Some Blurbs About Where I Live

It's amazing how much work new pillows can do. I also got a new rug and throw blanket, however, the other Lauren has already spilled various foods on the rug so I won't brag about it too much. The blanket's the softest thing ever invented.This table is a personal favorite. It's completely beat up but lovely and unique. Built from shipping crates and painted black, I think I could figure it out if I spent the time to really try. It pulls apart, so the odd drawers go left and the evens right. See the pull on the left there? Imagine pulling it to the right and two drawers staying on the left column and two moving to the right. Maybe I should have taken more photos?
I'd like to add wheels to the legs so that pulling it apart is easier. Right now it's on carpeting and in such a tiny space I never get in there, but some day (hopefully when I move in May) I'll have more space to utilize it and not just admire. That's when the wheels would be most appreciated.

Everything is cluttered and depressing in this apartment. My wishlist for a future apartment? Hardwood floors, built-in bookshelves, kitchen flooring that's not peeling up, maintenance people that actually fix the ceiling when a pipe in the apt above me bursts, or don't make it difficult for my cable man when he comes out here to rewire their 30 year old cable. The countdown begins. Seven months to finish my thesis, get some publications, find a job, a new place, move.

Framing your board

Back in action! I've been slacking on the blog, but in my defense I am having a VERY busy year. I am currently teaching, waiting tables and attempting to put together a thesis that's worth something.

But with Christmas fast approaching I know I need to get back in touch with my more hands-on creative side, especially since I lack the funds necessary to purchase gifts worth gifting. Previously I've offered suggestions for ways to frame your corkboards, but I don't think I mentioned the cheap and easy way to provide a really "polished" product. That, my friend, is buying an empty frame. Duh. Accessory and home stores often will sell frames for more than half off if the glass from them has been cracked while on display. This is perfect, since you don't want frames with glass. Also, some craft stores will sell empty frames and you can create your own backing pretty cheaply with a lightweight board. I found this beauty at Michael's and I think it's going to be lovely when I find the time to cut the corks to fill it.
Also, if you have a marrow space, or want one that's more dynamic in your space (I always imagine them in kitchens, although mine is on my office desk) create one that's long and skinny. This one's only 2 corks wide and it's 19 long. It'd look really smart above a sink or on an awkward partition wall. AND - it doesn't have a frame, for those of you who want to make the easiest version possible.
Hope you're well and more productive than I am these days.