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I'm using two of the suggestions in my small space. I have a corner armoire in my tiny living room to house the tv. The piece is oak with outdated hardware, and I'm about to have it painted and distressed. I'll replace the fussy brass hardware with chunky knobs. In my guest room/office, I have my computer desk in the closet. I had the rod raised to accommodate the hutch part of the desk. I lost some hanging space, but the room looks tidy and uncluttered. I have bi-fold doors that I can close when I'm not at the computer.

It is beautiful, and Maxwell's description made the silver sound very appealing. However, I could not afford $312 for a five place setting for just myself, let alone service for 4 or -gulp - 8. If I were extremely wealthy, this is the kind of silver I'd like to use for everyday.

Sometimes in a rental, there is no perfect fix and you just have to live with the problem and make the best of it. Personally, I don't think the tile is that bad. I like earthy tones, so unless it looks much worse in reality than it does in the photo, I could live with it.

If the green area is paint, I think painting it a nice neutral, say a creamy beige or warm ivory, would work. If it is neutral, I don't see how your landlord could object. Of course, you would need to ask first.

Sometimes I think trying to "cover up" a problem only brings attention to it. I wouldn't bother with extra shower curtains across the tile or decals or anything like that.

If you can't do anything, make the best of what you have. Get some handsome towels, display one-of-a-kind accessories, add a plant or a real potted orchid. Keep the area pristine and smelling good with candles, potpourri, or a tray of French soaps. I bought a Peony soap form L' Occitane and it smells divine, even wrapped and boxed. I have had similar nice-smelling soaps I purchased from Ross or Marshall's. Add little luxuries for you and guests to focus on, and don't worry about what you can't change. Just do the best you can and enjoy it.

It is a fun, colorful room! But like some of the others, I was concerned about safety issues. When I saw the hanging garland decoration across the crib and the balloons, I thought it didn't look very safe and maybe it was just part of the styling for the photo shoot. I didn't realize Marlowe was a two and a half year old toddler. Still, I would worry about the possibility of an "accident" and the little girl becoming entangled in the string, or something happening, like a choking incident, with the balloons. Even some though little kids are mild-mannered and gentle, they do not always recognize the dangers of pretty things that look perfectly innocent.

A lot of ideas and opinions here. I'll add my own two cents. I wouldn't particularly want a service worker doing # 2 in my toilet, but I certainly understand that sometimes you can't wait. It may be inconvenient for them to leave and try to find a public restroom. Can you imagine a worker saying, "I'll be back in twenty minutes to finish up" and then trying to explain where he was going and why he was leaving? Or, I suppose they could wear Depends, in order to be prepared... just in case a homeowner was particularly paranoid. LOL.
I solved the hand towel problem in the guest bath by putting out a stack of decorative, disposable paper towels when I'm expecting guests. I've even used one and thrown it into my non-lidded waste can so the guest would know it's okay to use the pretty, monogrammed paper towel on the edge of the sink.

I like scented soaps for the fragrance and the way they look. I leave them out for decorative display until the scent starts to dissipate, and then I put them in the shower in my bathroom and enjoy them myself. I keep liquid soaps in the bathroom for hand washing.

Bathrooms should be clean, neat, and attractive. I find it funny to read about some of the beefs people have. I don't like those toilet rugs, but I wouldn't refuse to use a toilet if someone had one. Decor trends change for bathrooms, just like every other room. Silk plants and dried flowers used to be popular for all rooms, and I had a silk ivy in the bathroom. I got rid of all my silks. It doesn't bother me if someone else uses them. I don't inspect the leaves for dust.

I try to keep a full roll of tp iin the guest room and have an extra under the sink, within easy reach for when I do forget and let it get down to the last few sheets.

Oh my goodness. Where can I begin? I'll just tell you my top favorites! The house is awesome, but I love the kitchen, the white iron bed that I think must be in your daughter's room, the rug in that room, and the linens and pillows. I love the cat! And this just made my day: I love the picture of your daughter making a face! I burst out laughing when I saw that because I used to do the same face when I was a little girl. It would make my father sooooo mad. I remember hiding behind the door and peeping my head around, making that face at my sister!

I love how the light pours in through those windows. So pretty. And the bed is so neatly made! ♥

This room is cozy and comfortable looking- a place to relax and enjoy. (I so want to stuff that bit of blue garment back into the bottom drawer of the bureau and try to close the drawer tightly....LOL! I like your idea of flowers on the nightstand. I wish I could do this all the time. The dog is just adorable. Good job on this room.

What a cozy, cute little bedroom, and an ingenious use of space! Would love to see the rest of your place. I'll bet it's awesome.

To therapyONdisplay - You made a remark about the people not getting permission from the landlord to paint the zigzag pink stripes in the bathroom. If you look at the credits, the home belongs to Trey and Zoe, and they own it. There's a house tour if you want to click on their names.