If you happen to be a "Big Easy" local, or are just visiting, you may want to check out our pick of the day: an antique Singer treadle sewing machine base, listed for just $50 by the Preservation Salvage Store. At first glance, it doesn't look like much.

Often times we can find great inspiration for design right in our own backyards. In this case, I found several walking through my very own neighborhood. These lovely low gates are oh, so welcoming and