Entertaining

PRESIDENT’S DAY STYLE

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Happy Presidents’ Day, everyone. If your pad is decidedly lacking in presidential representation, consider adding some with any of these fun and very unimpeachable items.

The eagle: beloved national bird of presidents past and present. This brass eagle has great potential as wall flare. $58.99.

29" Wall Eagle in Antique Brass, $58.99

Today is also George Washington’s birthday. This Washington bust would make a regal bookend. $18.95.

Sale- George Washington Bust, $18.95

Let Honest Abe keep watch over you with this nifty replica painting. $199.

President Abraham Lincoln: Classic Art Reproduction, $199

Make use of these placemats and you’ll never again forget that Millard Fillmore was actually a president (1850-1853). $54 for a set of four.

Our Nations Presidents Set of Four Placemats by Simrin, $54

Like Bill, this corkscrew may not be entirely classy, but boy, it sure is charming.

CSB Bill Clinton Corkscrew, $18.24

Stick this life-sized cardboard Reagan in a corner the next time you throw a party and he’ll have your guests a-chattering in no time. He was “The Great Communicator” after all. $34.99.

President Ronald Reagan Life-Size Cardboard Stand-Up, $34.99

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Friday Finds

FRIDAY FINDS: BAMBOO FOR $25 OR LESS

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Bamboo is one of the fastest growing plants in the world, capable of growing 39 inches or more per day. It’s also eco-friendly. Bamboo yourself with these Friday Finds for $25 or less.

My, these are playful. The 4 bamboo spatula set from Target, just $9.99.

Good Cook Bamboo Spatulas 4-pk., $9.99

The Norpro citrus reamer—when life hands you lemons, use bamboo. $6.15.

Norpro Bamboo Citrus Reamer, $6.15

This precision soap pump from simplehuman will keep your soap-dispensing process civilized. $24.99.

bamboo precision soap pump, $24.99

Slice and dice in an organized fashion with this 4 bowl prep board from World Market. $19.99

Bamboo 4-Bowl Prep Board, $19.99

The pagoda of wine racks holds nine bottles. On sale at Macy’s for just $18.99.

Lipper International Wine Rack, Bamboo with 9 Bottle Storage, $18.99

Stick your iphone in this sleek case and the whole world will know you’re down with bamboo. Available through Horchow. $25.00.

Bamboo Earbuds & Case, $25

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Accessorizing, Shopping Guide

HUMIDIFIERS

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Unless you live in a swamp-like region, chances are your space could use some humidifying this time of year. The only problem: humidifiers tend to be huge eyesores. But never fear, we at FM have found some downright cool ones. Or shall we say, steamy?

The Middle Colors drop shape humidifier could easily be mistaken for a vase or an objet d’art. $119.97.

Middle Colors Humidifier $119.99

For those with a sense of humor, there’s Crane’s penguin humidifier. $39.99.

Crane 1 Gallon Cool Mist Humidifier Penguin $39.99

The Stadler “Fred” humidifier clearly takes the cake. We’re pretty sure Judy Jetson had one just like it. $99.99.

Stadler Fred Humidifier $99.99

The Stadler small-space model is sleek and great for tucking in corners. $80.

Swizz-Style Stadler Form Aquila Humidifier $80

The Air-O-Swiss 7145 Ultrasonic humidifier looks like a snazzy espresso maker and would blend in nicely in a room with dark furniture. $128

AIR-O-SWISS 7145 Ultrasonic Humidifier $128

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Mancave Makeovers

MANCAVE MAKEOVERS: COFFEE TABLES

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Coffee table, beer table–whatever you call it, you need one. And no, a cardboard box doesn’t cut it. Rectangular tables tend to work in more spaces than round ones, and you’ll want something high enough that you can perch your feet on it, but not so high that it blocks your view of the boob tube. Whatever you decide, just remember to use a coaster, young man! Here are some we find swell:

Beautifully simple, this Muji aluminum coffee table can weather all sorts of abuse. Available at the MoMA store and a good value at $180.

Aluminum Coffee Table made in Japan by MUJI, $180

This contour rolling table from Target is great for storage or display. $187.49.

Contour Rolling Natural Coffee Table, $187.49

Fan of the distressed look? This grey-weathered farmhouse table is sure to please, and its large drawer provides ample storage space for all of your remotes.

Grey-Weathered Farmhouse Coffee Table, $199.99

If an ottoman and a coffee table were to mate, it would surely produce something like this. Simply place a tray on it any time you need a flat surface for drinks. $199.

Soho Tufted Square Ottoman, $199

The Adair black acrylic coffee table is space-age chic and the footrests double as magazine holders. $247.99.

Adair Black Acrylic Coffee Table, $247.99

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Friday Finds

FRIDAY FINDS: VALENTINE’S DAY STUFF

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This Friday, try some fun and borderline cheesy home decor just in time for V-day, $20 or less!

Baroque Frame - Pink (4x6") $19.99

Mini Vases - Set of 3 (Red), $9.99

Ikea FAMNIG HJÄRTA Cushion $4.99

SNÖIG Work lamp $19.99

Edie Rose by Rachel Bilson Dinnerware, Bloom Bird Salad Plate, $9.99

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Get the Look

GET THE LOOK: ACE HOTEL PALM SPRINGS

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We’re wild about the interior design of the Ace Hotel chains, as covered in our previous Get The Look: Ace Hotel New York. Last time, you saw us recreate a New York Ace bedroom. This time, we’re covering the lobby of the Ace in Palm Springs, top notch style for any living room.

West Elm makes an excellent armless sofa and sectionals in natural colors and fabrics.

Baxter Sofa in Woven Poly Gray, $699

Layering small rugs in various colors and textures is key. Overstock carries a wide selection of southwestern style rugs in bright and muted colors.

Southwestern Rugs, 4'x6', around $50 each

Try putting 2 or more of these simple side tables from Ikea side by side in place of a coffee table.

EXPEDIT Side table, $34.99

This handsome chair is actually a faithful knockoff of the Wassily Chair, originally designed by Marcel Breur in 1925.

Marcel Brown Leather Accent Chair, $289

These Pendleton pillows from Urban Outfitters are a nice touch, possibly used in a separate room to keep the theme throughout the house. Anything by Pendleton is well made and usually has a high price tag, so take advantage of the sale!

Pendleton Eagle Rock Pillow, on sale $34.99

If you’re into diy projects, try your hand at replicating this theatrical rope design by costumier Michael Schmidt, with rope from home depot. Below, a better view of how it was done, looks like quite a few ceiling hooks are mandatory in getting the look.

Michael Schmidt's rope-draped lobby at the Ace Palm Springs. Photographer: Douglas Lyle Thompson

Looks like the cedar chest we featured the other day is also in use at the Ace! See the slideshow and full story at Wallpaper*

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