleaning Chores To Conquer in Fifteen Minutes |
5/8/12 11:32 PM |
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Sorry, if money were no obstacle, I'd have a chef worry about all of this for me, and maybe even live at the Ritz. 10 Luxurious, Extravagant Kitchen Splurges Gifts for Food-Lovers & Cooks |
5/8/12 4:19 PM |
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sheesh! None of those are 15 minute chores... I double-dog dare the editor to time themselves doing each one, including the prep time. 5 in 15: Five Spring Cleaning Chores To Conquer in Fifteen Minutes |
5/8/12 4:17 PM |
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Hah! sorry, but just one or two of those tips would take that long. Fake a Clean Home Office in 15 Minutes |
5/8/12 3:56 PM |
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I think the question is really strange... you bought it and thought it was cool because it is all wood and a great deal for $20, but you think it looks hideous with it's all-wood grain? Take This Dresser from Fug to Fab? Good Questions |
5/8/12 1:15 PM |
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That simply can't be right. Marble is pretty soft and should be easy to work with and get a straight cut. I have granite tile countertops (not a solid piece), and all my seams look way better than that. I wouldn't pay for it until they made it look right. Or I'd take them to small claims court, which is what I actually did when I landscaper did horribly shoddy work. The World's Ugliest Condo: The Final Stretch is Always a Tough One Renovation Diary |
5/4/12 2:49 PM |
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my husband and i discovered a nearly white -- grey, really -- bee living at Crystal Peak in western utah. The "peak" is what remains of the wall of an acient volcano tuft. The plants and insects that live on it have actually evolved for their micro-environment. Really amazing. (info about cyrstal peak, if you're interested: http://www.summitpost.org/crystal-peak/155391) Beekeeping Basics: Brushing Up on Bee ID |
5/3/12 5:04 PM |
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You can make silk darker, but like everyone said, you can't make it lighter. The science behind why bleach destroys silk is that it is a protein fiber, and bleach breaks down protein cells (which is why you can use it to kill bacteria). Sunlight lightens the dyes used in silk so bright, saturated colors will fade. Over time, silk also responds to UV light the same way as your hair (another protein fiber) -- it fades and becomes brittle. Can I Lighten Custom Dupioni Silk Drapes? Good Questions |
5/1/12 6:06 PM |
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You wrote: "Unopened buds are good–much better than many open flowers. ..." The rule of thumb I use is, "Buy a big plant, not a big bouquet." Fewer or no flower buds, lots of new green growth, and lots of well developed branches are good. Also, if you're buying a shrub or tree pull it out of the mix and look at it's overall shape. How To Choose Plants Wisely at the Nursery |
5/1/12 5:55 PM |
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So Inspiring!! Makes me want to run home, rip out the crappy shelving, and order my Elfa system right away. Iooooove Elfa. Not cheap. But so much better than the cheap alternatives. You get what you pay for. Love the stencil, too. You'd think a closet is hardly worth the effort, but your results show how much power some great pattern and color can have on a tiny space. We all have to get dressed, right? Why not have a little aesthetic pickme up while we're at it? Step by Step Makeover: A Walk-in Closet from Drab to Fab |
4/30/12 1:38 PM |
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I love nothing more than pouring myself a glass of wine with a light snack, putting on music that makes me happy, and lingering over making and eating a simple meal. Sure, a meal is often better with companionship, but sometimes it's nice to be in the moment with myself, and listen, drink, eat, smell, read what I want, at the pace I want. Why Bother Cooking Just for Yourself? Cooking for One |
4/30/12 1:33 PM |
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I've found getting at least 8 hours of sleep means it's much easier to wake up. And it's always easier to get out of bed when I know I'm not going to work or doing errands.... in other words, after being rested, being "up" is a pshcological exercise. I like my job -- it's not that I dread going to work -- but my desire to stay in bed is a lot stronger when I must get up, shower, commute, etc. Rev Up Your Monday Morning Motor Green Earth News |
4/30/12 1:20 PM |
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@DHW, I use the pants hanger solution -- four, actually, because I have so many scarves -- and keep them hung within easy reach of my full length mirror. Honestly, I really dislike the solution because it's sloppy-- the scarves slide all over the place, and I have to knot the short ones. I've been too cheap to upgrade to a hanger with loops or holes, but the individual spot for each scarf really keeps everything tidy. I like this towel bar idea, too ... note to self for when I re-org the closet! A $5 Solution for Scarves |
4/30/12 1:17 PM |
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Spiegelau are my favorite. Reasonably priced, attractive, great quality glass, and they stand up well to my dishwasher and hard water. A Guide to Wine Glass Brands: A Few Favorites, Both Classic and Fun! |
4/27/12 2:47 PM |
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i have a contemporary home and hate those bi-fold closet doors so much that I took them down. I pulled out the built in shelving and replaced with Expedit 5x5, and I plan to finish the "look" with drapes just like this. I really like it. Decorator's Trick: Curtains On Bookshelves |
4/26/12 9:00 PM |
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My guess was that the trees are ornamental pears, also known as flowering pears -- they have a similar shape and autmn color. The chanticleer variety has a fairly compact and upright habit, like the trees in your photo. Pyrus calleryana 'Chanticleer' Help Identifying These Trees for My Zone 5 Garden? Good Questions |
4/19/12 6:21 PM |