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Hi CasaSugar, I was wondering if you have ever done a post about how to hang photos on an exposed brick wall. I did a search, but I may have missed it. I want to find good directions before I just start hacking away with my hammer. Thanks, Modus Vivendi To see my suggestions, read more Read more
I love the rugged, unfinished quality of an exposed brick wall (and I don't mean just around a fireplace). It offers a casual vibe to a room that, as beautiful as they may be, crown moldings and wainscoting just can't give you. An exposed brick wall also makes your accessories (candlesticks, vases) look all the more glamorous in comparison! And hey, Eli Stone looks pretty good in front of one, Read more
We've long been of the mindset that Legos aren't just a nostalgic toy of yesteryear. The latest in PBS' Off Book web series, "Lego Art," discusses how the plastic bricks have evolved into a legitimate art form. Watch as three Lego artists detail their craft from months spent filming stop-motion videos, emotional sculptures, and portraits worthy of any mantelpiece. Read more
I spotted this photo in an absolute lovely house tour of a Spanish home on Desire to Inspire and instantly thought, "I NEED an exposed brick wall!" On second glance, I realized it's not exposed brick, but stone — even cooler! I love the way the arch surrounds it, too. I've always loved the look of exposed brick, but it's an unlikely sight in San Francisco, as brick buildings aren't quite Read more
The technique for cooking a chicken under a brick is not a new one. It's been practiced in Tuscany, where it's known as pollo al mattone, for hundreds of years. However, only recently did I start enjoying this crispy-skinned, juicy chicken at home. In order to grill a whole chicken under a brick, it must be flattened. Don't be intimidated, the method is easy and the resulting chicken delicious. Read more
Want muscles like Cameron Diaz and Jessica Biel? You may want to try CrossFit. The workout has many devoted fans, not just incredibly fit celebrities, who love it not only for its scalability — workouts are tailored to your current ability, and the difficulty increases as you get better — but also for the mental challenge that comes from pushing yourself further with each workout. So, what Read more
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CrossFit is all the rage these days, and we went straight to the source — Brick CrossFit LA — to find out some of the best ways to incorporate its no-equipment moves into an everyday workout routine. Watch as Jarett Perelmutter, Brick owner and CrossFit coach, takes Susi through four total-body conditioning exercises using only a bench as the equipment! Whether at the gym or in a park, get Read more
When bright blossoms abound and the days are getting longer, there's nothing as retro-fab as red nail polish. Back in the days before shades like purple, green, and tangerine were de rigueur for the season, there were reds meant just for this time of year. And this season, bright reds have made a huge comeback. They're a chic choice for those who want a pop of juicy color, and if you pick the Read more
More than anything else, your wedding should reflect your personality. Whether that happens to include a retro vibe, country feel, or come packed with geeky touches, it's all about you and your partner. Take for example, these genius centerpieces I came across on Flickr that show off one couple's commitment to gaming. The Super Mario Bros Super Star, Piranha Plant, and Fire Flower centerpieces Read more
Need a new gadget obsession? Check out the Polaroid SX-70 Black Label Edition Instant Camera Kit ($419) from The Impossible Project. This kit comes with a beautifully restored all-black Polaroid SX-70 camera (that folds down into a compact brick for storage) circa 1972 and two packs of PX600 Silver Shade UV+ Black Frame film so you can start snapping away as soon as you rip open the box. The Read more
