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Peaceful Bathroom Sanctuaries
Roundup

Thanksgiving is over. The family has left, the dishes (most of them) are done and now it is time to rest and recuperate before we do it all over again in one month. This weekend, take some time for yourself and wind down with a nice long bath.

Norah's Sweet and Sunny Nursery

Norah's mom Caroline says she smiles every time she walks by this room and we can certainly see why. The aquas, yellows, reds, oranges and pinks manage to be both vivid and soothing at the same time to create a feeling of warmth and calm...

Check out the full nursery tour on: Ohdeedoh

Win this 3107 Series 7 Chair from Karkula!
Holiday Giveaway 2009

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Name: 3107 Series 7 Chair
Store: Karkula
Value: $650

Description: Iconic Series 7 chair, designed in 1955 by Arne Jacobsen in natural beech laminated molded sliced veneer with satin chromed steel tube legs and black synthetic floor caps.

Black Friday: Winter Inspiration from Tine K Home

Many of us see Thanksgiving as a threshold into winter and the full-fledged holiday season. Today, we're there and we're looking to Denmark's Tine K Home for inspiration.

Curated Vintage Finds: The Perish Trust

Shop: The Perish Trust
Style: A carefully curated vintage wonderland
Typical Items: antique typewriters, dusty old books, miniature war heroes, original artwork, beautifully worn vintage furniture, Edison bulbs, amber glassed bottles, novelties from forgotten eras, wire cage pendant lamps
Price Range: $5-$1,000+

Do you struggle to get out of bed at 5am on Sunday to rifle through the rows and rows of antiques in Alameda? Do you wish that someone could just handpick the best finds for you from all the vintage stores in the Bay Area? Thanks to Kelly and Rod at The Perish Trust, your wishes have come true.

The Weekend Guide: Sales and Events
San Francisco 11.27.09

THIS WEEK
• Leslie Williamson at DWR
• Leftovers
• Celebration of Craftswomen
• Gallery 16
• Boneflowers
• Filzfelt
• Sanford Burrows
• G Select
• Propeller
• Homespun Craft Fair
• The Shade Store
• Y Lighting
• DZINE

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Inspiration: Wall Collection Christmas Tree Revisited

I tend to start decking the halls right after Thanksgiving to maximize my home's holiday cheer. Last year we showed you this amazing Christmas tree alternative by Dutch artist, Jane Schouten of All the Luck in the World. We love this approach to utilizing a collection to make a meaningful Christmas Tree. Here are some ideas to create your own wall tree with objects you might have around your home.

AB Chao Decorates a Nursery

Many of you may remember the fabulous handy work of AB Chao when she surprised her daughter, Madeleine, with a gorgeous room makeover. AB's designerly eye has now made its way to the nursery of a very lucky recipient: her friend's daughter, Marlo.

Check out the entire post on: Ohdeedoh

Roundup: Fabulous Built-ins

I am always clamoring for extra storage. And while my dream house always featured walk-in closets the size of my current living room, a few of these built-in beauties might make an appearance as well. All of this space would be perfect to store that divine collection of vintage linens and china for all the holiday dinner parties I would host.

After The Feast: Food Storage Containers

It never fails: the leftovers of Thanksgiving dinner. You’ll get by on the standard plastic containers or reseal-able bags. But purchasing nice, long-lasting and non-plastic containers will be a much wiser choice in the long run.

Creative Holiday Party Favors

We love giving little handmade tokens to guests at parties, but can often underestimate the cost or time involved. Here are some cute ideas for take-aways for your guests that have a handmade appeal, won't break the bank, and won't take a week to do!

Pretty Ugly Christmas Trees

It's early, we know. But inspiration proceeds action, so we thought we'd put these out there in case you're considering a less-than-perfect Christmas tree for holiday decor this year. We think these meager trees can be charming in their imperfection.

Retro Glam at Rob Roy

We were introduced to the cool 70's decor of Rob Roy by Seattle Homes & Lifestyles blog. Plenty of leather upholstery, chrome, glass, wallpaper and retro accessories make this cocktail bar both glam and funky. We're sold.

The Fall Cure: Sacred Space
Week 7 - Tips & Tricks

I couldn't resist resurrecting renngrrl's lovely bedroom from back in the Spring Cure.
A sanctuary, indeed! Love the dresser as bedside table.

• Cure Clock: 1.5 weeks to go
• Assignment: Read Week Seven: Sacred Space
• Members: 1,735

Last weekend, a full year after an allergist recommended it, my husband and I finally got around to covering our mattress and box spring with dust-mite-proof sleeves. While we were at it, we turned our mattress, vacuumed under and behind the bed, and washed our comforter and pillows. This full bed "cleanse" was long overdue.