Interior still life by Nicole Gee

good morning, 2008
Originally uploaded by gee, nicole.

I love using Flickr's Explore tab to look at photos I might never find through my contacts and their maze of tags. I found Nicole Gee's photostream in the Interstingness section and immediately added her to my contact list. Everyday, I look forward to her next still life photo. Often afterwards I think, gosh, I really want a muffin right now!

Big Type for your wall

I bought a Douglas Wilson print for Eric's holiday present this year from Keep Calm. Wilson is an multi-disciplinary artist and teacher out of Missouri. He made this with an antique wood type from the collection of John Horn. (it's now sold out, sorry!)

But, while I was checking out Wilson's website, I also found his blog (or "meanderings" because he hates the word blog) and it is quite good! Today he mentions being a recent convert to This American Life, which I find so cute. Anyway the blog is full of his favorite things related to type and graphic art. I just loved these Polish match box covers he found on Flickr by Maraid.

2007 Smallest, Coolest Apartment Contest

Knowing that I recently purchased a small apartment (480 square feet), my friend Kelly sent me a link to Apartment Therapy's Smallest, Coolest Apartment Contest. There are some great design ideas for small apartments or any size really. Check it out! I think San Francisco is under represented,so if your apartment is small and cool you should submit an entry. Winners receive DWR store credit. Deadline is May 4th.

Check out Sara's Modern Glam Palace for the love of pink.

psst...Design Within Reach sample sale starts this weekend.

 

Repair it or forget it?

The May 2007 issue of Consumer Reports offers consumers a timeline to determine when it’s time to say goodbye to old appliances that aren’t operating properly. The magazine took into account age, typical repair and replacement costs, and improvements that have been made in newer models.

The following list shows the age when it’s more sensible to replace an appliance rather than fix it:

• 6 years: dishwashers, over-the-range microwaves, and top-freezer refrigerators
• 7 years: clothes dryers and top-loader washers
• 8 years: Bottom-freezer and side-by-side refrigerators, electric or gas ranges, electric wall ovens, and front-loader washers

For more information head over to ConsumerReports.com