Throw Pillow Lending Library
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Comments (13)Just an update on the project. I haven't seen the site yet but I hope to in the next few days. After discussing the goals of the project via email and reading your suggestions, I am suggesting two wormeries. Their primary goal is education; being able to process their garbage is a desirable secondary goal. First, a cold compost pile designed to attract and protect native worms from predators, since they were planning a compost pile anyway. Two, an educational bin with EFs where the kids and meet the worms and throw in their lunch scraps and prepared bedding. To reduce uninvited guests in the bin, I plan to discourage them from using leaves and other garden leftovers in the educational bin -- they go in the compost pile. My current thinking here is a strawbale construction bin (with drainage, of course) and an insulated lid tough enough to withstand raccoon attacks. I think the strawbale construction, or something similar using insulating foam, will lend itself to artistic interpretation as well as being functional and will make a ledge for the kids to lean on and to help catch any dropped worms kids pull out. The whole site is made of recycled and eco-friendly materials, so the strawbale construction will fit right in. I'd love to think of a lip or other barrier that discourages worms from leaving the bin... good luck with that, Nicole. It'll be a big bin, so maybe some tubes coming up in the middle of the bin for aeration. There is a shady spot set aside and they are trying to get a grant to build a "Worm Shack" for the worms similar to a garden shed. For the winter, a heating strip in the bottom of the bin. For the summer, a solar powered fan on a temperature sensor to help cool the bin if it starts getting too hot. Rain barrels are going in to water the garden and the worms. Nearby, a hand sanitizer dispenser, a model of a DIY home bin, an instructional display and instruction sheets to take home. I haven't decided on the design for the DIY bin, but probably one of the RM bin variations. More info on the project here: http://www.madisonal.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=123&ARC=431 And the PDF of the original plans (which don't show a spot for the worms) here: http://www.madisonal.gov/DocumentView.aspx?DID=1281...See MoreCheck out those dusty old library books!
Comments (27)No I don't want to go back to the days pre computer. I wrote my masters thesis on an electric typewriter with carbon paper. Computers are a god send, sometimes. I don't know if others are like me - but when I say I miss library cards, Readers Guide to Periodicals and such, I am really saying that I miss the magic libraries once held for me as a child and young adult. For a lonely child who often didn't fit in, it was a place that opened up the world for me. I think of how I used to browse the shelves at the library. I'd start with the As and look for books that intrigued me. I ended up picking some classic literature, good literature, and just plain good reads that I never would have found if those books were culled because no one was checking them out. Now, these types of books are so seldom on the shelves or seldom recommended, that I do my browsing at the local indie rather than going to the library. Then there is the culling of staff, and the lack of personal attention. I still remember a wonderful lady named Pricilla McCloud, the children's librarian who later became the head librarian at our branch. I could always depend on her help when I wanted books on a subject, or just 'whats a good book I should read" and she'd find a few which would lead her to more ideas... Librarians like her knew my name, knew my interests, knew what authors might intrigue me. Now, the librarians are replaced by computer check out machines. There is one librarian at the reference desk who is usually helping out folk on the public computers. >public libraries are meant to serve the public. By and large, that same public is checking out the bestsellers rather than classics and when space is limited, such as at a smaller branch, it only makes sense that the shelf space is dedicated to books that patrons will read bookmom I agree to an extent. However the library should still have good copies of the books that have been popular in years passed (not necessarily books that anyone 'should' read) or at the very least books that are being required by school districts. And they should have librarians who know what's out there, ones who are available to help the public that they are catering to. Unfortunately budget cuts in our community have severly slashed the libraries ability to run. There is a bond election in May that will determine whether or not two of the three libraries in our area will close. And this is such a conservative area that I suspect it will fail....See MoreWhere can I get similar throw pillows at a reasonable price?
Comments (1)Here is a recent thread with some throw pillow sources: https://www.houzz.com/discussions/6030770/throw-pillow-lending-library#n=53 Here’s another list of sources. https://www.veronikasblushing.com/2020/08/the-best-designer-pillows.html...See MoreDefine this library/ dressing room?
Comments (18)You might be able to buy a new slipcover for your IKEA chair online, but color choices will be limited. You can do google searches for other vendors of slipcovers https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/tullsta-chair-cover-lofallet-beige-80410338/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=surfaces&utm_campaign=shopping_feed&utm_content=free_google_shopping_clicks_Living_room_seating&region_id=988492274227635562514691135418307587015&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw15eqBhBZEiwAbDomEuJ6WgIeKz4UEz5kjtJzNSXPykGZ1wyKf9OowcI4K4OfHZwluGNaixoCgsoQAvD_BwE I did initially post a different lamp to this thread and here it is. I took it down because I thought it was rather expensive to hide away in a corner, maybe too big and also am not sure lighting up the ceiling with a uplight torch is the best idea, since you have an overhead fixture anyway https://www.cb2.com/pavo-champagne-brass-double-floor-lamp/s590075?localedetail=US?a=501&campaignid=10363910345&adgroupid=103409810539&targetid=pla-1654842379411&pla_sku=590075&pcat=HSW&scid=scplp590075&sc_intid=590075&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw15eqBhBZEiwAbDomEr2IU9QiBHuRyBA_8sHgoGyxknn8D8nomk68CFjhKTgllpPlqkGSgRoCkNIQAvD_BwE I'm really on the fence about ceiling fans. Aesthetically they are problematic but given what we are facing with climate change they are optimal accessories for dealing with heat and biting bugs, and even virus pathogens (circulating air upward is protective). There are snazzier looking ones that don't break the bank, but if you have other ways of ventlating the room and the fan is truly superfluous or doesn't get used, I think I would wait until you make your other decor choices before deciding if maybe you want a relaxed ceiling fixture, like a rattan pendant, or want some sparkle, or want something noticeably contemporary Bottom line for me on ceiling fixtures is that they don't have bowls that collect dust and bugs and need to be taken down with a ladder to be cleaned (feather duster cleaning). To me the bottom line overall is that this is a room that hardly any one but your and your famly will see so you can have as much fun or spend as little money as you like. It should be easy to pull it together once you settle on a plan....See More
rubyclaire
3 years agoI, too, have pillows from a range of sources from Home Goods (mostly outdoor), Pottery Barn, RH, boutiques and Etsy. My favorites are probably the pillow covers I have made from designer fabrics on Etsy. Other sources I like are block print pillow covers from this little shop which are made to fit standard IKEA inserts: https://jshhomeessentials.com/collections/textiles
I have also purchased from OKA and found the quality to be very good.
https://www.oka.com/en-us/decor/pillows/pillow-covers/#esp_cf=Pattern&esp_pg=2
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3 years agolast modified: 3 years agoThe problem with some of these sources is they have too many choices. Same reason I'd rather look at Farrow and Ball paint than Ben Moore. I guess I feel like I need inspiration ... ie I don't know what I am looking for.
I have a huge L-shaped white cotton duck sofa, wide plank pine floors, a dark leather ottoman and chair, a 10' long greyish work bench. Walls are Pointing by FnB. I took up the rug I had there, and the stager said she didn't think I needed one so I may not buy one. So a totally blank slate.
I have these , and some solids, in my cart (thx for the PB suggestion). I like them but they don't send me. I don't want to spend a ton ... like $150 each or less. Pillows are too fragile and trendy for investment. I fell in love with a hand beaded pillow for $850 ... 10yrs later it is faded and out of date IMHO. I probably need 6 pillows for an L that seats 8?
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3 years agolast modified: 3 years agoAha! MTN, Here’s my PB covers on opposing sofas. Inserts need to be larger. I change mine too often to put out $150 each.
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3 years agobbstx, I just picked up a velvet pillow cover from Ikea. It was the color that grabbed me. 20 X 20 for $7.99.! There is also a lumbar size available and about 5 different colors. I love switching pillows out for a quick change up. This is my holiday/winter look in my adult DS's room. I made the red and white ski sweater flannel pillows in the background.
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3 years agolast modified: 3 years agoI look here, there, and everywhere for such things, and this thread made me realize I "needed" one more pillow to go with my cowhide pair on the living room sofa. Found this one (new) on Poshmark for $17 including shipping. Colors are perfect.
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3 years agoMtn honest to god I have that pillow saved in my phone! These, too. Not to put all in one room! Just the ones I happened to like.
But here’s why I have a hard time spending much on pillows. This is what one of my best pillows looks like at this moment — left this way by DH last night.
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3 years agoI have 2 of this pillow in a gray colorway. The woman who cleans for me and I silently disagree on its orientation. I put the pillow on the sofa one way; she turns them upside down; I turn them back right side up. Then I saw this IG photo. Guess who’s been doing it “right” all along!?!? Not me! 😂
I thought I posted this yesterday, but I don’t see it anywhere. Sorry if it is a duplicate post.
LynnNM
3 years agolast modified: 3 years agoWe’ve been traveling in our in fifth wheel RV for the past 5 weeks. First long trip (we just got back home here yesterday). I found these 4 throw pillow covers for our “living room’s” sofa and two easy chairs. Via Amazon. I think they work perfectly in there:
And these I also found on Amazon for our RVs bedroom. Darn it. I forgot to take a pic of the room with the bed actually made up with my new light turquoise mattlasse comforter and the pillows!
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This is what I was talking about. Where does one sit on that sofa? The only sliver of space that is un-pillowed is also the space between the cushions.
Looks good, Lynn! The whole set up looks like a lovely way to get out of the house, see nature, and be safe.sable64
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3 years agoHi Lynn, how was your trip? Pillows are perfect for there.
BBstx, i know exactly what you mean. Our sectional is particularly deep and large. But from what i read, they say 3 pillows in the corner and 2 at each end. Might be overkill!
Here is a pic. (rug is gone). Throws are used elsewhere.
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