The Flexx Spring 9-foot Market Umbrella
Dermatologists say to slather on the sunscreen to protect your delicate skin from the sun. The bad part is that sunscreen wears off after just a couple of hours, so you have to reapply again…and again. If you’re concerned about keeping your skin looking youthful looking, you might look into [...]

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Good design is something that will stand the test of time. Although colors and materials change over the years, the shapes and intention of well-designed objects are ones that people lust after for generations. The Flowerpot pendant is one of those objects.

Created by Danish designer Verner Panton, who made a name for himself in the 60s [...]

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One of the best ways you can set your home apart is by adding eye-catching architectural details. These design additions, which can include wainscoting, custom doors, and hardware, can help increase the beauty and feeling of quality in a home. When people talk about architectural details in real estate and design, they usually come with [...]

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When your pet’s shedding season seems to be becoming a year-round thing, try the Bissell 89Q9 Lift-Off MultiCyclonic Pet Vacuum ($169). It’s two machines in one,  combining the best aspects of canister and upright vacuums into one effective, easy-to-store machine.
To detach the canister, just “Press, Grab & Go,” which allows you to take the canister (without its [...]

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With Easter just a few days away, I am scrambling to get my house looking and feeling like spring. Of course, chocolate rabbits, Paas-dipped eggs and pastels of any kind are a given, but what if you’re looking for something a bit more creative and you’re tight on time? I came across these cute ideas [...]

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It’s always a good idea to have a gift in hand when you visit a friend’s new home. Their personality and interests should determine whether it should be something practical, edible or thoughtful.
These cute 8-inch monogram plates make great housewarming gifts or a quick wrap-and-go for anyone you want to impress (think mother-in-law, boyfriend’s [...]

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Looking for a new pet that’s full of personality? Here’s one that is low maintenance but will also be the talk of the town. CB2’s wire bunny perches more than two feet tall in a  fun fuchsia powdercoat. Ask him (or her) to guard the garden, greet guests on the porch, or just hang [...]

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When it comes to paperwork, I like to do it online. Filing taxes, paying bills, sharing recipes with my sister. Everything seems a little more efficient with the help of a computer. There are moments, though, that it’s not enough to rely on e-mail correspondence to keep up with friends. A little handwritten note, stamped [...]

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Easter is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect excuse to bring freshen up your home’s interior decor. Here are some of our favorite finds for the holiday. Hop to it before they disappear!

This set of three felt bunnies in orange, yellow and green will help you festoon the dinner table, your mantle or [...]

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I always have a week or two of sheer exhaustion in the spring. My German mother calls is “Frühjahrsmüdigkeit“, or springtime tiredness. It’s the exact opposite of spring fever. You feel like you can’t sleep enough and you meander around feeling groggy and lacking in energy all day. It’s on these weeks that my alarm [...]

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