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Get the Look: Blackboards at Home

CasaSugar — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 11:00:01 -0700

While most school rooms have switched to whiteboards at this point, I still long for the classic look of blackboards, whether in the schoolhouse or in my own casa. See some of my favorite uses for blackboards, from the big and bold to the small and beautiful!
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Etsy Find: Magnetic Blackboard Coasters

CasaSugar — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 13:00:10 -0700

Talk about multitasking. When you're not resting your Long Island on one of these magnetic blackboard coasters ($15 for a set of four), you can keep them on your fridge, and even jot your grocery notes down on them. This is a great solution for keeping your coffee table tidy, and I think the black circles add a fun design element to your fridge as well. The coasters are covered with UV-coated vinyl that can be drawn on with regular chalk and then wiped clean with a damp cloth.

Nice and New: JM2 Matriochka Blackboard

CasaSugar — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 11:00:54 -0700

As further evidence of the omnipresence of nonsouvenir matryoshka dolls, the jm2 Matriochka Blackboard ($113) has come all the way from Lyon, France to the shelves of Rose and Radish here in San Francisco. Much like the DIY Nesting Doll I wrote about, this blackboard inspires creativity. Although it'd be funny to read Bart Simpson's infamous blackboard comments here, I'd much rather see how one could interpret the traditional doll with some colored chalk, perhaps draw some embroidery, and arms with bling bangles sticking out from under her cape. Are you a fan?

How-To: Spring Organize Your Entryway

CasaSugar — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 15:00:00 -0700

Spring is the perfect time to get your home clean and organized. To help you get inspired, I've whipped up a Spring Cleaning Checklist, which you can download and print out. The PDF lists cleaning and organizing duties room by room to keep things simple. Earlier today, I expanded on my PDF tips for cleaning your entry, so if you haven't read my post on cleaning, definitely do so.

To see my tips for organizing your entry, read more.

Relocate unnecessary furniture cluttering the space, as well as Winter clothing and boots you won’t need until next season. Furniture is likely unnecessary if you don't use it, or if it makes it difficult to move through the entryway.
Donate multiples of jackets, equipment, and other clothing. Choose your favorite local charity, or go with one of the bigger, national charities that does great work, such as Goodwill or St. Vincent de Paul.
Recycle newspapers, magazines, junk mail. (Or, try turning it into art.) To prevent future junk mail, get your name removed from mailing lists.
Toss anything not in good enough condition to donate. But before you put it in the garbage, make sure that it's really garbage. For instance, lightweight, worn-out jackets can be cut into pieces for cleaning rags.
Add cabinets, baskets, or cubbies for jackets and shoes, a blackboard or corkboard for leaving messages, and a mirror. Check out my ideas for new organizational furniture below!

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CasaSugar — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 13:00:23 -0800

Be inspired with party decor ideas. - Desire to Inspire
Check out 8 gorgeous tiled bathrooms. - AT:LA
Learn how to mend your quilt.- Craftzine
Modernize your dusting techniques.- Simply Stated
Queen Anne legs meet the Eames Eiffel Base Chair.- MoCo Loco
Tweet-a-Watt automatically updates your power usage for friends and followers on Twitter to view.- Design Milk
Check out some blackboard decals.- Poppytalk

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CasaSugar — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 13:00:00 -0800

Transform your entryway with a cute blackboard cabinet. - Poppytalk
Or brighten up the front door with a welcoming coat rack. - PointClickHome
Move green with Recopack reusable boxes. - Charles and Hudson
Garden latticework gets a hip, modern update. - Apartment Therapy
Cat lovers and quilters unite with this kitty blanket tutorial. - Craft
The sad home aftermath of the Oklahoma twisters. - Forecast Earth
Eco tip: Water your plants in the rain. - Re:Nest

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CasaSugar — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 09:15:08 -0700

Charles and Hudson has an eye on the Mad Men kitchens.
PoppyTalk looks glorious in Fall colors.
You Grow Girl blooms with red and white sweet pea flowers.
AT:NY says DIY some pet furniture.
SavvySugar explains some reasons why people don't use automated bill pay.
AT:SF has a before and after of free thrifted plates.
Dwell discovers an adorable modern cuckoo clock.
Craft shows you some Scrabble-inspired napkin clips.
The Style Files chalks up blackboard walls.

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CasaSugar — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 10:00:00 -0700

Craft shows us how to make this easy, adorable book rack from a clothes hanger.
Celebrate the Endless Summer with Elements of Style's tips for living the tropical life.
Design*Sponge looks ahead to the holidays with very hip textiles from Amenity.
Poppytalk has blackboard mania, and now so do I.
AT:New York finds the best of three tree-themed shower curtains.
Shelterrific shows us how Plushform makes crafting easy for beginners.

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CasaSugar — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 10:00:44 -0700

A Way to Garden observes that there's nothing not to love about these dramatic red martagon lilies.
Shelteriffic finds some great sale-priced organic bedding.
Lilsugar finds some great children's frames.
Decor8 answers questions about Foo Dogs.
Craft shows you how to sew lined curtains.
AT:SF snaps a pic of some crave worthy mounted blackboards.
Re-Nest takes a look at the Better Homes and Gardens Idea Kitchen.
The Hardware Aisle shares an ingenious idea for shooing flies.
Danny Seo takes us for a cottage visit.

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CasaSugar — Fri, 30 May 2008 10:00:58 -0700

This Old House shows you how heirloom furniture is built.
Style Court shares snaps of a stylish nursery.
Decor8 has crave-worthy pictures of a gorgeous family home.
Shak in Style riffs on efficient kitchen layouts.
Shelteriffic shares her decorating tips.
PoppyTalk finds awesome blackboard fabric.
Desire to Inspire looks at the beautiful photos of Didier Delmas.
YumSugar wants to know if you ever dine alone.
Re:Nest reveals the brilliance of backyard mulching.

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Barrel Stave Blackboard - $195.00	10 Degree Coat Rack - $49.95
Barrel Stave Coat Rack - $99.00	Barrelhead Mirror - $229.00
Ceres Console - $299.00	Flora Fabric Storage Boxes - $12.99
Wood Storage Box - $149.99	Village Black Armless Bench/Natural Cushion - $79.95
modernlink - Ryder Entryway Table - $3,450.00	Samantha Entryway Collection - Charlotte Blue - $299.00
OFFI - Perf Boxes Storage/Shelves - $299.00	Belhaven Corkboard - $149.00