Peel and Stick

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-2EIq9x0wFg8/T0xFOVikvXI/AAAAAAAACJY/f3jKLMRqFtw/s1600/963193_040_f.jpeg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5714018139828960626" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-2EIq9x0wFg8/T0xFOVikvXI/AAAAAAAACJY/f3jKLMRqFtw/s400/963193_040_f.jpeg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-IY97JMDfeUQ/T0xFHEdTZLI/AAAAAAAACJM/P1Xh000GQKI/s1600/963193_040_m.jpeg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5714018014984365234" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-IY97JMDfeUQ/T0xFHEdTZLI/AAAAAAAACJM/P1Xh000GQKI/s400/963193_040_m.jpeg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />What with the buzz around Prince William and Kate and the fanatical love for "Downton Abbey", it seems that everything English is all the rage! So I thoroughly expect Anthropologie's Mansfield Court Wallpaper to start flying off the shelves, especially now that it's $68/per roll (was $108).

Peel and Stick

What with the buzz around Prince William and Kate and the fanatical love for "Downton Abbey", it seems that everything English is ...

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Sittin' Pretty Poolside

<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-JDeZbCsmaJM/T0xC0omAXQI/AAAAAAAACI0/dpD4swOzopE/s1600/img32o.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5714015499243773186" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-JDeZbCsmaJM/T0xC0omAXQI/AAAAAAAACI0/dpD4swOzopE/s400/img32o.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 360px;" /></a><br />Did I mention I am having a hard time leaving my tropical vacation behind? One of the best parts of my trip was lounging by the pool. One of the worst parts was getting to the pool late (we slept in) and seeing all the lounge chairs claimed. If only my husband and I would have had Pottery Barn's Monogramed Terry Chaise Cushion Covers ($34, was $45) emblazoned with our names, our poolside seat would have been waiting for us every morning.

Sittin' Pretty Poolside

Did I mention I am having a hard time leaving my tropical vacation behind? One of the best parts of my trip was lounging by the pool. One ...

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TMI Tuesday: Bye, Bye, Paradise

<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Aaq535_k_u4/T0xBOGDiJHI/AAAAAAAACIo/HpoflP_s9Jg/s1600/Roatan%2BSunset.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5714013737625724018" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Aaq535_k_u4/T0xBOGDiJHI/AAAAAAAACIo/HpoflP_s9Jg/s400/Roatan%2BSunset.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 265px;" /></a><br />Coming back from vacation is tough to do. Sure is... I miss the cruise ship, the unlimited rum-based drinks, the sandy beaches. But holding my measuring tape again is like meeting up with an old friend. So maybe being back is sorta nice. I am looking forward to a busy week: my new designer starts, I teach two classes, and the finishing touches are put on my new website. Stay tuned for many updates...

TMI Tuesday: Bye, Bye, Paradise

Coming back from vacation is tough to do. Sure is... I miss the cruise ship, the unlimited rum-based drinks, the sandy beaches. But holdi...

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Jane Austen on 17th Street

<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bTbzKgGxcEw/T0wKa3ndQrI/AAAAAAAACIc/iCsdSaR2rzY/s1600/img45b.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5713953483948638898" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bTbzKgGxcEw/T0wKa3ndQrI/AAAAAAAACIc/iCsdSaR2rzY/s400/img45b.jpg" 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/-tmhfcyLTkEE/T0wKWt7LJwI/AAAAAAAACIQ/-vKBVUOGES4/s1600/img49o.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5713953412627506946" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-tmhfcyLTkEE/T0wKWt7LJwI/AAAAAAAACIQ/-vKBVUOGES4/s400/img49o.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />My favorite West Elm is on 17th Street in Chelsea. It has personality, it has helpful staff, and it has great sale items, like the Cabriole Leg Desk ($279, was $349). I can see Jane Austen breezing through the store and deciding to pen her next novel atop this lovely, lady-style piece.

Jane Austen on 17th Street

My favorite West Elm is on 17th Street in Chelsea. It has personality, it has helpful staff, and it has great sale items, like the Cabriole...

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Tip of the Day: Mid-tone Magic

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Tip of the Day: Mid-tone Magic

So many of my clients come to me in a panic about using beige. They don't want their home to be boring. They want to mak...

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Tip of the Day: Color!

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Tip of the Day: Color!

Nothing wakes up a room quite like color. Keep your room's design focused with the 60/30/10 rule. Use three col...

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Tip of the Day: Go Big!

<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Uks7r28SkXg/TzmM3k53thI/AAAAAAAACHI/tJ78KRIYfKA/s1600/35831_398531441052_36023076052_4946184_4651164_n.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5708748889095910930" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Uks7r28SkXg/TzmM3k53thI/AAAAAAAACHI/tJ78KRIYfKA/s400/35831_398531441052_36023076052_4946184_4651164_n.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" /></a><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /> </span> <style> <!-- /* Font Definitions */ @font-face {font-family:Calibri; panose-1:2 15 5 2 2 2 4 3 2 4; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:auto; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:3 0 0 0 1 0;} @font-face {font-family:Cambria; panose-1:2 4 5 3 5 4 6 3 2 4; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:auto; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:3 0 0 0 1 0;} /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ascii-font-family:Cambria; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family:Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family:Cambria; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi;} @page Section1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.Section1 {page:Section1;} --> </style><span style=" ;font-family:trebuchet ms;font-size:100%;" >Sectionals are often too big for apartment living. But whenever I hear that a client has kids, I want to consider one. These large sofas can be a great way for the family to be together without being on top of each other. The couch is the most important piece in a home with kids, so go big!</span>

Tip of the Day: Go Big!

Sectionals are often too big for apartment living. But whenever I hear that a client has kids, I want to consider one. These ...

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Tip of the Day: Think Outside the Frame

<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-y9nIvcYhe_E/TzmMKSoc-wI/AAAAAAAACG8/g93VhDJWhfs/s1600/253606_10150199593641053_36023076052_7567184_7874654_n.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5708748111096904450" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-y9nIvcYhe_E/TzmMKSoc-wI/AAAAAAAACG8/g93VhDJWhfs/s400/253606_10150199593641053_36023076052_7567184_7874654_n.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span> <style> <!-- /* Font Definitions */ @font-face {font-family:Calibri; panose-1:2 15 5 2 2 2 4 3 2 4; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:auto; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:3 0 0 0 1 0;} @font-face {font-family:Cambria; panose-1:2 4 5 3 5 4 6 3 2 4; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:auto; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:3 0 0 0 1 0;} /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ascii-font-family:Cambria; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family:Cambria; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family:Cambria; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi;} @page Section1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.Section1 {page:Section1;} --> </style> <p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Aside from prints and paintings, make an artistic statement by hanging:</span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">-sheet music</span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">-menus from favorite restaurants</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">-pages from books</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">-maps</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">-quilts/throws</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">-hooks</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">-baskets</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">-mirrors</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">-shelves with objects</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">-fabric<br />-magazine/book covers</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:verdana;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">-clocks</span></span><span style="font-size:13.0pt;mso-bidi- mso-ascii-theme-font:major-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font:major-latinfont-family:Calibri;font-size:10.0pt;"></span></p>

Tip of the Day: Think Outside the Frame

Aside from prints and paintings, make an artistic statement by hanging: -sheet music -menus from favorite restaurants -p...

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Come Sail Away!

<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8ik1Ext9JYg/TzmLog2va2I/AAAAAAAACGw/8iRTstheDaM/s1600/infinity_buzios.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5708747530799377250" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8ik1Ext9JYg/TzmLog2va2I/AAAAAAAACGw/8iRTstheDaM/s400/infinity_buzios.JPG" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DwwhPpLzN8c/TzmLlJrBQBI/AAAAAAAACGk/JjrQdOGv5i4/s1600/Celebrity-Cruise-Line.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5708747473036591122" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DwwhPpLzN8c/TzmLlJrBQBI/AAAAAAAACGk/JjrQdOGv5i4/s400/Celebrity-Cruise-Line.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" /></a><br />Affordable Interior Design is officially on vacation! Hooray! My husband and I are setting sail on our very first cruise and first vacation away from Mr. Baby. We can't wait for five days of cheesy entertainment, huge buffets, and warm weather.<br /><br />While I am away, I won't be blogging or even thinking about work (hopefully). However, each day I will feature a design tip to keep things fresh til I get back to sale shopping.<br /><br />Bon voyage!

Come Sail Away!

Affordable Interior Design is officially on vacation! Hooray! My husband and I are setting sail on our very first cruise and first vacatio...

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What the $****#$ Fridays: Stop Staring!

<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-EjZInLDmvts/TzmQaYNmYZI/AAAAAAAACIE/PvXMUrJodN8/s1600/tete-large-cubed-face-160284770.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5708752785519305106" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-EjZInLDmvts/TzmQaYNmYZI/AAAAAAAACIE/PvXMUrJodN8/s400/tete-large-cubed-face-160284770.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 364px; height: 364px;" /></a><br />If you have to admonish your furniture for staring at you, you may have a questionable taste level. And if you are thinking about buying ZGallerie's Tete Large Cube Face, you definitely have a questionable taste level. Steer clear of this piece no matter how low the price goes, currently it is a ridiculous $299 (was $399).

What the $****#$ Fridays: Stop Staring!

If you have to admonish your furniture for staring at you, you may have a questionable taste level. And if you are thinking about buying ZG...

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I Wanna Play!!!

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-NYFqgPDq15M/TzmPweJjMTI/AAAAAAAACH4/yBPApZ0nAA4/s1600/img32o.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5708752065558425906" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-NYFqgPDq15M/TzmPweJjMTI/AAAAAAAACH4/yBPApZ0nAA4/s400/img32o.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 353px;" /></a><br />Golly, it is pieces like Pottery Barn Kids' Brunswick Play Table ($239, was $299) that make me wanna be a kid all over again. I love the drawer fronts, the retro inspiration, the whimsical colors. Sign me up for the days of summer camp, bedtimes, and bag lunches if I get to be surrounded by furniture like this!

I Wanna Play!!!

Golly, it is pieces like Pottery Barn Kids' Brunswick Play Table ($239, was $299) that make me wanna be a kid all over again. I love th...

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Your Favorite Place?

<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Wm1FNRv_nMw/TzmO2ZPcZgI/AAAAAAAACHs/p2Ns0PYVS7Q/s1600/W6247r1-large.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5708751067808556546" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Wm1FNRv_nMw/TzmO2ZPcZgI/AAAAAAAACHs/p2Ns0PYVS7Q/s400/W6247r1-large.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />According to the name of Wisteria's An Architect's Favorite Side Table, this stool is getting rave reviews. Unsure if you will like it as much? Might as well give it a go now that it is $139 (was $199).

Your Favorite Place?

According to the name of Wisteria's An Architect's Favorite Side Table, this stool is getting rave reviews. Unsure if you will like...

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Happy Valentine's Day!

<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-aMGYVg_rAbE/TzmKUGXJpcI/AAAAAAAACGY/lz1hTZUVFfM/s1600/406451_3274974878057_1377996081_3199884_884562561_n.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5708746080578545090" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-aMGYVg_rAbE/TzmKUGXJpcI/AAAAAAAACGY/lz1hTZUVFfM/s400/406451_3274974878057_1377996081_3199884_884562561_n.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" /></a><br />From our lil' rosy Cupid to you, I hope that his arrow hits you all this wonderful holiday. Here's to a day filled with love for others and for great design.<br /><br />Happy Valentine's Day, dear readers!

Happy Valentine's Day!

From our lil' rosy Cupid to you, I hope that his arrow hits you all this wonderful holiday. Here's to a day filled with love for ot...

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Camo Carpet

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8BRdlnZzzKY/TzmJOGSwTZI/AAAAAAAACGM/asLr3Ct4tCk/s1600/img49o.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5708744877969264018" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8BRdlnZzzKY/TzmJOGSwTZI/AAAAAAAACGM/asLr3Ct4tCk/s400/img49o.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 360px;" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-MhMSaMplh4Q/TzmJHgp-mdI/AAAAAAAACGA/tI9vmSPGvTg/s1600/img39o.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5708744764786907602" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-MhMSaMplh4Q/TzmJHgp-mdI/AAAAAAAACGA/tI9vmSPGvTg/s400/img39o.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 360px;" /></a><br />Rugs with a pattern are best because they disguise spills and stains. Should I knock my red wine over, no problem! Should my son puke up his formula, no problem! These accidents are really no problem when the rug is not only patterned but also on sale, like Pottery Barn's Brandon Persian Rug ($599, was $649 for an 8' x 10').

Camo Carpet

Rugs with a pattern are best because they disguise spills and stains. Should I knock my red wine over, no problem! Should my son puke up h...

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What the $****#$ Friday: Ewww!

<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Nm4bvIksq8c/TzIKHkFUqVI/AAAAAAAACFQ/rnQnIP5-b88/s1600/RecycleMetalCockroachF11.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5706634802893203794" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Nm4bvIksq8c/TzIKHkFUqVI/AAAAAAAACFQ/rnQnIP5-b88/s400/RecycleMetalCockroachF11.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 337px; height: 337px;" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-S0k6gzFuR9k/TzIKEDtCXcI/AAAAAAAACFE/GlP09u3UOKw/s1600/misfitsdinnerwaresskfHD11.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5706634742661799362" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-S0k6gzFuR9k/TzIKEDtCXcI/AAAAAAAACFE/GlP09u3UOKw/s400/misfitsdinnerwaresskfHD11.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 337px; height: 337px;" /></a><br />Perhaps cockroach decor is cute in other parts of the country. But in NYC, it hits a little too close to home. CB2 has more than just missed the mark with their Recycled Cockroach Ornaments ($1, were $7)--they have also grossed me out!

What the $****#$ Friday: Ewww!

Perhaps cockroach decor is cute in other parts of the country. But in NYC, it hits a little too close to home. CB2 has more than just miss...

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Organic Oasis

<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-1rJyJP9zSCc/TzIKz8YLNeI/AAAAAAAACFc/ncq_FlHdXFA/s1600/img14o.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5706635565328971234" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-1rJyJP9zSCc/TzIKz8YLNeI/AAAAAAAACFc/ncq_FlHdXFA/s400/img14o.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />Have I told you lately how much I love West Elm's organic bedding, especially their Square-Tuck Duvet ($69, was $99)? It is lovely, gets softer the more you wash it, and won't look wrinkly when you pull it out of the dryer. I've been waiting for this series to go on sale so I could snap it up for myself!

Organic Oasis

Have I told you lately how much I love West Elm's organic bedding, especially their Square-Tuck Duvet ($69, was $99)? It is lovely, get...

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Let This Light In

<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-J37fEt6Jzg0/TzILfpurClI/AAAAAAAACFo/pVihlIqpEeg/s1600/prod691031_F11-1.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5706636316237302354" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-J37fEt6Jzg0/TzILfpurClI/AAAAAAAACFo/pVihlIqpEeg/s400/prod691031_F11-1.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 390px;" /></a><br />Need a piece of sculpture for your space? Have a cave-like corner you need to illuminate? We can kills two birds with one sale item: Restoration Hardware's Wood Polyhedron Pendant ($239, was $395). It is simple, unexpected, and lovely!

Let This Light In

Need a piece of sculpture for your space? Have a cave-like corner you need to illuminate? We can kills two birds with one sale item: Rest...

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TMI Tuesday: Shopping for a Place by the Sea

<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/--IRqri3xtWk/TzC7mFrbi-I/AAAAAAAACE4/OVZg_vEGcN0/s1600/S083202_041_b.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5706266990912179170" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/--IRqri3xtWk/TzC7mFrbi-I/AAAAAAAACE4/OVZg_vEGcN0/s400/S083202_041_b.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-aBJX7Toi-sw/TzC7dmYVzrI/AAAAAAAACEs/hd-LpMlRjpM/s1600/S083202_041_p.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5706266845071658674" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-aBJX7Toi-sw/TzC7dmYVzrI/AAAAAAAACEs/hd-LpMlRjpM/s400/S083202_041_p.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />When shopping on a budget, finding drapes with a sophisticated pattern is tough--finding drapes with a great texture is even tougher. But Anthropologie typically has something interesting that meets both criteria on their sale rack. Today, while browsing for a beach bungalow on Long Island, I came upon their Waving Stripes Panel. Lovely and $79 (was $148). Perfect!

TMI Tuesday: Shopping for a Place by the Sea

When shopping on a budget, finding drapes with a sophisticated pattern is tough--finding drapes with a great texture is even tougher. But A...

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Fabulous Print, Even Better Price!

<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-FZsKp0U02Gg/Ty9osglOByI/AAAAAAAACEU/l3xGoejxCWI/s1600/L12155806a.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5705894366771283746" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-FZsKp0U02Gg/Ty9osglOByI/AAAAAAAACEU/l3xGoejxCWI/s400/L12155806a.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />An armchair with an amazing and colorful print is usually something you'd have to have custom made, meaning that it would cost you lots of bucks. But, here at Affordable Interior Design, "custom" is a dirty word. Instead, why not go on Overstock.com and buy their wonderful Angelo Home Harlow Clay Mango Armchair? An entire chair for $272 (was $299)!?! You can hardly even get a custom pillow for that price!

Fabulous Print, Even Better Price!

An armchair with an amazing and colorful print is usually something you'd have to have custom made, meaning that it would cost you lots ...

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What the $****#$ Fridays: Down Off the Farm

<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-YsSxwjB8AHk/TywSOzXdCAI/AAAAAAAACEI/y1XSy4l3kec/s1600/zm_piggy-planter.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5704954873487624194" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-YsSxwjB8AHk/TywSOzXdCAI/AAAAAAAACEI/y1XSy4l3kec/s400/zm_piggy-planter.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 359px; height: 400px;" /></a><br />A big no no in interior design: decorating with farm animals. I don't care if you live in Vermont on 40 acres. I don't care if you're a ranch hand in Montana. There is no excuse for chicken effigies, cow print pillows, or, in this particular instance, a Piggyback Planter ($25, was $39). VivaTerra really missed the mark on this atrocious item which would be better sent to slaughter--a pretty tough sentiment on this What the $****#$ Friday.

What the $****#$ Fridays: Down Off the Farm

A big no no in interior design: decorating with farm animals. I don't care if you live in Vermont on 40 acres. I don't care if yo...

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Table Trifecta

<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Z1V9lWFQeHU/TyrYnVgidaI/AAAAAAAACD8/ISiU8qe_P5Q/s1600/pCPWM-6713707_outfit_v300x300.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5704610048318272930" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Z1V9lWFQeHU/TyrYnVgidaI/AAAAAAAACD8/ISiU8qe_P5Q/s400/pCPWM-6713707_outfit_v300x300.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 300px;" /></a><br />Finding a rectangular dining table perfectly sized for an apartment is no problem. Finding a round table with extension with a diameter narrow enough for NYC is quite a trick. Luckily, I just found my new go-to piece, World Market's Sophia Table. It has a small size, transitional style, and low price point ($149, was $279)--my design trifecta!

Table Trifecta

Finding a rectangular dining table perfectly sized for an apartment is no problem. Finding a round table with extension with a diameter nar...

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