• Musings 28.01.2009 No Comments

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    The crowd (especially photographers) swooned over this Lincoln. This car is stylish, modern and classy.

    The total package at VW was delivered crisp and clean.

    The Toyota Scion. The summer season summed up.

    Beautiful details, even on the trunk of the Toyota Prius.

    Toyota Venza. The style lines on the Venza are nicely balanced and sharp. Plenty of admirers at the show.

    Toyota Venza. The most interesting new color at the show.

    This GM model was jaw dropping for all of the wrong reasons. The arrows point to all of its’ “blue light” features. I’m only half joking when I say that I expect it serves double duty as a slot machine.

    Show Notes

    Ford: The only vendor to take care of the kids with video games and other interactive games.

    Ford: Flex. I’m surprised by how many people really dislike the Flex. The first time I saw this car on the road I was intrigued but impartial. In no time I grew to appreciate it’s originality and now I think it’s almost perfect, except for a small style change at the back end near the roof .

    Dodge Caliber: It’s a cute cute little car, but saddle it up next to another hatchback like the Venza and the crucial chord that separates the two is thoughtful, laborious design.
    Distinction adds value in the form of appreciation for years to come. Take note in the Prelude or the Mustang.
    I suspect the Nissan Cube will get the ball rolling in the “think outside of the box” compact car category.

    Chrysler and GM I’ve never been known to drool over a car like I do with textiles and colors. I walked through the halls and stopped only when my interest peaked. Nothing stopped me here. It was all business as usual.
    Everyone of the presenters was so polished and professional so the one guy presenting at Chrysler in jeans was easily observed. Not that jeans can’t be formal, but this guy was noticeably dressed down in a lethargic kind of way. I couldn’t help but compare…….

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  • GREEN TEXTILES

    harmonyart.com
    organic cotton – woven and knits- solids and prints


    modgreenpod
    organic cotton canvas – upholstery weight textiles – wallpaper
    US grown cotton and woven and printed in the US!


    Do you know of another great source? Send your suggestions!

  • Giveaways 19.01.2009 No Comments

    Michael Diaz of Mike’s Hemp Bracelets is the winner of the free Snorg T!

    Subscribe to diyonlinemag.com for your chance to win a Snorg T of your choice

    diyonlinemag.com is your one stop source for diy upholstery and “how to” decor instruction.
    click the button at the top of the page for the most complete diy articles.

    Contest closes February 20, 2009
    A winner will be drawn and notified via email.
    Good Luck!

    Subscribe for your chance to win!

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  • Learn How To Upholster This Chair

    Learn How To Upholster This Chair

    This set of chairs belongs to Julie K.W. of Amherstburg, Ontario. The fabric she chose has a very modern look and feel, including the contrast fabric for the back of the chair. To maintain this contemporary transition we chose to eliminate the traditional gimp which is usually applied under the nail trim and covers the cut raw edge of fabric. A number of other changes were introduced and some of the lessons discussed in this project include new foam build up, nailhead trim, relief cuts and more.
    This ‘how to’ project has been published to the magazine. Click the button at the top of the page to start reading now.

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  • Spotlight 14.01.2009 No Comments

    Foldschool is a cardboard furniture concept designed by Swiss-based architect Nicola Enrico Stäubli. This project was designed to be hand-crafted by the consumer, for kids.
    Project patterns and instructions are available on his site, www.foldschool.com

    For the first time, kids can be encouraged to color their furniture!

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  • Musings 12.01.2009 No Comments

    Dear Readers,

    My wordpress blog, did indeed crash. I am working hard to get things running again.
    In the meantime, my articles are still posted and can be read at diyonlinemag.com
    Unfortunately, I had to delete my old widgetbox account and start over with the blog.
    That was yesterday, I hope today is a better day!
    ss.

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  • A new upholstery tip has been added to the magazine,
    “Upholstery Terminology”
    Learn the common language used in upholstery shops for furniture components.
    The magazine address is diyonlinemag.com, click the button at the top of the page to read the most complete diy articles on the web.

    Upholstery Terminology - Learn the Language

    Upholstery Terminology - Learn the Language



    Also published to the magazine

    How to Apply Upholstery Gimp

    How to Apply Upholstery Gimp


    Learn How To Upholster This Chair

    Learn How To Upholster This Chair

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