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Display Name: bemyescape
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Member Since: 2/26/08

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A search on latex paint being sticky brought me here. I am having the same issue with Sherwin WIlliams paint. I told the salesperson I would be painting furniture, he mixed up a gallon of all surface latex acrylic enamel. This paint was not cheap ($55) the piece of furniture that was painted has been sitting for over a month and is still tacky. I have used Benjamin Moore's waterborne satin impervo before with excellent results. From now on I'll either go with that or oil based and stay away from SW.


Advice for Painting Wood So It's Not Tacky or Sticky?
Good Questions
5/11/13 4:37 PM

I like these but it's more than I'm going to spend on a bird feeder
http://www.jschatz.com/eggbirdfeeders/


Get A Bird on It: 10 Bird Feeders & Houses
4/3/13 8:48 AM

I wish the Pottery Barn chesterfield came in white leather. All of the white leather chesterfields I have found are at least $5k.


10 Charming Chesterfield Sofas
10/1/12 1:38 PM

I'm 30 and have zero friends. I'm an introvert, shy, self conscious and all that good stuff. People always tell me I'm quiet because I don't have a need to overshare and my life is boring so I don't have much to contribute to conversations. I don't know how to turn casual acquaintances into friendships. I recently attempted to make friends with someone at my temp job, and we hung out a couple of times. But if I'm the one who always has to contact you to keep in touch or ask if you want to do something, why bother. If you wanted to be my friend I wouldn't be the one putting in all the effort. I've attended meetup groups but find them a bit odd in that you only see these people at meetup gatherings. So basically you are going to hang out with a bunch of strangers. Perhaps some people are able to successfully make friends that way but it hasn't worked out for me. When I was unemployed I went to the gym and didn't meet anyone there either. There are a couple of girls that I am friendly with at work but we don't hang out, outside of work. It would be nice to have one or two close friends but I've sort of given up on that prospect.

People without children might want to check out No Kidding.It's an international social club for adult couples and singles who don't have children. I've never gone but it must be kind of like meetup for people without kids.


Finding Friendship at Every Stage
of Your Life
8/21/12 6:36 PM

I love this: http://pinterest.com/pin/1829656068333428/


Hivemind Designer: What Would You Do With This Wall?
1/25/12 3:31 PM

Seems like everything would get too dusty.


How To Know if You're Ready for Open Kitchen Shelving
1/19/12 3:53 PM

This is my dream bed...http://www.highfashionhome.com/madison-bed.html

But due to cape ceilings I have to settle for a rectangular headboard


Bedroom Style Sourcelist: Upholstered Beds & Headboards
8/11/11 10:57 PM

pass


Decorative Busts
4/21/11 8:55 PM

I think I saw a Trading Spaces episode a long time ago where they wrapped them in fabric.


How To Disguise Acoustic Tile Drop Ceiling?
Good Questions
3/23/11 10:39 PM

I love patterned curtains, it's too bad that if you want them you either have to have them custom made or make them yourself.


Graphic Designs: Bold and Dramatic Drapes
3/4/11 9:04 AM

My town will only recycle newspaper, #1 and #2 and brown cardboard. I save other types of paper, plastic and cardboard so that my mom can take it with her and recycle it, because her town takes all kinds of stuff.

I also have a habit of turning the light off when I leave the room which drives my bf nuts.


I'm My Own Grandma Accepting The Inevitable
2/25/11 1:06 PM

Wow really @ quiltmaster? I want to see you do better. It was my first time upholstering or tufting anything.


High, Low, & DIY: Tufted Headboards
2/24/11 3:40 PM

I would love to learn more about the upholstery process. Since they mention it is sort of a dying artform where did these ladies learn?


Before & After: Upholstery Video from Spruce Home
2/24/11 9:57 AM

Not sure if that is wallpaper but you can buy a stencil like that here:
http://www.cuttingedgestencils.com/allover-stencils.html?category_id=12


Make Your Own Animal Print Rug for Less
Vintage Revivals
2/24/11 9:14 AM

Isn't there a Muji in NYC?
http://www.muji.us

Eq3
http://eq3.com/


Best Budget Friendly Furniture Stores In NYC?
Good Questions
2/24/11 8:57 AM

Where is that cute bird on wire art from?


Paul's Perfectly Suited Studio
House Tour
2/23/11 9:13 AM

Jess13, the headboard looks like Jonathan Adler's Woodhouse bed which I love.

A tutorial for something similar can be found at Design Sponge. All you would have to do is add tufting.
http://www.designspongeonline.com/2009/09/diy-video-graces-upholstered-otomi-headboard.html


Daydreaming About Duvet Covers
2/23/11 9:01 AM

I like #1 and #3. I've been looking at the DwellStudio one but even on "sale" at $196 seems like way too much to pay for what is essentially a big pillowcase.

If you decide to make your own and just want a plain duvet a shortcut to piecing widths of 44 or 54" fabric is to use two flat sheets. You could also use a high quality muslin like Kona.

An alternative to G Speaks ribbon idea is using snap tape.


Daydreaming About Duvet Covers
2/23/11 8:57 AM

I loved the petrie until I actually sat on it. Not comfortable at all.


Which Of These Couches Should I Choose?
Good Questions
2/18/11 2:58 PM

I absolutely love Macy's Chloe sofa and their Corona is very similar to the Bantam.

http://www.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=351407&cm_mmc=Google_Feed-_-7-_-85-_-MP785

http://www1.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=251335&CategoryID=30249

Both have good reviews and are cheaper than the ones you posted if budget is an issue.


Which Of These Couches Should I Choose?
Good Questions
2/18/11 9:30 AM