We didn’t spend much at all. The big carpet cost about $70 and it is twice the size of the old one it replaces. The old one was even cheaper — and still is. I just didn’t want the same… Read More ›
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WHEN IS A BATHROOM VANITY A TALISMAN?
What makes a talisman? When I was living in Israel, I had an artist friend who gave us a couple of lovely etchings. I liked them enough to frame them. I took down the pictures that had been there only… Read More ›
DECORATING TRICKS FOR YOUR KITCHEN – BY ELLIN CURLEY
I’ve been obsessing over the news for what feels like forever. I needed a break. So I decided to step away from my iPhone and do something that made me feel happy and safe. I walked around my house. I… Read More ›
UNIQUE L.A. DECOR – ELLIN CURLEY
I recently stayed with my daughter, Sarah, in Los Angeles. I was struck by the interesting design and decor elements I saw in homes I visited. Sarah is 31. She lives in North Hollywood with a roommate. They have some… Read More ›
Interior Design: Pornography for the Heavily Mortgaged
Originally posted on Stuff my dog taught me:
This week, I finally made it to my semi-annual appointment for a dental cleaning (Can it still be called “semi annual” when you end up cancelling three times and are therefore seven months late…