If I've learned two things as a fresh-faced home owner, it is:
1. I am not a plumber
2. My taste in furniture is far too expensive
For the first time in my life, I have a chance to buy furniture for a home. Unfortunately, I love modern, simple design... which, comes at a price tag. I've been looking for a nice bench to put in our living room/entry way. Here are a few I've found... and their price tags...
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designpublic.com ~ $490
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designpublic.com ~ $805
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Design Within Reach ~ $998
Thank goodness for IKEA.
I've come up with a bench made of IKEA stools. They are not a designpublic bench, but fit with my style better than what I can find at Target.
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Ah, maybe my idea is ugly... but, at $20 per stool ($40 for the whole), it's worth it.