Today’s Cool Idea comes from Jennifer of The Crowned Cottage in New Market, Minnesota. She says that one trick they’ve used at their shop (and their customers have taken to, as well) is to turn a fence post into a … Continue reading
As we head into autumn (and soon winter!), I’m thinking about plaids. There’s something cozy and warm about them… Cruising around the web, I found some great plaid-themed rooms. Houzz.com has lot of plaid decorating ideas, a few of which … Continue reading
Event Alert: Junk Bonanza is coming up next week. Although I’ve never been to the event, I’ve heard amazing things about it, and I’m excited to attend this year! There are a lot more photos, as well as information about … Continue reading
As summer comes to an end, I thought we should close it out with a few nostalgic looks at the Minnesota State Fair ~ a Labor Day weekend tradition for 153 years! Welcome to September! -Katherine
In case you missed it, KARE-11 (the Twin Cities’ NBC affiliate) featured Teresa DeJarlais of The Porch & Atelier in Buffalo turning a drab dorm room into an inviting live/study space… Watch it here: http://www.kare11.com/news/money/article/987612/329/How-to-fashion-a-dorm-room-on-the-cheap Nice job, Teresa! -Katherine
There’s no excuse for 1) empty walls or 2) cheap posters tacked/taped to the wall. I see both all too often, especially among the under-40 crowd. My advice, no my command: get yourselves to some occasional sales!! There’s a wide … Continue reading
It’s no longer Tuesday, but there is still time to preview one of the sales that starts tomorrow! Haupt Antiek Market is featuring a “Retro Chic” theme for August. Here are a few pics: Haupt Antiek Market ~ 7570 W. … Continue reading
I’m a huge fan of traveling for design inspiration, but lately I’ve been staying close to home. Earlier this summer, however, I traveled to Russia via NYC at a sweet little restaurant in Manhattan that epitomizes Nordic/Scandinavian-country style. This quaint eatery … Continue reading
Another week begins more fabulous sales…. Here’s a look at this month’s finds at The Bee Cottage in Excelsior…. Enjoy! -Katherine
The kids have been out of school for weeks now, summer is winding down and before we know it, the leaves will be falling. While the days are still (relatively) long, The Occasional Saler is going to take full advantage. … Continue reading