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| Display Name: | alahoop |
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| Personal URL: | http://twinklesandtwigs.blogspot.com |
| Member Since: | 10/21/08 |
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I fell in love with a sofa from Room and Board a few years ago when we were couch shopping for our old house. Our living room was small, and tricky to work with, but the loveseat version would have just fit where we needed it to go. The problem? $2,000+ price tag. Although we could have bought it, I ultimately decided that I was not comfortable spending that much on a couch at that time, no matter how much I loved it. Because of the size constraints, we were extremely limited in options, and we ended up with a loveseat from Ikea which was over $1500 cheaper. Coming to Terms with a Knockoff: Original vs. Reproduction Furniture Design |
5/23/13 2:48 PM |
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I use an old changing table that we didn't need after my youngest outgrew it. I'd stuck it in the garage to get it out of the way, and one day I realized it's the perfect height to stand at and work, plus there is plenty of storage on the two lower shelves. 15 Ideas for Organizing Gardening Supplies |
4/26/13 1:47 PM |
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The point is, some of us can't get Ikea products. I am not a huge fan of Ikea furniture, but we have an Expedit, and although ugly, it is sturdy and holds a ton of stuff. I'd like a larger one for my laundry room, but we don't live anywhere near an Ikea, and even if we felt like making the 6 hour round trip drive, we couldn't fit it in our cars. 10 Alternatives to Popular Kids IKEA Products |
4/23/13 12:41 PM |
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The neighbors at our last house (our first) were awful. It seemed like a nice area (for a starter home), but we had a drug dealer living next door. There were cars showing up day and night, pulling into the driveway for 10-15 minutes, leaving their music blaring, then leaving. The neighbors themselves were noisy as well, always playing loud music, yelling and fighting in their driveway. I had the police non-emergency number memorized. Six months in (we bought in the winter), I told my husband I thought we had to move because I couldn't take the constant noise, but a few weeks later they moved out. I was so happy I almost cried. After that, another drug dealer moved in across the street, same things went on there, except the guy who lived there was quiet. There was a drug raid, with dogs and a SWAT team and everything, and then he moved out. After that, he rented the house to various friends and relatives, most of whom were okay, except for the last person who lived there before we moved, who was also a drug dealer. Considering Your Neighbors When You Choose a New Home |
4/11/13 9:40 PM |
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My family and my in-laws all love our house. I've heard "it's not my style, but..." more times than I can count, but I don't really care what anybody thinks about the decor. I'm just happy that they all feel comfortable here and like to visit! What Do Your Parents Think of Your Home? |
4/4/13 4:30 PM |
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So cute. Also, what nccata said! Our Goodwills charge outrageous prices for everything--that little dresser probably would have been $30 here. Before & After: A Fresh Look for a $5 Thrift Store Dresser |
4/3/13 11:19 AM |
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This is adorable, and I think my kids would love them, considering that they are sensitive to artificial dyes, so we haven't dyed eggs in a few years (I haven't worked up the motivation to try natural dyes yet). Last-Minute Easter Egg Decorating Idea A Daily Something |
3/28/13 6:13 PM |
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I have an emerald green velvet sofa, and it really does hold up well to cats, if you don't mind constantly removing fur. I still think microfiber is the best choice with cats (but, I know, yuck). Ours isn't a slipcover, but we have kids and cats, and it spot cleans well. Upholstery Dreams: Velvet |
3/25/13 10:25 PM |
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Wasn't this room a Room for Color entry a few years ago? I loved it then (unless I am thinking of a different room), but it looks even better now! Suzanne's Warm & Cozy Bedroom My Bedroom Retreat Contest |
3/19/13 1:48 AM |
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@ Borealis, @Rainybeth, yes! That was exactly what I was going for with this color: something warm and cozy in the evenings, but bright and cheerful during the day. And I agree that it's perfect for a bedroom. :) Natasha's Cozy & Cheerful Bedroom My Bedroom Retreat Contest |
3/16/13 1:06 AM |
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I love these stairs. All of the woodwork on the lower level of our 1920's house is unpainted, but the upstairs woodwork is white. I'm always going back and forth with myself on whether to paint the stair risers (and maybe the spindles, or whatever they are called). It seems like a lot of work, but I really like how the ones pictured look. Weekend Project Inspiration: 4 Ways to Give Your Stairs a Makeover Real Simple |
3/15/13 10:38 PM |
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Thanks! I found the lamp at a thrift store, with the shade. Unfortunately, there isn't anything on either to indicate where they are originally from. Natasha's Cozy & Cheerful Bedroom My Bedroom Retreat Contest |
3/12/13 4:44 PM |
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I love all of these, but especially the first one. I've always loved Jenny Lind style beds. Jenny Lind Style: Adult-Sized Spindle Beds |
3/12/13 11:18 AM |
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Gorgeous color! I really like the rest of the room too--including the window treatments. Jenika's Color + Pattern Bedroom My Bedroom Retreat Contest |
3/11/13 8:18 PM |
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I really like this room. I love the muted colors. And although small, it manages to look clean and uncluttered without looking stark. Very nice! Minetta's Layered & Luxurious Bedroom My Bedroom Retreat Contest |
3/11/13 1:28 PM |
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Beautiful. I love just about everything about this room. I wouldn't expect a wallpapered room to look so serene, but it really works. But then, I don't think I have ever seen a room with that wallpaper look less than fabulous. Sarah's Perfect Place Bedroom My Bedroom Retreat Contest |
3/10/13 9:37 PM |
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This is so pretty! I especially like the bed and the bedding. The whole room looks happy and bright, but still calm enough for a child to fall asleep in. My seven year old would love it. Brooke's Bright & Happy Room My Bedroom Retreat Contest |
3/10/13 9:34 PM |
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Thanks again, for all of the nice comments! Natasha's Cozy & Cheerful Bedroom My Bedroom Retreat Contest |
3/10/13 12:18 PM |
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So pretty! Your dog is so cute. This is my favorite entry. :) Natasha's Cozy & Cheerful Bedroom My Bedroom Retreat Contest |
3/6/13 5:03 PM |
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I'm not generally a fan of white rooms, but I think this looks great. I love the brown bookcases. I think the contrast they provide really helps those fabulous curtains "pop"! Maria's Multi-Zone Bedroom My Bedroom Retreat Contest |
3/6/13 10:33 AM |