A lot of people spend significant time trying to perfect areas of the house that they don't spend much time in, like the dining room. Instead of constantly refining your china, devote your efforts to having well-designed, attractive everyday dining items. You'll get a lot more bang for your buck. … [Read more...]
Valentine’s Day Restaurants All over the United States
February 5, 2010 By Leave a Comment
It's high time for the Valentine's Day game plan: you've decided whether you want to go big with one significant other or if you're single and want to get a group of fellow singles together for a celebration. No matter what, you might not be able to host your grand plan at your own apartment: maybe you're … [Read more...]
Seasonal Spotlight: Champagne Glasses
December 30, 2009 By 1 Comment
New Year's Eve is coming up fast! It's time to work off the pounds from Christmas and Hanukkah celebrations with some night-long dancing, drinking, and merriment. While Christmas is all about the family, New Year's is all about the boyfriends, girlfriends, or singles getting together to celebrate the … [Read more...]
Affordable Coffee Makers: Wake Up!
November 17, 2009 By Leave a Comment
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 … [Read more...]
Colorful Picinic Ideas
April 26, 2009 By 2 Comments
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: … [Read more...]
Cedar & Wood Sake Vessel and Cups
January 21, 2009 By 1 Comment
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 … [Read more...]
