Which Way to the Sale?

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mNX1q7TGYnE/TyjO_60iOyI/AAAAAAAACDw/1q6IoTRDcEI/s1600/img62o.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5704036525581417250" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mNX1q7TGYnE/TyjO_60iOyI/AAAAAAAACDw/1q6IoTRDcEI/s400/img62o.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 360px;" /></a><br />Looking for a "special" pillow to help you move on up "uptown"? Look no further than Pottery Barn's Patch Pillows. Each design is now $9.99 (was $29). For an unexpected look in a place like New York City, these pillows are perfect!

Which Way to the Sale?

Looking for a "special" pillow to help you move on up "uptown"? Look no further than Pottery Barn's Patch Pillows. ...

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TMI Tuesday: An Epiphany!

<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZzJouekaENg/Tygbf_i4QYI/AAAAAAAACDk/lf-kEIpG9gU/s1600/L13284489-1.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5703839164512354690" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZzJouekaENg/Tygbf_i4QYI/AAAAAAAACDk/lf-kEIpG9gU/s400/L13284489-1.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />Yesterday I had an epiphany! I was super busy--too busy to blog. I was sourcing items for several different clients. Many of those pieces were sale items. While sourcing, it occurred to me that I should feature items I find for my clients on my blog. So here goes...<div><br /></div><div>Overstock.com's Hand-Tufted Dharima Rug was just the thing to pull an entire studio apartment together yesterday. The client was a Broadway dancer with a bohemian style. We paired this lovely and affordable rug ($209, originally $440) with graphic bedding and pale blue wall paint, making the whole space sing--and dance! </div>

TMI Tuesday: An Epiphany!

Yesterday I had an epiphany! I was super busy--too busy to blog. I was sourcing items for several different clients. Many of those pieces...

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What the $****#$ Fridays: Jonathan Let Me Down

<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rDpX4zu3tIw/Tx2lgGlWLkI/AAAAAAAACDY/-oKZ9NERWd4/s1600/yhst-81115173642111_2190_299367975.gif" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5700894674262568514" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rDpX4zu3tIw/Tx2lgGlWLkI/AAAAAAAACDY/-oKZ9NERWd4/s400/yhst-81115173642111_2190_299367975.gif" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 245px; height: 266px;" /></a><br />Jonathan Let Me Down! No, I am not rehashing a tale of a past boyfriend. I am talking about Jonathan Adler--my design boyfriend. Generally, I love nearly everything he makes. But he really missed the mark with his 9 Circles Pillow ($75, was $98) from PillowsandThrows.com. I never thought I'd use the words blah and boring to describe his stuff. But with this pillow, those adjectives seem to fit.

What the $****#$ Fridays: Jonathan Let Me Down

Jonathan Let Me Down! No, I am not rehashing a tale of a past boyfriend. I am talking about Jonathan Adler--my design boyfriend. Generally...

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A Cheaper Circuit

<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yxT5a6BJVFA/Tx2jW1p-G8I/AAAAAAAACDM/BXMlC4hEjbE/s1600/collage-sconce-140265498.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5700892316076481474" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yxT5a6BJVFA/Tx2jW1p-G8I/AAAAAAAACDM/BXMlC4hEjbE/s400/collage-sconce-140265498.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 364px; height: 364px;" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-G5WTi1Q2FSc/Tx2jR1ms3YI/AAAAAAAACDA/trypVYv4nUo/s1600/CircuitWallVotiveHolderS6.jpeg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5700892230163422594" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-G5WTi1Q2FSc/Tx2jR1ms3YI/AAAAAAAACDA/trypVYv4nUo/s400/CircuitWallVotiveHolderS6.jpeg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a>Every now and again I use Crate and Barrel's Circuit Wall Votive Holder (below). At $149, I think it is a pretty good deal for a large piece of wall art that is atmospheric but also masculine. However, I just found an amazing knock-off at a steal of a price! ZGallerie's Collage Sconce (above) is my new go-to piece at only $69 (was $79). Bye, Bye, Crate and Barrel!

A Cheaper Circuit

Every now and again I use Crate and Barrel's Circuit Wall Votive Holder (below). At $149, I think it is a pretty good deal for a large ...

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Old Ion-sides

<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-rEPnpvD9zHg/Tx2iN8xYmFI/AAAAAAAACC0/zN2nflLibBE/s1600/img74o-1.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5700891063856175186" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-rEPnpvD9zHg/Tx2iN8xYmFI/AAAAAAAACC0/zN2nflLibBE/s400/img74o-1.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />Every seat should have a side table. So I am constantly in search of chic ones--like West Elm's Ion Glass Round Side Table (now $99, was $199).

Old Ion-sides

Every seat should have a side table. So I am constantly in search of chic ones--like West Elm's Ion Glass Round Side Table (now $99, wa...

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TMI Tuesday: Must Floss at All Costs!

<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Y68rDj-6R9c/Tx2hZkZtqBI/AAAAAAAACCo/NeRPE1FiHZw/s1600/phpThumb_generated_thumbnailjpg-1.jpeg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5700890163961243666" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Y68rDj-6R9c/Tx2hZkZtqBI/AAAAAAAACCo/NeRPE1FiHZw/s400/phpThumb_generated_thumbnailjpg-1.jpeg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 305px; height: 349px;" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-fAayTPKOrs4/Tx2hUYeC_qI/AAAAAAAACCc/CLbNsvti2V4/s1600/phpThumb_generated_thumbnailjpg.jpeg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5700890074858847906" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-fAayTPKOrs4/Tx2hUYeC_qI/AAAAAAAACCc/CLbNsvti2V4/s400/phpThumb_generated_thumbnailjpg.jpeg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 305px; height: 349px;" /></a><br />For the past few years, I have been addicted to flossing. I must do it every night or I can't go to sleep. I don't need much incentive--it feels fabulous and is said to increase your life span by 2 years. Now I just need to convince my husband of its benefits. I think he'd be more inclined to give it a try if I got him Fred Flares' Breakfast Floss Set. At only $4 (was $12), it's worth a try!

TMI Tuesday: Must Floss at All Costs!

For the past few years, I have been addicted to flossing. I must do it every night or I can't go to sleep. I don't need much incen...

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Addie Another Light to Your Space

<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7SnticjK_Pk/Tx2geleoJ3I/AAAAAAAACCQ/B7oVtKzTiZM/s1600/T_WithZoom.jpeg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5700889150638008178" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7SnticjK_Pk/Tx2geleoJ3I/AAAAAAAACCQ/B7oVtKzTiZM/s400/T_WithZoom.jpeg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />As anyone who has taken my design classes will tell you, I love lots of light in every space. The more lights and lamps you have the different moods you will be able to set. Turn all on the lights for that craft project. Turn off a few for a romantic dinner. So, if you are looking for more lighting to add, look no further than Ballard Design's Addie Pendant ($129, was $189).

Addie Another Light to Your Space

As anyone who has taken my design classes will tell you, I love lots of light in every space. The more lights and lamps you have the differ...

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What the $****#$ Fridays: I Don't Think Sole!

<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yjfs0CitVuA/TxhAJ-uDixI/AAAAAAAACB4/5bf87rmmvN8/s1600/img74o.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5699375868636531474" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yjfs0CitVuA/TxhAJ-uDixI/AAAAAAAACB4/5bf87rmmvN8/s400/img74o.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 360px;" /></a><br />I don't think I'd wanna display my stinky soles in my living room. And I certainly wouldn't want to highlight them by leaning them on a ladder. Good try at creativity, Pottery Barn. But your Wooden Shoe Ladder is badder than a heap of shoes on an entry rug or in a boot tray ($79, was $129).

What the $****#$ Fridays: I Don't Think Sole!

I don't think I'd wanna display my stinky soles in my living room. And I certainly wouldn't want to highlight them by leaning t...

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Moor Mirrors Like This, Please!

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ZQ47ZW_CWgw/Txg91uRLpOI/AAAAAAAACBg/8xY8LT6-Sls/s1600/zm_moorish-mirror.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5699373321599821026" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ZQ47ZW_CWgw/Txg91uRLpOI/AAAAAAAACBg/8xY8LT6-Sls/s400/zm_moorish-mirror.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 343px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />I am a huge fan of mirrors for so many reasons. The right mirror when properly placed can add perspective to a space, increase a room's light, and help you ensure you don't have broccoli in your teeth on your way out. But the number one reason I love mirrors is that they are a piece of art you don't have to frame. And in the case of VivaTerra's Moorish Mirror ($189, was $379) the frame is the artistic statement. Lovely!

Moor Mirrors Like This, Please!

I am a huge fan of mirrors for so many reasons. The right mirror when properly placed can add perspective to a space, increase a room's...

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Closed for Kids

<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-F9tDcqWbf_Q/TxZYdaDolVI/AAAAAAAACBU/tu-C1jGRYto/s1600/CH16-03_1.jpeg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5698839640717956434" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-F9tDcqWbf_Q/TxZYdaDolVI/AAAAAAAACBU/tu-C1jGRYto/s400/CH16-03_1.jpeg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JOAJEmmRQkI/TxZYX9IwcYI/AAAAAAAACBI/ZQjoZsT4MgA/s1600/TB-PT4_2.jpeg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5698839547055468930" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JOAJEmmRQkI/TxZYX9IwcYI/AAAAAAAACBI/ZQjoZsT4MgA/s400/TB-PT4_2.jpeg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />Wednesdays and Thursdays are my weekend days at Affordable Interior Design. They are the days I take off to play with my Mr. Baby. Now if only we had some stylish furniture to play on--pieces like Serena and Lily's Coco Play Table and Stools. If we had the room, I would be tempted because we can now afford them at their sale price of $229 (were $325).

Closed for Kids

Wednesdays and Thursdays are my weekend days at Affordable Interior Design. They are the days I take off to play with my Mr. Baby. Now if ...

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TMI Tuesday: Breaking News

<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5TLbKgC9_g0/TxWnZHT5soI/AAAAAAAACA8/dbmKSm2czj8/s1600/photo-117.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5698644953408320130" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5TLbKgC9_g0/TxWnZHT5soI/AAAAAAAACA8/dbmKSm2czj8/s400/photo-117.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 239px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fW6etPhC7DY/TxWnUSKQwmI/AAAAAAAACAw/WjAUKboXKMI/s1600/photo-115.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5698644870421332578" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fW6etPhC7DY/TxWnUSKQwmI/AAAAAAAACAw/WjAUKboXKMI/s400/photo-115.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 239px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-keGDWxf-H2E/TxWnPn7_MQI/AAAAAAAACAk/8gFetJ8eACg/s1600/photo-114.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5698644790367695106" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-keGDWxf-H2E/TxWnPn7_MQI/AAAAAAAACAk/8gFetJ8eACg/s400/photo-114.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 239px;" /></a><br />There is breaking news at the Helmuth household, and it has nothing to do with design (this is TMI Tuesday, after all.) This weekend our sweet lil' baby blob crawled! Prior to that he'd just sit around, showing no real interest in movement. His daddy and I were getting worried--some of his friends are nearly walking. The doctor gave him until Saturday to start crawling or else physical therapy would begin. But sweet Mr. Baby was just taking his sweet time. And now he's a crawler! Hooray!

TMI Tuesday: Breaking News

There is breaking news at the Helmuth household, and it has nothing to do with design (this is TMI Tuesday, after all.) This weekend our sw...

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That There is an Affordable Chair!

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-XuvivDWLQRg/TxO6zrL8eXI/AAAAAAAACAY/ob07QxBFbdY/s1600/pCPWM-8153016v300x300.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5698103350482729330" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-XuvivDWLQRg/TxO6zrL8eXI/AAAAAAAACAY/ob07QxBFbdY/s400/pCPWM-8153016v300x300.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 300px;" /></a><br />What kinda chair can you get for $99? A plain wood one at Ikea, a boring metal one at Target, a flimsy folding one at JCPenney? Sure. But no thanks. I'll take a comfy wheeling one from World Market instead. For $99, their Ethan Office Chair is a steal of a deal!

That There is an Affordable Chair!

What kinda chair can you get for $99? A plain wood one at Ikea, a boring metal one at Target, a flimsy folding one at JCPenney? Sure. But...

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What the $****#$ Fridays: Don't Cross a Black Pillow

<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-waCd-Qjq9B8/TwKW8NiNscI/AAAAAAAACAM/aQ7ZS6bxfqs/s1600/img48b.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5693278840119210434" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-waCd-Qjq9B8/TwKW8NiNscI/AAAAAAAACAM/aQ7ZS6bxfqs/s400/img48b.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />Today is Friday the 13th, and, boy, am I superstitious! I avoid 13th floors on elevators, never walk under ladders, and would pass on purchasing a black pillow today, especially one that looks like its entrails are spilling out on your sofa. Don't the ruffles on West Elm's Felt Blossom Pillow ($14, was $29) remind you of cushion guts? Or maybe I am just in a spooky frame of mind on this Freaky Friday.

What the $****#$ Fridays: Don't Cross a Black Pillow

Today is Friday the 13th, and, boy, am I superstitious! I avoid 13th floors on elevators, never walk under ladders, and would pass on purch...

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Lean On Me

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-pXfM4ShATsE/TwKWAbb68UI/AAAAAAAACAA/TbGmy04BubQ/s1600/chalkboard-750916611b.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5693277813058761026" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-pXfM4ShATsE/TwKWAbb68UI/AAAAAAAACAA/TbGmy04BubQ/s400/chalkboard-750916611b.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 364px; height: 364px;" /></a><br />As my clients will tell you, I am not a huge fan of leaning mirrors. They are a little passe in my opinion. They rarely fit in NYC apartments and, even when they do, they are often just obstacles in an already crowded path. But for some reason I am not opposed to Z Gallerie's Leaning Chalkboard ($239, was $299). It's a little more original and unexpected than just another looking glass.

Lean On Me

As my clients will tell you, I am not a huge fan of leaning mirrors. They are a little passe in my opinion. They rarely fit in NYC apartme...

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Punch It Up With Poncho

<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ljVy7lkhTlc/TwKUVwbrUcI/AAAAAAAAB_o/uICuh_ZIJSw/s1600/poncho%2Btable%2Blamp.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5693275980448879042" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ljVy7lkhTlc/TwKUVwbrUcI/AAAAAAAAB_o/uICuh_ZIJSw/s400/poncho%2Btable%2Blamp.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />The students in my interior design classes hear me say regularly that a room's accessories are like jewelry. Fill your space with basic, classic furniture. Then give the space the "wow" factor with well-chosen accents, pieces like Stray Dog Design's Poncho Lamp ($135, was $275).

Punch It Up With Poncho

The students in my interior design classes hear me say regularly that a room's accessories are like jewelry. Fill your space with basic,...

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TMI Tuesday: Bemoaning My Bedroom

<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-4Iv_WBr0qOA/TwKVP2qmb8I/AAAAAAAAB_0/KzszahfowUY/s1600/prod1720004_F11.jpeg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5693276978554499010" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-4Iv_WBr0qOA/TwKVP2qmb8I/AAAAAAAAB_0/KzszahfowUY/s400/prod1720004_F11.jpeg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 390px;" /></a><br />You've heard me lament the state of my bedroom time and time again on my blog. We got new, organic bedding--I like it better. We got lovely, plum glass table lamps--even better. But I still am not in love. It's utilitarian, but I wish it were decadent. I think it needs Restoration Hardware's Grenoble Wing Bed ($1295, was $2695)--amazing!!

TMI Tuesday: Bemoaning My Bedroom

You've heard me lament the state of my bedroom time and time again on my blog. We got new, organic bedding--I like it better. We got lo...

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Modern Farm Feast

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JvSuZukf02A/TwKTT1r02dI/AAAAAAAAB_c/PE6imk0RjGU/s1600/w4896-large.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5693274847987423698" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JvSuZukf02A/TwKTT1r02dI/AAAAAAAAB_c/PE6imk0RjGU/s400/w4896-large.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />Oftentimes farmhouse tables with their raw wood finish and chunky shape can feel too rustic. And modern chrome tables with their pointy edges and sleek lines can feel uninviting. So when I saw Wisteria's Natural Wood and Chrome Table on sale for $649 (was $999), I got excited. The best of both styles in one lovely table!

Modern Farm Feast

Oftentimes farmhouse tables with their raw wood finish and chunky shape can feel too rustic. And modern chrome tables with their pointy edg...

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What the $****#$ Fridays: Chindi or Chintzy?

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-2fP_6V6wS6M/TwKQSRLKqmI/AAAAAAAAB_Q/y3CR6ISpkLc/s1600/zm_chindi-stool.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5693271522472012386" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-2fP_6V6wS6M/TwKQSRLKqmI/AAAAAAAAB_Q/y3CR6ISpkLc/s400/zm_chindi-stool.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 359px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />Normally, I like VivaTerra. They have interesting, unique, and environmentally items--some that are also found at the very pricey ABC Home Store in NYC. But their unfortunate Chindi Folding Stool ($39, was $79) is certainly not among the items I would call interesting. This items is definitely closer to uninteresting and, dare I say, chintzy.

What the $****#$ Fridays: Chindi or Chintzy?

Normally, I like VivaTerra. They have interesting, unique, and environmentally items--some that are also found at the very pricey ABC Home ...

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Project Pillow

<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rGS8vNYl8Kg/TwKOpte_weI/AAAAAAAAB-4/AsEKJCHFNmo/s1600/9960007-large.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5693269726185112034" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rGS8vNYl8Kg/TwKOpte_weI/AAAAAAAAB-4/AsEKJCHFNmo/s400/9960007-large.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 266px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PSHhA2hXzmk/TwKOmG-VqfI/AAAAAAAAB-s/ai1_2fwuVQM/s1600/JM-BMBO-Sp-2.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5693269664307980786" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PSHhA2hXzmk/TwKOmG-VqfI/AAAAAAAAB-s/ai1_2fwuVQM/s400/JM-BMBO-Sp-2.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 348px;" /></a><br />Is anyone else obsessed with "Project Runway"? Tonight their All-Star series begins. I can't wait to see Austin, Mondo, and Sweet Pea again. Hooray! The minute I saw Burke Decor's Bamboo Leaves Pillow ($53, was $74) I thought of Anthony Ryan's brush stroke dress. Am I right or do I just have "Runway" on the brain!?!?!

Project Pillow

Is anyone else obsessed with "Project Runway"? Tonight their All-Star series begins. I can't wait to see Austin, Mondo, and ...

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Chic Chef

<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-WHhYQEcIkbY/TwKPcrg_kMI/AAAAAAAAB_E/EzNWVesExlc/s1600/40022.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5693270601829945538" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-WHhYQEcIkbY/TwKPcrg_kMI/AAAAAAAAB_E/EzNWVesExlc/s400/40022.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 332px;" /></a><br />Since I was wed nearly two years ago, I have decided to start taking cooking seriously. In that time, I have mastered a couple of dishes and dabble at many others--my poor husband and child... And nothing adds flavor and pizzazz like fresh herbs. Perhaps that and my love of wine were why I was drawn to NapaStyle's Wine Bottle Herb Garden ($29, was $49).

Chic Chef

Since I was wed nearly two years ago, I have decided to start taking cooking seriously. In that time, I have mastered a couple of dishes an...

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TMI Tuesday: She Works Hard for the Money

<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-E7cPcNZnMfM/TvurSUgGNwI/AAAAAAAAB-g/FyKTiRAV0WI/s1600/bamboodryeraseboardSC11.jpeg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5691330885342082818" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-E7cPcNZnMfM/TvurSUgGNwI/AAAAAAAAB-g/FyKTiRAV0WI/s400/bamboodryeraseboardSC11.jpeg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a>2012 is going to be a year of great growth for Affordable Interior Design. This month my resolution is to hire another designer, start video blogging, and set some business goals for the new year. What better place to record them all than CB2's Bamboo Dry Erase Board ($49, was $59)?! Very seldom are office supplies chic, but when they are, I must have them!!

TMI Tuesday: She Works Hard for the Money

2012 is going to be a year of great growth for Affordable Interior Design. This month my resolution is to hire another designer, start vide...

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Mod Mobile

<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-np1fqG-idks/TvuqoUgfjfI/AAAAAAAAB-U/42M3MGuDmAg/s1600/img14o.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5691330163789237746" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-np1fqG-idks/TvuqoUgfjfI/AAAAAAAAB-U/42M3MGuDmAg/s400/img14o.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />From twiggy to bold prints to geometrics, I love anything that references the 60s or Mod design. So that explains my love for West Elm's Finn Chandelier ($199, was $399).

Mod Mobile

From twiggy to bold prints to geometrics, I love anything that references the 60s or Mod design. So that explains my love for West Elm's...

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