Capucine Maman - NYC!

I've been very timid about putting my toy boxes in brick and mortar stores for some time now mostly because I have so much online business, that it's easier and less time consuming to just sell online and not have to produce pieces for in-store retail in addition to my online sales. I'm slowly warming to the idea more and have been approached by a number of retail shops across the country....and even internationally. Back when I was just starting out, there were two lovely women who are here in LA and own kids' boutiques and I had/have my furniture in their stores. One is Sparrow which is an adorable green baby shop in Studio City and the other was a shop down in Beverly Adjacent called Cool Baby but sadly it was hit by a falling crane (while the crane was was trying to put up a billboard)so there's no retail shop anymore.

Anyhow, all of this is to say I'm thrilled to announce the first NYC store that is carrying Mod Mom Furniture! It's called Capucine Maman and it's located on 20 Harrison St, NYC, 10013. They have two Owyn Toy Boxes in stock! Quite a few of my clients are in NYC so if you're hankerin' for an Owyn Toy Box that you can take home today, go check out Capucine Maman!

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Bullet Point Kinda Day

My day seems to be in bullet points. I guess they all seem like that but today especially feels like that. It's choppy. I keep going back and forth from one thing to the next accomplishing less than I would if I weren't going back and forth from one thing to the next then back again.

Here are my bullets for the day:
* get Gracie ready for school, drop off
* come back, handle some phone calls, contemplate working out, don't work out
* build some toy boxes
* check and respond to emails
* try and sand with a mask but realize I bought the wrong mask so no mask
* check email...again...respond
* eat handful of crackers
* force myself to take a shower
* write this blog with wet hair
* almost be late picking up Grace cuz I'm writing this blog
* pick up Noah
* off to Target for G's gymnastic's leotard and Noah's comic book
* I'm so done with this list I can't stand it.....

Curling up in bed and watching tv sounds really good right now but I have to go be late to pick up Gracie now. Damn bullet points.

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Furniture Protection Plans

Life happens.

The MFS Plans will protect your furniture investment for years to come because they are backed with a proven track record of superior customer service. With coverage that will protect furniture from many spots, stains, damage, and other mishaps, you can enjoy freedom from worry about your furniture.

What does the MFS 5-Year Protection Plan cover?


Fabric Upholstery Premium Protection Plan:
Coverage for fabric upholstery includes all stains excluding bleach and caustic solutions, dye transfer. Coverage for damage includes punctures, rips, burns, breakage of frames, and breakage of mechanisms.

Leather and Vinyl Premium Combination Plan:
Coverage for leather and vinyl includes all stains excluding bleach and caustic solutions, dye transfer. Coverage for damage includes punctures, rips, burns, breakage of frames, and breakage of mechanisms.

Case Goods and Other Hard Surface Furniture Premium Combination Plan:
Coverage for case goods and other hard surface furniture includes all stains excluding bleach and caustic solutions. Coverage for damage includes liquid marks and rings, breakage of frames and panels, gouges, dents, scratches and chips that penetrate the finish, cigarette burns, household heat marks, checking, cracking, bubbling or peeling of finish resulting from a specific incident, lifting of veneers, warping, glass or mirror chipping or breakage, loss of silvering on mirrors, failure of integral electrical components, and nail polish remover.

How to file a claim?

All customer claim submissions will be processed through MFS. Please have your original sales receipt and protection plan number which can be found on the cover of your chosen plan. The customer calls the MFS customer service line. 80% of the calls are answered by a “live” customer service representative in 30 seconds or less. You must call within 14 days of first noticing the problem. (Industry competitors deny any claim that is reported after 5 days of occurrence). The customer service staff will verify the plan purchase and qualify the incident.

If the problem is a simple stain, the customer service representative may offer a free self-help kit and/or self-help instructions. The kit, if appropriate, will be sent by the end of the next business day.

If the problem requires professional service, or if the self-help assistance was not sufficient, MFS will initiate a work order with a professional technician by the end of the next business day. The technician will set an appointment with the customer within 5 business days or less to provide professional in-home service. 80 % of all service orders are completed within 10 business days or less from the date the valid claim originated.

If the technician cannot successfully resolve the problem, MFS will initiate a replacement order with FOW by the end of the next business day. In the event that replacement is required of a piece of furniture that is no longer available, the customer can re-select all matching pieces, of equal or lesser value, so the customer will not be left with mismatched pieces. For example: Customer buys a matching sofa, loveseat, and chair along with the chosen protection plan, and the sofa requires a replacement, but that particular sofa has been discontinued or is no longer available during the 5-year period. Then, the customer can reselect all three matching pieces, even though only the sofa needs to be replaced, so the customer will not be left with mismatched pieces.

If the replacement is required, the customer is not responsible for shipping costs. All shipping costs are covered by the chosen MFS protection plan.

To see the plans go to FOWfurniture.com

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Furniture Protection Plans

Life happens.

The MFS Plans will protect your furniture investment for years to come because they are backed with a proven track record of superior customer service. With coverage that will protect furniture from many spots, stains, damage, and other mishaps, you can enjoy freedom from worry about your furniture.

What does the MFS 5-Year Protection Plan cover?


Fabric Upholstery Premium Protection Plan:
Coverage for fabric upholstery includes all stains excluding bleach and caustic solutions, dye transfer. Coverage for damage includes punctures, rips, burns, breakage of frames, and breakage of mechanisms.

Leather and Vinyl Premium Combination Plan:
Coverage for leather and vinyl includes all stains excluding bleach and caustic solutions, dye transfer. Coverage for damage includes punctures, rips, burns, breakage of frames, and breakage of mechanisms.

Case Goods and Other Hard Surface Furniture Premium Combination Plan:
Coverage for case goods and other hard surface furniture includes all stains excluding bleach and caustic solutions. Coverage for damage includes liquid marks and rings, breakage of frames and panels, gouges, dents, scratches and chips that penetrate the finish, cigarette burns, household heat marks, checking, cracking, bubbling or peeling of finish resulting from a specific incident, lifting of veneers, warping, glass or mirror chipping or breakage, loss of silvering on mirrors, failure of integral electrical components, and nail polish remover.

How to file a claim?

All customer claim submissions will be processed through MFS. Please have your original sales receipt and protection plan number which can be found on the cover of your chosen plan. The customer calls the MFS customer service line. 80% of the calls are answered by a “live” customer service representative in 30 seconds or less. You must call within 14 days of first noticing the problem. (Industry competitors deny any claim that is reported after 5 days of occurrence). The customer service staff will verify the plan purchase and qualify the incident.

If the problem is a simple stain, the customer service representative may offer a free self-help kit and/or self-help instructions. The kit, if appropriate, will be sent by the end of the next business day.

If the problem requires professional service, or if the self-help assistance was not sufficient, MFS will initiate a work order with a professional technician by the end of the next business day. The technician will set an appointment with the customer within 5 business days or less to provide professional in-home service. 80 % of all service orders are completed within 10 business days or less from the date the valid claim originated.

If the technician cannot successfully resolve the problem, MFS will initiate a replacement order with FOW by the end of the next business day. In the event that replacement is required of a piece of furniture that is no longer available, the customer can re-select all matching pieces, of equal or lesser value, so the customer will not be left with mismatched pieces. For example: Customer buys a matching sofa, loveseat, and chair along with the chosen protection plan, and the sofa requires a replacement, but that particular sofa has been discontinued or is no longer available during the 5-year period. Then, the customer can reselect all three matching pieces, even though only the sofa needs to be replaced, so the customer will not be left with mismatched pieces.

If the replacement is required, the customer is not responsible for shipping costs. All shipping costs are covered by the chosen MFS protection plan.

To see the plans go to FOWfurniture.com

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Shelving Storage

Modern Designer Sideboard - Storage
Contemporary Storage Solution in a wide variety of finishes
Dimensions: W216.2 x D46.7 x H74.2cm
These sideboards offer choices of finish for you to create the perfect storage solution. Great for living rooms, dining rooms, even home-office set-ups and bedrooms. By selecting the finish that complements the surrounds, you can work this storage solution into any room of the house.

People DAY Modern Designer Floor Storage System

With an understated contemporary aesthetic and clean lines, choose from the characterful grains of Daniellia wood, or a matt or high-gloss lacquer. Then complete with wooden door modules or with doors of polished or metalized glass – and internal shelves are supplied in transparent glass.

Modern Designer Sideboard - Storage
Contemporary Storage Solution in a wide variety of finishes
These sideboards offer fantastic quality & value with many choices of finish for you to create the perfect storage solution. Great for living rooms, dining rooms, even home-office set-ups and bedrooms. By selecting the finish that complements the surrounds, you can work this storage solution into any room of the house.

MDF Italia Random Modern Designer Shelves

Launched in Milan 2005, this is THE perfect bookcase for those who like to have clean, sculptural library systems. Shelves at various standard heights fit into the backs through concealed dovetail slots; appearing fitted they happily stand alone. The Random Shelves have a lasting appeal that looks as if they have been made to measure. Create your own sculpture with the colours and objets d’art that you place within. Whether yellow or green is your current theme you can tailor the feel to suit your pleasure. We LOVE the Random shelves when placed side by side to create a whole wall of sculptural shelving. A complementary backdrop for classic and minimal modern spaces alike.

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Leather Guide

When buying your next set of leather sofas, there are a few things you should take into consideration. Leather is much more durable than fabric and can withstand daily use much better. There are 2 types of leather hides that are split into two layers – top grain and lower grain leather. The lower grain is sometimes known as split. The split is a flesh piece that can be split further. Split leathers are usually used on the outside pieces of furniture (the sides and back of a sofa). Better leathers like top grain leather are somewhat warmer to the touch, are softer, and are usually slightly heavier. Protected leather living rooms can be an ideal choice if you have kids or pets.

There are 3 distinct finishes that are applied to leathers:

The protected leathers feature a heavier pigment that is usually opaque and coats the grain very consistently. These leathers are extremely stain resistant, durable, and are slightly cooler to the touch.

Semi-aniline leathers leathers are a combination of pigment and aniline. The combination of aniline and pigment enhances the uniformity in color. They offer stain resistance while remaining soft to the touch.

Fully aniline leathers feature a transparent, organic color and are much more delicate. Fully aniline leathers color the hide but don’t coat it completely. They’re not as stain resistant as pigmented leathers but are much warmer to the touch.

To purchase leather living rooms go to FOWfurniture.com

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Leather Guide

When buying your next set of leather sofas, there are a few things you should take into consideration. Leather is much more durable than fabric and can withstand daily use much better. There are 2 types of leather hides that are split into two layers – top grain and lower grain leather. The lower grain is sometimes known as split. The split is a flesh piece that can be split further. Split leathers are usually used on the outside pieces of furniture (the sides and back of a sofa). Better leathers like top grain leather are somewhat warmer to the touch, are softer, and are usually slightly heavier. Protected leather living rooms can be an ideal choice if you have kids or pets.

There are 3 distinct finishes that are applied to leathers:

The protected leathers feature a heavier pigment that is usually opaque and coats the grain very consistently. These leathers are extremely stain resistant, durable, and are slightly cooler to the touch.

Semi-aniline leathers leathers are a combination of pigment and aniline. The combination of aniline and pigment enhances the uniformity in color. They offer stain resistance while remaining soft to the touch.

Fully aniline leathers feature a transparent, organic color and are much more delicate. Fully aniline leathers color the hide but don’t coat it completely. They’re not as stain resistant as pigmented leathers but are much warmer to the touch.

To purchase leather living rooms go to FOWfurniture.com

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Lights, Camera, Action...err, Oh Crap I Forgot My Line!

It was just a typical day yesterday...get up, take a shower (yep, you heard me...I took a shower), take kids to school, cut some wood, be filmed by a production team, SAY WHAT?!

A production team came to my house and my good friend Oonagh's house (owns her own preschool) to film us being our always perfect, never boring, always well-groomed selves for a show that will focus on what life is like when you work from home and have kids running about. But not just that. We're hoping to help other women or moms who are trying to figure out how they can make money and yet have more time/flexibility with their kids (or future kids). It's tough...I know. I went from being a full-time out-of the-house, climbing-the-ladder working mom who worked long hours and her kids were in daycare from 8:30-6:00pm to a broke stay-at-home mom longing for a bit of my old,creative, money-making life, to a part-time freelancing mom with a kid on my lap while I designed marketing materials, to a full-time nanny working from home taking care of other people's kids to now a full-time work-from-home mom with a growing business. Kinda feel like I could be the only guest on Oprah's stay-at-home mom vs. working mom show where I yell back and forth at myself whilst taking sides. Now THAT would be something, huh?

Anyhow, this is something that evolved from the LA Times article and may or may not happen but I'll keep you posted. But really, who doesn't want to see a mom who never showers, wears the same clothes day in and day out, cuts wood, and polyurethane's during American Idol? I mean, really! What's that? We're cancelled already?!?! Crap...back to the garage I go.

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Sproutstyle Article

Check out this great site! Dee finds the cutest stuff...including some of my toy boxes.

http://sproutstyle.blogspot.com/2009/02/mod-mom-furniture.html

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Modern Tots Belly Up?

So the word on the street is that one of my retailers, Modern Tots, is now out of business. No notice. No warning. No nothing. In fact, no check made out to Mod Mom Furniture for the last order I just sent their client. That stinks. Now I won't be able to afford more of those glue-on fake toe nails. Oh, who am I kidding, I can always afford those!!

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Path-Design.net: Can I Be A Kid Again?

Thanks to Rachel for this great post! Check out the link below and Rachel's website...

http://www.path-design.net/blog/?p=136

Here's the text of the post...

CAN I BE A KID AGAIN?

Other than current economy, which has me and a lot of people I know wanting their mommy, I can't imagine a better reason to be a kid again than Mod Mom's very cool sustainable furniture.

Owner, designer, craftsman Kiersten Hathcock was once a TV network marketing executive, who has became a work-at-home mom and self-taught furniture designer/builder. She was inspired by her father, a self-taught carpenter and woodworker, who built most of the family's furniture when she was growing up in Ohio. Her pieces are inspired by the mid-century style and her own kids' wants and needs. She uses eco- friendly birch plywood, non-toxic paints, water-based stains and low-voc, water-based finishes.

I love the clean lines and whimsical nature of her work. And I'm not the only grown-up wishing she was a kid. Mod Mom sells a lot to the over 12 crowd.

Come on! Who couldn't use something this cute to brighten up their day???

Mod Mom has a shop on Etsy, and a funny blog too - especially if you're a working mom just trying to keep your kid quiet for a minute while you take an important business call. Not of course that that EVER happens to me!

Posted by rachel hulan |

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Treading Water

I stupidily scheduled 7 toy boxes to get out between now and next week(two is normal, three is pushing it.) Why did I book it that way, you ask? Money. We need it. Pure and simple. That, and I always think I can do more than I can. It's a curse, really. My weekends aren't weekends anymore. They've turned into two more work week days where even if I do something with the family, I think about how much has to get done to stay on schedule.

Don't get me wrong, I AM TOTALLY GRATEFUL for the orders!! Just a bit overwhelmed and overworked right now. Last night, I completely ditched my normal night routine of painting or poly-ing while watching TV with my hubby. And I should have been doing that. Instead, I fell asleep at 9:30 during 30 ROCK. Who does that? That show is hilarious. That's a sure sign I've hit the wall. Guess I'm realizing these 11 hour work days really do take a toll.

Honey, I promise to take a shower later today. And fix those Lee Press On Toenails.

(Honey, you know there's a 80% chance that when you get home today I'll still be wearing workout clothes from this morning 7am workout. But it's the thought that counts, right?)

Off to build...

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BadderHomesandGardens

Thank you, Nikki, for writing a post about my furniture!

I got a message last night that explained that she and her friends don't have kids but they love what I do. And that they write a kick-ass blog that tells it like it is and wrote a post about Mod Mom. I LOVE IT!!

Check out this link

http://badderhomesandgardens.blogspot.com/2009/02/boxed-in.html

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Big-Head Nonsense

You're gonna love this one! I DO!!! I was talking to a very talented interior designer/designer from NYC via telephone yesterday. He called to inquire about a piece he ordered for a client. During the conversation, Grace interrupted twice while I was trying to sound oh-so-smart. I'm sure he was impressed with my office staff. Anyhow, I'll fast foward to the big-head part. The very kind designer thanked me for picking up the phone, since mostly he was getting answering machines and automated systems. And then....wait for it....he said, "you are famous...everyone loves that (Owyn) toy box."

And there it went. My big head. I'm now demanding that people not look me in the eye while speaking to me. And white flowers have to accompany me wherever I go. Oh, and sparkling water too.

As you can imagine, this is going over very well with my staff.

(It should be noted that Grace has interrupted the writing of this post roughly 11 times. SOMEBODY GET ME SOME DAMN SPARKLING WATER!!)

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modern decor , Creative Expression

A modern white shell might intimidate some condominium dwellers. But to the architect who lives in this modern-decor setting, this unit offers an irresistible opportunity to express her colorful personal style. She blends her love of all things Japanese with family pieces and objects collected on her travels.

A white backdrop highlights the artwork and cherished items that complete this room.

Because carpeting is required by the building to muffle sound, the owner chose plain khaki carpet that mimics Japanese tatami mats. Over this neutral carpeting, dramatic jewel-tone rugs from Tibet put art underfoot.

Dramatic rugs are an essential piece of this room's design.

The white walls set off the owner's colorful Japanese prints. Illustrating successful eclectic style, modern furniture in white and black combines with traditional pieces in warm hues.
Industrial spaces are perfect candidates for modern decor. On the next page, learn how to dress up an industrial space and call it home.

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Appetizing Color

Fearless use of color makes even the most minimal modern-decor kitchen feel lively and inviting. That's because color is an emotionally compelling element in any visual arena.

Bold colors, like this cobalt blue, can make the most modern kitchen warm and inviting.

In each of these kitchens, cobalt blue is used to great effect to bring the room alive.

Bold color can add whimsy to an otherwise stark space.

Choose any bold hue you like. Whether you want a room that's light, airy, and spacious or one that's cozy and intimate, color is a quick and effective way to get the look and feel you want.

Don't shy away from mixing bold colors in your modern kitchen.

European style can contribute to a stunningly sleek and modern kitchen. Find some ideas for a world-class kitchen on the next page.

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Cooking and Dining

In the last few decades, the kitchen has reemerged as the heart of the home and the hub of household activity in modern decor. Depending on whom you talk to, dining rooms are going, gone, popular again, or popular only with those who entertain formally.
One thing's certain: Large eat-in kitchens, dining rooms adjacent to kitchens, and open-plan rooms with an area devoted to food preparation and enjoyment are big draws.

Kitchens bring the family together, so space for dining is a must.

Industrial loft conversions need kitchens installed from scratch, but their open layout is a step ahead of the game. If your older city apartment or house hasn't been updated yet, the kitchen is key. A kitchen renovation isn't simple, especially in elevator and walk-up buildings, but it's almost always worthwhile.
Keep appealing architectural elements if they work (skimpy doorways, no; tiny hexagonal tiles, yes), but upgrade appliances for performance and energy savings.
Define a new dining area with a fabulous table, or update your old dining room by widening or removing doorways. Whatever your style, consider painting or glazing a wall in cardinal orange-red: This glowing hue has been a dining room favorite since the Renaissance.
A big kitchen is a perfect spot to showcase your modern decor. On the next page, get design ideas for large and luxurious kitchen spaces.

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Luxury With a Twist

A kitchen with generous square footage that's open to other living areas demands special treatment, such as this modern decor kitchen. In this space, the design goes beyond special to the realm of spectacular thanks to luxurious materials and artful accents.

Give large kitchens special treatment when planning your decor.

A massive work island, topped in variegated granite, is already a focal point. With the addition of a slim tier made of glass, the island becomes a handsome snack bar that lets guests visit comfortably with the cook.
Cabinets and shelving rounded against the walls recall the sleek style of Art Deco, but there's nothing retro about the overall effect. Artfully arranged lights, some recessed, some on a curved track, add even more glamorous sparkle.

Touches of Art Deco give some depth to this kitchen's overall design.

While many contemporary kitchens use soffits or have cabinets that reach to the ceiling, this one takes a page from traditional style and leaves room for display. Accessories are large and dramatic, in keeping with the space itself.
Color can add some spice to kitchens of all sizes. On the next page, get some ideas for adding bold colors to your kitchen.

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modern decor , Room With a View

For many, the ideal modern decor includes spectacular views of sparkling city lights by night.

Low furniture won't block your beautiful view.

To maximize such a view, keep any furniture beneath the window (around knee height if possible). An upholstered ottoman or a chaise lounge fits the bill nicely.

Keep tall furniture to one side so it won't block the windows.

If you need to use a taller chair, set it well to one side of the window, and keep any side tables low and small. Depending on your desire for privacy, you may opt for no window covering at all or one that stacks unobtrusively -- Roman shades are chic with any decorating style, and pleated shades work with soft contemporary or Asian-inspired settings.

If you really want to embrace your stunning view, skip window coverings.

Modern decor takes many forms. On the next page, see how a monochromatic look can bring you design success.

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Modern Decor Ideas , Inviting Color

Crisp, clean styles common to modern decor can be eye-catching, but it's nice when their colors are inspiring, too. These living rooms are a case in point: Neutral floors and furniture create a simple, modern starting point.

Bold colors can enhance a modern setting.

But instead of leaving these settings in neutral, the designers reached for color. Two rooms feature the sherbet hues pistachio and raspberry, while the third uses the paint-box primaries -- red, yellow, and blue. Cut with creamy white, each looks chic and cheerful. The natural earth tones of wood floors and the tawny shades in the area rugs also lend warmth to these contemporary settings.

In this room, bold color is added to a neutral foundation.

To keep the look in bounds, add neutral accents; to rev up the excitement, use a few well-chosen works of art and decorative accessories in hues you love. Clutter-free contemporary style gives color a high-impact punch.

Accent pieces without clutter give extra oomph to this room's color scheme.

If your living space has a stunning view, don't hide it. On the next page, find ways to embrace and show off your room with a view.

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Tent Loft Beds

The tent loft beds turn your kid’s bedroom into a sanctuary they can call their own. The area under the loft beds will set the stage for hours of inventive play and flight of the imagination. Our removable tents can be removed as your child outgrows the tent. These loft beds are constructed from birch hardwood so you can be assured these beds will last for years to come.

To purchase tent loft beds go to FOWfurniture.com

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Tent Loft Beds

The tent loft beds turn your kid’s bedroom into a sanctuary they can call their own. The area under the loft beds will set the stage for hours of inventive play and flight of the imagination. Our removable tents can be removed as your child outgrows the tent. These loft beds are constructed from birch hardwood so you can be assured these beds will last for years to come.

To purchase tent loft beds go to FOWfurniture.com

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Picture This: My Morning

Just a shot of our coffee table. Normal stuff: coffee, water-based stain, four random legs, Grace's pretend homework and a brush. Maybe I'll change out the coffee table decorations today?!?



Sammy, our fearless 13-yr-old dog is comforting Grace in her sick state. :)



Grace is sick today. Can't you tell? She looks it, eh? So the little cute blond convinced me to let her stay home from school today since her nose is running like a faucet. Lucky girl and her runny nose get to accompany me to Rockler Woodworking store today.



As usual, there's something half-finished in my living room. :)

(And Mom and Trac, if you're reading this, I'll get my butt in gear and get some photos after I make my house not look like a tornado hit it.)

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Serta Sertapedic Mattresses Now Offered with Foam Encasement

Serta’s 2009 select lineup up of Sertapedic mattresses are now offered with foam encasement which was previously only offered on Serta Perfect Sleeper mattresses as well as Perfect Day and Vera Wang mattresses. Serta’s foam encasement is advanced, dovetail-interlocking foam that extends the sleeping surface all the way to the edge thus helping to eliminate the edge “roll-off”. The foam encasement from Serta mattresses also increases seating edge support and works in conjunction with the foundation (box spring) reducing side-to-side mattress movement and minimizes the impact of one sleeper’s movements on another. Serta’s foam encasement provides years of durable edge support.

To purchase Serta mattresses go to FOWfurniture.com

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Serta Sertapedic Mattresses Now Offered with Foam Encasement

Serta’s 2009 select lineup up of Sertapedic mattresses are now offered with foam encasement which was previously only offered on Serta Perfect Sleeper mattresses as well as Perfect Day and Vera Wang mattresses. Serta’s foam encasement is advanced, dovetail-interlocking foam that extends the sleeping surface all the way to the edge thus helping to eliminate the edge “roll-off”. The foam encasement from Serta mattresses also increases seating edge support and works in conjunction with the foundation (box spring) reducing side-to-side mattress movement and minimizes the impact of one sleeper’s movements on another. Serta’s foam encasement provides years of durable edge support.

To purchase Serta mattresses go to FOWfurniture.com

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