Yep, it has recently been announced that Vanilla Ice of “Ice Ice Baby” fame (he was so cool when i was in the 3rd grade) is slated to have his own home improvement show on the DIY Network. Apparently, Vanilla has spent the last few years flipping houses, so now I guess he is a [...]
Archive of posts filed under the Inspiration category.
IKEA’s New Catalog Highlights
I swore off of IKEA for a few weeks after our move. I just couldn’t afford to keep going. Finally last weekend, I ended my self-imposed IKEA time-out. I drove over to Red Hook, Brooklyn and bought a bunch of little things that I needed for the apartment. It wasn’t glamorous, but it was nice [...]
Vote! To Paint Or Not To Paint (The Closet Doors)
A few weeks back I introduced you to the hallway/entryway to my new apartment. (Remember?) I still like what we have done, but I’m considering making an upgrade to the two closet doors directly off the hallway. I want to paint them a glossy dark gray or even black. What do you think? Vote or [...]
Decorating with a sense of humor
Over the weekend I was determined not to spend money. So it was probably a mistake to go the Brooklyn Flea on Saturday. I went with a friend and while both of us went in with the intention of “just looking,” we ended up walking out with bags. Oh well. After much rationalizing I ended [...]
The Kitchen – Finishing What I Started
We have been in our new place for a month now and we are still very much in the process of setting up everything. The living room, after much debate (and thanks for all your votes!) is painted a solid gray BUT will have molding added in the next few weeks. I’ll be sure to [...]
This Weekend: Tinto de Verano
Before we all go our separate ways this weekend, I want to share a recipe for a really nice summery drink. Its called Tinto de Verano and its a Spanish cocktail similar to Sangria but without the necessary soak time. Supposedly it is what Spaniards drink while tourists have Sangria ha ha. Its super simple [...]
Summer at the Beverly Hills Hotel
Its been a really hot summer. And while I sit inside huddled next to my little air conditioning unit, I imagine a more glamorous way to spend the summer…far far away from Brooklyn. How about the famous Beverly Hills Hotel? Ok, that might be out of my price range, but the famous hotel (also known [...]
Vote! To Paint or Not To Paint (The Molding)
Here’s a sneak peak of the living room in our new apartment…remember the “before” shot? Its not quite ready for a full unveiling, but once we paint, we will be much closer to a finished room. We have chosen our color: Stonington Gray by Benjamin Moore. Its a nice warm gray so it should work [...]
Table Settings – A Poor Girl’s Fantasy
Lately I’ve been dreaming of having a party and the guests being wowed by my lovely table-scape. Of course my friends are really more of the beer and BBQ kind, but its just a personal dream of mine. Alas doing a wonderful table setting means actually owning things like table clothes, matching dishes and other [...]
For Your Consideration: Vintage Scarves
Wall looking plain and boring? Not sure what it needs? Then might I suggest vintage silk scarves. These scarves are a throwback to the days when Betty Drapers walked the earth. They may feel too grandmother-y to actually wear (depends on your style), but when they are laid flat and framed you can really appreciate [...]
Great News For Domino Lovers!!!
No, Domino isn’t coming back (yet), but this is a step in the right direction. It has just been announced that an archive of all of Domino Magazine’s articles will be included in the new relaunch of Brides.com. They have already begun posting them! From the editor-in-chief of Brides.com I’m also thrilled to announce that [...]
Design Star Episode 2 – Battle of the Sexes and a Battle with my Conscience
This week the challenge was a fashion-inspired battle of the sexes. Each designer got to pick a look ranging from a tailored suit to a wedding dress. Then the women and men were grouped together and each assigned an apartment to decorate. Each designer was responsible for making sure that their look was represented in [...]
The Illustrious History of Breton Stripes
Stripes seem to be everywhere right now! I have sworn off of buying any more striped shirts because 1) I think I might be addicted to them and 2) it seems that everyone else walking down the street also has a striped shirt on. Just search the word “nautical” on Urban Outfitter’s site and you [...]
