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Artifaktori: Davis Square

I recently posted about Artifaktori in Beacon Hill, so I felt it was only appropriate to head over to Davis Square and give the original store a spin. To my surprise, the two stores couldn’t be more different. Going to … Continue reading

09. November 2011 by elaine aka bean
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Bean Rating: Savers, West Roxbury

Matt and I checked out the new Savers in West Roxbury. Read the full review and see photos under the “Featured Stores” tab. Women’s Clothing: 4 beans Men’s clothing: 4 beans Books: 3 beans (all books are buy four get … Continue reading

24. July 2011 by elaine aka bean
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Repurposing Used Children’s Books

Old books feature some of the most interesting and inexpensive artwork for your home. Several weeks ago I began searching for antique frames and classic children’s books to frame for my friend’s baby nursery. I found an old “Jack in … Continue reading

24. July 2011 by elaine aka bean
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Map Your Walls

Look for books with maps or sketches and frame them. This was a book of US maps that were intended to be used as placemats. My friend and I split the low 12-dollar cost and divided up the book. Frame … Continue reading

07. July 2011 by elaine aka bean
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