Winged Platter

This unusual aluminum angel wing platter sold on Viva Terra could be used to display food or knickknacks on a side table.

Cyber Monday Sales

Can't keep up with all the cyber-Monday sales! Check out these sales happening online, today only.

Bliss:

30% off hand picked gift sets

30% off a gift of 2 or more items

Piperlime: 20% off and free shipping, enter code MONDAY at checkout

Gap: 20% off and free shipping, enter code MONDAY at checkout

Crate and Barrel: 15% off and Free Shipping, use code SAVE15 at checkout

Lucky Brand: 30% off and free shipping today

Discovery Store: 20% off, use code DISCOVER20 (plus free shipping on orders over $100)

Hollywood Jewels

Love these hollywood glam DANNIJO Evelyn earrings. Pair them with a little black dress for your holiday party.

Return of the Swatch

Maybe because I never got a Swatch watch when I was little, but recently I've been secretly eyeing Swatches as I walk by stores (can you find them anywhere besides airports these days?). In any case, browsing the main Swatch website for originals, I had a hard time finding a plain clear jelly.

Then I came across Baby-G, where I found any color clear jelly watch my heart desired!

Movie Review: Let The Right One In

Looking for a Vampire movie to compliment your Twilight obsession? Try the Swedish movie Let The Right One In, it's creepy and realistic and great if you like vampires and horror movies!

Weekend Sales

Don't want to line up early on Black Friday? Here are some online sales so that you can enjoy shopping this weekend, from the comfort of your own home!

J. Crew: 20% off sale items plus free shipping on orders of $150 or more, through Sunday. Click here for more details.

Urban Outfitters: free shipping on orders over $75, enter FREEBIRD at checkout, through Sunday.

Gap: Online event, 50% off sweaters and fleece. Click here for more details.

Amazon: Home & Garden Black Friday deals, click here for more info.

Happy Turkey Day!

Hope everyone is having a great Thanksgiving!

I will be busy eating until tomorrow..

Knobs for Your Walls

These beautiful gold and black porcelain knobs are a great way to display jewelry on the wall.


Feeling inspired? Create a DIY project for yourself this weekend and pick up some knobs at the flea market, or try anthropologie for a big selection:

Gem Earrings

I absolutely loved these emerald earrings that Angelina wore a while back, and have been searching for a version of these ever since.


My search has finally paid off, check out these Gem Earrings from we dream in colour. Get the look for only $28.

Bunny Lamp

You know how I love the bunnies. I imagine this cute bunny lamp from giggle would be perfect for a little girls' room.

Calendar Art

Use these calendars for 2010 and at the end of each month, follow the template on the back to create boxes, note cards, file folders, and more.

Edible Party Accessories

I was looking for some edible party accessories and there are some interesting things out there.

Ok, I've seen this before but I love anything candy cane related. Candy cane shot glasses. Another thought would be using classic candy cane sticks as stirrers.

Mixing peppermint with one of my favorite things, chocolate, and you get these perfect hot chocolate or coffee stirrers.

Check out these innovative santa stirrers made of stacked poached cranberries.


These CB2 Tipsy Toes ice cubes will jazz up any drink.
And finally, the classic mulled cider with a cinnamon stick stirrer:

What a Hoot

I think these hoot pillows from CB2 are so adorable and I love the colors.

Glass Bangles

Found the perfect holiday accessory for only $14.95, these brass bangles with green glass beads.

Navy Messenger Bag

Love this navy messenger bag that also comes in purple and gray, from Clare Vivier.

Storage Tray

I love the Umbra storage solutions! Just saw this pivo storage tray that swivels, keeping small items that cause clutter out of sight.

Thanksgiving Table Setting Ideas

Some great ideas on table setting and decorating ideas for Thanksgiving from Martha, in case anyone needs any last minute ideas. I particularly like the edible place settings (is it proper to eat them?), the printed linens, and wishbone napkin rings.


Get further inspiration from these HGTV table setting ideas.

Snow Globes

I adore these fresh snow globes from West Elm! Today save 20% on select holiday decorating items from West Elm and free shipping. If I could only shop for the home from West Elm I would be happy!

Gift Guides for the Holidays

As the holiday season approaches it's always interesting to see all the gift guides that come out. Here's a roundup of some of my favorites.

New York Magazine: As always, nymag.com comes through with a great gift guide categorized in multiple ways so that you can define the price and topic.

MoMA Store: A list of gifts under $50 from the MoMA Store - they always have great gadgets and goodies.

HGTV: This guide contains more than just gifts for the home, also see a variety of products for the kitchen, for your pets, etc. I like the break down of categories listed here.

Jonathan Adler: For gifts categorized by price and category, such as baby gifts, for her/him, holiday, hostess, etc.

MyHomeIdeas: For creative and unique gift ideas check out this gift guide. Also get tips on wrapping, and other holiday essentials.

NY Times: From electronics to books, see a variety of gifts here. I particularly like the Dining & Home category.

Real Simple: Again, categorized by price and topic.

J. Crew: The clothing gift guide collection for him/her/kids, etc. If you're short on time you can check out J. Crew's gift gurus - fill out your preferences and the gurus will select items, wrap and ship.

Bloomingdales: I was pleasantly surprised by the interesting selection here of both clothing and products, categorized by price and category.

Lowes: For the DIY in your man (or in my case, me), check out the Lowes gift guide. Gifts are organized by price and by category (novice, weekend warrior, outdoor entertainer, etc.).

NearbyNow: Try this app for your iphone, giving you on-the-go access to gift guides from Nodstrom, Sunset, Cosmo, and others.

Barnes & Noble: For games, toys, music and dvds check out this guide.

Other go-tos include A & G Merch and Fred Flare where there are always goodies to be found.

Snowflake Dishtowels

What better way to get festive for the holidays than with these Snowflake Print Dishtowels from Crate and Barrel, $3.95 each.

My Not-So-Secret Obsession

Who's excited!?

Baby Poncho

How stylish is this little pink and green baby poncho! I'm a sucker for hoodies and I particularly love the tassel!

Welly Socks

Genius! How did I not hear about these sooner? Socks for your wellies that fold over the top. Keep your feet dry and no more digging around in your boots trying to pull up your socks!

Cupcake Contest

Enter the Kids' Cupcake contest on Mixing Bowl through December 30. The winner of the best design will win $250 and will be featured in Parents Magazine.

Felt Necklaces

Came across these felt pendant necklaces by knitknit at a street fair. My favorites are the bunny cameo and the turquoise pendant. Buy them on Etsy.

Practical Stocking Stuffers

Aren't they the best kind? Stocking stuffers from The Container Store that have a use, and don't just sit on your office desk for several months collecting dust!

The coffee mug sleeve by Umbra:

Mini Doc Speakers for the iPod:

And now, saving the best for last, my personal favorite. Any gal will appreciate this handbag hook that you can bring with you to restaurants so that you don't have to set your bag on the floor.

Persimmon Vases

These bold persimmon vases from Jayson Home & Garden, starting at $32, would be great for stacking together on a bookcase.

Modern Barbie

Unfortunately I don't know any little girls currently into Barbie, but I thought this was hysterical - the hip Jonathan Adler Barbie Doll.


Also comes with this ridiculously cute home accessories pack:

The Wally

Saw this and thought it would make a great guy stocking stuffer. The Wally, a wallet sized stainless steel bottle opener.

Bud Vases

Love these little bud vases that can be mixed and matched, starting at $3.99.

Don't Cry Over Spilt Milk

I really need to upgrade my morning with this spilt milk cereal bowl. This will remind me to eat before getting dressed for work.

Public Improv

These are some pretty funny videos created by an improv group called Improv Everywhere.

'I Love Lunch'




'Invisible Dogs' (shot in Brooklyn, might I add)

Christmas Ornaments

Love the Jonathan Adler critter ornament collection. He even has a banana! I wonder where the Boston Terrier Bulldog mix is?? He must be working on it.

Weekend Sales

Gap Give & Get Program: Through Nov 15, use this coupon to get 30% off and for every purchase you make, 5% of the amount you spend will go to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Can be used at Old Navy and Banana Republic as well.

Bloomingdale's Friends & Family: Through Nov 15 save 20% off your purchases online using the promo code HOLIDAY

J. Crew Knits and Tees: Through Nov 15, 20% of all knits and tees, prices as marked online only.

Thread SF

If you're on the west coast you can take advantage of the Thread holiday shopping event in San Francisco. On November 21-22 at the Fort Mason Center you can shop wares from indie designers and artisans.

3 of a Kind: Fall Scarves

Still loving the scarf trend. Such an easy way to dress up any plain jane outfit.

Hipster chic: love all that's going on with this Just FM braided scarf sold on Pixie Market:


Comfiest: avoid the itch and overheating (ok maybe those are just my problems) with this Converse jersey scarf sold on Target:


Just for fun: Love the playfulness of this pom-pom scarf from Calypso:

eBay Green Team Sweepstakes

Send in pictures or video of a reuse project that you've worked on and enter to win a $1000 shopping spree on eBay. If you've just given a creative makeover to an old or used piece of furniture you qualify. Learn more about the Sweepstakes here.

Winter Drinks

I have to start making lists of happy things to think about to get through the winter, which is not my favorite season. One good thing, if you ask me, is a nice warm drink! I'll never forget my waitressing days when learned about the curing effects of a hot whiskey.

Here are some to try this winter.

Check out this list from MyRecipes, my favorites are the hazelnut toddy and the apricot-apple cider.

I will be trying the hot spiced wine and - wow - the sticky toffee pudding eggnog (gotta love the 'nog) from the Food & Wine winter list.

This list from Martha Stewart goes through drink ingredients that help counteract specific ailments.