martha and me

On Wednesday afternoon, I fulfilled a lifelong dream: I talked house and home with Martha Stewart.

Yes, that's right-- the Martha Stewart. I still can't believe it! After I finished class, I was leisurely scrolling through my twitter home page when I saw Martha's tweet, pictured above. "Why shouldn't I call?" I thought. Now that this zero-degree weather is back with a vengeance, my little college apartment is unbearably cold. The simple solution would be to turn the up the thermostat, right? If only! Because last month's electric bill was through the roof, my roommate banned space heaters and keeps our apartment at a chilly sixty-five degrees. But since our apartment is poorly insulated, the temperature inside averages out at about fifty-six degrees.  I was going to call home for advice on how to trap the heat in and keep the cold out, but why call home when you can ask Martha? (sorry mom!)

Of course, Martha and her co-host had some great tips. They first suggested covering any exposed floor with flor carpet tiles. I think these are fabulous! They come in a variety of colors, textures and patterns and, best of all, they aren't very expensive.

Next, they suggested sealing off all windows and doors with draft dodgers. Martha says they're easy to make (but then again, it's Martha!). I found both written directions and a step-by-step video for this project on marthastewart.com

Then, Martha and her co-host advised me to trade out my current sheets for flannel ones. Martha said that in the winter, she outfits each bed at Cantitoe Corners, her Bedford, New York estate, with flannel sheets from her Macy's home line. Customers rave about them in the online reviews. And, alas, they're currently on sale! 

The last piece of advice Martha gave me was to always wear socks around the house. I am already a religious sock-wearer. As a matter of fact, my sweet boyfriend recently bought me a pair of cashmere socks (well, technically, he bought them for himself and I am "borrowing" them) that I just can't get enough of. They keep my toes nice and toasty.

Thanks, Martha, for the great advice! I was absolutely tickled to be a part of your show :)

Comments

[The Neo-Traditionalist]

Ahhh you are the cutest!!!! I can't believe you talked to Martha! That is seriously AMAZING. I would have been nervous : ) Oh and your inspiration board, even more amazing than Martha. We have lots of the same stuff! I too have that Harry Winston ad saved AND the girl in the leopard dress next too it. Great eyes think alike eh? Oh and I love your butterflies...and you're silhouettes. Basically, I think you're fantastic. Hope you're up to somethin swell this weekend!!
XXXXX Kate

[dallas]

so great! love her
dallas
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[paula]

how exciting! she did give such great tips. she is so fabulous!