HoganKaffee's Profile
| Display Name: | HoganKaffee |
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| Member Since: | 6/27/07 |
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Indoor camping - it's fun to be in an empty apartment so that you can get the feel of the space and imagine the potential of it all. Once you have items in your space I feel that it doesn't feel quite so "free." Moving: What Do You Do When Everything Goes Wrong? |
5/3/13 10:44 PM |
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Bravo! Nice post. I totally agree with keeping open spaces and not being married to a particular arrangement or design. I always tell people that whatever you think works for you right now may change in 3-4 months. The challenge is to create a space and have things that adapt easily and will grow with your family's needs. Baby-Friendly Decorating 101: Rethinking Home Design with a Baby on the Way |
4/30/13 3:11 PM |
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We have done dumpling parties, sushi parties, pizza parties, taco parties, and create your own dessert. I love how DIY parties create a great atmosphere for conversation and people actually hang out instead of standing to the side feeling awkward about not knowing anyone else at the party. Crêpe Parties, Taco Bars & More: 9 Build-Your-Own Party Meals |
4/2/13 5:22 PM |
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I think the two pieces would complement each other. Both have a feeling of movement to them. The would look beautiful, but over time I feel that I would want a more peaceful and calm mood in the bedroom. Does Wave Art Work with Geometric Rug? Good Questions |
4/2/13 4:57 PM |
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How about an exterior shot? Maybe some more photos of the home inside, too? I like mixing old and new - would love to see more. Michelle, Rob & Kaia's True Antique House Call |
3/29/13 3:23 PM |
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I'm a big fan of an enameled cast iron pot. I use mine all the time for the oven and for the stove and I find it's the most versatile item in my kitchen. And it's an absolute pleasure to cook with - never mind that's a festive red and a Le Creuset. That's just "gravy." What One Kitchen Product Do You Recommend Splurging On? Reader Intelligence Request |
2/13/13 3:28 AM |
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My personal favorite are the D-ring binders. I hate that my papers would tear and the papers wouldn't sit nicely in the standard round ring. And I always got the ones with the sleeves on the cover so that I could insert my own cover art for the spine and front. Get Organized: Stylish Binders |
2/12/13 11:32 PM |
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I start a pile and then set everything out before I start to pack. It helps me to see everything as a whole, and then I can edit/repurpose/discard as needed. Then I can see if it I can truly layer my clothes instead of taking the bulky sweater and jacket. Or maybe I forgot I was going to bring a different book/Kindle and trade out what was in the pile. And it's useful in actually placing items in your bag - evenly distribute the heavier items, put the immediate access items on top, choosing the the travel bag, etc..... I find that if I pack last minute I often have a lot of redundancy and carry heavier things because I don't have time to find/refill travel size toiletries or consolidate. Pre-Travel Pile: Do You Make One? |
10/2/12 4:10 PM |
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Holler - cute link! That's a good idea for the room... leave the wall behind the beds but paint the rest. I like it! Help My Mom Decide: The Great Wood Paneling Debate |
8/14/12 8:18 PM |
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This room needs at least white-washed walls - something to brighten up the room and give a good backdrop for the furniture and decor. And I support ripping out the carpet. The carpet is an overwhelming color and clashes with the warmth of the wood. I would consider painting the walls a nice dark mahogany stain, white-wash or white paint on the walls with the ceiling left either as is, or white on the ceilings with the beams left alone. With a blank canvas, it would be easy to make the room as stylish/cozy/multi-purpose and you like. I feel that too much wood makes the room dark and the lack of contrast is very deadening. Help My Mom Decide: The Great Wood Paneling Debate |
8/14/12 5:25 PM |
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Just checked out your blog - got the bed instructions! DIY Pegboard Headboard Our Fifth House |
6/13/12 1:47 PM |
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Great idea! I love the shelves under the bed. We were planning on doing something similar for my sons new room - where are the shelves under the bed from? Is it a platform bed or did you DIY and buy some shelves and put them sideways? DIY Pegboard Headboard Our Fifth House |
6/13/12 1:39 PM |
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For the Knitter's, the closest Missoni-esque blanket pattern I've found is the Zig and Zag Sock Yarn Baby Pram Blanket by Debbie Orr. It's a free pattern on Ravelry.com (also free). How To Make a Missoni for Target-Inspired Crochet Blanket Vickie Howell |
9/16/11 10:05 AM |
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You can also use the cushions and pillows from your couch, or rugs. We used a number of rugs to protected our framed art/photos and they worked great. We used a lot of our large tupperware and pots and pans as boxes for breakables. Important documents and things that could not be lost went into extra suitcases. That way we knew anything in a suitcase was either staying with us, or contained something we might need. 5 Things in Your Home to Use as Packing Material |
8/12/11 3:04 PM |
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I have a whole bunch of cups from Target. They are mostly clear and appear to have water in their sides with little toys floating around. They are durable (taken many throw downs!), easily to clean, and hold enough liquid for a tot/preschooler to drink comfortably. And I liked that they were somewhat attractive and fun. Good Real Cups for Small Kids Good Questions |
8/12/11 2:18 PM |
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I think it would be amazing to have a soaking bath at night and be able to see the night horizon. The stars are probably obscured by all the city lights so that won't be visible - but the feeling of the great expanse of sky above would be amazing. Rooftop Bathroom: Would You? Could You?! |
6/6/11 9:02 PM |
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Where's the Cake? And Where's the Cake Now? by T. T. Khing. It's funny that they books says "translated from the Dutch" when they both don't any words in them. Great pictures, many different visual story lines. We enjoy making up new stories each time we "read" them. Visually Busy Books ala Richard Scarry? Good Questions |
2/5/11 4:54 AM |
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This is by far my favorite knit blanket. One day I will make one of my own. I hope that I can create a similarly striking palette. A Handmade Home: Crochet Bed Coverings |
1/24/11 11:07 PM |
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I really think it would help to have some context here - a pic of your current home would be great! The first thing that came to mind was a dusky blue and would nicely complement the aged wood. You could punch up the impact of the blue with some bright pillows or blanket, or make the chair blend more if left alone. Upholstery Choices for Grandmother's Rocker Makeover? Good Questions |
7/30/10 4:59 PM |
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My initial reaction to pain the ceiling white and get a white table and white chairs - something very sleek and clean - metal legs that are slim preferably. I would also go with a white sideboard or bookcase if you need them, and then add some color in the way of a multi-color table runner that has both white and red. Dishes/vases/pitchers could be a mix of white and red with some aqua or yellow thrown in for a n accent. I would stay away from dark colors - dark espresso browns or black. I like the idea of a grey - but that would likely keep the room very "dark and deep" instead of lightening up with room in both feel and "look." How To Brighten Up Deep Red Dining Room? Good Questions | Apartment Therapy Los Angeles |
6/3/10 2:17 PM |