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Display Name: L.Tor
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I LOVE browsing airbnb for design ideas and seeing how people live all over the world. Nice post.


Design Ideas from Dreamy House Boats
8/22/12 6:22 PM

I love both chevron and herringbone. There definitely is a difference in the two patterns and often one is confused for the other. The items in the photos are all chevon (except for maybe the throw- can't see the pattern). The link below explains the difference:
http://sndesign.co/herringbone-vs-chevron/


Herringbone Brights for a Happy Home
8/2/12 6:50 PM

You can find similar ones for the very left pillow by searching "suzani pillow" on etsy.com. It looks to be that type of pattern. When you search for things like this it helps to describe it as best you can. For example the right yellow one has a geometric pattern so you could search "yellow geometric pillow". Hope this helps.


Sources for Similar Pillows? Good Questions
6/25/12 5:00 PM

The curtains are fine.


Drapery Styling: How Do I Get Both Panels on the Same Page?
6/25/12 4:45 PM

I'm dealing with a similar problem at my house. I like the room but here are some suggestions on what you could do to change it up:
1. Remove the sconces.
2. Re-frame your art with large mats (side ones white, middle one black?). Frame them all the same size. Or, see link below and make a picture frame ledge which can be changed whenever you want.
http://www.thelittlehouseinthecityblog.com/2010/10/our-new-couch-finally.html
3. Replace the current tapered lamp shades with drum shades.
4. I've seen people drape a throw over the whole back of the sofa and tuck it in between the back and bottom cushions (so it just covers the back portion). It adds a pop of color.
5. ADD A PLANT!!! It will totally liven up a room.
6. Add more texure.
Have fun! I've been agonizing about my living room re-do. I feel like the more I plan and try to make it perfect, the more "staged" it looks. Let your room reflect you.


Lampshades and Throw or Pillow Suggestions? Good Questions
6/7/12 11:21 PM

I agree with NIGHT. Contact the blog and ask for more info. I just contacted Lonnymag because I liked one of their fonts and I wanted to know the name of it so I could use it.


Where Can I Find This Art? Good Questions
6/7/12 10:46 PM

Beautiful! I wish I could find an apartment with chevron floors.


Julie & Jesper's Musical
Scandi-Canadian Nest House Tour

6/5/12 7:45 PM

The Princess Bride!!!


Get the Look: Lavender
6/5/12 7:24 PM

LOL HHRI


7 Ways to Organize Socks Home Your Way
6/4/12 3:29 PM

I match what I can. The unmatched ones go in a bag in hopes of finding their match. Sometimes I turn the unmatched ones into dog toys by stuffing one inside another, adding a dog treat, and tying in a knot.


7 Ways to Organize Socks Home Your Way
6/4/12 3:28 PM

I like this idea. My dad always told me to put an extra $20 under my driver side floor mat in case of a gas or toll booth emergency.


One Smart Idea: Keep Emergency Cash in Your Phone Case
6/4/12 2:52 PM

I agree with the comments about finding pillows on Etsy. They have an amazing selection! I would make my own, but I like them to have piping around the edges which I can't do.


10 Throw Pillows to Spice Up Your Sofa
6/1/12 11:51 PM

I mix 2 avocados (cut in small cubes) + 1 packet guacamole seasoning + 1 can of drained Rotel.


How to Make Better Guacamole: Tips from Two Food Writers
5/7/12 4:58 PM

GINANDLEMONADE:
Cubitec shelving from Design Within Reach, in transparent white. www.dwr.com


5 Quotes to Remember: The Big Benefits of Small Living
1/20/12 3:04 PM

LOVE this recipe. Tried it months ago using canned chickpeas and it turned out great. Might make again and soak dry chickpeas this time to see if I notice a difference.


Recipe Recommendation: Baked Falafel from Chow Vegan
10/18/11 9:13 PM

Right now, the most I do is put up a Christmas wreath in December. Sometime's I'll go all out and buy a fall or winter scented candle, haha. Until we buy a house and are the hosts for holiday get-togethers, I'm keeping the decor to a minimum. Cute plates.


What Holidays Do You Decorate For?
Reader Survey

10/17/11 5:50 PM

Mandi- I look forward to your tutorial. Thanks.


Update Your Dresser With Plumbing Supplies
Vintage Revivals

10/11/11 6:06 PM

Does anyone know where I can find the rug in the photo? I am obsessed with houndstooth and have been searching for one like this.


Update Your Dresser With Plumbing Supplies
Vintage Revivals

10/11/11 12:10 AM

Jkim55- the plant in the living room is a fiddle leaf fig.


John's Memory-Filled Miracle Mile Home
House Tour

10/3/11 8:09 PM

Just yesterday I noticed that Lowe's (and probably Home Depot) sells thin solid color carpet floor tiles that can be special ordered. They are more affordable than the Flor brand. As Betsy said, check Flor's clearance tiles.


Flooring Fix for Sublet Rental?
Good Questions

10/3/11 8:03 PM