The Latest: Aug 28, 2013

Welcome to the hub for accessing all our latest posts! Easily sort through content by date to quickly find what you’re looking for — you’ll never miss out on the latest updates here.

Brown vintage sofa with floral cushion on concrete, labeled "before."

Before & After: John’s Craigslist Miracle

John had been searching for an Adrian Pearsall style sofa for a long time. As he was scouring Craigslist one day, he came across an ad that simply said, “Vintage Couch – $60.” Luckily, he took a chance and found this amazing (though horribly upholstered) sofa. From John: Because I’d been researching this style of sofa for months, I was pretty sure it wasn’t a real Pearsall, but I didn’t care. I’m not a label whore.

Jennifer Hunter

Aug 28, 2013

Building Community: 5 Great Ways to Meet Your Neighbors

It’s been only a few weeks since I made the big move south to Atlanta and meeting new people and making friends with the neighbors is very high on my list of things to do. I’ve just moved from a city I love, where I had a circle of friends who lived within 5 blocks, so to put it bluntly, I’m having a difficult time adjusting. I’m struggling with making new friends and meeting my neighbors.

Joelle Alcaidinho

Aug 28, 2013

A Modern Mix in Austin

Name: Designer Allison Burke, with architect husband Ryan and hound dog Blue Jay Location: French Place/Cherrywood; Austin, Texas Size: 1600 square feet Years lived in: 3.5 years; Owned Allison Burke is a designer with 13 years of experience in high-end residential, small scale commercial and craft-driven interiors. It’s not surprising the home she shares with her architect husband is a modern mix of white walls, pops of color and purposeful accessories.

Adrienne Breaux

Aug 28, 2013

Quick Dinners: Stir Fry Freezer Meals

(Image credit: Emma Christensen) From The Kitchn → How To Make Stir-Fry Freezer Meals

Carrie McBride

Aug 28, 2013