The Latest: Jun 28, 2014

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Maria’s Playful & Polka Dot Home

Name: Maria Location: Washington, DC Coming by this place was a happy surprise. I was looking for something close to work, in another area of the city — where things are smaller and more expensive. When the house I had my eye on did not work out, I decided to branch out and found this apartment. I fell in love with how big and bright it is. I move every few years for work, so that poses opportunities and challenges.

Adrienne Breaux

Jun 28, 2014

Before & After: A Corner Work Space Gets a Striped & DIY Update

Amy’s home office functioned just fine before. But, being located in a corner of her living room, she didn’t want it to feel temporary or look blah. So she tackled a considerable amount of mini and large DIY projects to add some stylish detail to this small corner. From Amy: To make it more functional, I added shelves above the desk to increase storage space. Keeping with the theme of gold accents, I spray painted the brackets gold in addition to some of the other desk decor.

Adrienne Breaux

Jun 28, 2014

DIY Faux Card Catalog Cabinet

Do you love the look of card catalog cabinets but hate how impractical the storage is? So did Michelle and her husband Nate of the blog Decor and the Dog (dog Ike pictured above!). So they designed a cabinet that would offer more storage flexibility but give the look of a faux card catalog cabinet. And they’ve shared the instructions on how to make your own!

Adrienne Breaux

Jun 28, 2014

Before & After: From Trash Heap to Shabby Chic!

This table with its great and unique shape was destined for the trash. It had a water-damaged top and was definitely taking the description “shabby chic” a little too far! But a clean-up and a refresh makes it a perfect addition to any stylish room. From Karen: This table was a garbage day find and in dire need of repair and TLC. We removed the water damaged particle board table top and replaced it with a new piece of wood.

Adrienne Breaux

Jun 28, 2014