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fatih on Rabu, 30 April 2008
Guess what I'm wearing for my photo shoot with the LA Times? Yep, if you've been following for a few months now you'll know I wouldn't dare wear anything other than my designer jeans that I SWORE I wouldn't wear to work in...that I've been wearing practically everyday for a month...to work in.
I tried my hardest to look presentable. My husband actually looked surprised when I came out out of the bathroom because it's been so long since he's seen me put on makeup and curl my hair and let's face it, really just take a shower.
Anyhow, I have to run. They should be here any minute and I have to practice sucking in my stomach for the photos....
Ok, I forgot to mention, the LA Times Home Section will have a small piece on Mod Mom Furniture for the Mother's Day edition which I believes comes out on the Thursday before Mother's Day. :)
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fatih on Minggu, 27 April 2008
Liz and Kristen, the smart and funny writers from
Cool Mom Picks, picked the Bertie Box for today's Pick. They both bought the Gracie Toy Box last year so it makes me really proud to know they think enough of their own Mod Mom Furniture pieces to tout another one!
Thanks Liz and Kristen!
Go to the post by clicking the link
here.
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fatih on Kamis, 24 April 2008
YEAH!! Dwell Magazine rocks!
I love that magazine! I hope the article made my dog (Sam) and one of my favorite kids, Sam Gottlieb, proud.
Click belowfor the link:
http://www.dwell.com/products/day
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fatih on Rabu, 23 April 2008
I've been thinking about cousins to the Bertie Box. Other abstract modern, shapes that work well as lids that I can make into bodies of animals, insects, what not.
Scott was drawing a few the other night -- he has the drawing talent in the family -- and we came up with a few ideas.
Anyone care to comment on these ideas or have any that you'd love to see made into a toy box?
I'd love to know what you think!
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fatih on Selasa, 22 April 2008
Happy Earth Day!
More later...I'm in the middle of cutting down trees. (bad joke, I know.)
Seriously, I'm cutting the new Purebond plywood all day! Now that's how you spend an Earth Day!!!
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fatih on Senin, 21 April 2008
I'm in a very list-y kinda mood today. Ya know how Mondays are, right? My post will be in list form today in honor of said mood. Ok, maybe it's really because my items are unrelated. There. You caught me.
- Grace had her first T-Ball game on Saturday so I posted a little video for our relatives that don't get to see the live action. Check out Grace's mad skills on the pitcher's mound by clicking here. Seriously, it's hilariously cute.
- Velvet Cushion posted about Mod Mom Furniture over the weekend. YEAH! :)
- Ok, I'm all out of list items and I now have to go build. Maybe I'll think of more random things later and post about them.
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fatih on Kamis, 17 April 2008
I....was...in....heaven....today!!!!Seriously, it was a GREAT day! First Scott, Little G, and I made our way to Phillips Plywood to check out some of
Columbia Forest Products' Purebond plywood. Get this. It's formaldehyde-free!! They use a soy-based adhesive that contains little to no formaldehyde, therefore it's environmentally safe. So I'm jumping on that bandwagon and quick! Nothing better than furniture that's super eco-friendly!
Anyhow, back to heaven. So we got a tour of Phillips Plywood and I even got a parting gift! I got to take home a couple of sheets of plywood for free! I'm working on a Bertie Box (see below) made from this new plywood and am thrilled with how it looks, works, and feels. You'll hear lots more about Mod Mom Furniture and Purebond in the coming months.
Did mention I got to see all kinds of plywood today? And Grace got a Phillips Plywood hat? It's almost as good as Disneyland!! If they sold cotton candy there, it would easily compare to The Happiest Place on Earth...for me, that is.
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fatih on Rabu, 16 April 2008
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Turn your bed into a comfy haven
Have you ever slept in a quaint Bed and Breakfast or a luxury hotel and wondered why you got such a great night's sleep?
We seem to all want a good night's rest, but how many of us have actually examined our bed and asked, "Is this bed giving me the best sleep possible?" Since most of us can't escape to luxury hotels whenever we need some extra slumber, here are some ideas to turn your own bed into a comfy haven.
Good Mattress Support
If your mattress is a little worn, bring it back to life with one of the new "mattress toppers." Thicker than a mattress pad, they provide additional cushioning and comfort. A quality mattress pad also protects your mattress and supports the sleeper. Choose a mattress pad that suits your needs. For extra insulation, try a foam or wool mattress pad.
A cloud-like Featherbed
Europeans have been sleeping on featherbeds for years, but most Americans have not caught on to this sleeping secret. My husband and I slept on a featherbed our first night home from our honeymoon and we got the best night's sleep ever! When I discovered that I was allergic to the feathers and told my husband we'd have to give it up, he told me that I could sleep in the guestroom! Luckily, there are now many hypoallergenic alternatives.
Quality SheetsThe higher the thread count, the softer the sheet and the more durable it will be. Look for all-cotton sheets, since they "breathe." Layers of Comfort - A sheet with a single heavy comforter is just not as comfortable as a layered bed. A cotton blanket may be adequate for a slightly cool night, but you'll want a heavier blanket or a down comforter to put on top for snuggling on chillier evenings.
A good Sleeping Pillow
Read our Buyer's Guide on Sleeping Pillows to choose the pillow and firmness that is right for you. Down pillows, which are adjustable, are often considered the most luxurious. Let us help you create a cozy nest in your bedroom, but don't hold us responsible if you never want to get out of bed!
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fatih on Senin, 14 April 2008
WHEW! So we're back and in one piece. The show was great -- well attended and super organized. I only made a fool of myself a couple of times, I believe. :)
I have to send out BIG thanks to my family and friends. There is no way I could have gotten it all done (and so well) without you! Much love to all of you! I have to figure out a way to say thanks that equals all the love and support you've given me. So I doubt I can give you a crappy bottle of Charles Shaw wine. But I might try!!!
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fatih on Selasa, 08 April 2008
It's Mod Mom Furniture Day on Design Public! Yeah!!
And I have to say, the folks that run Design Public could not be nicer or more supportive! They've been wonderful -- really top notch!
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fatih on Senin, 07 April 2008
I'm taking a quick break from building a table and two chairs to set the record straight. If you come to the show on Saturday or Sunday and you see me, you won't get a staph infection. Apparently, my staph infection turned out to be a non-lethal spider bite. YEAH!! So good news all around...except for what I learned before the nurse herded me into my doctor's visit room.
I learned that stepping on a scale in a doctor's office is bad for your health. And even if you close your eyes, chances are the nurse will YELL the unmentionable number into the air even though you're standing there, on the scale, WITH YOUR EYES CLOSED.
So I sit here drinking Diet Coke, eating a protein only snack, knowing that later tonight, when we meet friends at a mexican restaurant, if I want to eat, I have to smuggle in low-carb tortillas. And sip Scott's margarita like those carbs don't count cuz it's not my glass.
But hey, NO staph infection here!!!! YEAH!!
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fatih on Minggu, 06 April 2008
