Did you collect a shelf full of Mason jars back when they were all the rage? Maybe you no longer want them front and center as tabletop décor, but no need to toss them just yet. We mined Pinterest (and a few of our other favorite sites) to find clever ways to repurpose your Mason jars. You’ll […]
Pinterest is a veritable cornucopia of visual inspiration! So, with Thanksgiving right around the corner, we’ve been scouring the boards for delightfully clever, totally unique and ultra chic (read: not at all cheesy!) décor ideas to help you throw a fabulous Thanksgiving fete. These are a few of our faves: 1. White Pumpkins: Eschew the typical […]
Hiring someone to cater your party is a wonderful luxury, but it’s not always in the cards. Preparing the food on your own for say, 24 people, might seem a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. It’s all a matter of planning—knowing how to choose the right (i.e. easy!) menu, what to buy […]
Are your winter sweaters looking as tired as your neighbor’s Christmas decorations? Without sewing a stitch, you can add some glamour to sweaters that are starting to lose their style. Sweater Upgrade #1: Wool Felting Appliqué One pullover sweater A set of cookie cutters or fondant cutters of varying size Thick piece of foam as […]
Sadly, I can only blame one of my problems today on the design house of Nina Ricci and the jeweled ankle strapped lovelies that will set a girl back $1295. Even if I couldn’t come up with a good reason on why that is a crazy number to spend on one pair of shoes, my […]
Julia wore one while eating, praying, and loving. Gisele wears them on the beach (though does anyone notice anything else when she’s in her bikini?). Wrap bracelets are the accessory of the moment, but for such a simple little design, they are priced more like an investment piece rather than something to throw on when […]
Stuck in a beauty rut? With the New Year upon us, now’s the time to mix things up. You can start by dropping these five “don’ts” from your beauty routine. Bad Habit: Product Overload Break It: Skin care experts warn that too many products can aggravate sensitive skin, so cut back to help keep your […]
What’s the best way to save on essentials without resorting to dollar-store cosmetics? Here are 7 tips to keep both your beauty and your budget intact. 1. Makeup Brushes In addition to extending the life on pricey makeup applicators, regularly cleaning your brushes is just the sanitary thing to do. And if you really need […]
It’s summer outdoor entertainment season and people want their homes to look spic and span for outdoor parties. Here are some tips to make your house gleam before hosting an occasion outside. 1. Clean! Jeff Hester of Skokie’s Hester Painting and Decorating suggests attaching a low-pressure power washer to your garden hose to clean off […]
It’s a challenge to give your Valentine an original gift. This year surprise your honey with something personal and homemade. It’ll be meaningful, yet cost you less than $20. Frame of 14 Type or handwrite 14 detailed reasons why you love your loved one. A decorative font or lovely piece of paper will […]
