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Have You Ever Seen These?

By erika

created at: 2009/11/14

I just bought these chrome stacking candleholders at a thrift store. Has anyone ever seen them before? I can't tell if they are old or new....

There are 3 pieces there that you can move around and rearrange into different possitions.

November 14, 2009
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Where to find these lamps?

By erika

I was just thumbing through the new Toast Uk home catalog and thought the lamps in this photo were pretty awesome. Does anyone know where to find such lamps?

created at: 2009-03-16

March 16, 2009
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Second Hand So Cal

By erika

created on: 02/09/09

When I first moved to California we lived in Oceanside for awhile so I will start there with DAV. We then moved up the coast to San Clemente where you will find Laura's House of Treasures and The Salvation Army , my 2 favorites down there. A little further up the Road you will find a St Vincent dePaul (not the best one tho) and a couple of others not worth mentioning.

Up the 405 to Laguna Hills you will find another St Vincent dePaul. My favori » READ MORE

February 09, 2009
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How can I acheive this aged look?

By erika

I really like this aged/weathered abstract art. Does anyone know how to achieve the look? Do you know of any good information resources?

via jen bradfordcreated on: 06/12/08

June 12, 2008
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Looking for some San Franscico Treats

By erika

created on: 05/09/08I'm looking for cool things to do in San Franscico. Is there anything designy or artsy or crafty? Something less touristy? Some cool shopping spots?

May 09, 2008
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Noguchi sofa table?

By erika I saw this table as a tall sofa table 2 years ago at a store in the mid west. Has anyone else ever seen it as a tall sofa table on the net or in So Cal?
December 04, 2007
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Does anyone know where to find napkin rings like this without having to roast 12 chickens?

By erika Martha Stewert
November 15, 2007
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I'm moving to Seattle and need advice

By erika Fellow Seattle-ites, tell me all about your city! We are moving to Seattle for a minimum of 6 months for a new project and I know nothing about the city! What is a good neighborhood to get a nice apartment? Perhaps a furnished executive suite so I don't have to buy new furniture? Is there a loft district? Or an artists district? Is there an area that is more eco-friendly than another? Or an area that is kid friendly without being dirty? One with » READ MORE
August 31, 2007
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Cute Pull Toy

By erika Does anyone know where I can find the wiener dog pull toy inĀ  this picture?
August 07, 2007
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Vintage Belt Floor Mat

By erika

I have been looking for a nice floor mat for my desk chair. I wanted to find a way to avoid that nasty plastic thing you get from office stores. And low and behold- I found this friggin awesome rug made from old belts! I know i could totally DIY this using old belts (I happen to have a ton on hand since giving birth. I don't think I will ever be a size 2 again) I think perhaps a piece of vinyl flooring and then somehow liquid nail on the belts an » READ MORE

June 25, 2007
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