A Trip to Marrakesh: Design Tips, Stories, and Inspiration From Maryam Montague and Her Phenomenal New Book


Updated 05/25/12 9:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Marrakesh by Design Interview and Pictures

Moroccan design and decor may be a popular decorating trend, but for Maryam Montague, the woman behind the beautiful and popular blog My Marrakesh and the new book Marrakesh by Design, it's much more than that: it's a way of life. When Maryam isn't working at her main occupation as a human rights and democracy specialist, she's writing and photographing for her blog; managing her shop, Red Thread Read more

10 Affordable Etsy Gifts For Your Teacher Pals


Updated 05/09/12 9:53 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Cheap Gifts For Teachers

This week is Teacher Appreciation Week, and a time to show the teachers in your life some appreciation by gifting them with a meaningful token. Being a teacher can be a tough job, so show your appreciation to those who have the venerable occupation of educating and improving minds. Read on for 10 very personal and creative finds from Etsy that any teacher would love. Read more

The Ape-ple of Mom's Eye Tries Out His Tootsies


Updated 05/08/12 9:50 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Cute Baby Gorilla Kukena at Bristol Zoo Pictures

Bristol Zoo's Gorilla Island has a new (adorable!) occupant striding its shores. Little Kukena ventured out with mom Salome over the weekend and took his first steps in the big, big world. A 7-month-old Western Lowland gorilla, Kukena is part of an international conservation breeding program for this critically endangered species. Read more

Do You Have One of the Best Jobs in 2012?


Updated 04/26/12 8:52 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

The Best Jobs in 2012

It seems like everyone has strong emotions about their job, whether it be love or hate. Let's see how your career compares with results from a CareerCast list that used data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics and other government agencies to compile the best and worst jobs in 2012. They factored in things like physical demands, work environment, income, stress, and hiring outlook to come up Read more

5 Ways to Spring Clean Your Online Dating Profile


Updated 03/30/12 10:17 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Ways to Clean Up Your Online Dating Profile

Spring is officially here, and the new season is the perfect time to set out on some new dating endeavors. If you're heading out with friends to enjoy the pleasant weather, complementing your girlfriend adventures with online dates can hopefully add to the springtime fun. If you feel like your profile isn't working, or if you're getting loads of messages you're not into, you're in luck. I've got Read more

Do You Have One of America's Most Stressful Jobs?


Updated 01/27/12 2:30 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Top 10 Most Stressful Jobs

There's always going to be a certain level of stress at a job and there are plenty of reasons why people consider their jobs stressful: low pay, instability, office politics, and not being challenged. Even if your job has these certain stress factors, do you think it qualifies as one of America's most stressful jobs? Here's a roundup of CNBC's top 10 most stressful jobs in America: Enlisted Read more

Buzz Quiz: How Well Do You Know American Horror Story?


Updated 01/26/12 4:32 PM · Posted by · 9 comments

American Horror Story Season One Quiz

New FX series American Horror Story has had an incredibly successful first season, getting picked up for a second run and recently receiving a Golden Globe nomination for best drama series. If you haven't jumped on the bandwagon yet, the frightening plot, well-developed characters, and stunning mansion are all reasons why you should be watching. Fans of Lost will especially appreciate the part Read more

Protect Yourself! 8 Important Labor Laws to Know


Updated 12/14/11 1:44 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Breaking Labor Laws

Recently, a SavvySugar Community member talked about the possibility of her boss breaking a labor law. It's important to know what laws are to protect yourself as an employee. Here are some of the top legal rights you are entitled to as a worker: Family and medical leave: This law requires some employers with 50 or more employees to give 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected sick leave for reasons Read more

8 Steps to Being Happy Without Spending a Dime


Updated 03/19/12 10:21 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Increase My Happiness

Happiness is something you can't put a price on, and it's something you shouldn't take for granted. Despite what you think, no fancy car, flashy bling, or other material possessions will make you happy. True happiness has to come from within and just like most things in life, it takes effort and hard work to achieve it. Here are eight simple steps to becoming a happier person: Stop being Read more

The Roommate Agreement: 7 Things To Talk About Before You Move In


Updated 11/09/11 12:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

The Roommate Agreement: 7 Things To Talk About Before You Move In

We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! Sharing an apartment or a house can be a very smart financial move: You’ll probably get more space than you would by yourself, you might be able to afford a nicer part of town, and it may give you room in your budget for extra saving. All the same, living with other people is tough, and the savings aren’t worth it if you end Read more