Look closely.....finding meaning in a welcome mat
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What do you see and what does it mean to you?
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This forum has lost it, I mean the 'Antique' one
Comments (117)Yankees!!!!!!!!......Yankees here?......Oh my Gawd I didn't know they was Yankees here!!!!!!........:) Oh, relax, Paul! I can't speak for the others (you'll just have to watch those people! LOL), but all my people are Southern and I was born in the South, and though by circumstances was transplanted North, I was raised on Southern home training and sweet tea (didn't even know there was any other kind until college, when I started dating a real Yankee). Jim, about the Austins' prevalence: As Jeri and others have so astutely pointed out, that's just marketing. People seem to be obsessed with the Brits and their lifestyles, their names (look at the baby name trends, especially for girls), their TV shows, their movie stars, their accents... somehow, people seem to think, all things British are somehow better and of a higher, more refined and educated stature. So of course they eat up the Austin propaganda. Maybe the Germans need better press. And also, sorry to say, but some folks are just ignorant. Watching QVC the other night (oh the shame!), I saw this female host on a gardening show with this guy peddling an Austin collection. "Oh, I've never SEEN blooms like this; this is a truly EXTRAORDINARY rose." And she meant every single word. Now, we who are acquainted with the antique world know this is nothing rare or super-special, but for those who have only ever seen a hybrid tea... That's why it's up to us to educate. So maybe disdain isn't the answer, just education......See MoreQ.O.T.D.: What does your sewing room look like?
Comments (85)Hi, all I have used Garden Web for years for remodeling, never thought to use it for quilting/sewing. I am widowed now, and have 2 bedrooms, one slightly larger than 11x15, serves as a sewing room/guest room. Currently, I have a duplex bed w/frame taking up lots of wall space. My family are all out-of-state and can't visit very often. Perhaps once a year single or couple friends visit. Bed is used only occasionally. I have inflatable queen and twin size mattresses (a couple of years ago, had the family down for Christmas). I'm trying to decide whether to a) lose the bed and rely on inflatables; b) trade the bed for a double or queen-size bed which would gain some wall space, or c) deal with what I have. The room will be repainted soon; there's a very pleasant view outside the window, so the sewing machine stays there. Opposite the window wall is a closet, and a small wicker vanity on a short wall. A wicker dresser (partly seen in pic) and the entry door is opposite the bed wall. I'm left handed, so it's cut, stitch, press; from left to right. I'm looking for a better table/cabinet solution for the area, but this works for now. I'd love room for a 36" cutting table....See MoreAlmost final plans. Comments Welcome
Comments (35)Cpartist- This is just a quick idea....I know you said you wanted a slider in the kitchen, but I really wanted to play around with the banquette idea! Disregard, if you don't like.... The buffet is behind the sofa, being used as both buffet and sofa table. The big front window has a window seat with shelves/cabinets on both sides. They could be low or high...maybe with a few plants on top! The back patio is wonderful. Any chance of extending the covered portion out towards the pool just a few feet? I know you have those roofing/square footage constraints, but it might be nice to have a little more shade. It's a great plan! I know you're going to love it :) Oh, that's supposed to be columns with vines (blooming) and maybe small plant area around it. Just enough for a little color!...See Morecopper color bathroom mat
Comments (31)You are too kind. I am overwhelmed by your generosity of time and wisdom. I have studied the sketch. Thank you. Complex was built in 1980’s as a very inexpensive place. Prices are now higher but i was still able to purchase during COVID before the most recent rise. Residents have spent a lot of money on the interiors. I would like a pretty place also - but pensions don’t easily keep up with inflation. I would like to save the public area to have some “ glam” ( i overestimate myself) so no desk there. iI heeded your advice - used my “ noggin” - the lateral file will go on the patio- it is 32 x 29 . It is not a far walk. Risers will be removed.armoire - 32 x60 stays put. All the floors are porcelain tile (fake Carrera)to feel clean and spacious. All the walls are fog - I thought this would keep the space larger and more open. Should i go for a safe gray chair ? Something that looks expensive “designer” but is not with low back , lumbar support and maybe flip up arm rests - modern and light and to scale. Any suggestions for the “ look” without the price? Hidden treasures. I do not have a good “eye”. So far i will purchase -bathroom accessories - white countertop- and a desk chair. In your drawing you placed a TV in the living room. How did you know i do not have one? I use my iPad. I also need one in the master bedroom. That makes 2 TVs. Black Friday is the time to shop. However- I don’t know what size to purchase for each room. Of course, i would like a large TV - trends are gigantic but how big is too big for my apartment? What size for master bedroom -? For living room? I can research the electronic specs from reliable websites and even go to Costco. .I will face the blank wall for a while longer . You are so right about the lack of utility closet - hope to include that in the IKEA unit for patio. To think i was just looking for a rug and a junior size chair. Asking feels good when there is someone so lovely to listen. Thank you....See More
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