The Latest: Nov 10, 2014

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Susan’s Colorful Cabinet of Curiosities

Name: Susan Harlan, English professor at Wake Forest University, + dog Millie Location: Winston-Salem, North Carolina Size: 2,000 square feet Years lived in: 1 year, 4 months; owned While sitting on a beach in Santa Barbara, Susan recalled the rooms of the house she had just decided to buy in North Carolina. She had with her some paint decks, and it was there under the California sun that she selected the paint colors for her new home, site unseen.

Tamara Gavin

Nov 10, 2014

‘Jolie Laide’ and the Very French Art of Appreciating Imperfection

It’s funny how sometimes a phrase can change its meaning as you change your mindset. That is, its definition and significance remain the same and suddenly you realize that you’re the one who has come to better understand it. Such was the case recently when I was reminded of a French term I learned and thought I understood long ago: jolie laide.

Jennifer Hunter

Nov 10, 2014

Quick Fix: A Cheap & Easy Solution for Slamming Doors

I’ll admit to it. Every now and then in the heat of the moment, I’ve been know to slam the occasional door. So perhaps when this tip showed up in my inbox from my S.O., it wasn’t so much as a tip, but a hint. In an effort to keep the peace, literally, I’m going to give this quick tip a whirl.

Kimber Watson

Nov 10, 2014

Before & After: Baby Crib Repurposed Into a Headboard

Lucy didn’t have a headboard. And she didn’t have a crib. But when she saw one being thrown away by neighbors the wheels started turning and she snatched it up. But how to make it into a colorful headboard for herself? Clue: she didn’t use paint. Lucy shares: Dilemma: I didn’t have a headboard for my bed, but I also didn’t have the money to spend on one. Solution: My neighbors threw out pieces of a baby crib by the dumpster in my alley. They saw trash.

Carrie McBride

Nov 10, 2014

Before & After: A Vintage Veneer Rescue

Steph was in the market for a little record cabinet and found this veneered chipboard ‘60s cabinet. The varnish was shot — scratched, faded, and bubbling where it had been left in the rain — and the veneer had chipped off in a couple places. Never fear! Handy Steph worked her magic and performed a wood resuscitation. From Steph: I replaced the broken veneer with pieces of new blackwood veneer, sanded off the old finish, and gave the cabinet a varnish all over.

Jennifer Hunter

Nov 10, 2014

The Fastest Way to Make Uniform Apple Slices for Apple Pie

(Image credit: Stephanie Barlow) From The Kitchn → The Fastest Way to Make Uniform Apple Slices for Apple Pie

Apartment Therapy

Nov 10, 2014