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8 Easy Last Minute Table Decor Ideas

Even though we've been planning for weeks the Thanksgiving dinner we're co-hosting, there's one thing we've been putting off until the last minute: the table decoration. In hopes of inspiring ourselves and you we gathered 8 of the simplest yet still good-looking ways to decorate your table.

The Weekend Guide: Sales & Events
Los Angeles 11.25.09

112509moserline.jpgTHIS WEEK
• Thos. Moser Floor Sample Sale
• Sanford Burrows Bedding Sale
• CB2's Can Do Charity Discount
• Pier 1 Three Day Sales Event
• Design Pod Holiday Gift Bazaar
• Fermob Luxembourg Chairs Sale
• Green Friday Sale at Visionary

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  • Los Angeles
  • Gregory Han
  • November 25, 2009 07:15AM
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An Alternative Headboard Made of Pillows

Here's an inspiring bedroom decor idea we spied over at Olivieri, the Italian furniture design brand. Ironically, the high end design site showcases a fairly affordable option for those of us looking to add a bit of flourish and fun in the bedroom…

  • Los Angeles
  • Gregory Han
  • November 24, 2009 09:45PM
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Decorating with Striped Art and Accessories

112409_stripe02.JPGBe they preppy or classic, rugby or jailhouse, stripes have an "I walk the line" sort of boldness about them. Horizontal stripes add width and vertical stripes add height, but they both add drama even in small doses. Stripes usually appear in fabrics for upholstery and window coverings, but when stripes are used in art and accessories they seem fresh again.

  • Los Angeles
  • Misty Adair
  • November 24, 2009 08:15PM
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Our Favorite Coasters From Etsy

This season's finale of Curb Your Enthusiasm had a story line where Larry David is accused of making ring stains on an antique wood table. After interrogating his friends (by asking if they "respect wood"), he uncovers the culprit (Cheryl, his ex-wife). Larry's investigation got us thinking--perhaps the right set of coasters can better encourage people to use them. Check out these gems from Etsy--after the jump!

The Deep Couch

112209_couch01.jpgWhen buying a couch for your home, comfort is key although style and design also play key roles. A deep couch with a lot of seating room is super comfy - but not for everyone.

The Rise and Fall of Design Within Reach
Fast Company

112409dwrfastcompany01.jpgApartment Therapy got an early sneak peek from Fast Company writer Jeff Chu of a warts-and-all exposé about Design Within Reach, mapping the dramatic trajectory of the retailer from a humble San Francisco studio to a heralded catalog and online resource for those in-the-know (and of certain means), complete with large showrooms where the design illiterate found themselves presented with options once only available via more exclusive means. Controversy soon kicked in with growth and the propagation of inspired-by pieces by DWR, setting opinions ablaze…

  • Los Angeles
  • Gregory Han
  • November 24, 2009 03:30PM
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Printed Space: Design Your Own Wallpaper, Flooring and Blinds

112409-printedspace.jpgHas this ever happened to you? You get an idea for something for your space that would be really cool: you saw this design that would look great on your walls or your floors only you don't have the skill set to draw or stencil it on yourself, any artisan you contact is entirely cost-prohibitive and despite having spent hours going through Apartment Therapy's archives you just can't find something similar. Now what? You could give up. Or you could contact Printed Space.

  • Los Angeles
  • Abby Stone
  • November 24, 2009 02:15PM
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Best Black Friday Week Deals on Amazon

Unplggd's has done some of the legwork for all of us, hunting down some of the best home electronics deals available via Amazon for Black Friday, mapping out exactly what will be released at discounted prices on a day-to-day basis over the holiday weekend. Look Ma, no lines!

Read the full post at Unplggd

  • Los Angeles
  • Gregory Han
  • November 24, 2009 01:45PM
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Modernica Easy Chairs - $1200
Los Angeles Scavenger

These vinyl recovered easy chairs are priced at $1050 each on Modernica's website, but you can get all three for $1200 by purchasing from this seller.

Easy DIY: Turn Tablecloths Into Curtains

Just because you recently replaced your current tablecloth with a new one for Thanksgiving doesn't mean the old one has to be put away. Grab some wire clips and repurpose as curtains in your home with these examples to help guide the way.

  • Los Angeles
  • Beth Zeigler
  • November 24, 2009 11:00AM
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Living Without A Kitchen
Melbourne

112409kitchen01.jpgWe’ve mentioned a couple of times in the past few weeks that we were about to renovate our kitchen. We started over the weekend and everything is going great except we’re in the awkward place of not having a functioning kitchen.

My Parents Were Awesome…But Their Decor Was Not

By now many of you might have heard of the recent website flavor of the month, My Parents Were Awesome, a reader submitted collection of photos of our parents before you came along and ruined their awesomeness (we jest). Amongst the mesmerizing collection of vintage era fashions and hairstyles are a few recognizable or notable decor notes that caught our eyes that we've collected above…

  • Los Angeles
  • Gregory Han
  • November 23, 2009 09:45PM
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How to "Punch Up" This Chair?
Good Questions

Q: I recently inherited a 1920s couch and chair, but unfortunately it has the 1970s upholstery. I can't afford to have them reupholstered yet, but I was wondering what is the best way to either neutralize or punch it up.

  • Los Angeles
  • Gregory Han
  • November 23, 2009 08:15PM
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A Pop of Color Using Books In The Bedroom

112309-bedside-01.jpgWe love the idea of decorating with books because you're utilizing belongings you already have on hand. For instance, this small stack of hardback books in the bedroom instantly adds extra charm and color to the space.

  • Los Angeles
  • Beth Zeigler
  • November 23, 2009 06:45PM
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