Category Archives: Design

Must Have: ModKat Litter Box

Posted on May 29, 2009 by Anne

I know Cheddar wants this litter box.  The only question is… which color?

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Sideboarding

Posted on March 29, 2009 by Anne

I found this sideboard on eBay a few weeks ago and I’ve decided it’s pretty much the most gorgeous piece of furniture ever. $2550 is a bit steep, but in reality, for the condition and quality of the furniture it’s … Continue reading →

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Teawares

Posted on March 23, 2009 by Anne

Got this new FORLIFE brew-in-mug teaware last week in Austin and I’ve been using it every night with some herbal tea. Loose tea is sexier than bagged tea. Even when all you do is cut open the bag…

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FLORing

Posted on October 15, 2008 by Anne

I ordered a bunch of FLOR samples to help me decide about the rug for the living room.  The final rug choice turned out pretty well (I think) and today I put those samples to good use…  Cat litter mat … Continue reading →

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Wood Grain Contact Paper

Posted on October 4, 2008 by Anne

Remember how I was bored with my light-colored wood veneer shelving units?  Well, my family talked me out of my crazy idea to paint them and a few hours of Apartment Therapy browsing gave me the idea to cover the … Continue reading →

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Scratch that

Posted on July 30, 2008 by Anne

New plan for household revitalization that doesn’t involve spending as much $$: DIY.  I’m going to paint the laminate shelving unit that I hate.  I realized I don’t actually hate the unit itself.  I hate moving it (and have vowed … Continue reading →

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Furniture Fun

Posted on July 28, 2008 by Anne

I’m itching to buy furniture again.  I sold my table and chairs because we never used them, and now I’m contemplating a pair of chairs.  While Ikea appeals to my wallet, I’m lusting after this chair from Room & Board… … Continue reading →

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Snapware Glass Lock

Posted on April 4, 2008 by Anne

I picked up one of these Snapware GlassLock containers at Bed Bath and Beyond this past weekend and I’m already smitten. Basically it functions like tupperware except it’s a glass bowl and a silicon lid. Read: no scary plastic chemicals … Continue reading →

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Helvetica

Posted on October 1, 2007 by Anne

Nevermind about that not posting business. I’ve been inspired again…. I finally saw Helvetica at the IFC Center. A movie about a font. But Helvetica is not just any font. It’s ubiquitous and elegant and modern and universal and clean … Continue reading →

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A West Village Home

Posted on July 25, 2007 by Anne

As promised, pictures of my apartment and a floor plan to help guide your tour. The slideshow is here. You can use Floorplanner to make a plan for your space.

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