Peacock Walls & Coffee Love

Stealing potential fodder from my schwes, I came across Hudson Paint's series of colored chalkboard paint, via Design*Sponge. They feature two dozen colors at just $7 a can. I used to think chalkboard paint was cool, then I thought it wasn't because people seemed to like to cover entire walls with it. I thought the end result ended up looking messy because the wall looked too busy from all the scribbles, and it didn't erase clean. Essentially I thought it was too much maintenance (you know, another thing to wipe down or clean). Now, I think it looks kind of cute, especially in small areas, and in bright colors!
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On another homey note, I need a new french press. I saw this one at a local Starbucks the other day.

I think it's the same one. The 3-layer filter is joined together into one piece, unlike many other french presses, which come apart. I like this feature because the grinds tend to come up as you push the plunger down, because the strainer piece becomes warped after years of use.

And because I'm becoming a more refined coffee fanatic, I figured I should probably do some research on how to properly store my coffee. Normally I store in an airtight bag in the freezer. But I'm guessing that those bags aren't really very airtight at all. According to the National Coffee Association of U.S.A., Inc. you should store coffee in an airtight glass or ceramic container, in a cool dry location. Freezing, on the other hand, should only be employed

If you've purchased a large quantity of coffee that you will not use immediately. Small portions, wrapped in airtight bags, can be stored for up to a month in the freezer. Once you have removed them from the freezer, however, do not return them. Instead, move them to an air-tight container and store in a cool, dry place.

Good to know! I think a trip to The Container Store is in order, as well as one or two cans of Hudson Paint...et voila!

via Design*Sponge