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How to Make a Modern Platform Bed for Under $100

By erinloechner

DIY Alert! Anna Sattler from DIY Life pointed me to an excellent tutorial for all of you platform-bed-lovers on a budget. Self-taught woodworking guru John tells us how to do it right here: MATERIALS: 2 x 4 x 96 - 10 pieces ($2.11 ea) 2 x 10 x 8 - 6 pieces ($7.99 ea) 3/4 x 49 x 97 MDF - 2 pieces ($22.99) deck screws wood glue (optional) TOOLS: miter saw circular saw power drill/drive Step-by-step instructions can be found right here. Happy building! »MORE

June 03, 2008

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DIY Photo Wall Update

By erinloechner

It's been awhile since I've checked out this tutorial (which is fabulous, by the way), and in doing so, I'm immediately reminded of Flickr member SimplyPhoto and her excellent photo wall. Want a wall similar to hers? No problem. WHAT YOU NEEDBinder clips, paperclips, mini-clothespins... the gamut. You can find these at any local craft or office supply store.Fishing wire, which you can find at any local sporting goods store.Two pushpins for each row of photos you wish to create. WHAT YOU DOIt's simple as pie. Wrap your fishing wire around one push pin and tie securely. Take the remaining... »MORE

May 12, 2008

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Think Spring? Think Clean.

By erinloechner

Spring cleaning is like my LEAST favorite thing to do in the entire world. So naturally, it's a good thing the brains over at Real Simple have created the MOTHER of all Spring Cleaning Tutorials. I've listed a few of my favorite tips below, but feel free to check out Real Simple's archives for more fabulous expert advice! WALLS Arrange furniture six inches from walls instead of flush against them so there will be fewer smudges from bumping to tend to later. You’ll also have easier access to dusty corners that need a visit from a dust mop. FLOORSEighty percent... »MORE

May 12, 2008

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Floral 101: Designing with Nature's Own

By erinloechner

One of the best ways to welcome summer into your home is to take a cue from nature itself: blooms, bouquets and bushes. But is it possible to create the floral look without feeling as if you live in a funeral home? We think so. Get creative with flowers and follow these easy steps: THINK FRESHSure, the easiest way to bring florals indoors is to arrange a nice bouquet of fresh flowers from the market or garden. When considering a bouquet, choose a similar or complementary color scheme. If you're going for a long/lean look, keep the stems and leaves... »MORE

May 12, 2008

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Do the Math: Your Carbon Footprint

By erinloechner

With everyone going green these days, how do you know when you're in the red? Is your carbon footprint a size 7 or a size 7,077? If you're like most people, you've probably never evaluated your lifestyle in terms of an actual carbon footprint. Sure, you recycle, and on a good day you'll bike to work, but how do you know if it's enough? Good thing Curbly has the scoop. I checked out CarbonFootprint.Com today to find out more about life in the green, and not suprisingly, a calculator does the dirty work for you! Simply input a few key... »MORE

May 07, 2008

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readers write: samantha hahn.

By erinloechner

Ok readers--- I need your help. My good friend Samantha Hahn (you may have seen her lovely Brooklyn bedroom in the latest eZine issue) has been working her tail off with some fabulous textiles and the result is FANTASTIC.My favorite patterns are here and here, but she's got a great range and some really impressive application photos. We've been in contact for a month now trying to get this biz off the ground, but I have ZERO experience in the textile industry. Is there a reader out there that can give Samantha the push she needs in the right direction?Contact... »MORE

April 18, 2008

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darren booth.

By erinloechner

How do you spell 'fabulous?' D-A-R-R-E-N. B-O-O-T-H.Acronym soup hand-lettering by Darren Booth, right here. »MORE

April 18, 2008

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who's who: judit strom.

By erinloechner

who: duh, i just said that. judit strom.what: Swedish artist, painter.where: currently exhibiting at helene nyborg contemporary.why: because she can.when: NOW. »MORE

April 18, 2008

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who's who: antonia low.

By erinloechner

who: i'll say it again. antonia low.what: air traffic--- five installations set up in different areas of the home. objects are connected with nylon strings.when: early 2007.where: london.why: for air traffic-- photos of the installation were produced as one album and four single covers for the band. »MORE

April 18, 2008

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alyson fox.

By erinloechner

congrats, alyson! I just got a note from my heroine (the superhero, not drug) Alyson Fox, and she's done it again! See her limited edition print 'Family Lace' on a vintage French tea towel (only 59 of them--- hurry!) right here over at Reform School.Congrats, Student of the Month Alyson! »MORE

April 18, 2008

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this week in inspiration: 4.7.08 to 4.11.08.

By erinloechner

10. Craft Mafia is officially in item. Special thanks to Pamela, Fanie and Valerie. You are all so, so inspiring.9. 'The Sea, The Surge, and The Seamstress,' an exhibition by the ever-talented Samantha Lamb, coming up in two weeks in NYC. Mark your calendar now; details here.8. Lisa Solomon explores the robot as a cultural icon. Fascinating. Details here.7. A fantastic concept from Grrrl Zines A Go-Go--- a SoCal-based workshop group dedicated to the empowerment of young women through self-published works. Ladies--- I salute you!6. Lili Hayden lends a string for human rights--- we're listening, Lili. Play on!5. Who says... »MORE

April 18, 2008

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rachel salomon.

By erinloechner

After the most spectacular SoCal weather this weekend, I've got the SERIOUS Monday morning lazies, so I wanted to kick off the week with a bit of ravishing Rachel.This gal makes me weak in the knees, and if I could pick one artist to morph into a breakfast food that I can eat, it would be Rachel Salomon, and I'd build a restaurant called the Salomon Buffet and it would just be trays after trays of her art, but food.OMG I'm not making any sense this morning.I'm done. Here's a link to her site and her bio, b/c she's awesome. »MORE

April 18, 2008

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