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		<title>Gray is the new black at IKEA</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jul 2010 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LesleyWeidenbener</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ As publisher of The Design File, I was excited to be invited to a press preview of the new IKEA products and catalog at the company’s store in West Chester, Ohio.
While there, I was struck by the emergence of the color gray – in wood tones, upholstery and textiles.
I wasn’t particularly surprised. Gray is [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/IKEAgray4.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px 0px 0px 15px; display: inline; border: 0px;" title="IKEA gray-4" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/IKEAgray4_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="IKEA gray-4" width="206" height="158" align="right" /></a> As publisher of <a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net" target="_blank">The Design File</a>, I was excited to be invited to a press preview of the new <a href="C:\Documents and Settings\newsroom\My Documents\My Pictures\2010_07_21\2010_07_21.jpg" target="_blank">IKEA</a> products and catalog at the company’s store in West Chester, Ohio.</p>
<p>While there, I was struck by the emergence of the color gray – in wood tones, upholstery and textiles.</p>
<p>I wasn’t particularly surprised. Gray is hot everywhere right now.</p>
<p>But it was interesting to see how <a href="C:%5CDocuments%20and%20Settings%5Cnewsroom%5CMy%20Documents%5CMy%20Pictures%5C2010_07_21%5C2010_07_21.jpg" target="_blank">IKEA</a> has incorporated the trend into its products and room displays.</p>
<p>As soon as you come up the store’s escalator and grab your pull cart or yellow bag, you’re struck by a gorgeous room setup that features a new color for many of the store’s wood products. It’s called gray-brown. You can see it in the dining chairs below.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/IKEAgray12.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 15px; display: block; float: none; border: 0px;" title="IKEA gray-12" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/IKEAgray12_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="IKEA gray-12" width="448" height="300" /></a>It’s a fantastic, soft color. It’s fairly light but doesn’t seem as overly contemporary as maple. And it seemed to blend so well with other colors – neutrals and brights.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/KARLSTADwovengraycover.jpg"><img style="margin: 5px 10px 10px 0px; display: inline; border-width: 0px;" title="KARLSTAD woven gray cover" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/KARLSTADwovengraycover_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="KARLSTAD woven gray cover" width="269" height="270" align="left" /></a> “It’s really been a favorite since we brought it out,” said West Chester store manager Heather Spatz.</p>
<p>You’ll see the color in so many other places as well, including the new woven gray cover for the popular KARLSTAD sofa at left.</p>
<p>The loveseat cover is $139.</p>
<p>I also loved the room below, which features an EKTORP sofa with a new gray cover as well as these EKTORP JENNYLUND chairs and covers in Samyra gray check.</p>
<p>These chair covers are $59 each.</p>
<p>The rug is ALVINE RAND and has a fantastic pattern. It’s also wonderfully affordable – $159 for one that is 7-foot 10-inches by 5-foot 7-inches.</p>
<h3><img style="margin: 15px auto 20px; display: block; float: none; border: 0px;" title="IKEA gray-6" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/IKEAgray6.jpg" border="0" alt="IKEA gray-6" width="442" height="295" /></h3>
<p>The pieces in the room below aren’t that new. But I still think they’re fantastic.</p>
<p>The chest is the five-drawer EDLAND, which has sweet little white pulls and is $299. The larger wardrobe is the PAX in Birkeland gray. It’s $340.</p>
<p>I think the drapes are RITVA but I forgot to check and can’t be sure.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/IKEAgray7.jpg"><img style="margin: 10px auto 20px; display: block; float: none; border: 0px;" title="IKEA gray-7" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/IKEAgray7_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="IKEA gray-7" width="441" height="309" /></a></p>
<p>There are so many other fantastic gray products. So I thought I’d make a collage of my favorites.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/July2010pressevent.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border: 0px;" title="July 2010 press event" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/July2010pressevent_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="July 2010 press event" width="455" height="342" /></a> Top row, from left: GISLEV rug, $19.99. VILMIE throw, $19.99. TOBIAS dining chair, $99.</p>
<p>Bottom row, from left: EXPEDIT door insert in high gloss gray, $35. OSTLIG pot, $14.99. ALVINE RÖR pillow covers, $10 for two.</p>
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		<title>Live in a cool cube and 14 acres of museum</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jul 2010 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LesleyWeidenbener</dc:creator>
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Think you could enjoy the CB2-designed bedroom and office above? I know I could. I love that bright orange wall, the yellow accents and the cool desk and chair.
But consider this: The room is a glass cube in the middle of a museum. And you would be on display, sort of an exhibit in that [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border: 0px;" title="Month At The Museum" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/monthatthemuseum2_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="Month At The Museum" width="464" height="311" /></p>
<p>Think you could enjoy the <a href="http://cb2.com" target="_blank">CB2</a>-designed bedroom and office above? I know I could. I love that bright orange wall, the yellow accents and the cool desk and chair.</p>
<p>But consider this: The room is a glass cube in the middle of a museum. And you would be on display, sort of an exhibit in that museum.</p>
<p>Now, it might be sounding a little creepy. But there are benefits: At night, when those thousands of people leave for the day, you have the whole place to yourself – all 14 acres <a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/MonthatthemuseumU505_Submarine.jpg"><img style="margin: 5px 0px 5px 15px; display: inline; border: 0px;" title="Month at the museum U505_Submarine" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/MonthatthemuseumU505_Submarine_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="Month at the museum U505_Submarine" width="322" height="211" align="right" /></a>of exhibits, including a U-505 submarine (at right) and 727 jet.</p>
<p>And did I mention there’s a $10,000 prize if you make it for 30 days and nights?</p>
<p>Hmm. Interesting.</p>
<p>OK. I know the whole premise sounds a little silly. But the prestigious <a href="http://www.msichicago.org" target="_blank">Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago</a> will offer one person the chance to do all the above.</p>
<p>The museum announced last week its new <em><a href="http://monthatthemuseum.org" target="_blank">Month at the Museum</a></em> experiment and is launching a nationwide search for someone to live at the museum 24/7 from Oct. 20 to Nov. 18.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/monthatthemuseum3.jpg"><img style="margin: 5px 0px 10px 20px; display: inline; border-width: 0px;" title="Month At The Museum" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/monthatthemuseum3_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="Month At The Museum" width="356" height="239" align="right" /></a> The museum says that after the month is up, the winner will walk away with $10,000, a package of tech gadgets that helped to record the experience, an honorary lifetime membership to MSI, and “most importantly, a host of unique memories.”</p>
<p>“It’s a once-in-a-lifetime, ultimate hands-on learning experience,” said Rob Gallas, the museum’s vice president and chief marketing officer.  “We hear so often from guests that a single visit here changed their lives. We’re curious to find out what spending an entire month here can do.”</p>
<p>The winner of an “intensive judging process” will have full run of the museum and will be <a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/Monthatthemuseumtransportationgallery.jpg"><img style="margin: 10px 0px 10px 20px; display: inline; border: 0px;" title="*temp*" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/Monthatthemuseumtransportationgallery_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="*temp*" width="344" height="344" align="right" /></a> free to sleep in the submarine or jet, lay back in the human-sized hamster wheel, or check out any number of other museum exhibits.</p>
<p>He or she will also “tell the world daily about the experiences through a blog and social media outlets like <a href="http://www.facebook.com/msichicago" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/msichicago" target="_blank">Twitter</a>.”</p>
<p><em><a href="http://monthatthemuseum.org" target="_blank">Month at the Museum</a></em> applicants must submit a 60-second video, a 5&#215;7 photo, write a 500-word essay; complete a detailed application and mail all items to the museum by Aug. 11.</p>
<p>All entrants must be 18 years or older and meet all required criteria. Additional information and applications are available at the <em><a href="http://monthatthemuseum.org" target="_blank">Month at the Museum website</a>.</em></p>
<p>“You don’t have to be a future Einstein to take part in <em>Month at the Museum</em>. Lacking basic science knowledge is not a deal-breaker,” Gallas said. “Any fun-loving, curious individual with a positive attitude who is excited to embark on this adventure and ready to share what he or she learns should apply, regardless of their own basic science knowledge.”</p>
<p>OK. Back to the <a href="http://cb2.com" target="_blank">CB2</a> bedroom/office cube, which is really what caught my eye!</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/Monthatthemuseum1.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border: 0px;" title="Month At The Museum" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/Monthatthemuseum1_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="Month At The Museum" width="452" height="303" /></a></p>
<p>Let’s check out some of this <a href="http://cb2.com" target="_blank">CB2</a> stuff…</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/MonthatthemuseumquittintimeclockCB2.jpg"><img style="margin: 5px 5px 5px 0px; display: inline; border-width: 0px;" title="Month at the museum quittin time clock CB2" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/MonthatthemuseumquittintimeclockCB2_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="Month at the museum quittin time clock CB2" width="134" height="134" align="left" /></a> Quittin’ Time clock is $79.95.</p>
<p>The Alpine white bed is $599 for the queen size.</p>
<p>The Theo bed linens run $19.95 to $109.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/monthinthemuseumMadramagazinerack60.png"><img style="display: inline; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; border-width: 0px;" title="month in the museum - Madra magazine rack $60" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/monthinthemuseumMadramagazinerack60_thumb.png" border="0" alt="month in the museum - Madra magazine rack $60" width="158" height="153" align="right" /></a>That funky Madra magazine rack is $59.95.</p>
<p>The Infinity Floor mirror is $399.</p>
<p>The Fold desk is $279.</p>
<p>The clamped Carpenter lamp is $69.95.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/monthatthemuseumscanpersimmonloungechair499.png"><img style="margin: 0px 15px 5px 0px; display: inline; border-width: 0px;" title="month at the museum - scan persimmon lounge chair $499" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/monthatthemuseumscanpersimmonloungechair499_thumb.png" border="0" alt="month at the museum - scan persimmon lounge chair $499" width="132" height="121" align="left" /></a> The Scan persimmon lounge chair is $499. (I love that chair!)</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/monthinthemuseumlaughpillow.png"><img style="margin: 10px 0px 5px 10px; display: inline; border-width: 0px;" title="month in the museum laugh pillow" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/monthinthemuseumlaughpillow_thumb.png" border="0" alt="month in the museum laugh pillow" width="162" height="161" align="right" /></a>The fun 20-inch laugh pillow is $29.95.</p>
<p>There’s so much more! You can find it all at <a href="http://cb2.com" target="_blank">CB2</a>.</p>
<p>All exhibit photos complements of the <a href="http://www.msichicago.org" target="_blank">Museum of Science and Industry</a>.</p>
<p>The Month at the Museum room photos and the transportation gallery photo are by JB Spector. The submarine photo is by Scott Brownell.</p>
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		<title>Adorable rooms for adorable little girls</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jul 2010 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LesleyWeidenbener</dc:creator>
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When I previewed the Indianapolis Meridian-Kessler Home &#38; Garden Tour at The Design File last month, I only offered a peek at the sweet little girls’ rooms in the home owned by Jessica &#38; Matt Albaugh. There were just so many beautiful rooms to see in this home and so I saved most of the [...]]]></description>
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<p>When I previewed the Indianapolis <a href="http://www.mkhometour.com/">Meridian-Kessler Home &amp; Garden Tour</a> at <a href="http://thedesignfile.net" target="_blank">The Design File</a> last month, I only offered a peek at the sweet little girls’ rooms in the home owned by Jessica &amp; Matt Albaugh. There were just <a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2010/06/meridian-kessler-beauty-on-home-tour.html" target="_blank">so many beautiful rooms to see in this home</a> and so I saved most of the photos of the kids’ rooms for a post today.</p>
<p>The Albaughs have two girls: 3-year-old Ellen and 1-year-old Kate.</p>
<p>Kate’s room (above and below) has beautiful, pale lavender walls with accents of darker purples, white and black, including the fantastic zebra-print rug shown below. I love this sophisticated but unexpected touch in a nursery!</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/MK2010kidsroom16.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 25px; display: block; float: none; border-width: 0px;" title="MK 2010 kids room-16" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/MK2010kidsroom16_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="MK 2010 kids room-16" width="324" height="484" /></a>I love the antique, painted wardrobe (shown below), which Jessica had in her room as a little girl. Not only does it provide fantastic storage, but the history makes it very special. Jessica made the terrific window treatments – in this room and in sister Ellen’s room as well.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/MK2010kidsroom22.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-width: 0px;" title="MK 2010 kids room-22" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/MK2010kidsroom22_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="MK 2010 kids room-22" width="448" height="168" /></a></p>
<p>She’s personalized both rooms with the girls’ names, using letters she found at clearance prices. I love that these are hung with ribbon.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/MK2010kidsroom10.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 25px; display: block; float: none; border-width: 0px;" title="MK 2010 kids room-10" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/MK2010kidsroom10_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="MK 2010 kids room-10" width="324" height="484" /></a></p>
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<p>There are also lots of other cute touches. Jessica made the memo board below using fabric she found on <a href="http://etsy.com" target="_blank">Etsy</a>.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/MK2010kidsroom23.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 20px; display: block; float: none; border-width: 0px;" title="MK 2010 kids room-23" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/MK2010kidsroom23_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="MK 2010 kids room-23" width="452" height="350" /></a>Sister Ellen has a pink and white room with an amazing cabinet wall that the Albaughs had custom built to make up for the room’s tiny closet. (I had a terrible time getting the color right on these photos…so I apologize. The cabinets were an off white.)</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/MK2010kidsroom2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 25px; display: block; float: none; border-width: 0px;" title="MK 2010 kids room-2" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/MK2010kidsroom2_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="MK 2010 kids room-2" width="324" height="484" /></a></p>
<p>I love the fun window seat and handmade window treatments.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/MK2010kidsroom21.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 20px; display: block; float: none; border-width: 0px;" title="MK 2010 kids room-21" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/MK2010kidsroom21_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="MK 2010 kids room-21" width="446" height="223" /></a></p>
<p>Ellen had butterflies flying above her bed, along with a couple sconces.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/MK2010kidsroom19.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 20px; display: block; float: none; border-width: 0px;" title="MK 2010 kids room-19" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/MK2010kidsroom19_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="MK 2010 kids room-19" width="449" height="188" /></a> Jessica made a memo board for Ellen as well and and hung the family photos using ribbon.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/MK2010kidsroom5.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 25px; display: block; float: none; border-width: 0px;" title="MK 2010 kids room-5" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/MK2010kidsroom5_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="MK 2010 kids room-5" width="435" height="292" /></a></p>
<p>Finally, here a photo of the girls in their basement play room. For more photos of them, the playroom and the Albaugh’s home, go to the original <a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2010/06/meridian-kessler-beauty-on-home-tour.html" target="_blank">Meridian-Kessler home tour post</a>.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/MK10playroom1.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-width: 0px;" title="MK10 playroom 1" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/MK10playroom1_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="MK10 playroom 1" width="427" height="289" /></a></p>
<p>Aren’t these rooms just full of inspiration? I love them. A special thanks to Jessica for the tour of her home and showing me the girls’ rooms.</p>
<p>Want to see other homes with great kids&#8217; rooms? Check out these posts:</p>
<h3><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2010/03/beautiful-modern-nursery-in-an-urban-condo.html">Beautiful,  modern nursery in an urban condo</a></h3>
<h3><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2009/10/fun-stylish-nursery-caps-off-modern-home.html">Fun, stylish nursery caps off modern home</a></h3>
<h3><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2009/09/diy-nursery-color-creativity-sets-nursery-apart.html">DIY  nursery: Color, creativity sets room apart</a></h3>
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		<title>Consumer Reports: Tips for a kitchen remodel</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jul 2010 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LesleyWeidenbener</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The August issue of Consumer Reports includes a comprehensive kitchen remodeling package and as a sneak peek, the magazine has given The Design File readers four simple renovation rules to follow. That means, of course, I’m going to share them here too.
“It&#8217;s a great time to remodel a kitchen &#8211; there are plum deals on [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The August issue of <a href="http://consumerreports.com" target="_blank">Consumer Reports</a> includes a comprehensive kitchen remodeling package and as a sneak peek, the magazine has given <a href="http://thedesignfile.net" target="_blank">The Design File</a> readers four simple renovation rules to follow. That means, of course, I’m going to share them here too.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/ConsumerReportskitchenrenovationcoverAug2010.jpg"><img style="margin: 5px 5px 0px 0px; display: inline; border-width: 0px;" title="Consumer Reports kitchen renovation cover Aug 2010" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/ConsumerReportskitchenrenovationcoverAug2010_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="Consumer Reports kitchen renovation cover Aug 2010" width="180" height="237" align="left" /></a>“It&#8217;s a great time to remodel a kitchen &#8211; there are plum deals on almost everything from countertops to cooktops,” the magazine says. “Contractors are eager for work and willing to negotiate.”</p>
<p>One of the first steps in planning a kitchen remodel is to determine an approximate cost.</p>
<p>For the August issue, <a href="http://consumerreports.com" target="_blank">Consumer Reports</a> took top-performing products from extensive lab tests and created three design schemes &#8211; a do-it-yourself makeover for $5,000, a plan that costs $15,000 (the average amount spent on a kitchen remodel) and a full-scale gut renovation for $50,000.</p>
<p>(The $15,000 plan is shown below, with the $50,000 plan shown under that.)</p>
<p>The design schemes are meant to give consumers a sense of how far their money will go. But the magazines said that no matter what the cost of a kitchen model, these four rules apply:</p>
<h4><strong>1. Don&#8217;t rush.</strong></h4>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/ConsumerReports15000KitchenSomeassemblyrequired.jpg"><img style="display: inline; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; border-width: 0px;" title="15-19 Kitchen Intro 08-10.indd" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/ConsumerReports15000KitchenSomeassemblyrequired_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="15-19 Kitchen Intro 08-10.indd" width="318" height="273" align="right" /></a> There are many kitchen products available that combine value, performance, and good looks. Take time &#8211; from a few weeks to several months, depending on the scope of the project &#8211; to meet with pros, browse the Internet, and visit showrooms and home centers. A recent survey of almost 3,000 Consumer Reports readers on remodeling revealed that haste can be costly &#8211; respondents who changed their mind after the work got started typically added about $1,500 to the cost of a kitchen project.</p>
<h4><strong>2. Don&#8217;t get stuck on a size.</strong></h4>
<p>Bloated showpieces are out. In addition to being expensive, huge kitchens can be exhausting to work in and keep tidy. The National Kitchen &amp; Bath Association provides guidelines for how much space should be in between appliances, cabinets, and islands. The beautiful <a href="http://hgtv.com" target="_blank">HGTV</a> kitchen at right provides lots of function without too much size.</p>
<h4><strong>3. Beware of budget busters.</strong></h4>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/ConsumerReports50000KitchenLettheprosdoit.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px 0px 5px; display: inline; border-width: 0px;" title="15-19 Kitchen Intro 08-10.indd" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/ConsumerReports50000KitchenLettheprosdoit_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="15-19 Kitchen Intro 08-10.indd" width="318" height="254" align="right" /></a>When remodeling, leave a 10 to 15 percent cushion for surprises such as unexpected structural repairs. Remodelers should not settle for a cheap option with the mindset that someday it will be replaced with what they really want &#8211; chances are they will never get around to it.</p>
<h4><strong>4. Get everything in writing.</strong></h4>
<p>When using a pro for a remodel, the written contract should list each phase of the project; every product, including the model number; and copies of each contractor&#8217;s license and workers compensation and liability insurance to confirm that they are still in effect. Call references and, if possible, visit them for a visual inspection.</p>
<p>The full report on kitchen makeovers is featured in the August issue of Consumer Reports. The issue also features a checklist of when to refurbish or replace cabinet and a list of the top small appliances based on Consumer Reports&#8217; lab tests of more than 260 products and Ratings of ranges, cooktops, wall ovens, refrigerators, dishwashers, flooring, <strong><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/ConsumerReportscabinet.jpg"><img style="display: inline; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; border-width: 0px;" title="Consumer Reports cabinet" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/ConsumerReportscabinet_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="Consumer Reports cabinet" width="332" height="238" align="right" /></a></strong>countertops and appliances stores.</p>
<p>&#8220;When remodeling a kitchen, functionality is every bit as important as style,&#8221; said Celia Kuperszmid-Lehrman, deputy home editor of Consumer Reports. &#8220;Fortunately there are many products available that look good and work well so there isn&#8217;t as much as a sacrifice as there once was.”</p>
<p>The issue of is on newsstands now and online at <a href="http://www.consumerreports.org" target="_blank">www.ConsumerReports.org</a>.</p>
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		<title>White walls but colorful rooms</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jun 2010 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LesleyWeidenbener</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Last week at The Design File,  I wrote about rooms with bright wall paint, but that’s not the only way to have a vibrant space.
You can create an amazingly colorful home with furniture and accessories. And sometimes, that’s more chic.
After all, there’s something so clean and stylish about stark white walls – especially when [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/.a/6a0112793ddf7b28a40133f1e48213970b-pi"><img style="margin: 10px 0px 0px 10px;" title="BHG white walls &amp; colorful art" src="http://www.thedesignfile.net/.a/6a0112793ddf7b28a40134850a1008970c-pi" border="0" alt="BHG white walls &amp; colorful art" width="306" height="406" align="right" /></a> Last week at <a href="http://thedesignfile.net" target="_blank">The Design File</a>,  I wrote about <a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2010/06/a-trend-for-summer-bright-wall-paint.html">rooms with bright wall paint</a>, but that’s not the only way to have a vibrant space.</p>
<p>You can create an amazingly colorful home with furniture and accessories. And sometimes, that’s more chic.</p>
<p>After all, there’s something so clean and stylish about stark white walls – especially when they’re livened up with fantastic art, pillows, rugs and other items.</p>
<p>The <a href="http://bhg.com">BHG</a> room at right has white walls as well as neutral flooring and furniture. But the art, glass and pillows really bring this space to life.</p>
<p>It feels as dynamic and vivid as if the walls had been painted yellow or orange.</p>
<p>I love it!</p>
<p>The room below – featured in <a href="http://www.myhomeideas.com/">Cottage Living</a> and photographed by <a href="http://www.rogerdaviesphotography.com/">Roger Davies</a> – shows how you can take just one color and liven up an otherwise white room. The geometric art, rug and lamps add layers of texture, even though there is nearly no variety in the colors. The photo is now featured on <a href="http://myhomeideas.com">MyHomeIdeas.com</a>.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/.a/6a0112793ddf7b28a40134850a1018970c-pi"><img style="margin: 0px auto 20px; display: block; float: none;" title="MyHomeIdeas white walls with yellow" src="http://www.thedesignfile.net/.a/6a0112793ddf7b28a40133f1e48232970b-pi" border="0" alt="MyHomeIdeas white walls with yellow" width="382" height="484" /></a> In <a href="http://bhg.com">BHG</a> room below, the colorful, striped rug sets the tone for a fun, beachy room that is full of blues, reds, greens and even orange.</p>
<p>In this case, the walls are white and the art is fairly subtle. The color is added in all the great accessories – even the books stacked on the simple side table.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/.a/6a0112793ddf7b28a40133f1e48244970b-pi"><img style="margin: 0px auto 25px; display: block; float: none;" title="BHG white walls &amp; colorful accessories" src="http://www.thedesignfile.net/.a/6a0112793ddf7b28a40134850a1037970c-pi" border="0" alt="BHG white walls &amp; colorful accessories" width="364" height="484" /></a> In the room below, a kitchen with white walls and cabinets is given incredible life with a bright red wooden floors. This would be a fantastic idea in any room with hardwood floors that are in poor condition – and it’s easier and cheaper than refinishing them.</p>
<p>This kitchen was featured in <a href="http://southernliving.com">Southern Living</a> and is now at <a href="http://MyHomeIdeas.com">MyHomeIdeas.com</a>.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/.a/6a0112793ddf7b28a40134850a1046970c-pi"><img style="margin: 0px auto 20px; display: block; float: none;" title="Southern Living kitchen with red floor MyHomeIdeas" src="http://www.thedesignfile.net/.a/6a0112793ddf7b28a40134850a1055970c-pi" border="0" alt="Southern Living kitchen with red floor MyHomeIdeas" width="379" height="484" /></a>Kids’ rooms are among the places it’s most tempting to paint the walls.</p>
<p>But check out the fun room I found at the always inspiring <a href="http://LightLocations.com">Light Locations</a>. The colorful flags, vibrant rugs and great textiles keep your eye moving all over this exciting bedroom.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/.a/6a0112793ddf7b28a40133f1e4827b970b-pi"><img style="margin: 0px auto 15px; display: block; float: none;" title="Light Locations white walls &amp; colorful accessories" src="http://www.thedesignfile.net/.a/6a0112793ddf7b28a40133f1e4828c970b-pi" border="0" alt="Light Locations white walls &amp; colorful accessories" width="453" height="284" /></a> Finally, look at the fun nursery below – with its bright orange crib, colorful wall art and great rug. It’s perfect for a boy or a girl. It’s from <a href="http://hgtv.com">HGTV</a> and was featured on <a href="http://www.ohdeedoh.com/">Apartment Therapy’s Ohdeedoh</a>.<em></em></p>
<p><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/.a/6a0112793ddf7b28a40133f1e48292970b-pi"><img style="margin: 0px auto 20px; display: block; float: none;" title="white nusery HGTV &amp; ohdeedoh" src="http://www.thedesignfile.net/.a/6a0112793ddf7b28a40134850a107e970c-pi" border="0" alt="white nusery HGTV &amp; ohdeedoh" width="449" height="299" /></a></p>
<p><strong>So are you won over by white walls? Or do you prefer your color comes from paint?</strong></p>
<p>Want to see other ideas for adding colors? Check these out:</p>
<h5><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2010/06/a-trend-for-summer-bright-wall-paint.html">A trend for summer: Bright wall paint</a></h5>
<h5><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2010/06/rooms-inspired-by-nature.html">Rooms inspired by nature</a></h5>
<h5><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2010/05/more-orange-a-beautiful-accent-too.html">More orange &#8211; a beautiful accent too</a></h5>
<h5><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2010/01/pink-rooms.html">Pretty in pink &#8212; even in your living room</a></h5>
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		<title>A trend for summer: Bright wall paint</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 22 Jun 2010 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LesleyWeidenbener</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ 
 Vivid walls colors are one of this summer’s hot trends, according to HGTV. And so I went on a hunt for some spicy rooms to show you. here and over at The Design File.
How about this fun turquoise teen bedroom featured on BHG. The pink accents really set off the already bright wall [...]]]></description>
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<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/BHGpinkturquoisebedroom.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px 0px 15px 15px; display: inline; border: 0px;" title="BHG pink &amp; turquoise bedroom" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/BHGpinkturquoisebedroom_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="BHG pink &amp; turquoise bedroom" width="239" height="312" align="right" /></a> Vivid walls colors are one of this summer’s hot trends, according to <a href="http://hgtv.com" target="_blank">HGTV</a>. And so I went on a hunt for some spicy rooms to show you. here and over at <a href="http://thedesignfile.net" target="_blank">The Design File</a>.</p>
<p>How about this fun turquoise teen bedroom featured on <a href="http://bhg.com" target="_blank">BHG</a>. The pink accents really set off the already bright wall colors.</p>
<p>I admire anyone willing to go a little crazy and paint a room a bright, bold color like this – although it’s completely appropriate in a teen’s room like this.</p>
<p>Actually, I think it’s appropriate anyplace you want to use a bright color – as long as you balance it out with some neutrals.</p>
<p>In the room at right, the bright colors are balanced out by the white furnishings.</p>
<p>White also balances the bright gold walls in the <a href="http://bhg.com" target="_blank">BHG</a> room below.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/BHGgoldwalls.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 5px; display: block; float: none; border-width: 0px;" title="BHG gold walls" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/BHGgoldwalls_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="BHG gold walls" width="408" height="537" /></a></p>
<p>This bright pink bathroom by designer <a href="http://www.cindyaplanalp.com/" target="_blank">Cindy Aplanalp</a> is one of the rooms that <a href="http://hgtv.com" target="_blank">HGTV</a> used to illustrate its online feature about the hot colors trend. HGTV says <a href="http://www.prattandlambert.com/" target="_blank">Pratt &amp; Lambert&#8217;s</a> Fuchsia Bright would achieve a similar look.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/CindyAplanalphotpinkbath.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 5px; display: block; float: none; border-width: 0px;" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/CindyAplanalphotpinkbath_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="" width="482" height="366" /></a></p>
<p>This kitchen – featured in <a href="http://myhomeideas.com" target="_blank">Cottage Living</a> and available at <a href="http://myhomeideas.com" target="_blank">MyHomeIdeas.com</a> – has great gold walls but it’s the bright blue ceiling that I adore. This photo is by Roger Davies.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/CottageLivingMyHomeIdeasbyRogerDavieskitchen.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-width: 0px;" title="Cottage Living MyHomeIdeas by Roger Davies kitchen" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/CottageLivingMyHomeIdeasbyRogerDavieskitchen_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="Cottage Living MyHomeIdeas by Roger Davies kitchen" width="389" height="500" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://hgtv.com" target="_blank">HGTV</a> also featured photo by designer <a href="http://www.riehldesigns.com" target="_blank">Shelly Riehl David</a>, who used a pale avocado “to create a fresh and inviting atmosphere.” HGTV suggests <a href="http://dutchboy.com" target="_blank">Dutch Boy&#8217;</a>s Marsh Green to achieve a similar look,” HGTV says.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/ShellyRiehlDavidroomsinavocado.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-width: 0px;" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/ShellyRiehlDavidroomsinavocado_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="" width="477" height="362" /></a></p>
<p>Finally, I love the way <a href="http://www.interiorsbystudiom.com/" target="_blank">Studio M</a> combined these bright yellow walls with a turquoise bed and this incredibly colorful quilt to create an unforgettable room.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/StudioMbrightbedroom.jpg"><img style="border: 0px none; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" title="Studio M bright bedroom" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/StudioMbrightbedroom_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="Studio M bright bedroom" width="489" height="327" /></a></p>
<p>Want some more color ideas? Check these posts about paint colors:</p>
<h5><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2009/11/olympic-unveils-beautiful-audubon-color-palettes.html">Olympic unveils beautiful Audubon color palettes</a></h5>
<h5><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2010/04/color-trends-for-kids-rooms.html">Color trends for kids&#8217; rooms</a></h5>
<h5><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2010/01/pretty-in-purple-lavender-and-aubergine.html">Pretty in purple, lavender and aubergine</a></h5>
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		<title>Shades of blue: Don&#8217;t be too matchy-matchy</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 2010 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LesleyWeidenbener</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Over at The Design File, we’ve talked about the fact that  turquoise is the Pantone color of the year, but it may actually be a combination of turquoise and blues that really makes things seem effortless.
“The classic color combination of blue and white will never go out of style,” reports  MyHomeIdeas.com. “But the modern [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Over at <a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net" target="_blank">The Design File</a>, we’ve talked about the fact that  <a href="http://www.pantone.com/pages/myp_mypantone/mypinfo.aspx?ca=75&amp;pg=20706" target="_blank">turquoise is the Pantone color of the year</a>, but it may actually be a combination of turquoise and blues that really makes things seem effortless.</p>
<p>“The classic color combination of blue and white will never go out of style,” reports <a href="http://www.myhomeideas.com/decorating/design-ideas/new-ways-with-blue-10000001830304/" target="_blank"><img style="margin: 10px 0px 10px 15px; display: inline; border: 0px;" title="blue dining area BHG" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/bluediningareaBHG.jpg" border="0" alt="blue dining area BHG" width="273" height="273" align="right" /> MyHomeIdeas.com</a>. “But the modern way to use blue is a confident mix of related colors: turquoise, aqua, cobalt, and robin’s egg all layered for an easy, fresh look.”</p>
<p>Look at the contemporary room at right from <a href="http://bhg.com" target="_blank">BHG</a>.</p>
<p>The shades of blue – sky blue, cobalt and gray-blue – all come from the abstract painting in the dining area.</p>
<p>The painting just brings together all the various shades, making the mismatch intentional.</p>
<p>But you don’t necessarily need art or a pattern or some other accent to bring it together. You can use a whole palette of blue shades and still have a cohesive room.</p>
<p>Look at the bedroom below from Southern Accents and now on <a href="http://myhomeideas.com" target="_blank">MyHomeIdeas.com</a>. The photo by <a href="http://www.rogerdaviesphotography.com" target="_blank">Roger Davies</a> shows just how many shades this designer used – in the headboard, the pillows, the dhurrie rug, even the curtains. And then that lamp is the perfect pop of turquoise.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/bluebedroomSouthernAccentsbyRogerDaviesMyHomeIdeas.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border: 0px;" title="blue bedroom Southern Accents by Roger Davies MyHomeIdeas" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/bluebedroomSouthernAccentsbyRogerDaviesMyHomeIdeas_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="blue bedroom Southern Accents by Roger Davies MyHomeIdeas" width="400" height="419" /></a></p>
<p>The country living below from <a href="http://myhomeideas.com" target="_blank">All You</a> also brings together a large number of blue shades for a completely different – yet still quite cohesive – look. In this case, the colors are largely pulled from the beautiful patchwork quilt.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/bluelivingroomAllYouMyHomeIdeas.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border: 0px;" title="blue living room AllYou MyHomeIdeas" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/bluelivingroomAllYouMyHomeIdeas_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="blue living room AllYou MyHomeIdeas" width="362" height="454" /></a></p>
<p>I really love that in the Bohemian-chic room from <a href="http://bhg.com" target="_blank">BHG</a> below the turquoise sheers are used with the sky blue wall. I would not have thought to do it but the result – particularly when combined with the orange accents and yet another shade of blue in the rug – is modern and fun.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/bluebohemianchicBHG.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-width: 0px;" title="blue - bohemian chic BHG" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/bluebohemianchicBHG_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="blue - bohemian chic BHG" width="320" height="420" /></a></p>
<p>Finally, the <a href="http://myhomeideas.com" target="_blank">Coastal Living</a> bedroom below combines a pale aqua with cobalt – and leaves the walls white so the blues become the focal point. The photo at <a href="http://myhomeideas.com" target="_blank">MyHomeIdeas.com</a> was taken by <a href="http://www.jsavagegibson.com/" target="_blank">Savage Gibson</a>.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/bluebedroomJSavageGibsonCoastalLivingMyHomeIdeas.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border: 0px;" title="blue bedroom J Savage Gibson Coastal Living MyHomeIdeas" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/bluebedroomJSavageGibsonCoastalLivingMyHomeIdeas_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="blue bedroom J Savage Gibson Coastal Living MyHomeIdeas" width="367" height="459" /></a></p>
<h3>Want more color ideas for your home? Try out these posts:</h3>
<h5><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2010/05/more-orange-a-beautiful-accent-too.html">More orange &#8211; a beautiful accent too</a></h5>
<h5><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2010/05/black-and-white-rooms-to-honor-the-indy-500.html">Black and white rooms to honor the Indy 500</a></h5>
<h5><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2010/04/color-trends-for-kids-rooms.html">Color trends for kids&#8217; rooms</a></h5>
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		<title>Add a little extra counter space in the kitchen</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 09 Jun 2010 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LesleyWeidenbener</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[My sister is moving with her husband and my adorable nieces to Fort Wayne, a great city in northeast Indiana where they’ve rented a beautiful old house that will be perfect for them  in most every way – save the kitchen.
That’s not a complaint. The kitchen is functional, my sister says.
But like many old [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>My sister is moving with her husband and my adorable nieces to <a href="http://www.visitfortwayne.com/" target="_blank">Fort Wayne</a>, a great city in northeast Indiana where they’ve rented a beautiful old house that will be perfect for them <a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/dresserturnedislandbhgviaCurbly1.jpg"><img style="margin: 10px 0px 10px 15px; display: inline; border-width: 0px;" title="dresser turned island bhg via Curbly-1" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/dresserturnedislandbhgviaCurbly1_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="dresser turned island bhg via Curbly-1" width="277" height="412" align="right" /></a> in most every way – save the kitchen.</p>
<p>That’s not a complaint. The kitchen is functional, my sister says.</p>
<p>But like many old houses, it lacks for counter space. So although she hasn’t officially moved yet from Wisconsin to the great Hoosier state, she’s already on the lookout for a good kitchen cart or small island to give her just a little more space for food prep.</p>
<p>So over at <a href="http://thedesignfile.net" target="_blank">The Design File</a>, I thought I’d help out a little, both with some affordable options and some fun DIY projects, including the colorful dresser-turned-island shown at right.</p>
<p>It’s a project from <a href="http://bhg.com" target="_blank">Better Homes and Gardens</a>, which was also featured at the always-helpful <a href="http://curbly.com" target="_blank">Curbly blog</a>.</p>
<p>I love this island because it would be so easy to replicate. Small dressers like this are really affordable at thrift stores and garage sales. Add some casters, a paint job and a counter top (you can probably pick up a remnant piece) and you’ve got extra storage and counter space in the kitchen.</p>
<p>The <a href="http://www.bhg.com" target="_blank">BHG</a> photo below (which I first saw at <a href="http://apartmenttherapy.com" target="_blank">Apartment Therapy</a>) also features repurposed furniture – this time an old catalog cabinet used as an island. It’s gorgeous and I think those tall drawers could be used for lots of kitchen items.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/BHGcardfileislandviaApartmentTherapy.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border: 0px;" title="BHG card file island via Apartment Therapy" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/BHGcardfileislandviaApartmentTherapy_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="BHG card file island via Apartment Therapy" width="447" height="447" /></a></p>
<p>Regular readers may remember the photo below from an earlier post about the Curbly book &#8220;<a href="http://curbly.com/make-it-second-hand-chic">Make It! Second Hand Chic.&#8221;</a> It shows you how to turn a filing cabinet into a kitchen cart. It’s a much more modern, even industrial look.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/filingcabinetkitchencartSecondHandChic1.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-width: 0px;" title="filing cabinet kitchen cart Second Hand Chic-1" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/filingcabinetkitchencartSecondHandChic1_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="filing cabinet kitchen cart Second Hand Chic-1" width="271" height="346" /></a></p>
<p>I also found this great <a href="http://bhg.com" target="_blank">BHG</a> photo that also uses dressers to create a really nice sized island. It would be great to find a matching pair of unfinished dressers to make this piece.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/diyideasbhgdresserasisland.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-width: 0px;" title="diy ideas bhg dresser as island" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/diyideasbhgdresserasisland_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="diy ideas bhg dresser as island" width="455" height="455" /></a></p>
<p>Of course, we all don’t have the time to make our own dresser. And because my sister is moving and running after 20-month old twins, I really don’t think she does! So I looked for <a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/FoldingIslandWalnutFinishKitchenCartButcherBlockTopqvc165.jpg"><img style="margin: 5px 0px 0px 20px; display: inline; border-width: 0px;" title="Folding Island Walnut Finish Kitchen Cart-ButcherBlockTop qvc $165" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/FoldingIslandWalnutFinishKitchenCartButcherBlockTopqvc165_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="Folding Island Walnut Finish Kitchen Cart-ButcherBlockTop qvc $165" width="263" height="188" align="right" /></a> some kitchen carts she could purchase for less than $200.</p>
<p>I love this little walnut-finish fold-up cart from QVC for $165.</p>
<p>It’s got two shelves, towel rack and wheels. And look how narrow it becomes when it’s folded.</p>
<p>You could slide it in next to the fridge or hang it on the inside pantry door so you could pull it out only when needed.</p>
<p>I’d get one for my kitchen, but I don’t even have a space to slip it into!</p>
<p>Here are some other options<a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/kitchencarts1.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-width: 0px;" title="kitchen carts-1" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/kitchencarts1_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="kitchen carts-1" width="427" height="480" /></a></p>
<p>1. Red mobile kitchen cart, $199, <a href="http://overstock.com" target="_blank">Overstock</a></p>
<p>2. Preston Hollow kitchen cart, $169, <a href="http://walmart.com" target="_blank">Walmart.com</a></p>
<p>3. Home Styles Prep &amp; Serve, $156, <a href="http://amazon.com" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p>
<p>4. FÖRHÖJA kitchen cart, $99.99, <a href="http://ikea.com" target="_blank">IKEA</a></p>
<h3>Need some other ideas for your kitchen? Check out these:</h3>
<h5><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2010/05/wood-beams-add-warmth-to-a-kitchen.html">Wood beams add warmth to a kitchen</a></h5>
<h5><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2009/06/kitchen-redo-from-local-designer-nikki-sutton.html">Kitchen redo from local designer Nikki Sutton</a></h5>
<h5><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2010/02/green-kitchens-the-color-not-the-eco-trend.html">Green kitchens &#8211; the color, not the eco trend</a></h5>
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		<title>A colorful kids room to inspire your own design</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2010 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LesleyWeidenbener</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Over at The Design File, I love posting about fun and colorful kids’ bedrooms. A little boy or girl’s room is one of those places where you can go a little crazy with color and accessories.
That’s one of the reasons I love this bedroom by Studio M, home of some very talented folks in Tampa, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Over at <a href="http://thedesignfile.net" target="_blank">The Design File</a>, I love posting about fun and colorful kids’ bedrooms. A little boy or girl’s room is one of those places where you can go a little crazy with color and accessories.</p>
<p>That’s one of the reasons I love this bedroom by <a href="http://www.interiorsbystudiom.com" target="_blank">Studio M</a>, home of some very talented folks in Tampa, Florida.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.interiorsbystudiom.com"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border: 0px;" title="Studio M colorful girls bedroom" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/StudioMcolorfulgirlsbedroom.jpg" border="0" alt="Studio M colorful girls bedroom" width="436" height="287" /></a></p>
<p>The combination of colors – the soft orange, spring green and hot pink – is perfect for a girl. I love the <a style="float: right;" onclick="window.open(this.href,'_blank','scrollbars=no,resizable=yes,toolbar=no,directories=no,location=no,menubar=no,status=no,left=0,top=0'); return false" href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/.a/6a0112793ddf7b28a401348138aaeb970c-popup"><img class="asset asset-image at-xid-6a0112793ddf7b28a401348138aaeb970c " style="border: 1px solid black; margin: 11px; width: 223px; height: 334px;" title="Studio M bedroom second view" src="http://www.thedesignfile.net/.a/6a0112793ddf7b28a401348138aaeb970c-320wi" alt="Studio M bedroom second view" /></a> idea of the matching twin beds – great for a sleepover with a best friend.</p>
<p>Plus, there are so many fun elements: The pretty chandelier with just the right amount of crystal and glass. The pink wicker chair and bright green cushion. That magenta, fuzzy floor pillow and pink paper lantern. And of course those gorgeous painted wood beds with the little fish on the posts.</p>
<p>&#8220;My favorite room,&#8221; said Studio M&#8217;s Tom Wiebe. &#8220;It’s the &#8217;surfer girl&#8217; daughter’s room inside a 4,000 square foot luxury beach vacation residence on Reddington Beach, Florida.&#8221;</p>
<p>The wonderful beds are from <a href="http://www.russellmackenna.com" target="_blank">Russell &amp; Mackenna</a>, where you can have pieces custom made with your choice of colors and finials. But you pay for it. These beds start at $2,160.</p>
<p>The dresser &#8211; with drawers, cubbies, glass knobs and a special paint finish &#8211; is also from <a href="http://www.russellmackenna.com" target="_blank">Russell &amp; Mackenna</a>. The base cost of the dresser is also $2,600.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.interiorsbystudiom.com/" target="_blank">Studio M</a> also found pieces for the room at the beautiful <a href="http://mainecottage.com" target="_blank">Maine Cottage</a>.</p>
<p>Wouldn&#8217;t it be great to have a room like this for your kids? But not everyone can afford it!</p>
<p>Don&#8217;t fret. You don’t have to be a designer or spend a fortune to copy the idea – especially if you’re willing to do a little work <a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/StudioMkidsroom.jpg"><img style="margin: 20px 0px 0px; display: inline; border-width: 0px;" title="Studio M kids room" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/StudioMkidsroom_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="Studio M kids room" width="122" height="137" align="right" /></a>yourself.</p>
<p>Here are some ways to try:</p>
<h4><strong>Start with some great wall colors.</strong></h4>
<p>I picked Hep Green and Tango from <a href="http://sherwin-williams.com" target="_blank">Sherwin-Williams</a> but you can probably find something similar from almost any paint brand.</p>
<h4><strong><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/FJELLSEbedfromIKEA401.jpg"><img style="display: inline; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; border-width: 0px;" title="FJELLSE bed from IKEA $40-1" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/FJELLSEbedfromIKEA401_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="FJELLSE bed from IKEA $40-1" width="238" height="156" align="left" /></a> Pick up a simple, unfinished bed.</strong></h4>
<p>I found this FJELLSE bed at <a href="http://ikea.com" target="_blank">IKEA</a> for just $39.99. It lacks the posts of the <a href="http://www.interiorsbystudiom.com">Studio M</a> bed. But add some bright orange paint – spray it or roll it on – and you’ve got the base of a great room.</p>
<p>You could even add a couple little wooden fish from the craft store to the headboard. Leave them natural or paint in a contrasting color.</p>
<h4><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/TieDyeBedInABagComforterPinkTarget90.jpg"><img style="display: inline; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; border-width: 0px;" title="Tie Dye Bed In A Bag Comforter - Pink - Target $90" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/TieDyeBedInABagComforterPinkTarget90_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="Tie Dye Bed In A Bag Comforter - Pink - Target $90" width="187" height="187" align="right" /></a><strong>Find a bright pink quilt.</strong></h4>
<p>I picked this Tie Dye Bed In A Bag Comforter in Pink from <a href="http://target.com" target="_blank">Target</a> because of its colors, particularly the touch of orange.</p>
<p>The <a href="http://www.interiorsbystudiom.com">Studio M</a> room has floral spreads with green trim, but I think these also would look very young and hip. Also, the entire set – which includes the comforter, sheets and sham – is just $89.99. That’s hard to beat!</p>
<h4><strong>Look for an affordable wicker chair to paint.</strong></h4>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/WilsonFisherresinwickerstackchair15BigLogs1.jpg"><img style="display: inline; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; border-width: 0px;" title="Wilson &amp; Fisher resin wicker stack chair $15 Big Logs-1" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/WilsonFisherresinwickerstackchair15BigLogs1_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="Wilson &amp; Fisher resin wicker stack chair $15 Big Logs-1" width="124" height="146" align="left" /></a> My first suggestion would be to hit your favorite thrift store looking for a chair to paint. I think you could find something really close to the chair in the <a href="http://www.interiorsbystudiom.com">Studio M</a> room and then hit it with some pink spray paint.</p>
<p>But if you’re going new and trying to save dollars, try this Wilson &amp; Fisher Resin Wicker Stack Chair from <a href="http://biglots.com" target="_blank">Big Lots</a>. It’s much simpler <a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/Krylonplasticwatermelonpaint.gif"><img style="margin: 10px 0px 0px 10px; display: inline; border-width: 0px;" title="Krylon plastic watermelon paint" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/Krylonplasticwatermelonpaint_thumb.gif" border="0" alt="Krylon plastic watermelon paint" width="64" height="64" align="right" /></a>than the cute chair in the <a href="http://www.interiorsbystudiom.com">Studio M</a> room but this one is $15!</p>
<p>I would paint mine with this <a href="http://krylon.com">Krylon</a> Fusion for Plastic paint in watermelon. It’s a very different pink than the one in the Studio M room, but I think it would look good with the comforter I picked above and with my other paint colors.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/minnenpendantlamp20IKEA1.jpg"><img style="display: inline; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; border-width: 0px;" title="minnen pendant lamp $20 IKEA-1" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/minnenpendantlamp20IKEA1_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="minnen pendant lamp $20 IKEA-1" width="116" height="209" align="left" /></a></p>
<h4><strong>Find a fun chandelier.</strong></h4>
<p>I love the <a href="http://www.interiorsbystudiom.com">Studio M</a> chandelier. It doesn’t look like a piece made for a kids’ room. It looks like a foyer pendant and is really gorgeous.</p>
<p>I picked something a little less serious. This is the MINNEN chandelier from <a href="http://ikea.com">IKEA</a> and is $19.99. It’s got some multi-colored beads and “crystals” and a single, simple light.</p>
<p>It’s not as glamorous as the one in our inspiration room but the price is right!</p>
<h4><strong>Pick the perfect floor pillow.</strong></h4>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/beachandflipflopbeanbagchair130Panioloshopetsy1.jpg"><img style="margin: 5px 0px 10px 10px; display: inline; border-width: 0px;" title="beach and flip flop bean bag chair $130 Paniolo shop etsy-1" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/beachandflipflopbeanbagchair130Panioloshopetsy1_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="beach and flip flop bean bag chair $130 Paniolo shop etsy-1" width="196" height="192" align="right" /></a>I’m really jealous of that fantastic, furry floor pillow in the <a href="http://www.interiorsbystudiom.com">Studio M</a> bedroom. It’s so adorable and looks incredibly comfortable for hanging out on the floor.</p>
<p>I just couldn’t find anything like it.</p>
<p>So instead, I started looking at poufs on <a href="http://etsy.com" target="_blank">Etsy</a> and found several that might look good in the room. There was a great, affordable one at the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/elevenEleveneE" target="_blank">elevenEleven eE</a> shop for $45.</p>
<p>But ultimately, I picked the bean bag chair at right from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Paniolo">Paniolo&#8217;s shop</a> on Etsy. It’s $130 but I think the beachy look and the flip-flop fabric would look cool with the rug I picked below.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/SurfboardRugPink40Target1.jpg"><img style="display: inline; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; border-width: 0px;" title="Surfboard Rug - Pink $40 Target-1" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/SurfboardRugPink40Target1_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="Surfboard Rug - Pink $40 Target-1" width="106" height="170" align="left" /></a></p>
<h4><strong>Get a coordinating rug</strong></h4>
<p>The rug in the <a href="http://www.interiorsbystudiom.com">Studio M</a> room is really cool and brings together all the fun colors in the room. I also love the shapes.</p>
<p>I found this Surfboard Rug in pink and green for $39.99 from <a href="http://target.com" target="_blank">Target</a>. I think two of them would mimic the shapes on the <a href="http://www.interiorsbystudiom.com">Studio M</a> rug while bringing an interesting element into the room.</p>
<h4><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/BARNSLIGmirrorfromIKEA20.jpg"><img style="display: inline; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; border-width: 0px;" title="BARNSLIG mirror from IKEA $20" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/BARNSLIGmirrorfromIKEA20_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="BARNSLIG mirror from IKEA $20" width="201" height="201" align="right" /></a><strong>Make/Buy a wall mirror.</strong></h4>
<p>This would be a great opportunity to buy a flea market mirror and paint it up to match the room. You could add some stars or buy some wood cutouts a the craft store to decorate your mirror.</p>
<p>If you don’t want to go that route, I found this cool BARNSLIG wall mirror at for $19.99 at <a href="http://ikea.com" target="_blank">IKEA</a>. It’s a great color for the room…except that you might have to adjust which colors you paint which walls to make it pop. Fortunately, with all these colors going on, just about any adjustment will work!</p>
<h4><strong>Find a bargain on a paper lantern.</strong></h4>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/ParallelRibbedFuchsia12InchRoundPaperLantern5amazon.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px 10px 0px 0px; display: inline; border-width: 0px;" title="Parallel Ribbed Fuchsia 12-Inch Round Paper Lantern $5 amazon" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/ParallelRibbedFuchsia12InchRoundPaperLantern5amazon_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="Parallel Ribbed Fuchsia 12-Inch Round Paper Lantern $5 amazon" width="115" height="115" align="left" /></a> Since we’re shopping <a href="http://ikea.com" target="_blank">IKEA</a> anyway, I’d pick up a pendant HEMMA cord set for $3.99 and then get this Parallel Ribbed Fuchsia 12-Inch Round Paper Lantern from <a href="http://amazon.com" target="_blank">Amazon</a> for $5. Then I&#8217;d hang it from the corner of the room.</p>
<p>It’s certainly not the fun shape of the one in the <a href="http://www.interiorsbystudiom.com">Studio M</a> room but the idea is the same and the price is right! It’s less than $10 for the light and doesn’t need to be hardwired.</p>
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<p><strong><strong>Get creative with a dresser.</strong></strong></p>
<p>The dresser in this room is incredibly <a onclick="window.open( this.href, '_blank', 'width=640,height=480,scrollbars=no,resizable=no,toolbar=no,directories=no,location=no,menubar=no,status=no,left=0,top=0' ); return false" href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/.a/6a0112793ddf7b28a401348138d1e4970c-popup"><img class="alignleft" src="http://www.thedesignfile.net/.a/6a0112793ddf7b28a401348138d1e4970c-320wi" alt="Studio M kids room-1" width="83" height="123" /></a>special and custom designed. That means finding a replacement would be tough. Once again, I&#8217;d  head to the thrift store to find a chest of drawers you could repaint &#8212; either with a solid color or by trying a special paint treatment.</p>
<p>With all the white trim in the room, you could also get a white dresser &#8211; I love this KOPPANG three-drawer dresser from <a href="http://ikea.com" target="_blank">IKEA</a> for only $99- and you could spice it up with some fancy knobs.</p>
<p>I might try something like these pretty prism knobs for $10 each from <a href="http://anthropologie.com" target="_blank">Anthropologie</a> or the fun seashell knob for $5 each from <a href="http://www.coolknobsandpulls.com" target="_blank">Cool Knobs and Pulls</a>.</p>
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<h4><strong>Finally…</strong></h4>
<p>It may seem intimidating, but I really think you could do it – without emptying your bank account or hiring a designer.</p>
<p>But, of course, that’s because we’ve got the fun <a href="http://www.interiorsbystudiom.com">Studio M</a> room to copy! Thanks to the folks there – Michelle Jennings Wiebe, Tom Wiebe and Lisa Clark – for letting <a href="http://thedesignfile.net" target="_blank">The Design File</a> post the photo of the room and use it as our inspiration!</p>
<p>Want some more kids’ room ideas? How about these…</p>
<h5><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2009/11/tip-creating-a-bedroom-for-a-brother-sister.html">Creating a shared bedroom for a brother &amp; sister</a></h5>
<h5><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2010/01/more-from-ikea-new-stuff-for-your-kids.html">More from IKEA: New stuff for your kids</a></h5>
<h5><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2009/09/diy-nursery-color-creativity-sets-nursery-apart.html">DIY nursery: Color, creativity sets room apart</a></h5>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Typically at The Design File, you’ll find me highlighting all that’s new and fun at some independent, local store or a shop I’ve discovered while visiting another town. But on Sunday, I did some clothes shopping  with friends at Kohl’s and made a swing through the home section to see what’s new.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/SonomaPoolPartytabletop220kohls.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px 0px 0px 10px; display: inline; border-width: 0px;" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/SonomaPoolPartytabletop220kohls_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="" width="251" height="328" align="right" /></a> Typically at <a href="http://thedesignfile.net" target="_blank">The Design File</a>, you’ll find me highlighting all that’s new and fun at some independent, local store or a shop I’ve discovered while visiting another town. But on Sunday, I did some clothes shopping <a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/colorfulwashtowels.jpg"><img style="margin: 5px 10px 5px 0px; display: inline; border-width: 0px;" title="colorful wash towels" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/colorfulwashtowels_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="colorful wash towels" width="175" height="110" align="left" /></a> with friends at <a href="http://kohls.com" target="_blank">Kohl’s</a> and made a swing through the home section to see what’s new.</p>
<p>I found some fantastic home accessories that would be great for bringing a little summer into your home.</p>
<p>I love the bright orange and white dishes and goblets at right. They’re part of the Sonoma Outdoors Pool Party Tabletop collection, with sale prices ranging from $2 to $20.</p>
<p>Nearby, I found more fantastic dishes meant for the outdoors. Below is the Palm Grove Outdoor Tabletop, with sale prices ranging from $2-$4.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2010_05_16.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-width: 0px;" title="2010_05_16" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2010_05_16_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="2010_05_16" width="528" height="297" /></a></p>
<p>And if you want to use your existing dishes, there are lots of ways to dress them up for summer. Check out some of these great towels, placemat and more. The Cabana kitchen towels were sale priced at $3.59 each. The Cabana table linens were sale priced at $3 to $24.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2010_05_164.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-width: 0px;" title="2010_05_16-4" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2010_05_164_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="2010_05_16-4" width="455" height="511" /></a></p>
<p>I’ve got more tabletop items to show you below, but let me take a break from for a minute to show you some beautiful bedding perfect for summer. This is the Apt. 9 Thyme collection, sale priced from $20 to $130. I really love the pillow on the right.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2010_05_162.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-width: 0px;" title="2010_05_16-2" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2010_05_162_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="2010_05_16-2" width="514" height="193" /></a></p>
<p>And how good with these pretty towels look in the bathroom attached to the bedroom above?</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2010_05_163.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-width: 0px;" title="2010_05_16-3" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2010_05_163_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="2010_05_16-3" width="494" height="309" /></a></p>
<p>I also love the colors of some of these pillows and I always think stripes feel like summer.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2packbasiccottonpillows25Kohls.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-width: 0px;" title="2-pack basic cotton pillows $25 Kohls" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2packbasiccottonpillows25Kohls_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="2-pack basic cotton pillows $25 Kohls" width="493" height="375" /></a></p>
<p>The Santorini collection below is a nice accessories collection. It’s got candles and corals and birds – all to go along with some beautiful white platters and vases and rich blue candle holders. They’re sale priced between $4 and $24.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2010_05_161.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-width: 0px;" title="2010_05_16-1" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2010_05_161_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="2010_05_16-1" width="449" height="505" /></a></p>
<p>OK…back to the tableware. I can’t resist Fiesta ware, like the orange and yellow pieces below right. On the left are acrylic and melamine pieces from the Bobby Flay tabletop collection. They’re sale priced from about $4 to $14.50. A mix of both on a table would be fantastic.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2010_05_165.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-width: 0px;" title="2010_05_16-5" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2010_05_165_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="2010_05_16-5" width="515" height="368" /></a></p>
<p>Finally, I wanted to end up a pretty blue tabletop collection. The Santorini collection is sale priced between $4 and $24.</p>
<p><a href="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2010_05_166.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-width: 0px;" title="2010_05_16-6" src="http://lipsticktocrayons.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/2010_05_166_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="2010_05_16-6" width="526" height="296" /></a>The thing about <a href="http://kohls.com" target="_blank">Kohl’s</a> is that if you see something you like, you’d better grab it up. Seasonal items often go fast and then are gone for good!</p>
<p>Want to see out some other fun places to shop? Check these out:</p>
<h5><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2010/05/something-special-in-my-hometown.html">&#8216;Something Special&#8217; in my hometown</a></h5>
<h5><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2010/03/summer-fun-from-ikea-for-a-limited-time.html">Summer fun from IKEA &#8211; for a limited time!</a></h5>
<h5><a href="http://www.thedesignfile.net/thedesignfile/2009/11/swanky-shop-offers-vintage-decor-and-modern-art.html">Swanky shop offers vintage decor and modern art</a></h5>
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