Reclaim Your Backyard!

So the snow has melted, and you are looking forward to finally being able to use your deck, patio, porch space, and backyard.  You're not alone.  Why don't you take this opportunity to clear out the old junk and use some of the following ideas to enjoy the outdoors all spring and summer long? Redo … [Read more...]

Best and Worst: Valentine’s Gifts for Women

The worst gifts you can give a woman are gifts that seem judgmental. Remember, this is different for many women. The general things to stray away from are weight, body image, and anything that seems to draw attention to a woman's faults. Giving a woman a scale is probably the worst gift imaginable, and … [Read more...]

Williams-Sonoma Whistling Platinum Teakettle

Nothing is quite as soothing or as relaxing as a steaming cup of tea! :) If you are an adamant tea drinker take a look at the Chantal Whistling Teakettle from Williams-Sonoma.  When water comes to a boil, this teakettle’s Hohner harmonic whistle sounds off with all the resonance of a train whistle. … [Read more...]

This Week in the World of Home and Garden

Simplicity, functionality and frugality. All adjectives that speak to me. :) Check out the Clothes Pin and Memory Stick from poor.pl. No instructions required, just stick it into your computer and then clip it onto you clothing when you're done... (Source: Yanko Design Blog) While at Smarter … [Read more...]

This Week in Smarter Home and Garden

I need to get this book!! It's called ScamoRama and it basically breaks down ways to turn the tables on those god awful emails we all get from some desperate widows, or corrupt bankers asking for money and promising to split the big payload in the end. "Scamorama is a popular website for scambaiting, … [Read more...]

Discount Cookware and Bakeware

Update your chipped and worn looking cookware with a brand new set of ribbed mixing bowls and pretty bakeware. Check out the great deals on kitchenware and mixing bowls called Vitrified Stoneware at Blair.com. Vitrified china goes from freezer to oven to table and looks beautiful every step of the way. The … [Read more...]

Bakeware Set Deal! 31 Piece Bakeware Collection!

  Well I came across this deal and I could not resist. It's a great bargain! Simply said it contains 31 pieces of quality bakeware: 1 - 12"" Pizza Pan 1 - Bake `n Roast Pan 1 - 8"" Square Cake Pan 2 - 8"" Round Cake Pans 2 - 9"" Round Cake Pans 1 - Biscuit/Brownie Pan 2 - 16 … [Read more...]

Le Creuset: What’s Not to Love?

Left to Right: Round 2qt $114.95, Oval 5qt $189.95, Round 7 1/4 qt $234.95. If you weren't into casserole making before, I'm sure you are now that you've gotten a look at these Le Creuset French Ovens. Actually, you can do a lot more that whip up a tuna surprise in these chic cast iron pots. In addition … [Read more...]