1) You haven’t always loved your homes. Some of you have indeed had some extreme living situations. Simone says: “I lived in a closet on the outside landing of a 2nd floor brick row house apartment. I had to walk across a public landing and unlock the apartment to use the bathroom and kitchen. The space was approximate 8 ft x 5 ft – enough room for a single bed and my drafting table – the walls had ornate moulding so I couldn’t add a loft bed or wall shelves….”
2) (Most of) you do love the chirping bird paper clip holder. Ellobie says: “I had one of these little guys and he chirped and chirped his little heart out… until the battery died. Now he lives on a coworker’s desk (she appreciates him even though he’s mute).” Not everyone is fond of his chirping, though, as you can read here.
3) Gummi bear decor is addictive. There’s more than one way to decorate with those sweet bears. M.E. says: “See also the Lumibär light. I think I first saw this at Black Ink (the sister store of Museum of Useful Things?) in Cambridge, MA in 2000; it’s been around for a while. I like it better than the GummLight simply because it’s not so glossy.” Are you nutty for Gummi bears?
4) Magnetic measuring spoons are attractive. Trina says: “I actually have a set of these and I love them. Why didn’t I think of these?….million dollar idea I’m sure. Easy to find, easy to use, they work great.” See them here.
5) Vintage patio chairs will do in a pinch. Charlotte Says: “Great find and post! I printed out some plans to make wooden lounge chairs, but this would be a great fix until I get the time/money to make the investment in cedar.” Click for instructions on re-webbing a patio chair.
