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| Display Name: | tesstify |
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| Member Since: | 6/4/08 |
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I slept in a loft with far less headroom for a couple years in college. I painted the whole area bright white, had all white bedding (the only colors up there were my bright orange pillow cases and a bright clip lamp), and slept with my head near the opening because it was unbearably stuffy otherwise. I started with nest-like pillows but found they were too crowding when I was trying to sleep and got in the way when I needed to reach for anything. You'll want to keep it SUPER minimalist. Having done this I would agree with many of the above suggestions. My opinion in summary: Stick to white walls/ceilings; use a good fan; keep the rails open so you can see out of the space (twinkle lights around them might make them look more charming); install a small floating shelf near your head for books, phone charger, clip lamp etc. Having it above you will keep you from clonking into it when you move around. You might also look for a thinner mattress. A good quality 5" latex mattress can feel as thick as a 10" thick regular mattress. Finally, feng shui, schmeng shui; a mirror will DEFINITELY help the space feel bigger lighter and if you don't put it on the ceiling it's not creepy ;) How Can I Make This Lofted Bed Cozy, Not Claustrophobic? Good Questions |
6/13/13 11:39 AM |
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What a joyful space! You've certainly succeeding in meeting the challenge of "creating an interesting home on a tight budget" Kudos to you and also to AT for selecting a home tour showcasing the triumph of imagination over budget. Sophie & Scott's Bright Retro Retreat House Tour |
6/12/13 2:32 PM |
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Oh good grief. What a bunch of fearful bourgeois nonsense. In my experience, the process of renting from Airbnb promotes transparency and honesty to a far greater extent than renting a room in a comparably priced hotel. I can't tell you how many times hoteliers have unrepentantly switched our accommodations "No, it says here you have 2 double beds. Not a king. Sorry, no king available at this time." I have never had anything but positive experiences on Airbnb. Why? Because both parties review each other and there are very cleverly designed protections in place; identities are confirmed before money is exchanged, and friends/family members can't create false positive reviews. Theft and bedbugs would be reported and, unlike most heavily-edited hotel review sites, people might actually hear about the threats. Because of the popularity of Airbnb both renters and owners can afford to be very choosy. This is a made-up, hot button non-issue, created by the hotel industry because they dislike healthy competition. 3 Things to Consider Before Renting Airbnb Guests a Room |
6/6/13 12:30 AM |
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This one is, hands down, the BEST. Don't know how this popularity contest will play out but there is some true aesthetic genius at work here. Great job. Wow! If this is your first fixer upper, can your second be MY house??? Kiera's First Fixer-Upper Small Cool Contest |
6/4/13 11:45 PM |
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Another vote for keep it. I do think your color needs to work its way up from the floor as well. Maybe a throw on the sofa w/ one of the prominent colors (my choice would be red). Any chance you can paint the frames around the monochromatic artwork? Should I Keep this Bold Rug? Good Questions |
6/4/13 11:40 AM |
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Excellent all around. Love high contrast black and white with bold pops of color. I'm not sure when watermelon supplanted tangerine as decorators go to accent color but I approve. Kiera's First Fixer-Upper Small Cool Contest |
5/18/13 9:55 PM |
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Nice color combos. Love the black and white art, the two tone orange blankets and the ocean/chartreuse pillows. Some people just have color genius. Looks like you're one of them. Matthew's Nothing Else Like It Small Cool Contest |
5/18/13 9:52 PM |
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Ditto Rob in PDX, particularly w/r/t the AT entries budget discrepancies. I love that this space demonstrates a rich personal history and resourceful use of found and handmade treasures. It's not at all my taste; my inner spartan recoils at the sheer volume of stuff in the apartment but you've certainly struck a chord with readers. It's relatable and accessible and doesn't look like someone took mom and dad's credit card to the closest DWR. Danl's New Life in a Studio Small Cool Contest |
5/17/13 1:20 AM |
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Howdy neighbors! I think I've seen this house on my Ballard jogs (we live up the street from you on 62nd--farmhouse w/ the tangerine door). You have a spectacular flair for color combinations. I don't have the gift but I admire it in others. I'm sure I'm not the only AT reader who's curious about The Dupe logo. Love it! What's the story? It's like your own family crest. The Duplex, Left Side: Jared & Chika's Colorful Nest House Tour |
3/23/13 9:36 PM |
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Here's another option akin to the turned wood pendent (West Elm) combined with origami shade (EQ3). This turned wood Pendant from Habitat is longer and more shapely while the shade is shorter and more interesting. I think the combined effect would be lovely. Ideas for Ceiling Fixtures to Complement Decorative Molding? Good Questions |
2/11/13 9:51 PM |
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I LOVED this when I saw it. I think the fixture base is West Elm and the Shade is from EQ3. http://gallery.apartmenttherapy.com/photo/julie-and-jesper/item/348681 Ideas for Ceiling Fixtures to Complement Decorative Molding? Good Questions |
2/11/13 11:28 AM |
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One more vote for the snow method. Works best in powdery cold snow. Rugs are placed face down then stomp all over them and shake shake shake all the snow out. The crystals grab all the dirt, hair etc. It is the only way to really clean good shaggy rugs (boucherioute, rya, flokati) How To: Clean a Flokati Rug |
1/13/13 9:57 PM |
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One more vote for consumable gifts, in particular unusual spirits like aquavit or amaro. Amaro Nonino is a tasty digestif that comes in a lovely bottle. Unless your host/hostess is in a program (something to be sensitive to) almost everyone enjoys having their array of alcoholic offerings expanded. A nice alternative to alcohol is a mason jar filled w/ wax-wrapped salt caramels. Holiday Hostess Gifts: When and What to Give? Anthropologie |
11/19/12 6:55 PM |
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I second the Ikea shoe cabinet for gloves, hats, scarves. The cabinets are so narrow, they fit in almost any entryway and have great stuffable bins, which work for things other than shoes. The ledge atop the shoe cabinet doubles as a great area for a catch all; put a decorative bowl on in for keys, wallet etc. Now if only they would make a low and long one we could put under our windows... Ideas for Keeping Winter Gear Organized? Good Questions |
11/19/12 11:48 AM |
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Yeah, hairpin legs don't scratch floors they GOUGE the bejesus out of them. I tried the silicon tubing around the hairpin and after only one day they had worked their way off. If you can't weld pads on (or it's prohibitively expensive) maybe a caster cup would work? If anyone has any suggestions, I'd love to know because I have 2 Case Study sofas that are destroying my floors How To: Give MCM flair to your DIY furniture |
10/19/12 11:47 PM |
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The Case Study daybed/sofa (w/ arms) from Modernica (available from either the maker, Hive or DWR) is awesome. We're actually buying two of them (den and living room) because they were one of the only mid-century style sofas we could find available in leather (we actually ordered it a matte, pebbled, light gray, faux leather that looks awesome) with removable covers. Foam gets flat? Foam gets replaced. I honestly think I might have these forever. We'll see. Yep, we use soft claws as well and Boo just chews the tips off to expose her furniture destroying tools. I've thought about having those claws removed surgically. Yes, yes, I know it's inhumane. That's why I haven't done it...yet. Picking The Perfect Couch: A Timeline of Couches That Didn't Last |
9/13/12 12:01 AM |
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I agree w/ prettypresley that you need something more substantial than the ghost chairs and that the eiffel chair base is problematic (too much wire on wire competition) but I'm not in love w/ her choices either. There is something about the enclosed square forms for legs that seems to me to be at odds with the round pedestal base. The table is lovely and feminine and could easily be paired w/ VERY traditional chairs. I think it would also look great w/ a monochromatic leather chair like the Mario Bellini Cab chair. Just my 2 cents. Good Questions: Louis Ghost or Eames Eiffel with Platner? |
9/8/12 7:47 PM |
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I have an idea for prevention of the hairpin legs scratching the floor. I too VASTLY prefer the metal legs but I really really don't want to ruin our floors. Here's the idea: buy about a 4" section of clear plastic tubing (hardware or aquarium stores will likely carry what you need). In selecting the tubing, you'll want something wide enough that you could, theoretically thread a hairpin leg through it. Cut the tubing across the length into four short sections. Then create a slit along the length of each short tube so that you can pry it open. Pry it open and fit it around the hairpin turn in the hairpin leg. Theoretically, the hairpin should hold it in place and prevent scratching. Does it work? Let me know if you try it, okay? Where Can I Get That Couch? |
5/30/12 12:34 AM |
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Anyone else find the pricing INSANE? I like the green aspect but, seriously folks, all their products are prohibitively expensive. Loll's Outdoor Furniture - Again! Made from 100% recycled post consumer HDPE |
8/27/11 9:56 PM |
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I used burlap runners and table squares at my wedding. (See below) You can cut along the weave, tease out strands and leave it unhemmed and slightly frayed for an elegant rustic look. Doesn't wash well AT ALL though. You end up with the world largest snarled cat toy. Simply Beautiful Burlap |
1/29/11 2:12 PM |
