Sarah C., Author at Shakadoo

Comedian Lives in Ikea

Comedian Mark Malkoff needed a place to live while his NY apartment was fumigated. He asked Ikea if they’d let him stay in their store for a week and record the experience. They said yes.

Mark moved into the Ikea on January 7th, and stayed through January 12th. He slept, ate, and lived there. You can see video recaps of his days here.

Via D Home.

PS – I ate at the Ikea cafe for the first time yesterday and I was really, honestly impressed. I had the Swedish meatballs and a piece of their apple cake and I’d do it again. Mmmmm.

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Alphabet Furniture

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The font trend is still going strong. And this alphabet furniture is the biggest incarnation I’ve seen yet.

I love the idea of having a giant initial as my dresser.

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West Elm Spring Accessories: Yes Please

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Another Shade of Grey has the first photos I’ve seen of West Elm’s Spring accessories line. And they are adorable.

I immediatly cruised over to the site to check things out. Since then, I can’t take my eyes off of these gorgeous glass bell jars. They feel very Victorian and look amazing paired with the Acacia wood slices.

I also like the adorable ceramic mushrooms, and the garden snail.

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Thursday Linkology

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Check out some chic but inviting images of what the Kitchen Designer is calling "Boho Modern."

I’m fascinated by this "History of Land Transportation" bookcover discovered on Flickr by Another Shade of Grey.

Get inspired by the gorgeous, airy apartment of Dallasite, Betty Blake.

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Cheap and Chic: City Slicker Table from CB2

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It’s hard to find fashionable furniture for under $200. Even my favorite design-forward discounters (West Elm, CB2, Ikea) rarely offer anything love-worthy for less than $250.

So I’m thrilled to celebrate the discovery of this City Slicker table at CB2 (thank you to the sharp eyeballs over at BLTD).

The Slicker is a sleek white lacquer box, perfect for turning a vintage lamp into a museum-worthy work of art. And at $179, it’s totally, wonderfully affordable.

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Sleek Cat Hideaway

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I love functional design. And I love it when people love their pets so much that they decorate with them in mind.

The cats I’ve owned have always appreciated a snug hide-away. They’ve made holes so that they could sleep in the bottom of my box spring, climbed into a washing machine full of dirty clothes, and made a nest on my computer keyboard.

This under-chair cat hide-away is the perfect example of beautiful,
functional, cat-inspired design. It was made by Gabriel Sierra of San
Juan. You can see more of his work at Designboom.

Via Happy Mundane.

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Tiny Ceramic Bowl

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This graceful, handmade ceramic bowl is absolutely tiny. At only 3" in diameter, it manages to maintain the proportions and delicate look of a full-sized piece.

It would be perfect for jewelry or pocket change. And at $26, it would make a great gift.

Via Crib Candy.

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Animal Paradise 2008 Calendar

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How cute is this Mr. T-inspired tiger? It’s part of the Animal Paradise Edition 2008 calendar from Studio on Fire.

Via Daily Candy.

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Layering Pattern

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Faux lattice, the silhouette of a cuckoo clock, and a resin deer head combine to create a bold centerpiece. Who would’ve thunk it?

This image from a Dallas bedroom proves that you don’t need to splurge on a massive, framed piece to create a design focal point in your home.

Finding affordable art can be a challenge. I just love the idea of layering stenciled patterns instead. It’s simple and can be changed in an afternoon should the mood to redecorate strike (and does it ever).

See more of the Duran home here.

Find awesome stencils here.

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Safari Print Towels from West Elm

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West Elm has some very pretty new animal print towels. They’re 100% organic cotton and all of the dyes used to create the patterns are earth-friendly.

Normally I don’t go in for anything animal (with the exception of zebra), but these prints are clean and modern instead of brassy and overbearing.

Animal Print Towels (giraffe, zebra, and leopard), $9-$24

If even toned-down animal prints aren’t your thing, West Elm has their organic, solid-colored towels discounted as a part of their Winter White Sale.

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