Archive - Schmatta

Good Schmutz aka Things I Found and Love, vol. 9

My blue rug, a Minnesota tile company, the next "it" sofa, and my new cookware.

Apr 22 •

Leonora Epstein

Iconic Designers as ChatGPT Action Figures

Doing the latest internet trend thing.

Apr 15 •

Leonora Epstein

6 Design 'Trends' That Aren't From Salone

Salone baloney.

Apr 8 •

Leonora Epstein

All the Men You Ever Dated, as Chairs

Your college boyfriend=Eames molded plastic chair?

Apr 3 •

Leonora Epstein

April Giveaways: Doublemint Fun

Not one but TWO prizes!

Apr 1 •

Leonora Epstein

March 2025

Let's Decorate Like: We Live in a Synagogue

Synagogue-chic: It's too cool for shul.

Mar 25 •

Leonora Epstein

Pretty Sheets, Shitty PJs

The paradox of my life.

Mar 18 •

Leonora Epstein

Design Parent Tips From a Former Domino Editorial Director

Angela Tafoya definitely earns the title of "cool mom."

Mar 11 •

Leonora Epstein

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I Am the 2002 IKEA Catalog

While you were busy playing The Sims, I was selling trend-proof furniture.

Mar 4 •

Leonora Epstein

Announcing: The Schmatta Monthly Giveaway 🎁

A new perk for paid subscribers!

Mar 1 •

Leonora Epstein

February 2025

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