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We all have a case of the Mondays from time to time, when that alarm goes off at 7:55am (or 6:55am, or 5:55am) and all you want to do is hit the snooze, hit the hay, and fall back asleep before your head hits the pillow. I’m guilty of the snoozing, including this morning, and when I finally am lucid around noon I look back on that extra 5 minutes of sleep (and the 5 minutes less I had to prepare for my work day) and I think was it worth it? What are some ways I could convince myself to get out of bed at the right time? And when I smell my roommates coffee pot and 7 in the morning, I think–yes, that would do the trick.

And lucky us! LivingComfort.com has a special sale on coffee brewers this week! Let’s check out some of the viable prospects that keep us waking up on the right side of the bed:

Krups Moka Brew Coffee Maker 8 Cups 468-42 from LivingComfort.com: $129.00

You either need a rocket to get yourself out of bed in the morning, or you have a lot of roommates, because this coffeemaker has quantity like no other. 8 cups? 8 cups?! I think I’d zoom through the day so fast I wouldn’t even take a break before going back to bed.

LivingComfort.com isn’t the only one vying for our bleary eyed, groggy morning love and attention. Buy.com has a great selection:

Cuisinart Grind and Brew: $99.00

Shop for more affordable coffee makers at Smarter.com.

I’m longing to have a picnic overlooking the lake.  Although the traditional wicker baskets are so charming, these colorful new ideas feel retro but with a modern edge.

Crate&Barrel Picnic Basket: $19.95

Clean lines & so chic in lime green.

Pandora Designs Deluxe Plastic Flatware: $30.00

Plasticware never looked so good!

Translucent tumblers in any spring color you can imagine!

Hot Set Insulated Tumbler Set of 4: $12.99

And of course, you have to set the ambiance. These petal wax holders are so perfect for that spring picnic.

Petal Waxholder: $12.50

Enjoy and don’t forget to wear that perfect spring outfit for your retro-chic & colorful picnic!

Find at Smarter.com:  Shop for more picnic baskets and plastic flatware.
Discounts on  plastic tumblers and candle holders.

Cedar Sake Vessel

Designed by Shunji Kurimori and made using old cedar trees, the Cedar Sake Vessel ($140) is a sure-fire way to add a touch of authenticity to your next drink. On top of its great narrow grain, the vessel’s construction results in low-conductivity that keeps cold sake cold and hot sake warm. Pair with a set of Cedar Sake Cups ($85)

Design Within Reach offers Free Standard Shipping 

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Bamboo Sake Cup

These bamboo sake cups add a touch of authenticity to your home sake set. Not to mention the awesome price ($1.79). Plus I can also picture them as wonderfully chic tea light holders.

Shop for the Bamboo Sake Cup - Click here.

4 Pack of Masu Wooden Large Sake Cup 

I like the aesthetic of these large sake cups but, I can’t seem to shake the idea that the square shape would make drinking somewhat awkward!?

Personally I think this particular set is more decorative than functional. I could be wrong. The price is definitely a steal. (set of four - $19.04)

Shop for the Masu Wooden Large Sake Cups - Click here!

Check out the great deal at GiftCollector.com for savings of 37% on Mikasa Swirl Smoke Martini stemware.

Raised swirls encircle the base of each stunning piece, and the base is a tinted smoky colored glass.  These are diswasher safe but hand washing is recommended.

Originally $15.00 Now on SALE for $9.50

If you are interested in browsing or buying the Mikasa Swirl Smoke Martini Glasses, click here.

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I need a new wine rack. It’s a simple statement because it’s a simple request. My current wine rack is this $15 dollar number from a yard sale a few years back. The little sucker is standing on it’s last legs, constructed of thrift wood it only holds 4 bottles and is very rickity at this point.

Suffice to say I am more of a wine drinker now than I was in my youth. I use to fill my little wine rack with bottles of Smirnoff and Kettle One. Ha! I’ve had to slow down a bit, doctor’s orders, so now I relish a nice Merlot when I need to smooth out the edges.

Cue the Chrome 6 Bottle Under Cabinet Wine Rack with Glass Holder offered by EveryHomeBar.com!

Well the fact that you have to install it into the cabinet concerns me a bit. Only because with my novice handy man skills I can easily envision the whole thing crashing down. So I shall have one of my man friends install it properly. I do live in an apartment with limited kitchen counter space so the idea of freeing up counter space appeals to me.

The chrome wine rack holds six bottles of wine and 6 wine glasses. For my entertaining purposes, this is the perfect amount. If you need more space click here to shop for more versions of discount wine racks.

The Chrome 6 Bottle Wine Rack costs:

$39.00 (orginally)

$23.49 (sale price)

$15.51 (you save 40%)

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So, a few weeks ago I had to get a birthday gift for a dear friend. She is young, just turning 20, and fabulous. My first thought was to go to Anthropologie where they have THE best home and gift department.

I recently saw the re-make of “The Stepford Wives”. I know I was supposed to be paying attention to how creepy the wives and all of the townsfolk were, but I couldn’t take my eyes off of the gorgeous set and wardrobe design. The movie was like something out of Anthropologie’s best catalogue pages.

After looking through every fabulous thing in their store located at The Grove in L.A., I finally decided to go with this monogrammed mug for $6.00:

Did I mention the friend I was buying for has a name that starts with an “I”? That is one of the hardest letters to find because a lot of companies don’t bother to make letters that aren’t common such as I’s, Q’s, or X’s. My poor friend! She deserved a mug with her very own initial on it and I am happy to report that Anthropologie makes all of those and each letter has a different design.

My friend loved it. It was the perfect combination of classy sophistication with that little personalized touch to make her feel special. Click on the image or the links in the post to check out the Anthropologie Mugs! If you get the chance check out their home section. I guarantee you’ll be stuck on there for hours.

Two of my favorite things, alcohol and great design work! The Martini Chiller Glass from Instawares.com is beautiful, unique and functional to boot. Create the perfect shaken or stirred Martini and pour that baby into the traditional triangular glass, fill the bottom vessel with ice to keep your Martini nice and chilled!

Plus it struck me that you could always use the bottom glass as a Cognac glass, in the event that your entertaining guests who enjoy the brown liquor.

Was $70.80 Sale $44.90 (you save $25.90)

To purchase or shop for the Martini Chiller Glass, click here.

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