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Display Name: surfurs
Member Since: 7/1/11

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sorry but Mai Tai is not Hawaiian.


Moneyballs, Jugo, and Fig Bites in Paris
Oscar Party Food 2012

2/24/12 6:26 PM

I was on pinterest for a while and deleted it. I haven't missed it one day since. It gets repetitive pretty fast and it's impossible to avoid all the disgruntled housewifes. shudder.


Psychologists Pin Why Pinterest is so Addictive
Design News 02.17.12

2/17/12 11:34 AM

yeah, not an option. why would you get rid of books? I hate clutter and my apartment is pretty empty in general but the one thing I would never get rid of is books.


A Bookworm's Dilemma: Ditch Books When Downsizing?
1/24/12 1:17 PM

I want reasonable treatment. I had crazy landlords who didn't allow us to paint, we weren't allowed to BBQ in the BACKYARD out of fear we could burn down the house. Vancouver is especially bad because most landlords don't allow pets (which I consider unreasonable)
+1 for direct deposit!


What Do Renters Look for in a Landlord?
Good Questions

1/16/12 3:31 PM

I don't understand the eames chair craze..
But I love the house..I picked my current appartment b/c of the exposed brick ;)


Rachel & David's Historic Seltzer Factory Home
House Tour

12/7/11 10:20 AM

a couple of years ago I vowed to not have any more new years resolutions. so far it worked! best resolution ever. :)


Holiday Resolutions: Next Year, I'm Going to _______.
11/25/11 8:02 PM

How about you do something that actually helps? no woo pseudo-magic stuff (unless you are into crazy rituals, just stay away from the neighbors cat maybe)
how about you paint the room? or two? rearrange the furniture? do a serious housecleaning (soap/vinegar and a mop, no crazy stuff) buy a new sofa.
those things work wonder for me


"Smudge" Home after Breakup?
Good Questions

11/25/11 6:13 PM

grey! or turquois. (depends on what you prefer) I would also second harvest something. go bold on the wall!
I would also say the table doesn't fit to the chairs unless you were trying to go for drab... loose the table, get a lighter one (or darker)
not a fan of rugs in dining areas.


Color Help to Match Dining Set?
Good Questions

10/27/11 1:19 PM

two questions: this only shows downloads, do people actually read those books? and second: did their reading change before/after e-reader? way more relevant than book vs. ebook sales.


Final Frame: Who Reads More, E-readers or Book Readers?
10/13/11 7:18 PM

good to know. while many companies have issues, I happily boycott/avoid right wing-nuts and bigot fundamental religious LGBT-phobics (such as Salvatory Army). not too much time or effort to be minimally informed about your footprint.


10 Clearance Finds For Less Than $10
Retail Roundup

10/4/11 2:29 PM

nice but "free" only works because everyone is supposed to take one or two. not 20 or 30. I can understand why employees at the store give them dirty looks. I already felt guilty when I took two of several colors (for my apartment, not a DIY project)
how about you use colored paper instead? (or recycled paper, even better)


Even More Paint Chip Projects
Roundup

10/4/11 2:23 PM

I don't collect. if it's not practicable, it won't be in my home. To me, all collectibles are clutter. ;)


5 Ways To Diversify Your Collection
10/2/11 11:46 AM

Fabulous apartment! Well done. (don't be embarrassed about curtains or sofas, design follows function in the end) good luck with the new apartment and especially the dog :)


Jennie's Happy Functional "Bedwomb" Studio
House Call

9/29/11 11:57 AM

why not RajOne?


10 Clearance Finds For Less Than $10
Retail Roundup

9/29/11 11:48 AM

better than before but still ugly. who the hell puts cow hide on a drawer?


Before & After: From Faux Finish Fail to Fabulous
The V Spot

9/28/11 6:35 PM

don't buy that. hideous. this belongs into the category "there is a reason why people get rid of it". (and +1 on 80th is not vintage)


80's Sofa: Take It or Leave It?
Good Questions

9/28/11 6:34 PM

I would suggest loosing the computer table. while I always love my desk, the fact that I work on my kitchen counter and coffee table more than the desk tells me it's not necessary. -think about it. you could use the dining table as dining+computer table.(assuming you are using a laptop.


Layout and Color Suggestions for Studio Apartment?
Good Questions

9/1/11 10:53 AM

I just switched all my household cleaner to water and vinegar (and baking soda as needed). problem solved. and I refuse to buy anything "antibacterial" because that's overkill.(or scam, depending on who you ask)


Not Every Home Cleaning Tip Is Helpful
8/27/11 1:44 AM

PS: after reading the comments, I might actually print this out and keep in mind for future mattress buys. I am just so paranoid about bedbugs (Vancouver has a huge problem) and probably was lucky enough to have friends who got rid of their mattress in time.


Tips for Finding a Mattress on Craigslist
8/25/11 11:55 AM

the one thing I would NEVER buy off craigslist is a used mattress. I bought used mattresses from friends but never from a stranger (and I am not american-paranoid about germs). Just the thought is gross.


Tips for Finding a Mattress on Craigslist
8/25/11 11:52 AM