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Before and After: Updating a Sun Porch
Su Casa member PrettyLittleWorld loves her new home, but she wasn't a fan of her sun porch. She writes, "When we moved into our new home over the summer, we knew the sun porch would have to get some attention so that we could use it. The previous design was just all around unattractive, and made the porch feel a little depressing.
Wednesday Check-In: You May Need a Midweek Makeover
We've hit the midweek mark — and while that may not be cause for celebration for everyone, it's certainly reason enough to stop and evaluate your weekly progress. Are you on task to complete assignments in time for the weekend or have you spent all of your time prepping your Halloween costume and readying your apartment for a slew of trick-or-treaters? If this is the case, you may be in need of a midweek makeover?
Do You Invest in Expensive Knives?
My best kitchen knife broke last night while I was making dinner. It wasn't the nicest knife — when I moved into my apartment, over two years ago, my dad gave it to me and bought himself a new (much better) knife. Now I need to purchase a knife, and am considering splurging on a higher-quality, more expensive one.
Desire/Aquire: BBDW Captain's Mirror
I featured the BBDW Captain's Mirror as a Crave Worthy over a year ago, as well as a Found It! in March, and I still think it's the most handsome mirror I've ever seen. Owning it would be like being married to the dapper Donald Draper — kind of.
Casa Beta: Home Decorators Annandale Jute Area Rug
Jute/natural fiber rugs are a great versatile, nondescript choice for every room in the house when you're not trying to make a statement but rather just pull a space together. I'd been looking for one for a sitting area in my home, and found that the prices really ran the gamut. I've seen super-simple 5-x-8-foot sisal rugs for only $50, and thicker jute rugs like Pottery Barn's Flat-Braided Jute Rugs for $300.
Home Library: Style and Substance
For 20 years, Elle Decor's chic issues have offered readers ideas and inspiration for their homes. I've been collecting a giant stack of dog-eared Elle Decor issues for the last 10 years, so I'm excited to announce that the best of the magazine can now be found in Style and Substance ($45) by Margaret Russell and the editors of Elle Decor. I was thrilled to receive a (personally autographed!) copy of Style and Substance in my mailbox, and couldn't wait to review the book.
Oh, Go Put a Sock in It
Just like that old saying goes, you should "put a sock in it" . . .
Do You Accessorize With Fruit?
Forget expensive vases and sculptural objects — simple fruit can really add a pop of color, shape, and texture to a room. Just arrange it in a beautiful bowl and you've got an instant, artistic accent for your home.
Source: Flickr User DeusXFlorida
Do You Accessorize With Fruit?
7 Guidelines For First-Time Home Buyers
Just about a year ago, our financial system as we knew it was collapsing — Wall Street was in shambles. Things kept getting worse in pretty much every corner of the economy, and we're still trying to figure out whether or not the country has reached a state of recovery. The housing market has been particularly tumultuous, but many new buyers are taking advantage of lower home prices and finding themselves in escrow for the first time.
Roundup: White Porcelain Accessories
Ever since I saw West Elm's white Parsons Desk, I haven't been able to resist white, be it furniture, drapery, or accessories. White, obviously, is a very versatile color that goes with everything! But not only does it blend in well, it also has the power to make a disparate mix of furnishings look cohesive.
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