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Posted on July 2 2011 by John Howell

Outdoors: Summer Swing from Loll

Minnesota-based Loll makes outdoor furniture and accessories from recycled plastic; we especially like the new Loll Swing, available in eight colors for $169 at Y Living.

Posted on June 30 2011 by John Howell

Walls, Windows & Floors: Luke Irwin Doves and Stripes Rug

Fourth of July makes us think of American flags, which makes us think of Luke Irwins Doves and Stripes Rug. The London-based rug designer was inspired by “a dream in which the stars of the American flag were transformed into white doves of peace”; for more information on Doves and Stripes (interesting fact: Barack Obama [...]

Posted on June 30 2011 by John Howell

Chulo Canyon Cave House: The Real “Man Cave”

You always said you wanted a man cave – one that was unique, different and cool. Now’s your chance to have a man cave that’s all of those things and more. Plus, it’s actually a cave! The Chulo Canyon Cave House in Bisbee, Arizona is on the market and waiting for the right buyer. While [...]

Posted on June 29 2011 by John Howell

Contemporary Crewel Embroidery

A traditional handicraft can add warmth and character to a space. A graphic Amish quilt suspended as a headboard, a braided rag rug anchoring the coffee table, Grandma’s crocheted, zig-zag throw draped over the arm of a club chair. Or colorful, textural crewel embroidery. As a young girl, I spent many an evening cranking out [...]

Posted on June 27 2011 by John Howell

DIY Decoupage Storage Pails

Here’s a fun DIY for you and the kids, from our Nursery and Kids Room Design Expert and Contributor, Sherri Blum. A pioneer specialist for children’s-room interior design, Sherri designs for celebrities, and for the baby next door. Let’s face it, most children’s rooms are small. And considering that these rooms usually hold more junk [...]

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