Home stuff for dad

255.0102My father was – still is – a devoted dad and husband in the Ward Cleaver/ Cliff Huxtable mold without the annoying canned laughter. He’s wise. Reasonable. Fair. Funny.

Sky high: rooftop spaces

2012JunJul_Deconstruct_01It’s one thing to create a comfortable outdoor space defined by grass, plants and trees. It’s trickier when the sky, or rather the skyline, is the limit.

Tile style

2012JunJul_IdeaBoard_02If you’re feeling that your home’s interior is a little drab, why not jazz it up with some colorful tile?

Bold bets

2012AprMay_Homeward_PrecisePourPops of color, dramatic shapes and rich textures define the spring season.

Bright ideas: Pendant lights

2012AprMay_IdeaBoard_08Adding some color and a dash of style to a room can be as easy as changing a light. Why settle for a boring frosted glass shade or a standard off-the-shelf fixture when you can add a pendant light that makes an overhead statement?

Modern take

2012FebMar_Homeward_SlipcoverSexy beds, handmade goods, beautiful prints, whimsy and wine.

Take a seat

2012FebMar_Homeward_Benches02Once associated with summer picnics and school lunches, benches now look at home in the home.

A lofty library

2012FebMar_Deconstruction01Even when spanking new, the Pittock Mansion in Portland looked old.

Last minute local gift ideas

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Do you still have a few items to check off your list for holiday gifting? Or perhaps you need a hostess gift but have no new ideas. Luckily, we have gathered a smattering of products from local artists and crafters to help you find the perfect last minute gift- and buy local too.