5 Sneaky Fitness Tips to Get Your Lil One Going!


Updated 08/12/10 5:24 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 1 comment

Sneaky Fitness Book

If you've got a lil couch potato on your hands, Sneaky Fitness has the cure! Little ones can be resistant to exercise, especially when it feels forced, but authors Missy Chase Lapine and fitness expert, Larysa DiDio have a few sneaky-fun solutions to get your kids in gear. Rather than force kids to be active, this creative team authored a book of tips that harness your kids' natural fidgeting Read more

12 Works of Art Made From Books


Updated 11/11/09 1:43 AM · Posted by CasaSugar · 2 comments

12 Works of Art Made From Books

You needn't spend top dollar on oil paints and horsehair brushes to prove your artistic skill. These days, plenty of artists are creating magnificent works of art from things as simple as books and X-acto knives. Some of you may think that books are sacrilegious, and that they should remain as they were printed, from cover to cover. But don't forget that books are printed en masse — and these Read more

Fun Summer Geek Reads


Updated 07/22/09 1:50 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 0 comments

Witty and Geeky Female-Oriented Books For Reading This Summer

To me, Summer is not only about throwing parties, taking trips and getting out your waterproof beach gear, it's also about winding down . . . and by winding down, I mean losing yourself in a good book. They are geeky, witty, and full of flair — here are some of my favorite Summer beach reads for all the geeky gals out there. Read more

Literary Gadgetry Slideshow


Updated 03/09/08 1:47 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 7 comments

Literary Gadgetry Slideshow

Lately I've been absolutely giddy with indulging my first geeky love: Books. When I spotted this gorgeous Dutch Enlightenment Book Light, it hit me that Steve Jobs was wrong — people do still read books, and technology will never strip us of our desire to read. To prove my point, I've put together a slideshow of geeky reading-related products and websites, all geared toward book-thirsty geeks, Read more

Great Books to Inspire Conversation For Black History Month


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Black History Month Children's Books

In honor of Black History Month, we've rounded up five of the best books around to inspire conversation with your kids. From President Obama's Of Thee I Sing, a tribute to the people and ideals that shaped our nation, to Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's brand new book, What Color Is My World? The Lost History of African-American Inventors, there's something to inspire dialogue with kids of every age and Read more

Corsets: Lots of Controversy Squeezed Into One Undergarment


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Vintage Corset Ads

Nowadays, women who want a trimmer waist in a pinch typically turn to Spanx or some other body-slimming underwear. But when it's less about practicality and more about looking sexy in nothing but your skivvies (like for your Valentine's Day date night, for instance), you may choose to don a corset. While modern women are free to wear these fitted underpinnings whenever we want to spice things up Read more

Gwyneth Paltrow Shows Skin in Stella McCartney at the Grammys


Updated 02/13/12 8:08 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Gwyneth Paltrow Pictures at Grammys in Stella McCartney

Gwyneth Paltrow hung out backstage at this evening's Grammy Awards in LA. She's on the long list of stars who will present an honor during the ceremony, and she'll take the stage in her cutout Stella McCartney gown. Gwyneth hit the Grammys with her husband Chris Martin. His band, Coldplay, starred in one of the evening's most anticipated performances when they teamed up with Rihanna. It's a big Read more

Get Romantic With Books About Legendary Love Stories


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Famous Love Stories

Not in the mood for Valentine's Day? Well, get romantically inspired this February with some of the most famous love stories in history. It doesn't matter if you're single or coupled up, no one can resist a juicy story of passion, glamour, and tragedy — especially if it's true! So here are some of the books we recommend you dive into to learn more about history's most fascinating love stories. Read more

Weekly Faves: 5 Inspiring Spaces


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Romantic Bedroom Ideas and Spaces

This week I'm feeling torn when I consider weekend plans. Should I get cozy with a book in my favorite reading chair, or choose adventure and head to a cabin in the wilderness? I don't want to choose, and neither should you. I've found some truly relaxing spaces, both adventure-inspired and staycation-inspired. Check out some favorite photos of dreamy bedrooms, ornate Russian apartments, and much Read more

The Couple Who Inspired The Vow


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The Vow Real Life Couple

Kim and Krickitt Carpenter sold the movie rights to their unforgettable love story back in 1996. But it took until this week for that film, The Vow, to come out. The Carpenters married in September 1993, and less than 10 weeks later, a car accident left them both injured and Krickitt in a coma. Once she woke up, she had no memory of her husband. Besides the coma and memory loss, The Vow doesn't Read more