I’ve always thought of headboards as a luxurious element in a room. Unfortunately, I’ve had relatively small New York City apartment bedrooms that couldn’t spare the extra inches. Just my luck-I finally live in an apartment with a big enough bedroom and I’ve recently filled the space behind my bed! Otherwise, I would be first in line for one of these colorful headboards on sale at Anthropologie. My favorite is the parrot print- Polly, Ardenne Headboard. — Erica P.

Good design for a good cause — and with pink a lot of us can really appreciate! Check out Design Within Reach for the Classics Go Pink Auctions of classic chairs with a pink twist, with all proceeds benefitting the Susan G. Komen Foundation to fight breast cancer. Five fully licensed, special-edition chairs in pink from Emeco, Fritz Hansen, Herman Miller, Knoll and Spinneybeck Leather will be auctioned at the end of September. Bidding starts the week of September 22 — check back with DWR for updates.

Are you ever walking down the street behind a woman walking her dog, on her phone, taking up the entire width of the sidewalk AND moving at snail speed? Well it happens to me at least once a week. While I’m screaming “MOVE IT” on the inside, I simply stumble over myself (and usually the dog’s leash) and try to get around. Maybe I should just hand the oblivious offender one of these perfectly direct notecards. With sayings like “People like you are the reason there’s therapy” and “If I wanted to hear you talk on the phone I’d give you my number,” these cards tell it how it is. The adorable little monster images are the icing on the cake. Read them all, or purchase your book of 20 cards for just $5.95 over at Shineboxprint. — Erica P.

Fresh flowers truly brighten my mood. Waking up next to a vase of tulips starts my day off right. Opening my front door to a bouquet of pretty purple irises just makes me smile. The obvious downsides to my love affair with fresh-cut flowers is their hefty price-tag and short life span. For these reasons, I wanted to learn how to make the most out of my occasional flower indulgences.

I searched the web for information and inspiration, starting with choosing the perfect vessel. The blog Pollen Nation by online florist Serenata flowers had this one completely covered. This comprehensive post features eight main rules for choosing the proper vase.

While anyone can plop flowers into a vase, a florist knows the key to making a beautiful arrangement. I wanted to see how it was done, so I searched YouTube for a quick video how-to. I learned some simple tricks watching Meghan Carter of AskTheDecorator.com receive a lesson from floral designer Vickie Wenstrup.

After finding the perfect vase and laboring over the arrangement, I don’t want my flowers going limp too soon. Check out these 15 tips that will make cut flowers last longer on DoItYourself.com. — Erica P.

Jazz up your kitchen, or give your bathroom a facelift with these Mibo Tile Tattoos. They’re quickly installed (all you need is a dab of water) and easily removed (no sticky residue). The black or white stylish designs come on either opaque white or clear backgrounds. If you want to completely hide dingy tiles go for the opaque. If you want your colored tiles to show through- purchase the clear. Choose from the 4″, 6″ or subway tile sized stickers available at 2Jane.com, and start your mini-makeover today. — Erica P.

After spying this super-cool pop-up book on the aptly named site Cool Hunting, I’ve been racking my brain for an excuse to purchase a copy. Anyone have a birthday coming up? If you’re an architecture buff, or you know someone who is, you have got to check out this book. With 20 three-dimensional replications and at least 80 other illustrations of “some of the most innovative modern and contemporary architecture from around the world,” this book surely won’t disappoint. The Modern Architecture Pop-Up Book was created by pop-up artist Anton Radevsky and architectural writer David Sokol, and features contributions by notable architects such as I. M. Pei, Richard Meier and Frank Gehry. Available for $45 wherever fine books are sold (or if you’re in New York, pick up a copy at the Rizzoli bookstore .) — Erica P.

1. There are lots of things to do with an unused fireplace. Will Knot writes: “Something I’ve seen done for summer fireplaces is to pack the opening with chopped fire wood. The ends of the wood would match tour stone work, and it has the advantage of preventing small children and babies doing anything with the fireplace (until they are old enough to pull all the wood out). You also have a working fireplace and fuel for when the heating bills get too high. For more fireplace ideas, see this post.

2. Six hours is too long to wait for a blueberry pie to cool. Carrie writes about last week’s Real Life Test Kitchen: “Wow. I just made this recipe too! And I didn’t let the pie cool that long. I made it after work, it probably came out of the oven at 6:30, and I served it around 10. I love a still-warm pie!” To see her pie click here and check out our recipe post here.

3. It’s still growing! We can’t get enough of your favorite movie and tv decor lists. Mercedes gives her top six: “Beach house of Something Gottagive. Father of the Bride. History of Us ( Art and crafts house). Disclosure (a few seconds of M Douglas’s house at the beginning). Hope and Michael’s house in thirtysomething and in Fatal Attraction M Douglas’s country house.” What are your favorite movie/tv houses? Tell us here.

4. We are still hoping to help our scratchy pets. Rachel shares: “I never knew lavender was a natural flea repellent. I’ve been looking for something to use since we stopped Advantaging.” Check out this green woof sachet.

5. Twin beds are fun in the spare room — if you can do it on the cheap. Our own Mary T confesses: “I have a real thing for twin beds lately. I really wanted to get twin beds for our guest room, but it was more economical for us to just get one full-size bed. ” Click here for fun and inexpensive headboard idea.

Housewarming, retirement party, birthday for that hard-to-buy-for someone — sometimes a nice bottle of the recipient’s favorite aged rum or pricey designer vodka is the perfect gift. And Shelterrific friend Dorian has a perfect way to gussy it up: find a few related, classic drink recipes, print them on a cute card, and attach. You can even theme the drinks to the occasion — Dorian’s are perfect for a tiki barbecue. (And, hey, Erica: There are even port-based recipes out there.) Thanks, Dorian, for the great idea. –Mary T.

Teak, rattan, metal… yawn. A little tired of the usual choices for outdoor furniture? Well these bright ottomans will put a lift in your step. It’s the Spinball by LeBello. Made from 100% recyclable synthetic materials, the sturdy stools could work as a seat or table. There are six different color combos to choose from, though the green on green is our favorite. Imagine how cute it’d look on your lush lawn! $185. Click here to see more. (via Outblush)

Once again, the talented Tula of Whorange is sharing her knack for finding gifts for that hardest-to-buy-for of all holidays. Many thanks to Tula for allowing us to share!

Darlings, don’t forget…Father’s Day is Sunday, June 15th! it’s time to get groovin’ on some gift giving, craft creating, or poetry penning. If you wish to go beyond the tie and golf gear, below are some swell suggestions for the eco dads, boy/man scouts, sugar daddies, and culture pops in our lives. No poetry, though — I’ll leave that up to you. And to all of the fabulous fathers out there, a tip of the tiara to you! –Tula

Eco Dad:
1. Neuton® Battery-Powered Mower (479.00); 2. SkinnySkinny Organic Shaving Gift Set (80.00); 3. JoshJakus industrial felt Winepocket (29.00); 4. “I am not a paper cup…” ceramic cup with silicone lid (20.00); 5. Solio Classic Hybrid Charger (99.95); 6. sustainable wood Magno Radio, large (300.00); 7. repurposed Traffic Sign Key Rings (10.00 each); 8. Razor Saver (12.00); 9. solar-powered Voltaic Messenger bag (229.00).

Pop Culture Dad:
1. Sky Umbrella (48.00); 2. Ameico World Time Clock (165.00); 3. New York City in a Bag (15.00); 4. Phonofone II (495.00); 5. Mr. & Mrs. Jones citrus juicers (90.00); 6. The Films of Charles and Ray Eames (80.00); 7. Table Topics Gourmet Edition (25.00); 8. Vers Cherry iPod Speaker Dock (159.89); 9. Crosley Keepsake USB Turntable (149.00); 10. Lies, Sissies & Fiascoes: The Best of This American Life (18.98); 11. NPR’s Funniest Driveway Moments (22.95).

But wait, there’s more! Visit Whorange and see her entire Father’s Day Gift Guide, including choices for the Boy Scout and your Sugar Daddy. See the entire guide here. And of course you’ll need a card to go with those great gifts, so check out Leah’s guide to Father’s Day cards.