I made a couple of table runners (simply 1/3 the width of the table and long enough to drape on both sides) for my coffee and kitchen table. I'm super crafty, but when it comes to sewing or pretty much anything to do with fabric I hardly ever measure before hand so I always severely over estimate. Now I have more than two yards (probably close to three) of two different colors of burlap and I'm … [Read more...]
Design Dictionary- Caryatid
I am loving this new series, Design Dictionary, put on Decor Arts Now. I'm learning so much about all these terms. Today's is Caryatid. Apparently this is a term used to describe using a female figure in art. Looking through some pictures it doesn't have to be the whole body, as long as it has a face you're pretty much good. CARYATID ”care-ee-ah-tid”: Sculpted support in the form of a female … [Read more...]
Outdoor Man Caves
The man cave is a place where someone can get away from the day-to-day hassles of life. It's more of a state of mind than where it is or what is in it. The most important thing to remember when you're setting up a man cave for yourself, or someone you love, is to grab things that you know will appeal year round, things that won't distract but will soothe the man beast into a state of complacency … [Read more...]
How To- Install a Screened in Porch
Home Depot- Screened In Porch(click to play) I'm siting here listening to my kids play outside and I realize that whether I like it or not spring is here. Now most of the time I would be thrilled, but where I live, spring leads to summer, and the summers are brutal. Also, spring brings a huge change in my life, a change I'm not sure I'm ready for. However if today was any other day and I lived … [Read more...]
Washi Tape Projects For Beautiful Home
Just a few posts ago, we showed you some options for removable wallpaper, but maybe that's not your style, yet you still need something that's only semi-permanent to decorate your home. Here is a slide show put together by Apartment Therapy of some washi tape projects. Completely personalized style done by you on as big or small a scale as you're looking to create. Here are a few links to show … [Read more...]
Modern Day Door Stops
Everyone needs a good door stop now and again, but who likes those ugly brown wedges that you kick under the door way? Rather than find something else to to shove under the doorway, and possibly ruin, take a look at some humorous modern door stops. Here is a slide show for some door stops that are sure to please you and everyone who is passing by. Appartment Therapy did a post about these … [Read more...]
The Best Removable Wallpaper
If you're like us, renting may be the option for you. Or you may be someone who has commitment issues. A permanent decorative option may not be for you. Or you could be someone who isn't quite sure how they feel about wallpaper. It doesn't matter which category you fall under, this removable wallpaper is a great idea for any reason. Here are some sites to check out for purchasing … [Read more...]
10 Stylish Floating Staircases
Happy Monday Tub Connection Readers! Check out these floating stair cases! Some of them look really fun, others make me a little nervous. I think if I were to build one, or should I say, make Mr. Sthole build one, I think I would have to have the banister. I especially like the floating bookshelf (shown above). Either way, they all look pretty awesome. I'm not sure I could handle them. I … [Read more...]
Inspiration- Attic Rooms
The attic can be a nice addition to the home, but do you use it as storage or as an additional room? Here are 30 photos to help you get some inspiration for your attic rooms from Bob … [Read more...]
Design Dictionary- Caning
Used in furniture making caning can be also in fashion. Easily confused with wicker, Caning is a method of weaving using long narrow strips of peeled bark or skin of a rattan vine. This is used typically to construct seats and chair back. Caning originated in India and became widespread in the 19th century. Caning applies to specifically weaving with rattan bark with a distinct open pattern … [Read more...]
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