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3 Ways You May Be Ruining Your Knives
(Image credit: Apartment Therapy) • 3 Ways You May Be Ruining Your Knives The Kitchn
Cambria Bold
May 15, 2013
Make a Memorabilia Tray
Party expert David Stark shared this DIY project with us to turn imagery you love (photos, pages from favorite books, etc.) into a fabulous serving tray. Use the tray for your partyand give it to your guest of honor as a souvenir! • Make a Memorabilia Tray Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
May 15, 2013
Porcelain Pens: The “It” DIY Tool
Your toilet should be really excited, or very, very afraid. Because porcelain paint pens put fun and custom DIY projects in the palm of your hand. The possibilities are endless, especially with the tabletop. • The “It” DIY Tool Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
May 14, 2013
New Recipes from The Kitchn
(Image credit: Emma Christensen) • New from The Kitchn The Kitchn
Cambria Bold
May 14, 2013
A Toast to Gatsby: Champagne Mint Julep
(Image credit: Apartment Therapy)Last week the alluring Jay Gatsby and his dazzling Daisy hit the box office in Hollywood’s latest version of The Great Gatsby. On Sunday, moms everywhere got to celebrate. That means a delicious 10-Minute Happy Hour just for you. • Champagne Mint Julep The Kitchn
Cambria Bold
May 13, 2013
7 Vegetarian Cooking Blogs To Read Now
(Image credit: Apartment Therapy) • 7 Vegetarian Cooking Blogs The Kitchn
Cambria Bold
May 13, 2013
A Visit to Twenty-Four Blackbirds
(Image credit: Apartment Therapy) Santa Barbara has great wine and Mexican food, but have you heard there’s a bean-to-bar chocolate maker producing some insanely good chocolate? Look out, Willy Wonka! There’s a new mad chocolate scientist around! • Twenty-Four BlackbirdsTour The Kitchn
Cambria Bold
May 10, 2013
Q&A with The Balcony Gardener
Isabelle Palmer is the founder of the online shopThe Balcony Gardenerand author ofThe Balcony Gardener. She was kind enough to answer a few questions to help urban gardeners create green spaces to call their own. • QA with Isabelle Palmer Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
May 10, 2013
Tile Trend: Pattern!
Last week Nancy attended Coverings, the annual show featuring tile and stone from all over the world. One of the biggest trends was a myriad of patterned tiles. Take a look… • Tile Trend: Pattern! Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
May 10, 2013
Using Lab Beakers in the Kitchen
(Image credit: Apartment Therapy)I’m married to a scientist, so the fact that I haven’t thought of this until now is kind of embarrassing.Lab beakers are actuallyperfectprep tools for cooking! Here are 3 reasons why: • Lab Beakers in the Kitchen The Kitchn
Cambria Bold
May 10, 2013
Small Space Solution: Pegboard
One of the tricks of living in small homes and apartments is making good use of your vertical space — maximizing wall potential and increasing storage. Good ‘ol pegboard is a go-to for every room in the house. • Pegboard Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
May 9, 2013
Matte Black Kitchen & Dining Products
(Image credit: Cambria Bold)I absolutely love the smooth chicness of anything matte black in the kitchen. With so much that’s already shiny in that room, I find matte textures a welcome diversion. • Matte Black Kitchen Dining Products The Kitchn
Cambria Bold
May 9, 2013
Daniela & Damon’s History-Filled Home
Name: Daniela, Damon and Sidonie Burton (17 months)Location: Newport, Rhode IslandSize: 1,200 square feetYears lived in: 4 years; owned While a young Czech girl spent her summers at a family cottage built by her great-grandfather in the country outside of Prague, playing hide and seek with her great-grand mum and eating cherries right off the tree, halfway around the globe a young Florida boy, immersed in the world of NASA, was developing a lifelong love of space travel.
Jacqueline Marque
May 8, 2013
Beyond Etsy: 5 Handmade Marketplaces
We’re all well aware of Etsy, the leading online marketplace for handcrafted items. It may be the most popular marketplace but it’s not the only one. Here are 5 more options for handmade goods. • More Handmade Marketplaces Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
May 8, 2013
Foxes at the Table
I don’t have antlers on my wall. I love owls and sparrows, but don’t own any bird decor. But foxes? Well, they might be my wildlife trend weakness, especially when they’re on dishes as nice as these. • Foxes at the Table Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
May 7, 2013
15 Best Make-Ahead Brunch Recipes
(Image credit: Apartment Therapy)We’re bringing you a round-up of all our favorite make-ahead brunch recipes today, just in time for Mother’s Day — or whatever plans you may have next weekend. • 15 Best Make-Ahead Brunch Recipes The Kitchn
Cambria Bold
May 7, 2013
Aimee, Rene and Max’s Sweet and Sophisticated Family Home
Name: Aimee, Rene and Max Location: Park Slope; Brooklyn, New York Size: 1100 square feet Years lived in: 1.5 years; Rented Aimee and her husband, Rene, recently readjusted their Park Slope home to accommodate baby Max, the newest addition to the family. Rene’s a chef and Aimee works as an Account Analyst in Apparel Production, so putting together a beautiful, warm home with plenty of style came naturally to this creative couple.
Liana Hayles Newton
May 7, 2013
Modern 3-Legged Stools
All good things come in threes. The Three Stooges. The Three Musketeers.Hanson. So naturally these three legged stools are pretty darn great. Maybe not as great as Hanson but what is? • Modern 3-Legged Stools Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
May 6, 2013
Before & After: Revisited Old Tricycle
This is what Will had to say about the project: The personal drive to restore the tricycle stems from a general interest I have in refurbishing old, half rusted and seized treasures from the past. This is particularly true when it comes to bicycles (or here a tricycle). As it is, I’m looking at two half assembled bikes both wearing the Wilmas brand and almost ready for their maiden voyage.
Dabney Frake
May 6, 2013
A Hot Pink & Glam Bridal Shower
(Image credit: Apartment Therapy)Last weekend my sister and I threw our younger sister a bridal shower, and it was a chance to indulge our love for all things hot pink and glam, and make some tasty food, too. • A Hot Pink Glam Bridal Shower The Kitchn
Cambria Bold
May 3, 2013
Before & After: A Sad Dresser Gets a Second Chance
Sarah took her chances on a very typical dresser at Goodwill — you know, the ones that are a dime a dozen and often get passed up by everyone. Follow me after the jump to see the incredible transformation that turned this sad little piece into a unique gem… She first sanded down all the old paint (always test for lead first) and then stained it with a lovely Mahogany Gloss Stain.
Alysha Findley
May 3, 2013
Reno Diary: Installing Kitchen Tile
Andi has been renovating her SF kitchen and it’s time to put in new tile! Get a behind-the-scenes look at the process including her last minute decision to change the grout color. • Installing Kitchen Tile Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
May 2, 2013
How To Make Quesadillas on the Stovetop
(Image credit: Apartment Therapy) • How To Make Quesadillas The Kitchn
Cambria Bold
May 2, 2013
The EWG’s 2013 Dirty Dozen List
(Image credit: Apartment Therapy)If you want to maximize your grocery shopping budget, the Environmental Working Group’s annual Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen lists are essential tools for figuring out when it is worth spending more for organic produce… • 2013 Dirty Dozen List The Kitchn
Cambria Bold
May 2, 2013
Budget Breakdown: Seth & Allison’s Kitchen Reno
Last week we unveiled Seth & Allison’snew kitchen. Now we’re digging deeper into their budget, comparing the final numbers with their projections. What cost less? What cost more? • Budget BreakdownApartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
May 1, 2013
The “I’m Sorry For What I Said When I Was Hungry” Card
(Image credit: Apartment Therapy) • I’m Sorry For What I Said When I Was Hungry The Kitchn
Cambria Bold
Apr 30, 2013
What Kitchen Light Would You Choose?
Which lighting would YOU choose for this kitchen? Just for fun we photoshopped out what the owners actually chose, so you can pick your ceiling light, and vote for your selection after the jump. • What Light Would You Choose Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Apr 30, 2013
Inspiration for Organizing Garden Supplies
If you are planning to garden this year, you probably have supplies that need organizing. Here are some creative storage ideas for a variety of spaces using things you might already have at home. • Organizing Garden Supplies Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Apr 30, 2013
Apps To Help Your Garden Grow
Whether you have a large plot or a tiny indoor garden here are a few tablet apps for the iPad, Android, and Windows 8 tablets focusing on plotting, planting, and nurturing a garden. • Apps To Help Your Garden Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Apr 29, 2013
A Visit To a Za’atar Farm in Lebanon
(Image credit: Apartment Therapy) • A Visit To a Za’atar Farm The Kitchn
Cambria Bold
Apr 29, 2013
A Sweet & Savory Dessert Bar Crostini
(Image credit: Apartment Therapy)Sometimes good ideas strike at the oddest of times. This early morning craving for chocolate and bread inspired my most recent party idea: a gathering where everyone builds their own dessert! • Dessert Bar Crostini The Kitchn
Cambria Bold
Apr 26, 2013
Before & After: Dated Dresser Redo
Not in love with a dated, brown dresser? Why not make it more brown? That’s the tack Ama Ryllis took to liven up this piece for her daughter’s bedroom. Ama Ryllis picked up this piece for $50 at a garage sale and gave it two coats of paint (and one of primer). She kept the original handles, but spiced them up with neon pink spray paint. These few small changes really make it fresh and chic, don’t you agree?You can see a few more photos on Ohoh Blog.Thanks Ama Ryllis!
Carrie McBride
Apr 26, 2013
Before & After: Revamped 1970s Plywood Chair
Everybody has at least one piece of old furniture in their attic, but how often do you actually do something with it? Lacker was rooting around in his and found this vintage chair from the 1970s. It was in decent shape, with a metal base and plywood seat. See how he gave it a second life, after the jump.Lacker says: I was on vacation and looking for something to do. When I saw this chair, I immediately thought of creating a new seat and chair back with pieces of veneer.
Dabney Frake
Apr 26, 2013
Claire & Jeffrey’s Reno: Let’s Talk Money
Last week we posted the impressive results of Claire & Jeffreys kitchen reno. This week, we’re going behind the scenes to answer the big question: how much did it all cost? • Kitchen Reno Budget Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Apr 26, 2013
Bee’s Wrap: An Alternative to Plastic Wrap
(Image credit: Apartment Therapy) Plastic wrap is just so convenient and there aren’t any good substitutes on the market. Until now. Bee’s Wrap is a fantastic new, organic, reusable product that will replace many of plastic wrap’s uses… • Bee’s Wrap: An Alternative to Plastic Wrap The Kitchn
Cambria Bold
Apr 26, 2013
Annual Guide to Outdoor Dining Tables
There are a lot of great options for outdoor tables in a range of modern styles. There are a couple of repeats here from previous years but all the others are brand new for 2013. •Outdoor Dining Tables Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Apr 25, 2013
A Smart, Cheap Garden for Small Spaces
(Image credit: Apartment Therapy)It’s high time to start a garden, but what if you have almost no outdoor space or, as in the case of this reader, Jean, clumsy roommates? Sew a hanging herb garden, that’s what. • A Smart, Cheap Garden for Small Spaces The Kitchn
Cambria Bold
Apr 25, 2013
Ralph & Julie’s Spacious Altbau in Berlin
Name: Ralph Martin and Julie von Kessel, their children Lulu (7) and James (3), and Tony the cat Location: Berlin-Kreuzberg, Germany Size: 175 square meters/1,884 square feet Years lived in: 2 years; rented The story of how novelist, journalist and ex-New Yorker Ralph acquired such a spacious, classic apartment in Berlin’s Kreuzberg neighborhood, with a rent that hasn’t been raised in over 20 years, is the stuff myths (and dreams) are made of.
Lydia Brotherton
Apr 25, 2013
Having a Party? A Guide to Outdoor Audio
Bring tech outside for your gatherings so you can all share the joyous sounds of music. Let’s talk about your options for bringing audio outdoors. • A Guide to Outdoor Audio Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Apr 25, 2013
How To Make Homemade Tortellini
(Image credit: Apartment Therapy)No matter how tricky these tortellini look right now, I guarantee you will feel like a serious pasta-making pro once you step up to the pasta roller and turn out your first tray. • How To Make Homemade Tortellini The Kitchn
Cambria Bold
Apr 25, 2013
Cathy’s Kitchen Before & After
(Image credit: Apartment Therapy) • Kitchen Before & After The Kitchn
Cambria Bold
Apr 24, 2013
Seth & Allison’s Reno Reveal
We’ve been following along withSeth and Allison’s Ventura, California renovationfor some time, and now that the work is over and the dust has settled, it’s time for the big reveal. • Seth Allison’s Reno Reveal Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Apr 24, 2013
Low Cost Ideas for a Spring Fling
We’ve been focused on getting our yards, patios and decks ready for warmer weather, but that’s only half of the equation. How about enjoying the fruits of your labor by throwing an outdoor party? • Outdoor Spring Fling Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Apr 23, 2013
Springtime Finds for Alfresco Dining
Eating outdoors adds an extra dimension to your meals. Enjoy the smells and the breeze while you nibble on lunch. There’s always time for a lawn game or two as well. • Alfresco Dining Finds Apartment Therapy
Carrie McBride
Apr 22, 2013
New Recipes from The Kitchn
(Image credit: Apartment Therapy)Is it 5:00 yet? Because the drinks and snacky bites from this past week are lookingmightytempting. Go full-on springtime with a strawberry gin smash and a plate of risotto studded with asparagus spears. Bring on cocktail hour! • New Recipes from The Kitchn The Kitchn
Cambria Bold
Apr 22, 2013
Jenna & Jeremy’s Handmade Row House
Name: Jeremy and Jenna Avellino Location: Old Kensington, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Size: 1,500 square feet Years lived in: 10 years; Owned When they first set eyes on this house ten years ago, Jenna and Jeremy knew they were facing the daunting prospect of numerous years of serious rehab work. While this might discourage most home buyers, Jenna and Jeremy leaped at the challenge. And now, finally, the fruits of their labors are blooming into a beautiful, welcoming home.
Bridget Pizzo
Apr 22, 2013
Cocktail Recipe: Pure Mexican Margarita
(Image credit: Apartment Therapy) • Pure Mexican Margarita The Kitchn
Cambria Bold
Apr 22, 2013
DIY Alcoholic Dippin’ Dots
(Image credit: Apartment Therapy)With their bright colors and futuristic appeal, Dippin’ Dots are a kid favorite at carnivals and beyond, but we’re much more interested in this adult-friendly update: alcoholic Dippin’ Dots! Gizmodo has the full step-by-step instructions: • DIY Alcoholic Dippin’ Dots The Kitchn
Cambria Bold
Apr 19, 2013