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Need tip for Zurich design shop

By readjulia Thumb4_medium

A friend of mine just got married and is setting up home in Zurich -- I wondered if anyone could recommend any cool home furnishing/design shops in Zurich where I can get her a gift certificate as a wedding present? I'd prefer to do it online, of course...a quick Google search wasn't popping up any quick suggestions. »MORE

May 16, 2008
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Interior Design Problem - Hole of Death (or at least injury)

By Talia Family_room_medium

I need some advice (please)!  The house I bought had a cut-out between the office and the family room, with home-made stairs connecting the two spaces (there's a height difference of about 3').  To make best use of both rooms we've removed the stairs and want to close off this gaping hole (1 1/2' deep, 6 1/2' high, 3 1/2' wide).  Currently the hole is a bit of a hazard, but luckily we don't have any toddlers running around to plummet off the edge.  My dog likes to jump through it onto the couch below, so I think she’ll miss... »MORE

May 16, 2008
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The Wooden Mirror

By DIY Maven Wooden%20mirror

Daniel Rozen's wooden mirror is nothing less than remarkable. It's a collection of 830 tiny wooden panels that are connected to a camera and controlled by a computer. The panels flip with the help of tiny motors and use shadow to 'reflect' images that pass by. My simplistic explanation pales in comparison to the mirror in action. (I love the sound it makes too.) Via. »MORE

May 16, 2008
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DIYable Remote Control Pocket Pillow

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This pillow from kstudio comes with a clicker pocket. Perfect for those who like to curl up with their remote, it's totally DIYable. The original, available at Design Public, does have a cool clicker graphic but it'll set you back 116 bucks too. »MORE

May 16, 2008
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Free Vintage Laundry Bag Pattern

By DIY Maven Laundrybag

Go old school with this vintage laundry bag pattern. Besides being a great place to stash your dirty undies, it would be a perfect way to keep diapers at hand in the nursery. Materials needed: 3/4 yard printed cotton J. & P. Coats Percale Bias Trim, single fold one coat hanger thread Directions for cutting: cut one piece of the cotton into 18" x 36" cut two pieces of the cotton into 7" x 17 1/2" Directions of assembly: Head on over to TipNut for complete instructions. »MORE

May 16, 2008
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Placemat Hack: Flaptop Laptop Cover

By ModHomeEcTeacher Laptopflaptop_093

  Finally a use for colorful, rectangular placements available at World Market!  Here's a tutorial you can follow to make some jazzy padded laptop covers for yourself or for gifts.  You'll need a little more than basic sewing skills to do this, but it's worth the time and it's very customize-able.  With some patience and  desire,  you'll be the envy of all your Black-Nylon-Canvas-Cased Friends.  what you need: sewing machine thread, scissors, seam ripper three placemats, padding for interior or quilted lining fabric lining fabric fabric for boxing and pockets (I used leather from a vintage coat) fusible webbing magnetic closure or velcro... »MORE

May 15, 2008
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Murphy Bed

By sillygirl Hautegreen

Does anyone know how to make a murphy bed or where you can find some cheap ones? I know you can get the mechanical mechanism but turning that into a piece of functional furniture is another story. Thanks! »MORE

May 15, 2008
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Decorate your dirt.

By DIY Maven Gt030_pebblepots1_l

Martha has a tip on decorating the dirt of your indoor plants with pebbles. Of course Martha couldn’t just dump the rocks on top like I do; no, she has to arrange them in concentric circles. I must admit, the effect looks pretty cool. I bow to the master. »MORE

May 15, 2008
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Turn Your Old Blue Jeans into a Quilt

By DIY Maven P_100913175

Here's a great way to make use of all your old blue jeans: turn them into a funky quilt! Although in quilting circles, this project would be labeled 'easy' it's still a significant project. Well worth the effort, considering the outcome. See the entire tutorial on All People Quilt dot com. »MORE

May 15, 2008
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15 Alternative Uses for Baby Wipes (Complete with a bonus tip on how to make your own!)

By DIY Maven 419_2bv4wldol__sl500_aa280_pibundle-8_topright_0_0_aa280_sh20_

Baby wipes are kind of like duct tape. Even if you don’t have a baby in the house or repair duct work on a regular basis, it’s not a bad idea to have both on hand. Books have been written extolling the versatility of our favorite grey tape, but if you haven’t heard about the awesome power of the butt wipe, here’s some alternative uses: Water-less pet baths for Fido or Fluffy. Remove crayon marks from painted walls, woodwork and furniture. They’re great for quick clean-ups on surfaces in the bathroom, car or even office. Remove stains from clothes, furniture... »MORE

May 15, 2008
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How To Make a Hand Drawn Repeated Pattern.

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Julia Rothman shares ideas for making a tile-able design, even out of quite complex drawing with lions and vines! First, draw your pattern on the middle of the page. Then cut the drawing in half, and tape the blank sides together. Repeat by cutting in half horizontally, and then tape. Fill in the open space with art, and you're on your way. Awesome, awesome, awesome. This is the stuff that makes me drool. »MORE

May 15, 2008
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How To Clean an Aquarium.

By Chrisjob Fishtank-1

  Curbly's featured some incredible fish tanks over the last year - here, here, and here - but one has to keep it sparkly to ensure its continued awesomeness. HowToCleanThings offers a natural way to keep your aquarium spotless. Just remember, as they say, "water+electricity = death". Siphon on!   »MORE

May 15, 2008
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Pimp My (Toddler's) Ride.

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Hemi Housewife wasn't quite satisfied with the baby blue and orange of her son's Little Tykes cruiser, so she spiced it up. Twice. Then, check out the other models, particularly this Hawaiian coupe. Via Crafty Crafty.   »MORE

May 15, 2008
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Preview-2008 International Contemporary Furniture Fair

By ModHomeEcTeacher Redlamp

Ready or not, the 2008 International Contemporary Furniture Fair will open May 17 and run through the 20th at the Javit Center in New York City.  Celebrating it's 20th year, the ICFF is a melting pot of designers, young and old, local and international, nervous and confident.  This is a show I've wanted to go to for years.  Designboom  hosts a group exhibition featuring designers from around the world.  If you visit the show, you can meet the designers and get to know their work.  I see a few pieces that are DIY-able, with a few changes. I might try... »MORE

May 14, 2008
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Shredded Paper Furniture

By DIY Maven Detail4

Jens Praet takes shredded paper, mixes it with resin and then compresses the fusion into molds and pops out furniture, which he describes as useful objects with ‘a new dignity.’One Day Paper Waste - Table, made of shredded confidential documents, resin, hardened glass plate. One Day Paper Waste - Cabinet, made of shredded confidential documents, resin and aluminum handles. Shredded Paper Storage, made of shredded confidential documents and black resin. Via Dezeen. »MORE

May 14, 2008
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How to Make Vista Look Like XP and Vice Versa.

By DIY Maven Windows-vista

I, for one, have not made the switch from XP to Vista, nor do I plan to. But I do have to admit, there are some cool features of Vista that I wouldn’t mind having. Adam Pash over at Lifehacker has an excellent article that describes how you can incorporate some of Vista’s best attributes into XP including a better Explorer, the Snipping Tool (for screen shots) and Flip 3D, just to name a few.But let’s say you’ve already made the switch to Vista and are nostalgic for XP. No worries. Check out the video on Cnet to help you... »MORE

May 14, 2008
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