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Rachel's Making a List and Checking It Twice
Rachel Bilson had her shopping list in hand Thursday as she stopped by a Staples in LA. Unlike her recent photo shoot for Flaunt, Rachel kept things covered up but she did show off her favorite bag. She's restocking items around her house after being robbed earlier this year, though apparently the thieves weren't too slick — her lawyers believe that one of the alleged burglars passed an expensive vest of Rachel's on to her sister, who was photographed in it.
Before and After: Updating a Sun Porch
Su Casa member PrettyLittleWorld loves her new home, but she wasn't a fan of her sun porch. She writes, "When we moved into our new home over the summer, we knew the sun porch would have to get some attention so that we could use it. The previous design was just all around unattractive, and made the porch feel a little depressing.
Casa Beta: Home Decorators Annandale Jute Area Rug
Jute/natural fiber rugs are a great versatile, nondescript choice for every room in the house when you're not trying to make a statement but rather just pull a space together. I'd been looking for one for a sitting area in my home, and found that the prices really ran the gamut. I've seen super-simple 5-x-8-foot sisal rugs for only $50, and thicker jute rugs like Pottery Barn's Flat-Braided Jute Rugs for $300.
Would You Swap Houses to Save on Hotel Expenses?
House swapping was never something that crossed my mind until I watched Cameron Diaz and Kate Winslet merrily swap abodes in The Holiday. Cameron's character (Amanda) got to stay in a cozy English home while Kate's character (Iris) spent a week in a decked-out Los Angeles pad, and in the end everyone got exactly what they wanted. I made a mental note to peruse Craigslist to see what was out there the next time I traveled, but the fact is the idea hadn't come up again until I read an interesting article from Budget Travel.
Obama Buys $4,800 Recycled Chandelier For Daughters' White House Bedroom
In last night's episode of Man Shops Globe, Keith Johnson traveled to South Africa, where he was on the hunt for not-so-typical African crafts. After stumbling upon some unusual pottery and a handmade wooden dining chair straight out of a Van Gogh painting, he wandered into a magical art collective shop called Magpie , which sells knickknacks and décor made entirely from recycled objects. Be it a lid to a dog food can, a wine cork, or a Barbie, the eco-conscious craftsman turned the disposable into the extraordinary.
7 Guidelines For First-Time Home Buyers
Just about a year ago, our financial system as we knew it was collapsing — Wall Street was in shambles. Things kept getting worse in pretty much every corner of the economy, and we're still trying to figure out whether or not the country has reached a state of recovery. The housing market has been particularly tumultuous, but many new buyers are taking advantage of lower home prices and finding themselves in escrow for the first time.
Get Ready For a Day Without Cats: In the LINK of an Eye!
- What animal should reign supreme on a "Day Without Cats"?! — Urlesque
- This (extremely) little piggy gets a doggy mama — Best Week Ever
- World's most expensive sheep sells for nearly $400,000! — People Pets
- Keep canines comfy during long car rides — Paw Nation
- Paralyzed police dog injured In shootout makes improvements — Dogster
- Leave the house with this pretty kitty key — Moderncat
Details about Sophie Dahl's Wedding Revealed
Sophie Dahl has been busy building a career off the catwalk lately writing several books, including a cookbook and subsequently landing a cookery show. However, she has still managed to find time to arrange her upcoming nuptials to singer Jamie Cullum as they plan to marry next July. Jamie's professional commitments have meant things have been postponed from January, but a Summer wedding is surely more fun anyway?
10 Important Things to Know About Retinoids
Retinoids have been used for decades, but oddly, they don't get much buzz. These underpraised and often overlooked topical treatments could help your skin in more ways than one, though. Not only do they effectively treat acne by unclogging pores, they can also slow signs of aging while keeping your complexion healthier.
Casa Interview, Part I: Domino Founding Editor Deborah Needleman (and an Awesome Giveaway!)
We design enthusiasts will admit that Domino will always hold a special place in our hearts — and bookshelves. But it was the stable of talented, creative people that truly made the beloved magazine an influence and an inspiration. So I was so delighted to have the chance to catch up with the founding editor-in-chief of Domino and co-author of Domino: The Book of Decorating, Deborah Needleman.
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