Totally Geeky or Geek Chic? Electric Table


Updated 04/16/07 11:38 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 11 comments

Totally Geeky or Geek Chic? Electric Table

The electric table is "decorated" with electrical outlets on all sides and mixes electronic aesthetic with furniture and function. As the designer Broberg and Ridderstrale points out, this encourages the integration of gadgets in our homes. "Depending on how it is used, the electrical appliance turns into "electro-decoration," says the designer. Power source issues are a big deal at my house Read more

LilSugar's Baby Registry Essentials


Updated 04/15/12 3:37 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 1 comment

Baby Registry Must Haves

It's amazing just how much stuff a person as tiny as a newborn baby needs. But as anyone who's gone through it before can tell you, babies are high-maintenance little people! If you're lucky enough to have friends and family who want to gift the new addition, they'll likely be looking to rely on your registry. Consider registering at a larger, all-inclusive baby store, like Giggle or Buy Buy Read more

Kelly Wearstler Goes Casual With a New China Collection For Pickard


Updated 03/01/12 3:45 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

New Kelly Wearstler Dishes For Pickard

After falling for Kelly Wearstler's delicately gilded debut collection for Pickard, I was excited to catch a glimpse of her new casual collection. In true Kelly Wearstler fashion, her sophomore collection of china is covered in bold patterns, half of which also come in iconic '80s hues. Think deep periwinkle and electric fuchsia. Inspired by the natural patterns found in marble and stone Read more

Equipment Lab: Manual Citrus Juicer


Updated 03/01/12 2:30 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Manual Citrus Juicer

Honestly, at this time in my life, I'm just not ready to shell out hundreds of dollars or give up precious counter space in my tiny kitchen for a massive juicing machine. But that doesn't mean I'll never get to enjoy a glass of freshly pressed orange or grapefruit juice from the comfort of my breakfast table. I swear by the manual citrus juicer that was passed down to me from my grandmother. Read more

25 Things to Do With Old Jeans


Updated 12/26/11 11:29 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Old Denim Crafts

We're thrilled to present this smart Wise Bread story here on Savvy! Recycling fabric is a powerful green living and cost saving strategy. Denim is one of the coolest fabrics to do it with. It's sturdy, gains character with age and can be acquired very inexpensively at yard sales or in your own "old clothes" closet. Some of the coolest ideas I've found? RELATED: 16 Ways to Make Your Clothes Read more

3 "Skinny" Thanksgiving Sides (Sweet Potatoes and Stuffing Included!)


Updated 11/24/11 6:04 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Lighter Mashed Potatoes and Other Classic Thanksgiving Sides

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Self here on FitSugar! We have some alarming news about your Thanksgiving dinner plans. According to SkinnyChef.com founder Jennifer Iserloh, the average American consumes 3,500 calories on Thanksgiving Day. That, Iserloh points out, is the equivalent of one pound of body fat, people. (Are you running in place yet?) Don't worry. We're not going Read more

Quick Tip: Try Using Fans Instead of Air Conditioning at Night


Updated 06/20/11 3:57 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

How to Use Fans to Stay Cool in the Summer

Isn't this retro-looking fan adorable? I have a couple fans in this style at our house and love the way they look — and the fact that they help cool the house effectively on the rare, hot Summer days in the Bay Area. Did you know that you can actually use electric fans to supplement your air conditioning system? Instead of running the AC all day and all night, try using fans during the night to Read more

Michelle Williams Talks Marilyn Monroe, Healing, and Being Single in Vogue


Updated 09/14/11 12:25 PM · Posted by · 15 comments

Michelle Williams Pictures as Marilyn Monroe in October 2011's Vogue

Michelle Williams covers October's Vogue, which hits newsstands on Sept. 20, and she's featured wearing the makeup, hair, and costumes from her upcoming movie My Week With Marilyn. The Marilyn Monroe biopic is out in the US on Nov. 4. Inside the issue, Michelle speaks about the process of making the movie. Michelle also touches on more personal topics, like how she and 6-year-old daughter Matilda Read more

DIY a Radiant Cocktail Station


Updated 05/11/11 12:57 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Turn an Ugly Radiator Into a Bar

If you read my five ideas for creating a bar at home and you're still stumped as to where to set up a cocktail station in your own digs, look no further than your radiator! Gap's director of concept, Jane Herman, got creative in her home, which was featured on Refinery29, and turned an unsightly radiator into a pretty tabletop and minibar by setting a basic — or homemade — console table Read more

Macarons


Updated 04/21/11 5:17 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Black Sesame Macaron Recipe

Love macarons? Then you'll enjoy OnSugar blog Yoo Eatz's recipe for black sesame macarons. Relationships often have early omens that signal whether they are meant to last. When I met my husband in college, it was clear that our mutual love for Star Wars (I know, I know -- nerd alert!), amusement parks, late night runs to Jack in the Box, and practice of couch potatoism were harbingers of a long Read more