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Chunky Wool Blankets to Buy or DIY

At the top of my wish list for this fall is a giant chunky knit wool blanket. I keep seeing them on Scandinavian design blogs, and every time I do I take a minute and imagine how wonderful it would feel to be snuggled up underneath a blanket that feels like a giant wool sweater for your entire body. So I’ve hunted down a few sources for these enormous lovelies, and also a few DIYs for those of you brave (and talented!) enough to make your own.

Nancy Mitchell

Oct 2, 2014

10 Ways to Use Your Salad Spinner (Besides Salad)

(Image credit: Christine Gallary) From The Kitchn → 10 Alternative Uses for Your Salad Spinner

Apartment Therapy

Oct 2, 2014

An Artist’s 1963 A-frame Luxe Lodge

Name: Desanka N. Fasiska Location: Hollywood Hills; Los Angeles, California Size: 832 square feet. The property has a lot size of 2,454 square feet. Years Lived In: One; owned. Welcome to Lux Lodge, the inspirational Hollywood Hills home of artist, fashion consultant, and designer, Desanka N. Fasiska. A 1963 A-frame home redesigned by Desanka, it’s filled with her discerning creative touches.

Bridget Pizzo

Oct 2, 2014

Bold Architecture Meets Eclectic Style in a Stunning D.C. Home

Name: Sophia and Sebastian Black Location: Washington DC Size: 3,000 square feet Years lived in: 28 years owned The Blacks have the type of house that engages even the passersby. Sophia and Sebastian built their house in the late eighties on a beautiful and coveted piece of land overlooking a valley; the house itself has as much artfulness as the spaces inside. [Even while I was there for this house tour, two pedestrians happened to stop and tell the homeowners how much they loved the house!

Caitlyn Cartlidge

Oct 2, 2014

Before & After: Sone Pulls a Quick Change on This Vintage Basset Beauty

Sone found this vintage Basset dresser at a magical-sounding place called the Mid-Century Furniture Warehouse. It needed some TLC but she was up for the challenge. From Sone: The original veneer on the top and sides needed a little TLC, but it was the perfect size and the exact statement piece we were looking for. Once we got it home I knew immediately that it needed to be brightened up. However, I didn’t want to cover up all of the walnut, just mask the imperfections.

Jennifer Hunter

Oct 2, 2014

The Smartest Small Space Storage Solutions for Your Kitchen

(Image credit: Apartment Therapy) From The Kitchn → 7 Smart Food Storage Solutions for Small Kitchens

Apartment Therapy

Oct 2, 2014