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The perfect side

February 16th, 2012 · No Comments

The Dolly table’s distinctive curved legs can actually store papers or magazines, making it the perfect side table. The polycarbonate piece is suitable for indoor or outdoor use, and its simple shape makes it a great accent for literally any space. Trust me: just one piece of lucite will shake up the style [...]

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Green kitchen tools

February 15th, 2012 · No Comments

Is the Earth on your mind? Simplify and green up your kitchen with these stylish and useful tools.

Style has been served. This set of handcrafted utensils is made from organically grown bamboo. The handles look like they’ve been dipped in citrusy paint palette. $9.99

This whisk will whip up the fluffiest eggs and [...]

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Setting the table

February 14th, 2012 · No Comments

If you’re avoiding a fancy schmancy restaurant dinner this Valentine’s Day and have opted instead for a quiet dinner at home, amp up the romance with a special table setting. Here are some tips to consider while planning your lovely feast.
Pick the right setting: The dining room is fine if you’re having a larger group [...]

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Heart-shaped tub: must have or must not?

February 13th, 2012 · 1 Comment

If you want a more permanent expression of your love this Valentine’s Day, how about a heart-shaped tub?
These expressive fixtures have moved beyond roadside motels and budget honeymoon accommodations to become eye-catching centerpieces in luxury bathrooms–and for those  with a luxury budget.
This free-standing model, retailing for $4,500, comes in red or white and is made [...]

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Domino’s Quick Fixes

February 10th, 2012 · No Comments

Design junkies everywhere cried three years ago when shelter magazine Domino closed its doors. The magazine had knack for combining high style with affordable decorating fixes and rejuvenated the use of pattern and color in American homes.
Condé Nast announced this week that it plans to publish a special edition of Domino called Quick Fixes. [...]

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What a suck-up

February 9th, 2012 · No Comments

iPhone users have all experienced those moments where you wish you had a third hand that could hold your phone while you do something different: in the car, in the kitchen, while you’re searching for something in your big black purse. Consider the Barnacle by iLoveHandles your third limb.

This innovative little suction gadget defies [...]

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Grandin Road app

February 8th, 2012 · No Comments

Home decor shopping can be a challenge, but I really do love the hunt. Using a collection of favorite shopping websites, blogs and catalogs, I use my investigative skills to rule out and narrow down the best options for each and every piece. The only time I ever get frustrated is when I have a [...]

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Oui Oui

February 7th, 2012 · No Comments

Enjoying coffee and a croissant in a wonderful cafe is the ultimate Parisian experience. It’s on chilly winter weeks that I dream of spring and my first trip to the City of Light. There, I whittled away several mornings on a sunny pavement terrace, getting to know strong black coffee while watching the effortless [...]

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Goodbye, dirty laundry

February 6th, 2012 · No Comments

I have a dirty little secret: my underwear and sock drawers look like a tornado stormed through them. Tossed about and full to the brim, my pretty little underthings have not been treated with the kindness and respect they deserve. Really, it’s a bit of a shame; those little scraps of satin, cotton and lace [...]

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Brad’s Valentine Gifts for the Home

February 3rd, 2012 · No Comments

Brad Goreski is one of my favorites celeb’s on reality tv because of his love for color, pattern, and his penchant for spicing things up with just the right amount of drama. The Bravo star and celeb stylist hand picked some gifts for Valentine’s Day in the latest issue of People magazine. They are red [...]

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