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Display Name: Amanda @ RE:DO
Personal URL: http://wannaredo.com/blog
Member Since: 3/6/09

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Thanks, Jackie! I would definitely be up for a full house tour. You can see more pics of my home on my web site and blog, http://wannaredo.com.

Thanks to you too, Heela! You know what, my fern did the same thing! I moved it up on the nook shelf and only neglected it for a few days and same thing, totally dried up. I should have left it on the counter where it wasn't as bright, because I know that factored in too. I was SOOO sad. Ferns can be very picky, especially Maidenhair (the one I had), but then I have another one in my house that grows like crazy and can stand to be left alone a little longer. Ferns and succulents are my favorite types of plants to have around, but like you said, the latter are much easier to keep!


Amanda's Smart, Renovated Kitchen
Kitchen Tour
4/5/12 2:57 AM

Thanks, Romilla. From bottom to top moulding, they are 34".


Amanda's Smart, Renovated Kitchen
Kitchen Tour
10/20/11 12:01 PM

Tiles are Mannington VCT, faucet is Price Pfister. Here's the whole cookie recipe (in case you want to cut and paste):

Grandma Jeanne's Chocolate Chip Cookies
1/2 cup soft shortening (I use unsalted butter)
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup white sugar
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla
3/4 cup flour
1/2 tsp soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups oatmeal
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Combine butter and sugar. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Mix in dry ingredients. Stir in oatmeal and chocolate chips. Bake at 350 for 12-13 minutes. Makes 2 dozen.

ENJOY! :)


Amanda's Smart, Renovated Kitchen
Kitchen Tour
10/19/11 11:31 PM

Thanks, Luluso! I kept all the original cabinets (just refaced the doors), and there wasn't a dishwasher to begin with (see before pic). It just seemed like the most logical spot, because we could just remove the doors and cut the hole for dishwasher. It hasn't been a problem at all, as it's easily in reach from the sink.


Amanda's Smart, Renovated Kitchen
Kitchen Tour
10/19/11 5:42 PM

I got the "Dang!" glass in Iowa (where I'm from) several years ago. It's a brand of Root Beer, so you might try searching for it online.


Amanda's Smart, Renovated Kitchen
Kitchen Tour
10/19/11 2:33 PM

Hi 22! What a compliment!! Thank you!

The cabinets are all painted in Old Prairie. It's actually just one shade lighter than Camouflage, so yes, there's definitely some green in it. The sunlight can make it look lighter at times. Hope that helps! :)


Amanda's Smart, Renovated Kitchen
Kitchen Tour
10/19/11 1:13 AM

P4B, my now husband's (just got married on the 1st) shirt is from Bill's Tavern in Cannon Beach.

Thanks again for your order, Tyrene! So happy I could help!


Amanda's Smart, Renovated Kitchen
Kitchen Tour
10/18/11 2:34 PM

Thanks, Jen! I love Paperstone! It has a very warm feeling and has been wearing really well, so far.


Amanda's Smart, Renovated Kitchen
Kitchen Tour
10/18/11 1:34 PM

Thanks, Diane! The banquette pillow fabrics are Skimmer Aqua by Thomaspaul for Duralee and Soiree Leaf from Calico Corners. The French press is the Bodum Iced Coffee Press. I got mine at a local kitchen store, but you can get them at Crate & Barrel and online, too.


Amanda's Smart, Renovated Kitchen
Kitchen Tour
10/18/11 1:26 PM

Thanks everyone, especially Leela!! The kitchen towel on the oven is from makelike here in Portland and the others you see are from my shop. The cream carton I found at Michaels for $1! I've seen similar ones at Crate & Barrel too. The faucet is Price Pfister.


Amanda's Smart, Renovated Kitchen
Kitchen Tour
10/18/11 12:16 PM

very cute idea, but don't most people return their keys to the landlord?


Frame Your Old House Keys
Young House Love
9/29/10 12:02 PM

I used to live on Belmont and loved it. I'm just north about a mile now, so I'm not far, but don't get down there as much as I'd like. If you check out the food carts on 42nd and Belmont, visit Movie Madness, a great rental shop right next to them.


Julie's Guide to Belmont & the South East Side
Portland, Oregon
9/15/10 1:24 PM

HCVMama - lemongrass from behr paint is a pretty close match


Grellow. Really?
8/31/10 12:14 PM

really?


Before & After: A Darling DIY Bathroom
7/30/10 1:03 PM

another vote for r&b. you won't regret it!


Parsons Bed: Room & Board or West Elm? Good Questions | Apartment Therapy DC
7/23/10 12:43 PM

I've had black paperstone counters for a couple months, and so far I love them. They do show marks, but like makehappymama said, you just buff them out. I ended up getting a great deal on some remnants of it, so it wasn't too expensive either.


More on Paper Countertops | Apartment Therapy The Kitchn
5/18/10 1:32 PM

does anyone have the couch from urban outfitters? wondering about the quality...


10 Glorious Gray Tufted Sofas Roundup | Apartment Therapy San Francisco#comments
4/2/10 6:18 PM

I use this egg substitute in pancakes and they come out great! It's amazing how egg-like the mixture of ground flax/water ends up being.


Apartment Therapy The Kitchn | Egg Substitutes in Baking? Try Flax Seed!
9/9/09 11:52 AM

i just bought a house with no appliances and will be moving in oct. couldn't be better timing for me! :)


Apartment Therapy Chicago | New Stimulus: Energy Saving Appliances
8/25/09 11:46 AM

do they make chalkboard spray paint?


Apartment Therapy Los Angeles | Another Color Twist On Chalkboard Paint
7/1/09 12:06 PM