Kelley & Matt’s 100 Year Old Apartment
Name: Kelley and Matt Location: Salisbury, North Carolina I live in a very old apartment with beautiful windows and 13′ ceilings with my boyfriend, Matt. I’m a graphic designer and Matt’s in web marketing and our workplaces are about an hour and a half apart. When we decided to move-in together, our options were a little limited by geography. Matt and I chose this 100+ year old apartment in downtown Salisbury, NC for our first go at co-habitation.
Aug 18, 2014
Jocelyn’s Multi-Purpose Nursery for Kids & Adults Alike
Name: Jocelyn, mom of Griff (3) and Lila (8mos) Location: Tribeca, New York City Room Size: 150 square feet The great thing about Jocelyn’s nursery is that it is as completely engaging for kids as it is for adults. Jocelyn has managed to create a kid oasis without overloading the room with too many kid-centric items. When Jocelyn and her husband moved into this loft apartment, they had no kids and the space had a completely different feel.
Aug 18, 2014
Cast Iron: Truth vs Myth
(Image credit: Faith Durand) From The Kitchn → 5 Myths of Cast Iron Cookware
Aug 18, 2014
8 Surprising Uses for Tea Tree Oil at Home
Tea tree oil (or malaleuca if you’re fancy) is widely thought to have antimicrobial and antiseptic properties. While many people use it for health & beauty issues, it’s also quite useful around the house. Unlike other household products, it’s also safe and natural. All-Purpose Cleaner: Fill a spray bottle with water and add a few teaspoons of oil. Shake vigorously and spray to clean and disinfect.
Aug 18, 2014
Before & After: An Antique Trunk Picks Up Steam
Breanna’s parents pickedup this trunk for her at an antique show for only $10. What a great deal for such a multi-purpose, handsome piece! She added one simple element and is now using this antique in a whole new way. We can never get enough of coffee tables with storage — they’re so perfect for small spaces — and the addition of a sturdy top really takes the classic trunk table up a notch.
Aug 18, 2014