Wood forms originally used to dry socks replicate the usual holiday stockings. 7 is my lucky number. This is our seventh Christmas in our home, but the first time I am happy with the great room mantel decorations. I began purchasing vintage sock stretchers from etsy sellers a few months ago. Too many actually, as [...]
Chicken Wire Chic
by Allison on October 4, 2011 in Rooms
Finding its way from the barnyard into the main house, this material has some homeowners crowing. When we were building our cottage, I mentioned using chicken wire on two hutches in our kitchen. I was met with a blank stare. Would it have sounded better in French or Italian? Probably not in my southern accent. [...]
Retro Office Decor
by Allison on September 29, 2011 in Allison Shops
The industrial look is in full gear, making it easier to find and buy vintage. A McDowell Craig steel tanker has an elegant blue semi-gloss powder coat finish – sounds like we’re discussing cars, but we’re talking about this retro office desk. The steel desk is built like a tank and meant to last. REHAB [...]
Creative Paper Towel Holders
by Allison on July 17, 2011 in Features
Clever and imaginative solutions to the common kitchen dilemma – where the $%## do I put the paper towels?! While the paint is still drying, it’s an often-asked question by the TKO (totally kitchen obsessed). During my online quest for the perfect holder I discovered The Workshop of David T Smith whose redware pottery paper [...]
Eclectic Gender-Neutral Nursery
by Allison on July 10, 2011 in For Kids
We’ve created a space the baby will enjoy and one decorated to be in harmony with the rest of the house. We’re having a baby boom at Atticmag, and it all started a few weeks ago with the Sophisticated Safari Nursery our pal Brandy created for little Blake. This nursery is near and dear to [...]
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Informal Picture Wall
January 16, 2011
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Eclectic Gender-Neutral Nursery
July 10, 2011
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Sophisticated Safari Nursery
June 19, 2011
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Serious Cook’s Kitchen
January 9, 2011
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My Daughter’s Dining Room Redo
February 6, 2011
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High Tea
February 10, 2012
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Modern Designer Rugs
February 9, 2012
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Bathroom Murals
February 8, 2012
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Modern Mountain Kitchen
February 7, 2012
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Bookcase Pinboard and Laptop Niches
February 6, 2012
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