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Display Name: Sandmama
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Member Since: 4/20/12

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The rug from the 'before' living room area would do a whole lot to brighten/ warm up the 'after'. The white rag rug is ok, but IMHO, its a bit too clean, impersonal.


Before & After:
A Studio Facelift in Brooklyn The Sweeten
12/12/12 1:48 AM

This would be so terrific for a children's party. I can see using their old drawings, bunches of crayons, beads and blocks, candy etc. Thanks!!


Holiday Tip:
Maxwell's Stolen Texture Pennant Flags Apartment Therapy Videos
12/10/12 5:30 AM

I'm a little sceptical of these laws given that so many re-usable bags (especially those sold by supermarkets) contain lead and other leachable chemicals. A lot of branded bags really cant be washed, as well, and can often contain hazardous food borne contaminants after they've been used for a while.
I think the real answer is to go back to old fashioned paper bags or scrap cloth bags.


If You're Going To San Francisco...
Be Sure To Bring Your Own Bags
9/28/12 9:48 AM

Love the counter and backsplash in the kitchen (less wild about the black cabinets). The inhabitants have done a great job of 'editing' to keep the space functional.


Mary Helen and Graeme's Compact, Composed Mix on the Upper East SideHouse Tour
9/20/12 3:06 AM

If its comfortable, go for it! I am the proud owner of the ugliest sofa in the universe (birds in flight and fruit on polished cotton!) that is incredibly comfortable.
I paid $75 for the sofa and another $200 for canvas ticking to make a slipcover and $50 for pillows. With about 10 hours of labor, I had the most beautiful, comfortable sofa. I sleep on it all the time and its the center of our home.
The canvas I chose is washable and I will truly mourn when it is time to replace this sofa.


Take or Leave This Craigslist Find? Good Questions
5/14/12 12:31 PM

For starters, just to be protective of your health. Spray the area once a day with a solution of 10% bleach. This will keep any mold/ mildew in check until it gets fixed.
Is it getting wetter each time you use the shower? Then you have a leak. Which you ought to ask your landlord to repair ASAP.
Its possible a leak was fixed and the paint job after was done without letting the wall dry properly? If so make sure the wall is dry (if you have to foregoe a shower for a few days) before repainting again.
Communication is key here. Best of luck!


How To Make My Landlord Deal with Water Damage and Mold in Bathroom? Good Questions
4/20/12 9:41 AM