It's Friday, Im in love

...with my apartment! I promised a lil' sneak peek of my living room, so here it is!

the rugs that I won on eBay showed up early in the week...this is the largest one and it's pretty much the perfect size for the space. I desperately need a rug pad, as that thing slips and skates all over the place (especially with a rambunctious dog chasing my feet everywhere). do you guys know of a cheap source for rug pads?

the Eames chair was my grandfathers and is in need of some serious restoration. but until I have the time and patience, a sheepskin in the seat will do just fine. the credenza on which the TV sits is actually two drawer units that also belonged to Boompa-- I pushed them together and you know, they don't look too bad like that!

the antique Chinese hats on the wall were a gift from my mother, purchased at an estate sale in Kentucky...I think she may have gotten the green ceramic chain-link lamp at the same sale-- I can't keep track, she estate-sales about as much as I craigslist!

ahhh, and the new sofa...

not the best shot, but such a great piece. also, I swear I didn't pose Bunny there, she just does that.

so, yeah...I love my apartment. I spent some time putting things together the other night and I fiiiiiinally feel at home. it's crazy how screwy your whole life can feel when your home is chaotic. I literally made myself sick because I was stressed and felt unsettled, but after spending a few hours with a hammer & nail I am starting to feel great about everything. I still have a LOT of work to do, but I promise to share my progress!

hope you all have a great weekend!

It's Friday, Im in love

...with my apartment! I promised a lil' sneak peek of my living room, so here it is!

the rugs that I won on eBay showed up early in the week...this is the largest one and it's pretty much the perfect size for the space. I desperately need a rug pad, as that thing slips and skates all over the place (especially with a rambunctious dog chasing my feet everywhere). do you guys know of a cheap source for rug pads?

the Eames chair was my grandfathers and is in need of some serious restoration. but until I have the time and patience, a sheepskin in the seat will do just fine. the credenza on which the TV sits is actually two drawer units that also belonged to Boompa-- I pushed them together and you know, they don't look too bad like that!

the antique Chinese hats on the wall were a gift from my mother, purchased at an estate sale in Kentucky...I think she may have gotten the green ceramic chain-link lamp at the same sale-- I can't keep track, she estate-sales about as much as I craigslist!

ahhh, and the new sofa...

not the best shot, but such a great piece. also, I swear I didn't pose Bunny there, she just does that.

so, yeah...I love my apartment. I spent some time putting things together the other night and I fiiiiiinally feel at home. it's crazy how screwy your whole life can feel when your home is chaotic. I literally made myself sick because I was stressed and felt unsettled, but after spending a few hours with a hammer & nail I am starting to feel great about everything. I still have a LOT of work to do, but I promise to share my progress!

hope you all have a great weekend!

let's sublet: take 2!

hey, Chicago, is anyone looking for a charming apartment? I need to rent or sublet mine for a while or for good...

SUBLET IT!
RENT IT!

details:
- hardwood floors
- super high ceilings
- original wood trim and dining room built-in
- HUGE, walk-in closet and storage
- bonus sunporch!
- vintage/antique feel and look
- stove, fridge, and dishwasher
- radiator heat in every room
- ceiling fans in bdrm, kitchen, living room
- custom paint colors (or not)
- lovely front stoop with room for planters
- laundry on-site (only .75)
- live-in building manager
- comes with 2 air conditioning units (currently stored in basement)
- dog and cat friendly!







get in touch if you're interested!

let's sublet: take 2!

hey, Chicago, is anyone looking for a charming apartment? I need to rent or sublet mine for a while or for good...

SUBLET IT!
RENT IT!

details:
- hardwood floors
- super high ceilings
- original wood trim and dining room built-in
- HUGE, walk-in closet and storage
- bonus sunporch!
- vintage/antique feel and look
- stove, fridge, and dishwasher
- radiator heat in every room
- ceiling fans in bdrm, kitchen, living room
- custom paint colors (or not)
- lovely front stoop with room for planters
- laundry on-site (only .75)
- live-in building manager
- comes with 2 air conditioning units (currently stored in basement)
- dog and cat friendly!







get in touch if you're interested!

this + that

these two rooms were posted on AT this summer and I just happened across them in my archives...put 'em together and it reminds me of everything thats filling my gigantic storage space right now.

in case I neglected to mention it, I'm in Kentucky for 2 months, working for a designer and an art gallery. it's beyond great to be back in the 9-5 world, but whooooooooa buddy, is it weird living at home again. W-E-I-R-D.

I'm also workin' on a bunch of other stuff, hangin' out with family, and counting down the days until I return to Chicago. I miss it somethin' awful...yes, even when it's 2 degrees.

this + that

these two rooms were posted on AT this summer and I just happened across them in my archives...put 'em together and it reminds me of everything thats filling my gigantic storage space right now.

in case I neglected to mention it, I'm in Kentucky for 2 months, working for a designer and an art gallery. it's beyond great to be back in the 9-5 world, but whooooooooa buddy, is it weird living at home again. W-E-I-R-D.

I'm also workin' on a bunch of other stuff, hangin' out with family, and counting down the days until I return to Chicago. I miss it somethin' awful...yes, even when it's 2 degrees.