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Something to keep in mind Julia and Diridi is that the handmade artisan signs up to be on Heartsy. It isn't some big company hawking their goods for less, it's them trying to reach out to new customers in a 21st century way.

Since the majority of the US population is familiar with Groupon and the like, the handmade artists I have spoken with love the exposure from Heartsy. As Stacey stated, it's a great way to advertise your shop effectively and in a way that many people are familiar with.

I understand the point about over-consumption, but if the artisan wants to offer discounts (and they get to set their own terms on Heartsy), then more power to them. Most shops offer sales and the like, but with the million shops on Etsy, they can be hard to find.

Personally, I use Heartsy to find new shops, not necessarily buy the deals. It's a great way for me to locate unusual items and artisans. To each their own :)

Embryoconcepts, that is an option too. This method is designed to create the most smooth walls possible so you could even wallpaper over them. I haven't tried skim coating so let us know how it goes!

thefeltmouse, thank you for pointing that out. Asbestos in popcorn ceilings and plaster is very rare but it is a good idea to get you walls tested dependent on the age of your home. Here is a link to the EPA's asbestos site for more information: http://www.epa.gov/asbestos/

Unfortunately the Green Pockets or Bathroom Bubble Planters have not gone into production yet. They were showcased back in 2009 in Milan by Maruja Fuentes. Just this past year she lost the battle to cancer at age 32. It is unknown whether the Green Pocket concept will go into production following this tragedy.

On a positive note, she supplied us with this and several other inventive ideas that will help spur and inspire more innovation in this area. What I didn't mention is that the planters themselves were to be made of recyclable materials.

Let's see if this idea crops up in the future.

Hmm great question jjames582! It is hard to know without seeing the bottle though. Have you tried adding anything that will either help loosen it like Vaseline or eco-alternatives or anything to help pry it open without breaking it, like needle-nosed pliers?

Lizzykewl, yes I think that their website has changed since this picture was originally put up. I think now it is part of their design company, so it may not be available for purchase.

Graeme from springcleanti I believe it has been sealed. Glad you all liked it! Concrete isn't for everyone, but when it works for your space (or there aren't other options) this is a fun twist. The wall stickers are fun too.

:) Actually they live on a farm. The wood used was going to be burned, not used. And trust me, I had the same reaction and then I felt the table (even smelled it), and you would never know. It is also sealed for those a bit leary of the idea. But for anyone who has seen the wide array of dilapidated farm buildings and structures from wood, these creative ways to reuse materials are a great idea.