Category Archives: Decor

Cat Cozy: The Un-D’oh-ing

Posted on October 30, 2013 by Stacey

Previously on D’oh, I made a cat cozy that the cat couldn’t get into. I remedied that miscalculation temporarily with a skirt hanger. This kludge worked, but is obviously pretty daft. But as promised, I have applied myself to the … Continue reading →

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Where Do I Start With Pinterest?

Posted on October 28, 2013 by Stacey

See the pins, be the pins. -Jacques Pinterest. Is that place kind of addictive or what? I enjoy browsing and pinning very much, and I get a huge kick out of people pinning our projects. It’s a brilliant idea, and … Continue reading →

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Salvage Shops: Art & Architecture, Minneapolis

Posted on October 24, 2013 by Stacey

My cans! My precious antique cans! – Can collector, The Simpsons When I had my doorknob snafu last week, the Kev and I packed up the car and headed over to Art & Architecture in Minneapolis. Art & Architecture is one … Continue reading →

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Switching It Up

Posted on October 15, 2013 by Stacey

Parenting Instructor: Making a happy home isn’t like flipping on a light switch. Cletus: Light switch??  – The Simpsons Originally, there weren’t a whole lot of light switches (or, indeed, electrical outlets) in this house. Most of the lights would … Continue reading →

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Cat Cozy for a Cozy Cat

Posted on October 13, 2013 by Stacey

Tuck in time! – Marge Simpson Our cat Mayya likes to snuggle up under blankets. She will ask us to lift up the covers for her to burrow in. More amusingly, she’ll try to do it herself, which often doesn’t … Continue reading →

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You Should Seek Professional Help: Interior Designers (Part 2)

Posted on September 20, 2013 by Stacey

Last time on D’oh, I talked about what an interior designer does and how one can help plan your project. We hired an interior designer to help us with our upstairs loft space. Once we have a plan, a range … Continue reading →

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Using French Cleats to Hang Framed Art

Posted on August 23, 2013 by Stacey

You sound like you’re ready to become your own boss in the exciting world of frame-nudging! – Franchise Salesman, The Simpsons Y’all may remember that I purchased some geeky artwork for our bedroom redo. By the way, what ever happened … Continue reading →

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Carbon By Any Other Name Would Smell As Neutral

Posted on August 14, 2013 by Stacey

Ultrahouse: Say, it’s a bit stuffy in here…and I know a certain someone who really fancies lilac. Marge: Oooh, that really covers the cat crap! – The Simpsons The Kev and I both noticed a bit of online buzz around … Continue reading →

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Before and After: Ceiling Canopy Fancification

Posted on August 12, 2013 by Stacey

If your mother wasn’t so fancy, we could shop at the gas station like normal people. – Homer Simpson Just quick before we start — a shout-out to Amy at Commona My House, who selected our recent bookcase project as a feature … Continue reading →

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Before and After: Art Deco Light Fixture

Posted on August 12, 2013 by Stacey

Batting this light bulb is the only thing that cheers me up. – Homer Simpson As part of our bedroom redo, I wanted to restore and install an antique light fixture. I bought one in rough shape online. You’ve seen this puppy before. I … Continue reading →

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