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Cool Idea: New Orleans Water Meter Doormat
Anyone who's ever lived in New Orleans recognizes the starry, art-deco design of the city's water meter lids. Designed by Edwin Ford in the early 1920s, the crescent moon and stars became so sought after that people actually used to pilfer them, so much so that for a time the city tried to replace them with plain ones to try to stop the theft. Nevertheless, the 85-year-old design has become an Read more
Casa Quickie: Dual Doormats
With all the mud, snow, and slush that enter our homes during the Winter, a doormat is a must. But when holiday party season is in full swing (along with the drinks!), you can't count on your guests to be mindful of the mud. So, you can give them a little nudge by putting a second door mat inside the door, in addition to the exterior welcome mat. If they miss both mats, they must have reeeally Read more
Love It or Hate It? Nice Underwear Mat
In a way, your doormat is the first impression your guests have when they come to your home. If you want to set a light-hearted tone, the Uncommon Goods Nice Underwear Mat ($22) will do the trick. But, perhaps some of you would prefer to go a more traditional route. Regardless, this one certainly makes me smile; I see London, I see France . . . Love It or Hate It? Nice Underwear Mat Read more
DIY: Custom Doormat
In this DIY, I'm going to show you how to personalize your plain ol' coir doormat to assure your guests that they're ringing the right doorbell. I saw this project on MarthaStewart.com, and since it fits so well within this month's Renewal theme, I had to share. To find out how to do it, read more Read more
Space Invaders Doormat: Love It Or Leave It?
Is it just me or are Space Invaders attacking the geekosphere? Last month we found a Space Invaders necklace, bag, baby mobile, sweater and even a hand knit hat. I don't have a child and I'm not sure how I feel about wearing my geek status on my neck, chest or head, so I must admit I quite like the Space Invaders Doormat. It seems like more fun than the Barcode Doormat anyway. Do you love it Read more
A Raccoon Burglar!
Dog doors are dangerous things. Even a house in the safest of neighborhoods cannot protect itself from a wild creature that wants to enjoy the comforts of the great indoors. Take this curious neighborhood raccoon, for example. He came, saw, and swiped! It's what he took that's so darn baffling... Read more
Link Time: Victoria's Secret Goes High-End, H&M Denies Stealing Artwork, and More
Victoria's Secret launching a high-end line: see the full collection — Fashionista Sienna and Savannah Miller quit their fashion label — The Cut These Missoni ads are kind of hilarious — HuffPo Style February's best and worst glossy covers — The Fashion Spot Kirsten Dunst and Isla Fisher talk Bachelorette — The Daily Beast The essentials of a well-balanced wardrobe — Real Read more
7 Ways to Organize and Beautify Your Entryway This Weekend
Winter is often the most challenging season for your entryway or mudroom. Boots, heavy jackets, umbrellas, hats, and mittens are a few of the items that may grace this area during the Winter months, depending on your climate. Chances are inclement weather forces you to store more of these items at close reach — and your floors and rugs may suffer from salt stains or muddy bootprints. Read more
Come and Knock on Our Door
Here's a post from CasaSugar Community member stephaniepoli from the Su Casa group: I revamped the entryway to our house in order to make it more welcoming for guests. I also wanted to create a more modern look. The doormat tiles are from Ikea and the planters are made from concrete blocks, planted with succulents. Have you been doing any redecorating lately? Be sure to share photos and Read more
