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10 Gifts You Didn't Find Under the Tree (but Should Buy Anyway)

GeekSugar — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 05:47:36 PST

So the Christmas holiday has passed, and you're basking in the glow of your new tech toys. Or are you? If you didn't exactly get what was on your wish list this holiday season, take matters into your own hands and hit the stores - there's plenty of gadgets out there that are worthy of your holiday gift cards.

Wacom Technology Introduces The Bamboo Fun

GeekSugar — Sun, 16 Sep 2007 09:00:02 PDT

If your hand gets sore from using a mouse, you may want to try a Wacom tablet-a gadget that YumSugar swears by. These cordless, ergonomically designed devices come with a pressure-sensitive pen for quick and effortless editing. This new blue tablet is called the Bamboo Fun and comes with a cordless, battery-free pen and a mouse. Featured on Crave, the Bamboo Fun is compatible with both Macs and PCs and includes copies of Adobe Photoshop Elements 4 for Mac, Nik’s Color Efex Pro 2 GE filtering software, and Corel Painter Essentials 3. Available in small and medium sizes in black, silver, white or blue. Prices start at $99 and go upwards to $199.

11 Ways to Print Instagram Photos

Kelly Schwarze — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 06:34:01 PST

Instagram is the easy way of creating dreamy iPhone photos in a flash. The filters work their magic so well that nearly every picture comes out looking like a keepsake. Making those memories permanent can be just as easy with these tools for turning Instagram photos into a lasting work of art.

PostalPix - Use this iPhone app to print four-inch squares from your Instagram library for only 30 cents each. Fast shipping, matte finish, professional quality resolution, and the convenience of mobile shopping make this our first stop for Instagram prints. They even sell just-right square 4-inch wooden frames.
CanvasPop - Those filtered photos are worthy of an at-home gallery. Create a high-resolution 12-inch square or 20-inch square stretched canvas print for the temporary price of $30 and $60, respectively. Buy multiple canvases for an artful wall vignette.
Printstagram - The company offers multiple ways to print Instagram photos, but the 20-by-40-inch posters will make the most stunning addition to a living room wall. Between 50-400 photos are arranged in a clean grid on thick, archival paper for $25.
Blurb - Haven't looked at a photo album in a while? Blurb brings back what now seems like an antiquated way of sharing photos with a modern, Instagram twist. Softcover books with 20 pages of Instagram photos runs $11 and a hardcover is $22. Christmas present, perhaps?
Postagram - A fun way to show people you're thinking of them, Postagram mails a postcard with popout Instagram photo and message to friends for 99 cents each. A thoughtful alternative to a birthday e-card!

Three more ways to print Instagram beauties after the break.

9 Cute Tools to Organize Paperwork and Files

Emily Co — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 05:00:44 PST

Cleaning up is not exactly people's idea of fun, but it's not so bad when you have cute little containers to put your papers in. Check out some of these handy organizers that will keep your desk neat:

From left to right:

Blossom Stockholm Desktop File ($21)
Silver Mesh Super Sorter ($17)
5-Section Bamboo Vertical File ($40)
Circuit Magazine File ($20)
Piano White Wall-Mount Cubby Organizer ($30)
Library Magazine File ($12)
Landscape Letter Tray ($10)
Bright Stockholm Desktop File ($20)
Acrylic Desktop File ($25)

OnSugar Blog: 5 Must Haves For a Clean, Stylish, Happy Baby and Mommy

OnSugar Blog — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 03:15:36 PDT

Lots of moms and mommies-to-be like to think out loud, and Nicole Pearl, the Beauty Girl is one of them. She recently posted about her favorite products for baby and mom on her The Beauty Girl blog.

It's only Tuesday and it's already been a big week of celeb news: Kim K's divorcing and Jessica Simpson's having a baby! Breakups suck, but personal experience proves they make you stronger. Babies, on the other hand, are the biggest gift of love. I can't believe my little man Rex is already 8 weeks old! I admit, the past couple of months have been grueling between the sleepless nights and never-ending bouts of spit up. But they've also been the most rewarding, magical moments of my life.

Jessica's announcement got me thinking about how far I've come as a mom. Like, I went from not knowing what a breast pump was to being able to put the parts together in the dark. And the full five minutes it once took me to change a diaper has been shaved down to seconds. In just two months, I've become fluent in baby from gadgets to products. I still have a lot to learn, and I've been grateful to all the moms who have shared their tips with me. Now, it's my turn to pay it forward. I've listed a few of my favorite finds (more installments to come!). Hopefully these will come in just as handy for baby Simpson and all the future tots-to-be.

Burt's Bees Baby Bee Shampoo & Wash: After washing Rex's hair and body with this, he smells just like a baby should - fresh, clean and yummy all at once. I've been sent a lot of baby bath products from a bunch of different companies and will report back on the others as I give them a try.

Kicky Pants, Ralph Lauren and Splendid onesies: A onesie is the baby equivalent of a dress. Just slip it on and the look is complete. From preppy to hipster, I love dressing Rex up in stylish looks, and I've fallen in love with the fashions from these three brands. Kicky Pants onesies come in fun prints and are made with a bamboo fabric that's so soft, I wish they made clothes for adults. Rex may as well be a model for Ralph Lauren because every other thing he wears is RL baby. From the most precious white nightie to a velour jumper, there's a wealth of adorable options, especially for boys. Splendid wins for creating mini versions of fashions that you'd wear yourself. Like the brand's adult line, the clothes are comfy and cute. Check out Rex in the lower photo with his teddy. He's rocking a Splendid hooded onesie.

Baby Aquaphor: I oil Rex up from head to toe every night. I keep a tub by his changing table and a tube in my diaper bag. I swear by this ointment. It's kept his pretty baby face acne free, has fended off diaper rash and stopped the first signs of cradle cap in its tracks.

Keep reading to see the rest of The Beauty Girl's recommendations.

Get Rose Byrne's Warm Summer Night Makeup Look

Brittney Stephens — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 03:05:00 PDT

Rose Byrne recently hosted a sunset reception to celebrate Zimmermann's 2012 resort collection, and managed to look effortlessly gorgeous despite the balmy LA weather. "It was an outdoor event and it seemed right to go with a fun lip color; not too much on the eye, a sun-kissed cheek, and a bright, happy coral lip," said makeup artist Fiona Stiles, who created the look. So to see the products Stiles used, along with her tips on how to copy Rose's nonfussy, sweat-proof palette, just keep reading.

The New Eau de Vie Pina Colada

BellaSugar — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 09:00:23 PDT

If you like Pina Coladas, then you will love this new Eau de Vie Pina Colada Eau de Toilette Spray ($18). Are you singing yet? If not, you will be after smelling this delectable blend of coconut, lime, kiwi and bamboo. The scent is nothing short of fresh, summery and fruity! If you're someone who really enjoys the essence of the beach, this is the fragrance for you!

The packaging of this perfume is really simple, just like its sister scents. If you haven't heard of them yet, take note of this fun collection based around the smells of food! And if you're not into Pina Coladas that's okay-you can choose between Whipped Cream, Vanilla Ice Cream, Almond, Coconut, Cappuccino with Cream and Chocolate and Mint. Bon appetit!