http://www.cucumbersome.com DIY Crafts, Tutorials and More. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 19:47:47 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Drinking tea is such a lovely ceremony, what with the dainty cups and small spoons and little dishes reserved only for steeped tea bags. The aroma is such a huge part of that experience. Sadly, I'm finding that one can only drink so much tea in a day. So why ... http://www.cucumbersome.com/time-for-tea-soap/ These gorgeous necklaces by Lauren Manoogian taunt me. Yes, they are made out of paperclips and tape (maybe even this tape?). But there is a huge chance that a DIY attempt will end up looking like a kindergarten project. Those colors are so perfect. Moving on. These items by Marion ... http://www.cucumbersome.com/humble-materials-flawless-execution/ A huge thanks to Amanda Kwan with the Associated Press for including my Anthro-inspired tables in her article on 'designer looks for big-box prices'! You can read it on the New York Times site, here and here. Did you wonder what Anthropologie thought of my take on their Curator Table? ... http://www.cucumbersome.com/in-the-new-york-times/ 1.Chalkboard drawers, LivingEtc, via Perfectbound; 2/3. Two cheap runners = One great rug, by Elsie Marley, via Perfectbound; 4. Sheet metal table, by Design Mom 5. Linen tin cover, by Elsie Marley, via Each Penny Pretty; 6. Paper-covered magnetic board, Martha Stewart, via Creature Comforts; 7. Numbered Glasses, Martha Stewart; 8. ... http://www.cucumbersome.com/eleven-inspiring-ideas-for-your-home/