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- Remembering the World Trade Center I wrote this last year and wanted to post it again. I added an update at the bottom. I find I feel the same today as I did when I wrote it. I took this back in the early 80′s from a small plane. Those days you were allowed to fly around Manhattan… I just always expected [...]
- Free Advice Friday! Yesterday I started Three Tip Thursday, so today I thought…Hey! Why not a Free Advice Friday? I love answering all of your decorating questions so I though this would be a great way to have some fun and answer some pending questions! Addressing decorating questions is actually one of my favorite things to do! Here [...]
- Three Tip Thursday – A Few of My Favorite Things! Whenever I discover something new I think of sharing it with you. It might be a new product I love, a favorite new recipe or an organizing tip that works for me! Today I thought I’d share a few of the things I love and if you like it, I just might make it a [...]
- Spring flowers always make me smile! This was the weekend for planting flowers… we have this ritual each year where Mike and I shop together to pick them out, I plant them in all the boxes, pots and baskets on the deck and Mike will nurture them all summer. I think I get the best end of the deal, don’t [...]
- Make a Creative Date! I took a workshop on creativity many years ago and it was one of the best things I’ve ever done. I’m not sure if it’s because it was really fabulous workshop or because it was the first time since starting a family that I stepped out of my mom role and started to re-discover myself. It’s [...]
- Happy Valentine’s Day! I’m baaaaack! After a small break from blogging, I’ve decided it’s time to dive back in! I really did miss you, xo! There are lots of exciting things going on around here. We’re getting ready to launch a new website design with lots of new organizing ideas – even a challenge! We even have a new [...]
- Remembering the World Trade Center Have you ever reflected on little segments of your life and realized just how much they influenced who you are today? One of the big questions that people will ask of each other this weekend is “where were you on 9/11?”. Everyone has a story. Each one unique and each of us on that day [...]
- A Creative (and inexpensive) Way to add Additional Seating As you will discover in my post on Monday, I am somewhat obsessed with Ikea. If I wasn’t completely immersed in renovating our website, it could be a problem! By the way, make sure to take one last look at the current website, because in a week or so we are going to throw a party to celebrate a brand new look [...]
- Sunny Days, Sandy Beaches, Family and Friends I’ve gone to the beach for a week each summer since I was a young child and this year was no different. I know I’ve been awfully quiet around here – but it’s been busy behind the scenes and there are lots of good things happening around here. I’ll share more over the next [...]
- A Must Have Tool for Home Decorating! Chances are if you love to decorate, you also love to move your furniture around and if you’re like me… when you’re ready to move it, you don’t have time to wait for someone to help you. Enter the worlds greatest backsaving invention: Furniture Sliders. These little suckers will take the weight of a piece [...]
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- Unique Bud Vase Floral Arrangements Looking for a ideas to decorate a reception hall, or how to decorate a church for a wedding? Maybe you are looking for a nice centerpiece for a dining room or living room. Unique bud vase floral arrangements are a great solution for all of these decorating needs.When you are decorating a reception hall or a church for a wedding, you want something unique and beautiful. I found these unique and interesting bud vases at www.coniartglass.com that are handmade in Europe. They are extremely affordable, and make wonderful gifts too. They are versatile in that they can be used as a bud vases, oil lamps, or even as reed diffusers. Coni Art Glass will send you the hardware to use them as oil lamps if you wish, or reeds in case you wish to use them as reed diffusers, just let them know. For any purpose, they are a perfect solution for many decorating needs.These bud vases come in many colors, shapes and sizes, and are extremely affordable. Contact www.coniartglass.com to order today.
- Fragrance Lamps for Aromatherapy and More Aromatherapy is known to be good for reducing stress, preventing insomnia, and many other health benefits. In addition, it freshens the scent of a room, which is an added benefit. Fragrance lamps are one of the most decorative ways to use aromatherapy essential oils.One of the hottest and newest trends in aromatherapy and home fragrance today, fragrance lamps are not actually a new product. Also known as Lamp Berger, perfume lamps or effusion lamps, these scented oil lamps were first used in the mid 1800's. They use a catalytic combustion process to purify the air, destroying odors and killing bacteria while adding fragrance the air. Fragrance lamps quickly fill the air with your favorite scent of essential oil. They are quite beautiful, usually with a decorative collar or cap on top of a lovely glass base. These fragrance lamps are not only a nice decorative accent piece for use anywhere in the house, but eliminate odors and perfume the air. You can find these fragrance lamps in many sizes, shapes and colors at www.ConiArtGlass.com. Each lamp comes with complete step by step instructions for use, stone wick, vent cap, snuffer, funnel, and individual glossy gift box.
- Glass Hearts and Weddings! Incorporate wedding favors into your wedding or party decorations. I've said it before, you can use many different types of items to decorate the tables at your reception which may also double as favors. An item that I particularly like are glass heart ornaments. ConiArtGlass.com offers lovely glass hearts in many beautiful colors. Use them many ways. For example, attach your place cards to a glass heart and place it at your table setting. If you are not using place cards, attach a small note thanking your guest for attending your nuptials. It's a gift that your guests will treasure forever. These hearts are handmade, mouth blown glass ornaments produced in Eastern Europe. Every color is carefully selected to make the most beautiful, pleasing pieces. Cornel Plescan, the glass artist that produces these unique, collectible gifts, works with each customer to be certain that the colors are just perfect for your event.
- Tips to Protect Your Art Collection Any lover and collector of art will do his or her utmost to protect their art collection. Artwork is not only a major investment these days, it is also an essential part of the fabric of any home. It is rare to find a home with no prints, sketches or paintings on the wall, not to mention sculptures figurines or art glass adorning mantelpieces and sideboards. It is vital that collectors take proper care of their artwork to make sure that no piece is degraded in any way, shape or form.There are a number of ways that you can keep your artwork in perfect condition, but careful planning is required from the start. Put a strategy in place to protect your artwork before you even bring it home from the gallery or fair. Think about where you will place or hang the artwork to avoid any hazards that may turn into situations that leave the art damaged. For example, if a glass window does not protect the shelf on which a piece is to be placed, it may be wise to purchase a case in which to put it before it is actually placed on the shelf.The majority of measures that you should take concerning the placing of your artwork are common sense really. For example, you should not place any art in the kitchen or above a fireplace because the heat, steam and fumes can cause untold damage. You should also avoid smoking in the vicinity of your artwork because this is liable to cause irreversible staining. Similarly, placing art in direct sunlight can cause it to fade, and this would instantly be noticeable to the untrained eye as well as other collectors. If you have pets or young children then artwork should always be kept out of their reach so that no accidental damage occurs.The placement of artwork, as you can see above, can be extremely hazardous so it does require serious thought. It may be necessary to try a piece out in a few places during the first day that you own it so you can make an on the spot assessment of where its permanent home should be.When you do buy the art in question then you should always ask the attendant that oversees your transaction whether or not any special measures need to be taken in order to preserve its condition. Some galleries actually hand out care leaflets when a sale goes through, whilst others may have extremely knowledgeable staff that can give you hints and tips that they have picked up over the years. There are also various publications that you can purchase to give you a good grounding in the care of artwork. You should read at least one of these if you are an art collection beginner.The final thing that is essential in the preservation of you artwork is actually the cleaning regime that you have. It goes without saying that you should avoid using furniture polish and other similar oily substances in the vicinity of your artwork because that can cause irreparable harm. However, it is essential that a certain level of care be administered to regularly maintain it. For example, all sketches, paintings and prints should be framed wherever possible, and all sculptures and models should be encased in a protective cover. Although advice is usually specific to the nature of the piece and the materials present in its composition, it is fairly safe to pass a dry and clean cloth over all artwork from time to time to remove any dust build-ups. Dust can be just as harmful to art as any chemical, so it is essential that it is removed.The golden rule of caring for your artwork is to always ask for help whenever you are unsure. Always think carefully about what you are doing and do not take the art for granted. One moment of foolishness can work out to be extremely expensive!
- Set up a Home Office for Your Business For those people who have decided to start their own business, or who already work from home, what they need is a work space so they can work in peace, take care of their endeavors, and concentrate on taking care of the needs of their business. For many individuals, this means a home office.With the success of online businesses, more and more people have decided to work at home; which places the fate of their financial future in their own hands. Today, the internet has become an essential part of people's everyday lives: this new trend of working at home reflects the increasing use of the internet in the business world.It is important that a home office is treated with the same respect as a regular office since it is where work is done and transactions occur. Basically it is the place where individuals earn their money: whether on the internet, via phone, or video conference. It is possible you may have clients coming to your home office to conduct.It is essential that a person who wants to have a home based business set aside a space in their home that will provide them with comfort and privacy adequately conduct their business.Where to set up a home office.Ideally a separate room in the house is the best place for a home office. The best area is away from congestion noise: such as the children's bedroom or play area, the kitchen, or the entertainment room.How to furnish your officeA home office should be orderly and give the appearance of a professional workplace. It should be contain the equipment that you would find in an office: such as a phone with an answering machine that is capable of transferring calls, making conference calls, etc.A separate phone line for the home office is necessary so that personal calls meant for the family and business calls do not interfere with each other. Having a separate phone line in the office will also allow for concentration on business without any distractions.Other equipment you will need is: a computer that has an internet connection, fax machine, copier, organizers, and other office supplies. Things that a person will need in a home office will also depend on the type of business he/she is operating.Setting up a home office will probably mean acquiring furniture: this includes a desk, lamps, tables, and professional looking chairs. The most important piece of furniture needed will be a comfortable office chair –invest in a really good office chair that provides comfort as well as stability. Since a person working in a home office will spend numerous hours in his/her chair, it must be one that does not induce backache and/or make your body feel stiff. Before purchasing any of these items, you should know how you will conduct your home business so that only necessary items are purchased. This way you will not be spending money for things that you do not need or are not necessary.Choose your colors wisely Color scheme of a home office should not be distracting to the person(s) working in the office. This means that bright pastel colors, and gaudy colors like shocking pink and neon green would probably not be appropriate. If you have clients and/or hold business meetings in your home office, a professional atmosphere should be attained; so be wise when it comes to choosing your decorating colors. Neutral colors are best; since they are not distracting but consider using a few brighter and contrasting colors for accessories to add accents and interest. Setting up a home office is serious business. The right environment will be attractive and conducive to a good working atmosphere. Those who are thinking of setting up a home office should pay careful attention to detail when creating their office since they will be spending many hours working in it. Take the time to make your home office a comfortable and wonderful place!
- History of Murano Glass Murano, Italy has been the longest lasting center for glass making in history. It has been a popular location for the art since the 9th century. The craft has gone through a variety of changes and has some of the most creative and elegant artwork and the region has survived its successes and failures and despite everything it has found the ability to bounce back amid adversity.Murano is situated as a small island in the North West of Venice, Italy. The history of glassmaking in the region goes back to 800 AD in Rome, along with a mixture of influences from Asia and the religion of Islam. As Venice was a major port, trading of multicolored beads with African, Asian and Islamic neighbors became a mainstay of the region.According to historical records, Murano became a center for glassmaking after frequent fires in Venice forced authorities to move its factories to the Island of Murano in 1291. Consequently, the Murano style is often interwoven that of the Venetians.Murano held a monopoly on the craft for centuries and craftsmen on the island developed and improved several technologies like crystalline, aventurine which has threads of gold, lattimo - milk glass, smalto - containing enamel, millefiori - containing multicolors, and artificial gemstones. Even today, craftmen in the industry are said to follow these same techniques. However, now Murano has given way to a wide range of glass art including contemporary, jewelry, as well as chandeliers.The art of Murano glass is rather complex and normally uses a technique known as lampworking. Silica, which turns into liquid form at high temperatures, is used to make glass. While the glass cools from the liquid to a solid phase, the artisan is able to manipulate it to make it into a desired shape or form.Murano glass, over the centuries, has faced its moments of praise as well as decline. Nonetheless, region's glassmakers also strive toward quality and perfection. The glass art from the region is especially well known for its esthetics, which has set it apart from its competition. And no other region has been able to reproduce the esthetic superiority of Murano glassware. Throughout the history of glassmaking, the hollow blown glass technique from the region has made its stamp on the art of fine glassware. Clearly, the hallmark of Murano glass lies in its variations. A variety of glassware including multi-colored glazing and others that are light and transparent all represent the history of Murano glass art.Murano art glassware is also part of the European Glass collection at many galleries. This collection includes mouth-blown cranes and flamingos that are often large in size. The art of producing Murano glass vases has been popular for the craftsmanship that stems from the glass-blowing method. Murano glass art can include a variety of fish, birds and ducks. These small animal collections or figurines are made utilizing the glass blowing technique from Murano.
- Collectible Glassware from Romania Romanian Mouth-Blown Glassware Makes Its Way Into Mainstream ArtBy Cornel PlescanThe art of glass making holds a special relevance in Eastern Europe and particularly in Romania. What is quite extraordinary about Romanian glass manufacturing is that it combines traditional themes from Rome and Constantinople, lending vivacious color and ethnic design to the glasswork. Eastern Europe has lots of fine sand, which allows glassmaking to flourish in the region and Romania in particular is well known for its exquisite art glass pieces.Glass making in Eastern Europe and Romania emanates from the Murano style in Italy as most of the artisans studied glassmaking there. Up to the 13 century, European glassmaking was exclusive to Venice. But frequent fires prompted Venetian authorities to shift the furnaces to the island of Murano.There has been a long history of making glass in Romania. Romanian glassmakers have successfully passed on this art for several generations and the craft continues to thrive in this part of Eastern Europe. In Romania, it is said that artisan's only pass on the secrets of glass making to members of their family. More importantly, there is a rigid hierarchy in obtaining the coveted position as a glass blower. For example, a young man may take years before he can get to that stage within this strict hierarchy.Romanian glass is comparable to any great piece of Eastern European mouth blown glass. And they are nothing like the ones that are made by machinery or inexpensive duplicates. Traditionally Romanian factories and glass studios manufacture clear glass utilizing pellets that are distinct and commonly found in Western Europe. And depending on the artisan, German pigments are popularly used for coloring or painting glass. The combination of this blend makes Romanian crafted glass truly a superior product anywhere in Europe. Though Romanian glasswork is normally not made from crystal, nonetheless, it carries a similar purity and shine. Glass products in Romania are not just great looking, they are also being produced to suit a host of lifestyles, from the traditional to modern and the line of products are guaranteed quality glassware that is both functional and decorative.Romanian mouth-blown glassware is made by highly skilled artisans. They are very creative pieces with exceptional quality. They are also a prized collector's item. Some of the work includes vases and bowls that are made as centerpieces as well as plates - the artisans who create these masterpieces learned their skills in Murano itself.When it comes to Romanian glassware, each piece is distinctly unique. Each of the mouth-blown glassware may be described as an individual masterpiece in itself. They are exceptionally colorful, creative and elegant. Some of the works made by glass artisans in Romania are the most sought after pieces of contemporary art and have been on display in several galleries across the world. They are also prized as some of the top-notch pieces of glassware in the craft of modern blown glass art.The contemporary glassware is not just placed in galleries to be on display, they also make great gifts, particularly wedding gifts, and decorations especially in restaurants, businesses and hotels. They can also be used as decorations while designing your home.A Romanian glass artist and designer, Cornel Plescan now lives in the United States. For more information about him and his products go to: http://www.coniartglass.comArticle Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Cornel_Plescanhttp://EzineArticles.com/?Romanian-Mouth-Blown-Glassware-Makes-Its-Way-Into-Mainstream-Art&id=1193127
- A Garden for the Entire Family A Garden for the Entire FamilyYou can have the most elaborated back yard from the entire neighborhood, but if it isn’t functional you have built it in vain. We all want to have beautiful and flourishing gardens, but when we have a family, we must also take into consideration the needs of the other members of it. Divide the space of your yard in two or three visual spaces, one for play and relaxation, one for gardening and maybe one for pets.An open space, covered by lawn is ideal for your children. Here you can install a table for open air lunches or for a romantic summer evening dinner.Do you have a fireplace? Keep a portion of your garden especially for depositing fire woods, but make sure it is at a considerable distance from the house or animals that can cause damage.How about pets? You can build for these little members of your family special spaces, in which they can play and exercise. Before you plant bushes and ornamental plants, surround the pet space. Cats and dogs tend to be attracted exactly by the things we try to keep them away from.Keep the by-passers’ eyes away from your personal life. Before planning the scenery, you must have in sight a place for the garbage cans. It wouldn’t be very nice to have a wonderful garden right next to the garbage cans. These can be efficiently hidden in some kind of surrounded space, decorated on the sides with life fence.Functionality is an important factor in your garden, so you have to think about children, little pets and family assets before you plant anything. Save a portion of the yard especially for you, in which you can plant whatever you want and leave for the others some space to breathe freely.You will find it more satisfying this way, once the whole family is happy with your garden and they might even bring their personal ideas for it. It is important that personal space is respected and that is why the garden must not be very wide, taking up all available space. Build from time to time a pathway or some benches where you can just relax and admire your work.Tag: gardening
- You Can Use Your Pottery Collection Great Uses for Your Pottery CollectionIf you are just starting to collect pottery here's a little secret that avid collectors know all too well: pottery is infinitely useful and extremely versatile. What this means is that most pottery has multiple functionality. Just make sure that there aren't certain restrictions on the pieces you purchase. Normally, pottery dealers will let you know the necessary care instructions and precautions that should be taken when you make the purchase. You will find that most pottery is dishwasher and microwave safe (depending on the glazing method-Raku pottery is not), food safe (again this depends largely on the glazing method and any paints that may have been used), safe for use in the oven, and able to hold liquid. So, you have a lot of options with most pottery pieces that go well beyond the uses for which the specific piece may have been designed to carry out. Storage. Vases and other vessels are great for holding things. They are by no means limited to flowers or fruit. Small pottery pieces are great for holding perfumes, particularly those with stoppers, or oils, and countless other small treasures you have lying around. Larger pieces of pottery are perfect for storing large amounts of food. And various medium sized pieces make excellent canisters in the kitchen for storing so many different things.Display. Of course there are many pottery pieces that you will want to showcase and display but did you realize that pottery could also be used to display other items you want to show off in your home. For example, use a pottery spoon rest in the bathroom as a soap dish. It's great for displaying special hand soaps in the bathroom and will add a little splash of color to the bathroom counter top.Cooking. You may not know that pottery can withstand fairly high temperatures with grace and style. Therefore, it's an excellent choice for cooking. Use pottery in the microwave and the oven, though never on the stove top for preparing and serving all kinds of dishes. If you are wary about using these beautiful pieces for cooking, they can make excellent choices for serving food. Dining. Stoneware is a very popular style of casual dinnerware these days and with good reason. Not only is it a beautiful addition to any table but it is also quite versatile. You may also find mugs, plates, and bowls that are thrown or hand built for your dining pleasure. Regardless, most tables are greatly enhanced by the addition of pottery rather than many other choices on the market today.There are so many thingsyou can do with your pottery, so don't miss out on much of the versatility that many find the primary incentive for investing in pottery for the home. Pottery is a beautiful addition to any home, so don't hide it away but use it fully and regularly in order to enjoy the true value of the pieces and get your money's worth. The true value in pottery is in how much it enhances your life; it won't enhance your life very much if kept locked away in the kitchen cabinets!Tag: pottery collection uses
- Six Popular Collectables It's never too late to start a collection. Some people start collecting when they are young - baseball cards, stamps, coins, or other items. Others may start later in life. Whatever you collect, make it something that you love.Personally, I love to collect various rocks, crystals, or seashells when I travel. Someone else I know collects porcelain figures. There are so many things to collect, and many of them can net you a good profit a few years later. We've all heard about people who made a fortune from one stamp or a baseball card. If you have collectables that are suitable, make a nice display in one or more rooms of your home. Family photo collections make beautiful displays. I know one woman who has at least 50 family photos, all in sterling silver frames arranged on top of her grand piano in the living room. The ebony grand piano makes a lovely backdrop for all of the various shaped sterling frames, and she can enjoy seeing her children and grandchildren everyday.Another friend of mine has a collection of Lladro porcelain from Spain. She displays them tastefully in groupings around her home. Art glass is also a highly sought after collectible, and welcome decorative pieces for the home. Here are six items that make popular collections:Cookbooks or travel booksKitchen gadgets - vintage Photos - family, travel, pets...Art GlassFigurines Linens and pillows (of the same type or vintage) If there is something you love, start a collection now to enjoy for years to come.
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- Charge your gadgets in style with the Electree This unique looking solar bonsai tree is a nice art peace to say the least. And its very functional. Capable of charging your gadgets in style. Plus Each module constituting the Electree can rotate freely with respect to each other, allowing you to create an unlimited number of shapes with the solar bonsaï. The tree [...]
- Walgreens installs 100th roof top solar power installation Now I may have to shop at Walgreens, instead of CVS or RiteAid. Walgreens has been instaling solar on their roofs since 2007. Walgreens has partnered with a company named SoCore to do solar installations. By years end they are going to have 130 installations complete. This includes stores and distribution centers in [...]
- List of some of the hottest green products in beauty and fashion With increasing awareness about the eco-friendly products why should the divas limit their contribution to buying eco-friendly packaged beauty products. There are a lot of eco-friendly products in the world of fashion and beauty. 1. Cleanse your skin naturally There are many skin cleaning agents available in the market. In case you are not aware about the [...]
- Make soda from tap water with SodaStream = save money and the planet! Coca-Cola and Pepsi look out! Now you can be eco friendly and save money while enjoying delicious soda at home. You don’t have to worry about carrying around heavy bottles of liquid and then having the hassle of recycling with SodaStream. A lot of times people get too lazy and these plastic bottles end up in [...]
- Cat bed made from an old tv set What a way to reuse that old tube tv! Your cat can cozy up in style. It even has a little toy attached to the antennae so the kitty can wack around. It’s available at Etsy for a nice $130 though. There is only one left so you better get. It does look like a unique art [...]
- Eco Smartphone for only $50! - The Samsung Replenish Check out the brand new Samsung Replenish with these awesome features: * Made of partially recycled materials (The packaging is 100% recycled material at least!) *Can be solar charged! Got to buy the charger separtely. I guess its another few bucks, but hey its free renewable energy for life! *Get SprintID GREEN app pack bundle which are a [...]
- Recycle your old cell phone and win an eco cell phone or Vespa Most of us are upgrading from regular cell phones to smart phones with internet, gps, and digital camera capability. Don’t just trash your old cell phone as it ends up in a landfill harming the environment. Sprint is offering a sweepstakes entry with your old cell phone turn in. You can win a stylish Vespa LX [...]
- Solar Bikini to charge your USB gadgets The solar bikini will charge your gadgets while sunning at the beach! And yes it is waterproof. You do have to dry it before using it with USB plugs. Charge your Ipod, Ipad, digital camera, or cell phone while getting some tan lines A guys version is coming soon that will feature more surface [...]
- Smoke Green e-cigarettes that have no real smoke! Check this new invention. Its called the green cigarette. It is safe smoking as there are no tar or carcinogens. No smoke or ash to bother your friends with! They produce no pollution as the “smoke” is simply water vapor. There are no cigarette buts to discard. Did you know 4.5 million cigarette butts are [...]
- Cell Phone that charges while you twirl and spin it! I can see it a little addicting twirling this phone around your finger. There is a model that spins around your finger pictured here. Another model is of the crank variety. Well now you will have no excuse to have a dead cell phone battery. I wonder how quickly it charges? Designed by Mikhail Stawsky. Found [...]
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- More Deals from all over the Internet Happy Monday everyone! We had a busy weekend with friends and spent a lot of time trying to keep warm. It was cold here in Colorado! And three kiddos are certainly keeping me on my toes. They are so much fun! At any rate, here are some fun deals!Office DepotDon’t forget to use this printable coupon and save $30 off your purchase of $150 or more at Office Depot.Party CityGet $20 off at Party City when you use this printable coupon.Toys R UsToys R Us, http://www.toysrus.com/, has a 20 percent off coupon code that is good until Oct. 31. Enter 922600 to save.J. CrewJ. Crew, located at http://www.jcrew.com/, has a new code for 20 percent off purchases of $175 or more. Enter PRIVATESALEOCT to get this deal.ELFELF (Eyes Lips Face), located at http://www.elf.com/, has some fun coupons right now. Enter GET50 at checkout to receive 50 percent off your lowest priced or equal priced second item. Enter SHIP45 at checkout to receive free shipping and the code atlanta will get you 15 percent off all orders over $15 or more.Children’s PlaceChildren’s Place, http://www.childrensplace.com/, has a great coupon code for use during their fall sale. Enter HAA8 to save 15 percent.Banana RepublicBanana Republic has a great coupon too. Get 25 percent off $100 purchase with this printable coupon.ThinkGeekThink Geek, located at http://www.thinkgeek.com/, has a $10 off $30 purchases coupon. Enter PUZZLER to save!New York and CompanyNew York and Company has a 20 percent off $80 purchase coupon. Enter 1328 at checkout to get this deal.Hot TopicHot Topic has a $10 off $10 purchase coupon. Enter YHTBD101W at http://www.hottopic.com/ to save.
- Weekend Deals and Steals Happy Saturday everyone! My family and I have had a great week—my husband has been home the whole week on paternity leave and all of us have been enjoying getting to hang out as a family. This weekend is low-key, but fun. Besides getting flu shots (yuck!), we have spent time playing on the playground, visiting the Museum and other fun activities. Speaking of fun, here are this week’s fun deals…PetcoPetco has a 10 percent off coupon. Use this printable coupon to take 10 percent off your entire purchase.Dress BarnDress Barn has a printable coupon that will take 15 percent off your entire regular priced merchandise purchase.Old NavyOld Navy is offering 20 percent off and free shipping this weekend. Visit http://www.oldnavy.com/ and enter code BFF to get this discount. Enter JUST4YOU for free shipping.AeropostaleAeropostale has a 20 percent off coupon code. Visit http://www.aeropostale.com/ and enter SEPT20 to get this deal. Also enter 7B4A39 to get $10 off.GapGap.com will give you 20 percent off with code BFF and free shipping with code SILVER.Ann Taylor LoftAnn Taylor Loft will give you free shipping at http://www.anntaylorloft.com/ with code FREE75. You can also get 20 percent off with code 104004057. Enter code 15OFF75 to receive a $15 discount on purchases over $75.Babies R UsBabies R Us has a printable coupon good for $5 off a purchase of $25 or more today through September 21. Excludes diapers and formula.Crazy 8Visit http://www.crazy8.com/ and get your kids some new clothes. Take 20 percent off your order with code C8ONLINE. Here's a coupon for use in store.
- Monday Deals from babyGap, Old Navy, Banana Republic and more! Happy Monday everyone! I hope you all enjoyed your weekend. We spent a lot of time with little sick kiddos…but were able to spend some time around the house. Here are the deals I found for you! Bath and Body WorksBath and Body Works has a printable coupon that you can use to get a free body lotion with any in store purchaseAeropostaleAeropostale, http://www.aeropostale.com/, has a coupon code that will give you $10 off. Enter 7B4A39 to get this deal.Shoebuy.comShoebuy.com is offering to take $20 off your purchase of $50 or more when you pay with PayPal. They also have free shipping.Banana RepublicBanana Republic has a coupon for 30 percent off your order. Use online code HAPPY30 at http://www.bananarepublic.com/ or use this Printable Coupon.babyGapbabyGap has a great 15 percent of $50 purchase coupon. Use code BF836P86L9VQ at http://www.babygap.com/.Coldwater CreekColdwater Creek has a 25 percent off purchases code and is offering $10 off all denim jeans. Use code WXH5119 at http://www.coldwatercreek.com/.Old NavyOld Navy is having a great sale right now! Get 40 percent off baby and maternity items. Visit http://www.oldnavy.com/ to check it out!
- I'm Back with new deals for you! Good morning everyone! I am so sorry for taking such a long break from the Blog…but, I had the baby! Reid was born on August 6 and has been keeping me very busy ever since. My eldest daughter also started preschool a week after his birth and it has taken me a little bit longer than I thought it would to get back into the swing of things. I apologize for the lack of posts, but I am back and ready to get you the great deals! I hope you enjoy!Kohl’sKohl’s has a coupon for their online site, http://www.kohls.com/, for 10 percent off with code NEW8163. Kohl’s card holders can use MVCSAVE15 for 15 percent off.New York and CompanyNew York and Company, http://www.newyorkandcompany.com/, has a great coupon code that will get you $30 off purchases of $75 or more. Enter 4466 to get this deal. Get free shipping with code 2665.TargetTarget is having a great clearance sale on women’s items! Check it out at http://www.target.com/. Shipping is $5, and is free on orders of $50 or more.Hot TopicHot Topic, http://www.hottopic.com/, is giving $10 off orders of $10.01 or more with code GHTBD91W. Check it out!BuyCostumes.comBuyCostumes.com is having a great site wide clearance sale on select Halloween costumes. This would be a great place to get those costumes early…Eddie BauerEddie Bauer, http://www.eddiebauer.com/, has a 20 percent off code useable when you purchase pants from their store. Enter code FALRESH8 to get this deal.ShutterflyShutterfly.com is offering 15 percent off $25 purchases with code AF63-AG08.
- Tuesday Deals from all over the Internet Happy Tuesday night everyone! I hope all is well and you are enjoying your week. It has been HOT here in Colorado and the girls and I are enjoying some outdoor activities (albeit in the shade) before the new little one arrives. We have been swimming, to the zoo and tomorrow we are going to a nice air conditioned movie theater for a free movie. I hope everyone is keeping cool…here are this week’s “cool” deals:Jamba JuiceJamba Juice has a fun printable coupon where you can buy any Jamba Juice smoothie and get one free. Use it quick as it expires July 30.Dress BarnDress Barn has a great printable coupon where you can save an additional 20 percent on all sale and clearance items. Use your Dress Barn card and save 25 percent.JC PenneyJC Penney, located at http://www.jcpenney.com/, has a 20 percent off coupon code. Enter WKIT862 to save.Home DepotHome Depot is having a great sale you can save 50 percent off select patio furniture. Check out the deals at your nearest store.Ann TaylorAnn Taylor has a great coupon saving you 20 percent off your order of $100 at http://www.anntaylorloft.com/. Enter 104016307 to get this deal.Crayola StoreSave 15 percent at http://www.crayola.com/ with code SCHOOL8.Michael’sMichael’s has a 20 percent off your entire purchase printable coupon.WalgreensWalgreens has a 20 percent off school supplies coupon. Visit http://www.walgreens.com/ and enter code SCHOOL.
- Monday Deals and Steals from Kohl's, Old Navy, Children's Place and More! Good morning and happy Monday to you all. We had a fun-filled weekend at our local amusement park, Elitch Gardens, and then went to our friend’s Indian baby blessing ceremony. Not only was it really beautiful, but we got to eat authentic homemade Indian food for lunch. It made my tuna fish sandwich for dinner seem pretty lame!At any rate, here are today’s deals...Kohl’sKohl’s has some great deals online right now. Visit http://www.kohls.com/ and enter code NEW2616 to save 10 percent. If you have a Koh’s card, use MVCSAVENOW to save 15 percent. Also, until July 22, use SAVE30JULY to save 30 percent on your order.Limited TooLimited Too has a bunch of good deals too. Visit http://www.imitedtoo.com/ and enter code 755 to save 25 percent on your purchases.American EagleAmerican Eagle has a 15 percent off code too. Visit http://www.americaneagleoutfitters.com/ and enter code 57960481 to save. Also, if you spend over $100, you will get free shipping.Woman WithinWoman Within stores have some great coupon codes right now. Visit http://www.womanwithin.com/ to check out the deals. Enter code WW23807 to save 30 percent on your highest priced item. Save $20 off $80 with code WW23799. Enter WW23815 to save 20 percent on purchases of $100 or more. And, enter WW20514 to get free shipping on orders of $75 or more.New York and CompanyVisit http://www.newyorkandcompany.com/ and look at all the fun deals. Enter code 4461 to receive a $25 discount on orders over $50. Enter 9076 to get $20 off $60. Enter 9065 to get a $40 discount on orders online over $120.Old NavyOld Navy has a fun coupon right now. Visit http://www.oldnavy.com/ and check out the clearance. When you get to the checkout, enter EXTRA20 for an additional 20 percent discount on anything you buy from the clearance section. Get free shipping if you spend $100 or more with code JUST4YOU.The Children’s PlaceThe Children’s Place Monster Sale is going on right now with TONS of good deals. Visit http://www.childrensplace.com/ and get an additional 15 percent off the sale prices with FA78.Crazy 8Get 15 percent off your entire purchase at Crazy 8. Visit http://www.crazy8.com/ and enter code SAVE15.The LimitedThe Limited has a fun printable coupon that will get you $20 off purchases of $60 and $30 off $100 purchase.Linens ‘n ThingsLinens ‘n Things has a $5 off $15 coupon. Check out the printable coupon today!
- Great Tuesday savings and coupons Happy Tuesday to everyone! I am excited for the ned of the week and the fourth of July celebrations and fireworks. I hope you and your friends and family enjoy the holiday and the following deals…7-ElevenGet a free slurpee at 7-Eleven on July 11. Use the store locator to find a 7-Eleven near you.Toys R UsToys R Us has a printable coupon that will save you $10 off $50. Click for the printable coupon. You can also use it online at http://www.toysrus.com/ with code 922822 at checkout.Bath and Body WorksBath and Body Works is offering a printable coupon for free lotion. Use this printable coupon to get a free 2 oz. Bath & Body Works Signature Collection Body Lotion with any purchase. You can use the coupon online at http://www.bathandbodyworks.com/ by entering code WELCOME617.Children’s PlaceThere is a new Children’s Place Coupon code that will save you 15 percent off your order of $75 or more. Enter code MSAT78 at http://www.childrensplace.com/ to get this great deal.Babies R UsHere is a great link to a bunch of printable Babies R Us coupons!ExpressExpress is offering a Printable Coupon for $10 off $20 or $20 off $60 or $30 off $100 through July 6, which may be used in Express or Express Men's stores.Shoes.comShoes.com is offering a coupon code that will take off 20 percent off your total purchases. Use code HEAT08 to get this great deal!DisneyDisneyshopping.com has a 25 percent off purchases coupon. Use code SUMMER25 to save!New York and CompanyVisit New York and Company to get a great deal. Visit http://www.newyorkandcompany.com/ and get $15 off your purchase of $75 or more with code 8073.
- Monday Codes from Chadwick's, Target, PetSmart and more! Happy Monday everyone. I hope all of you had a great weekend and enjoyed your time with friends and family. We celebrated Father’s Day a week late and went to a fun martial arts tournament that a friend was participating in. All in all, it was a fun time! Speaking of fun…here are some fun deals!Jack in the BoxJack in the Box is giving you two free tacos when you bring in your gas receipts. They know it is expensive to fill up your tank, so they are helping you fill up your tummy!Speaking of eating out, click here to visit http://www.dealocker.com/ for some great freebies from eight restaurants. Chadwick’sVisit http://www.chadwicks.com/ and check out their great deals. Enter CHBESTJUNE for $20 off $60 orders. If you spend $90 it'll take off $30 and $40 will take off $120. If you enter CH15928, you can get 50 percent off on the third item you buy. If you put in CHWELCOME33, you will get a 30 percent off discount on any single item over $20, plus free shipping.TargetEnter target coupon code GOIH5SPN at http://www.target.com/ and get 10 percent off your entire online order.UltaUlta has a geat deal going on right now. Visit http://www.ulta.com/ and if you spend $10, get $3.50 off your order. Spend $25 and get $3.50 off your order plus a free cosmetic bag and samples. Spend $50 or more and get $3.50 off your order, a free cosmetic bag and samples and free shipping.Crate and BarrelVisit www.cb2.com/sale and check out the great deals. Get 50 percent off on select furniture, lighting, rungs, pillows, linens, etc.Ann TaylorAnn Taylor has a great coupon for its shoppers. Save 20 percent at http://www.anntaylor.com/ with code COOLLOOKS. Shipping is free on orders of $100 or more.PetSmartPetSmart.com is offering 15 percent off purchases of $70 or more. Use code JUNEBONUS to save.Wear ItAlso, there is a new coupon website that I was told about that might help all of us save some moolah. Check out http://www.wearit.com/coupons and notice all the great coupons they have from leading fashion and lifestyle companies. They also have “The List” which is a free personal shopper available via email. Check it out at http://thelist.wearit.com/.
- Tuesday Deals from Limted Too, Zales, Shutterfly and more Happy Tuesday afternoon. I hope everyone is enjoying their week so far. The girls and I have been swimming, to the park, to the carnival and running errands all week. We don’t have anything too exciting goin on right now, but are looking forward to August when the new baby brother should be making his appearance.Hope everyone is doing well and is ready to shop. Here are this week’s deals…Limited TooUse this printable coupon to save 25 percent off your purchase at the Limited Too.ZalesHere is another great deal Use this printable coupon to receive a $50 discount on a jewelry purchase of $200 or more at Zales.AeropostaleVisit http://www.aeropostale.com/ and save $7 with code CCSEVEN. Make sure you spend $70 to get this deal.JC PenneyVisit http://www.jcpenney.com/ and save some money. Enter code WKIT842 to save 20 percent on orders over $75.ShutterflySave money at http://www.shutterfly.com/. Save 20 percent off prints with code AF61-URK8.J CrewVisit http://www.jcrew.com/ and get 20 percent off purchases of $175 or more with code PRIVATE.Fashion BugVisit http://www.fashionbug.com/ and save some good money. Enter code 776208506 and get $10 off orders of $60 or more.StuffedAnimals.comVisit http://www.stuffedanimals.com/ and save 30 percent off with code 622358. They have most major brands to chose from!MichaelsSave 40 percent off any one item at Michaels with this printable coupon.
- Thursday Deals and Steals from all over the net Hello everyone! Happy Thursday to you! We have had a busy week around our house…my husband has been traveling for work all week and we have been keeping busy swimming and getting out and about. My girls have their ballet recital this weekend and we are really looking forward to it. Hope everyone is ready for the weekend—it is coming up soon. Here are this week’s great deals:eBaySave 10 percent on eBay.com with code C2MAY0810P. This is only valid on auctions that accept PayPal.ReebokSave 40 percent off at Reebok Outlet Stores with this printable coupon. Babies R UsBabies R Us has a Printable Coupon that will save you $5 off purchases of $25 or more. This is only good for store visits and is good until June 8.Macy’sMacy’s has a fun printable coupon for a free pair of Jockey’s Panties. Kohl’sKohls.com is having a great sale. The coupon code for 30 percent off is JUNESAVE30 at http://www.kohls.com/. Hurry and use this code—it expires June 10.American EagleAmerican Eagle, http://www.americaneagleoutfitters.com/, has a 20 percent off entire online purchase coupon code. Enter 58248203 to save.Krispy KremeTomorrow, Friday, June 6, is free doughnut day at Krispy Kreme. Get a free doughnut of your choice when you visit.Lane BryantLane Bryant has a 30 percent off code for their Website, http://www.lanebryant.com/. No code is needed—the prices are on the Website. Get free shipping on orders of $75 or more.JC PenneyJC Penney has a 30 percent off coupon for shoppers who visit http://www.jcpenney.com/. Enter code BLAZING and save.Limited TooGet 20 percent off your purchases at Limited Too. Visit http://www.limitedtoo.com/ and get the discount automatically.The LimitedVisit The Limited and use this printable coupon to save $15 on $60 purchases and $30 on purchases of $100 or more.Accessory BugVisit the new site at http://www.accessorybug.com/ and check out their new luck. Save 10 percent on your purchase with code stim08.
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- Spiegel - Up to 80% off outerwear Spiegel - Up to 80% off outerwearTreat yourself to a fabulous coat from Spiegel and don't feel bad about indulging! Right now all outerwear is up to 80% off. Choose from wool coats, leather jackets, faux-shearling trim jackets, fleece capes, sequin jackets and so much more. Shop early for best selection. Sale ending is unknown.Visit The Bargainist for more.
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- Walgreens coupon - $10 off $20 photo purchase Walgreens coupon - $10 off $20 photo purchaseOrder your photo gifts from Walgreens because you'll receive great savings! This week you can save $10 on your $20 photo purchase when you enter coupon code LESS10 at checkout. Shop for photo prints, enlargements, posters, calendars, mouse pads, cards, keepsake boxes, ornaments and more. Coupon expires 02/11/2012. Visit The Bargainist for more.
- Gap coupon - 20% off purchase + free shipping offer Gap coupon - 20% off purchase + free shipping offerScore savings this weekend when you shop at Gap! Today and tomorrow you're invited to save 20% on any purchase when you enter coupon code GAPEVENT at checkout. Shop for the most stylish and cutest apparel and accessories for your entire family. Hurry coupon expires tomorrow 02/06/2012. As always all orders of $50 or more will ship for free.Visit The Bargainist for more.
- The Body Shop coupon - $10 off $40 purchase + free shipping offer The Body Shop coupon - $10 off $40 purchase + free shipping offerSurprise your Valentine with some of her favorite things! Click over ot The Body Shop and for a limited time, you can save $10 on your purchase of $40 or more when you apply coupon code VDAY at checkout. Choose from bath & body sets, body butters, massage lotions, hand creams, shampoos, conditioners, cosmetics and more. Coupon is valid for use through 02/08/2012. Last but not least, spend $50 to have your order shipped for free. Visit The Bargainist for more.
- Bealls coupon - 15% off purchase Bealls coupon - 15% off purchaseRush over to Bealls for fantastic savings today and tomorrow! Simply use coupon code SUPER15 to save 15% on any and every purchase. Shop for cookware, blenders, coffee makers, picture frames, bedding sets, towels, dresses, jeans, tees, jewelry, shoes, handbags and so much more. Coupon is valid for use through 02/06/2012.Visit The Bargainist for more.
- Soma coupon - 50% off one item with purchase of 2 or more + free shipping offer Soma coupon - 50% off one item with purchase of 2 or more + free shipping offerHeat things up this Valentine's Day when you shop at Soma! Today only you'll save 50% on your highest priced item when you purchase 2 or more and use coupon code 10840 at checkout. Hurry offer is only valid today 02/05/2012. Orders of $100 or more ship for free.Visit The Bargainist for more.
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- Target - Daily Deal: Oral-B Professional Care 3000 Rechargeable Toothbrush $70 + free shipping Target - Daily Deal: Oral-B Professional Care 3000 Rechargeable Toothbrush $70 + free shippingWant your smile to really stand out? Then you must shop the Target Daily Deal today for a phenomenal deal that will have your pearly whites glistening in no time. Today you can pick up the Oral-B Professional Care 3000 Rechargeable Toothbrush for only $69.99 (reg. $99.99). Hurry this deal is only valid while supplies last and it expires today 02/05/2012. Last but not least, all Daily Deal orders ship for free.Visit The Bargainist for more.
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- Cutty Sark limited Tam o’Shanter Scotch Cutty Sark invites you to learn more about their historical context with realising this 25yo limited-edition Scotch blend, named the Tam o’Shanter. This edition is accompanied by a oak box that contains a 134-page book telling the story of Tam ...
- Alden Shoeshine Travel Kit With being the last shoemaker located in New England and one of the big two labels flaunting the Made in the USA badge, it’s sure Alden knows a thing or two about shoes. However, even the greatest pair of footgear ...
- Maison Martin Margiela Deep Blue Notebook Sleeve For those seeking the classy understated sleeve to carry your precious notebook in, Maison Martin Margiela offers the right blend of modest elegance and utilitarian design. The outside, made of Italian premium leather colored in a deep blue, displays ...
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- After more fires, York International again recalls its gas furnaces After more fires, York International again recalls its gas furnaces York International is re-announcing the recall of some 226,000 Coleman, Coleman Evcon and Red T gas furnaces for manufactured homes due to more than 300 incident reports since the 2004 recall involving the furnaces, which can overheat, posing a fire hazard. York International has received reports of 393 incidents, including some involving extensive property damage that could be related to the fire hazard, 366 of those reports were received after the November 2004 recall announcement. No injuries have been reported. The furnace can overheat and cause the heat exchanger to crack and create openings that allow flames to be exposed. When this happens, drywall and other nearby combustibles are exposed to the flames, posing a fire and smoke hazard. Manufactured in the U.S. between 1995 and 2000, the recalled furnaces includes about 223,600 in the U.S. and 2,400 in Canada, the Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada reported today. The furnaces are silver with white access panels. The brand names Coleman, Coleman Evcon, or Red T are located on the middle of the front access panel. The model number is written on a faceplate, found by removing both front access panels. The faceplate is mounted on the left inside surface behind the lower panel. Recalled models included: DGAM075BDD DGAM075BDE DGAM075BDF DGAT070BDD DGAT070BDE DGAT070BDF DGAT075BDD DGAT075BDE DGAT075BDF DLAS075BDD DLAS075BDE DLAS075BDF The recalled gas furnaces were sold nationwide between 1995 and 2000 as original equipment in manufactured homes and as replacement furnaces in manufactured homes. If your home has one of these furnaces, you should immediately stop using it until it has been both inspected and repaired. Contact UPG to schedule a free inspection and repair of any furnace involved in the recall. For more information, including questions about installation issues that may lead to the fire hazard, call UPG at 888-665-4640 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.dgatprogram.com. UPG Technical Services is also conducting a comprehensive notification and communications program and working with its distributors to locate owners. Health Canada's press release is available here. Fire Concerns Prompt York International to Reannounce Recall of Gas Furnaces for Manufactured Homes [CPSC] CPSC, York International Corp. Announce Recall of Gas Furnaces [CPSC] Subscribe now! Subscribe to ConsumerReports.org for expert Ratings, buying advice and reliability on hundreds of products. Update your feed preferences
- Washer and dryer duos that were tops in our tests Washer and dryer duos that were tops in our tests When washers and dryers were hidden in dimly lit basements, their appearance hardly seemed to matter. But now that they’ve moved upstairs, they’re curvy and stylish, chartreuse and plum, and available in matching washer and dryer pairs. Consumer Reports found some dynamic duos in its recent tests of washers and dryers. While we typically test washing machines and dryers individually and not in pairs, we have found some standouts that are indeed sold as a matching set. You’ll find that improvements in washer technology deliver most of the energy savings; front-loaders and high-efficiency top-loaders use a lot less water than conventional top-loaders, and spin at such high speeds that much of the water is extracted, reducing dryer time. So if your working dryer has a moisture sensor, there’s little reason to haul it to the curb, unless you love the look of a coordinated pair. Here are four pairs from four brands that did well in our Ratings of washers and dryers. Whirlpool Whirlpool Duet WFW94HEX[W] washer and Duet WED94HEX[W] electric dryer, $1,000 each (in white). This front-loader tops our washer ratings. The dryer has a steam option, which our past tests found leave shirts visibly wrinkled, but did remove more odors than conventional dryers. The gas dryer model number is WGD94HEX[W] and costs about $50 more. The Duet duo is also available in silver and cranberry, which also ups the cost a bit. Samsung Samsung WF520AB[P] washer and DV520AE[P] electric dryer, $1,400 each (in platinum). This front-loading washer is among the few we’ve tested that rated excellent in vibration. Both machines have large capacities and steam options. In past tests we found that steam settings on washers cleaned stains slightly better, but machines with these settings washed very well even without the steam. The pair is available in white for slightly less, and the gas dryer is DV520AG[P]. LG LG WM3875H[W]CA washer, $1,200 and DLEX3875 electric dryer, $1,300 (in graphite steel). The front-loading washer is among the quietest we tested, but be patient, cycle time is 100 minutes. The dryer is relatively quiet, too. Both are loaded with features, including steam, and hold lots of laundry. They also come in white. The gas dryer is DLGX3876. Kenmore Kenmore 2800[2] washer, $620, and 6800[2] electric dryer, $700 (in white). Both have a large capacity and an appealing price. The high-efficiency top-loader gets laundry clean in 45 minutes. But it isn’t as gentle on clothes as some others we tested and is relatively noisy. The gas dryer is model number 7800[2]. Subscribe now! Subscribe to ConsumerReports.org for expert Ratings, buying advice and reliability on hundreds of products. Update your feed preferences
- Oh, say can you see by these new LEDs Oh, say can you see by these new LEDs The National Mall consumes more electricity than any of the country’s 397 national parks. So this week federal officials did something to cut the mall’s utility bills and replaced the lightbulbs in 174 vintage Frederick Law Olmsted, Jr. lampposts with LEDs. In addition to lighting the paths for the mall’s 25 million annual visitors, the LEDs are expected to last up to 25 years and save 65 percent in energy costs. "Using energy-efficient LED light bulbs is an important way Americans can save money by saving energy," said Energy Secretary Steven Chu who switched on the lights Monday with Interior Secretary Ken Salazar. "There is no more fitting place to install these state-of-the-art, energy-efficient bulbs than right here in America’s front yard, the National Mall," added Salazar. The LED bulbs were made in the U.S.A. and donated by lighting maker Osram Sylvania, which also contributed the kits to retrofit the historic lamps originally installed in 1936. Pepco, a local utility company, lent the overhead line crews to install the new lighting and remove the old high-intensity discharge and compact fluorescents (CFL). The lights extend from Third to 15th Streets. To see a photo gallery of the improvements, visit the DOE’s website. Or you can check Consumer Reports' Ratings of LEDs, CFLs and halogen lightbulbs. Subscribe now! Subscribe to ConsumerReports.org for expert Ratings, buying advice and reliability on hundreds of products. Update your feed preferences
- Recall: West Elm overarching floor lamp—Electric shock hazard Recall: West Elm overarching floor lamp—Electric shock hazard West Elm, a division of Williams-Sonoma, has recalled about 5,750 of its Overarching Floor Lamps, because a short circuit can occur in the lamp's wiring, posing a shock hazard, the Consumer Product Safety Commission reported today. West Elm is aware of at least 39 reports of short circuits in the lamp, including three reports of shock, one minor burn and two reports of minor property damage. The recalled lamp is 77 inches tall with a 19-inch diameter base and a curving arm that extends the lamp about 5 feet from the base. It has a three-way on and off switch. The arm and base are made of polished nickel, and the linen shade comes in three colors: natural, white or charcoal. Manufactured in China, the lamp was sold for about $250 at West Elm stores nationwide, online at westelm.com and through the company's catalog from March through November 2011. You should stop using the lamp immediately and return it to West Elm for full store credit. For more information, call West Elm at 855-236-1941, or visit www.WestElm.com/pages/safety-recalls/. The CPSC is still interested in receiving incident or injury reports that are related to this recall, or involve a different hazard (with the same product). You can report an incident at www.saferproducts.gov. Overarching Floor Lamp Recalled by West Elm Due to Shock Hazard [CPSC]Safety recalls [West Elm] Subscribe now! Subscribe to ConsumerReports.org for expert Ratings, buying advice and reliability on hundreds of products. Update your feed preferences
- What air purifier labels tell you—and what they don't What air purifier labels tell you—and what they don't Look at the packaging for an air purifier, and you’re likely to see one or more certification logos from testing organizations and even the government. But while a star or a golden emblem on a box might suggest high praise or an award, none of the certificates necessarily mean the purifier is right for you. To help you choose, Consumer Reports has decoded the labels. CADR CADR stands for Clean Air Delivery Rate, a test developed by the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers. The higher the number, the better; we judge CADR above 350 excellent and below 100 to be poor. What it won’t tell you. Because CADR is measured at an air purifier’s highest speed, a high number doesn’t give you any clue as to whether the model works well at lower, quieter settings. CADR also doesn’t tell you about the release of ozone, which can aggravate asthma. Energy Star Energy Star-qualified air purifiers are 40 percent more energy-efficient than non-qualifying models. The program uses a model’s CADR and wattage to determine what qualifies. What it won’t tell you. The seal doesn’t say anything about how efficient a model is on low speeds, and it barely addresses performance. The requirements also allow models to emit up to 50 parts per billion (ppb) of ozone. We suggest you buy a filter-based purifier that doesn’t produce any ozone. Asthma & Allergy Friendly This certification, from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, means the unit has met criteria for dramatically reducing dust and dust mites, cat allergens, and pollen. Testing is done by labs approved by the AAFA. What it won’t tell you. Like CADR and Energy Star, testing is done at a unit’s highest speed and allows for the same ozone levels as Energy Star. ARB The California Air Resources Board now requires that residential air purifiers sold in or marketed to consumers of that state for residential use must emit no more than 50 ppb of ozone. The certification label reads, “This air cleaner complies with the federal ozone emissions limit.” What it won’t tell you. The seal is no indication that the unit is effective at removing dust, smoke, and other particles. For more on air purifiers, check our Ratings and recommendations. Subscribe now! Subscribe to ConsumerReports.org for expert Ratings, buying advice and reliability on hundreds of products. Update your feed preferences
- Consumer Reports investigates appliance fires Consumer Reports investigates appliance fires While human error is a common cause of residential appliance fires, the equipment itself is often to blame as well, according to a months-long investigation by Consumer Reports. Faulty refrigerator compressors, defective dishwasher circuit boards, and self-starting cooktops and toasters are just a few examples of the design flaws identified in our report. In fact, more than 15 million appliance units have been recalled in the past five years for defects that could cause a blaze. And our analysis of nationwide fire reports suggests the problem may run even deeper. Fortunately, there's plenty you can do to protect yourself from appliance fires. First and foremost, be sure to register your appliances with the manufacturer so that you'll be notified promptly if a product is recalled. And make sure your home's fire-prevention equipment, including smoke alarms and fire extinguishers, is properly placed and in working order. For the complete safety information, as well as full details from our investigation, read "Appliance fires: Is your home safe?" Subscribe now! Subscribe to ConsumerReports.org for expert Ratings, buying advice and reliability on hundreds of products. Update your feed preferences
- Electric hurricane style lamps recalled for short-circuit risk Electric hurricane style lamps recalled for short-circuit risk About 4,500 hurricane style electric lights sold at Christmas Tree Shops are being recalled today. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, an electrical short can occur in the light's internal wiring and pose a fire hazard. There has been one report of smoke coming from the defective lights, imported from China by Nantucket Distributing Co. Inc., of Middleboro, Mass. No consumer injuries or property damage have been reported however. The recall affects Hurricane Style Light, a circular lamp with a white metal basket and moveable handle for hanging or carrying at the top. It has a colored glass insert in blue, pink, or green and uses a mini light bulb. The model number “DML0593” and SKU/UPC number “000015806710” are printed on the price tag attached to the product. The lights were sold at Christmas Tree Shops in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic and Midwest regions from December 2010 through November 2011 for about $7. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and return it to any Christmas Tree Shops location for a full refund. For additional information, consumers should call Christmas Tree Shops toll-free (888-287-3232) or visit the firm’s website: www.ChristmasTreeShops.com. Hurricane Style Lights Recalled by Christmas Tree Shops Due to Fire Hazard [CPSC]Product Safety and Recalls [Christmas Tree Shops] Subscribe now! Subscribe to ConsumerReports.org for expert Ratings, buying advice and reliability on hundreds of products. Update your feed preferences
- Recall: Christmas Tree Shops candle warmers—Fire hazard Recall: Christmas Tree Shops candle warmers—Fire hazard Nantucket Distributing has recalled about 5,700 holiday-themed tea light candle warmers because they can catch fire because the warming bowl is positioned too close to the tea light candle, posing fire and burn hazards, the Consumer Product Safety Commission reported today. Nantucket Distributing has received one report of the Snowmen candle warmer catching on fire causing a minor burn injury to a consumer’s hand. About eight inches tall, the recalled tea light candle warmers in the shapes of snowmen and gingerbread houses. A warming bowl with wax fragrance tablets is suspended above the tea light candle. The Snowmen model has SKU/UPC 000016005396 and the Gingerbread house model has SKU/UPC 000016005372 printed on a label on the bottom of the product. Sold for about $8 at the Christmas Tree Shops in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic and Midwest from November through December 2011. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tea light candle warmers and return them to any Christmas Tree Shops store to receive a full refund. For more information call the Christmas Tree Shops at 888-287-3232, or visit www.christmastreeshops.com. Holiday Tea Light Candle Warmers Recalled by Christmas Tree Shops Due to Fire and Burn Hazards [CPSC] Subscribe now! Subscribe to ConsumerReports.org for expert Ratings, buying advice and reliability on hundreds of products. Update your feed preferences
- The best chocolates to melt your (sweet)heart The best chocolates to melt your (sweet)heart If you're shopping for a romantic box of chocolates to give as a Valentine's Day gift this year, there's good news. According to Consumer Reports latest test on chocolate gift boxes, you'll find very good tasting treats at modest prices. Consumer Reports' techie tasters describe the top chocolates tested for our Ratings as having ultra-smooth chocolate and high-quality fillings that range from the usual (nuts, caramel) to the exotic (chili pepper, star anise). But most of the Recommended chocolates are pricey—about $40 to $90 per box—and available only online, which means tacking on shipping fees that range from $18 to $36. So, if you're in a cash (or time) crunch for February 14, check out these other top choices in chocolates: Godiva Gold Ballotin 36-piece ($2.74/ounce) Ferrero Collection Fine Assorted Confections ($1.25/ounce) Leonidas Chocolate General Assortment ($2.25/ounce) See's Assorted Chocolates ($1.06/ounce) Godiva, Ferrero, and See's All are sold in stores so you might be able to avoid shipping charges. (Leonidas has only one store, in New York City.) [UPDATE: A reader has advised us that Leonidas chocolates are sold at other retail outlets outside of New York City. Check the company's website, www.leonidas,com, for the nearest store locations. —Ed.] Check out our latest report on Best Chocolates to see which ranked the least favorite—for pieces that were "chalky, gritty, or hard"—among Consumer Reports' panel of expert taste testers. Subscribe now! Subscribe to ConsumerReports.org for expert Ratings, buying advice and reliability on hundreds of products. Update your feed preferences
- It’s Super Bowl time and we tested to find the best-tasting Buffalo wings It’s Super Bowl time and we tested to find the best-tasting Buffalo wings As the New York Giants get ready to meet the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLVI, the question is, will store-bought frozen Buffalo wings be good enough for your Super Bowl party? For tests of seven different store-bought wings, our tasters sampled more than 800 to see if any scored a touchdown. According to our taste experts, the best wings are moist, tender chicken with a crispy coating, and spiciness—Although not so intense that you can't see the game through your tears. Here are some highlights from our taste-off: The clear winner was Bell and Evans Buffalo Style Chicken Wings, and if you're looking to spend a little less money, the Café W Wings from Walgreens are also worth a try. Some of the Buffalo wings we tested did not make the cut, however. The Weaver Buffalo Wings had a fake butter flavor, and Walmart's Great Value Buffalo Wings had chewy chicken and rubbery skin. For more check out our video: By use of this code snippet, I agree to the Brightcove Publisher T and C found at https://accounts.brightcove.com/en/terms-and-conditions/. --> This script tag will cause the Brightcove Players defined above it to be created as soon as the line is read by the browser. If you wish to have the player instantiated only after the rest of the HTML is processed and the page load is complete, remove the line. --> brightcove.createExperiences(); And although Super Bowl XLVI will live-stream to mobile devices and online, you may want to get the right big-screen TV for the Big Game. For more check out our guide to a great Super Bowl XLVI game plan. Subscribe now! Subscribe to ConsumerReports.org for expert Ratings, buying advice and reliability on hundreds of products. Update your feed preferences
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- Outdoor Entertaining: Take Advantage of Weather Changes In the Midwest, it’s still winter, but we’ve had a few days of 50 degree weather bringing a much needed break to the cold winter winds. As I brought my children home from school, leaving my winter coat at home, I scanned over to my neighbor who had dusted off his barbecue grill and was [...] Related posts:Outdoor Entertaining: So Long, and Goodbye Outdoor Spa Party…In The Winter Winter Weather and Illness: When to Change Party Plans
- Valentine’s Main Course: Honey Dijon Salmon In a couple of weeks, you’re going to need a kickin’ main course if you plan on having a quiet Valentine’s dinner at home. My wife loves it when I cook a special dinner instead of going out, because it means more to her when I put the effort and time into making a special [...] Related posts:Make Homemade Stuffing For Thanksgiving This Year Comfort Food: Baked Macaroni and Cheese Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipe: Homemade Goodness
- Valentine’s Day Isn’t Just About Red All too often I walk into someone’s home in February and am assaulted with a visual massacre of red everything. Yes, the pun was intended. It looks like someone bled over everything and left hearts everywhere. Christmas has red, green and a few other colors. Easter has pastels. Valentine’s has red and its close cousin [...] Related posts:Valentine Gifts Deal: Save 20% On all Valentine Gifts at Mikasa! Get Creative on a Budget: Valentine’s Day Decorations Valentine’s Day Decor – Painted Happy Valentine’s Day Wreath
- 4 Tips To Keep Warm (Economically) On A Winter Night If you are like me, then you hate hearing the furnace fan kick on because you know that it’s costing you money with every passing second. The winter chill keeps heating costs high, but with a little ingenuity, you can keep the heat low and still stay warm. Candles Create Heat I like having candles [...] Related posts:Create A Cozy and Safe Winter Fireplace Preparing Your Home (And Pocket) for Winter Heating Costs Heating System Maintenance: Preparing for Winter Ahead of Time
- Super Bowl Entertaining Essentials It’s that time of the year again…Super Bowl party time! And just like every year before, you’re ready to see the champs collide on the green. But you wouldn’t dare do it without having all of your football-loving friends gathered around the TV first. Get ready for the big game this year with the Super [...] Related posts:Super bowl Party Supplies and Superbowl Party Planning Ideas Spooky Halloween Entertaining Essentials Summer Party Picks: BBQ Picnic Essentials
- Don’t Forget “Reuse” In “Reduce, Recycle, Reuse” When I was a kid, the big phrase in living green was Reduce, Recycle and Reuse. I have always kept that thought in my head as I read the various articles about ways to be more green. While there is a ton of information about recycling and reducing your waste, people seem to have forgotten [...] Related posts:Green Living: Reduce, Reuse And Recycle Those Plastic Bags Waste Recycling: Reuse Junk as Green Art Crafts 3 Simple Ways To Live Green After Christmas
- Camping And Learning About Where The Wild Things Are When you go camping in the spring, what do you do? I did a lot of camping as a teen and look forward to camping with my children, but it should be much more than just communing with nature. Camping is the perfect time to appreciate the world around you and the variety of life [...] Related posts:3 Cold Weather Camping Tips To Consider Camping Out: A Garden Camping Survival Guide Roughin’ It: Getting Your Family Interested in Camping
- Warm Up With This Decadent Homemade Hot Chocolate Recipe There’s just something comforting about coming in from the cold and sipping a nice hot cup of hot chocolate. It warms the body and soul together. As a kid, I recall my mom making some on the stove, then afterward I would drink it down. I can still feel the hot liquid warming my entire [...] Related posts:Recipe: Mint Chocolate Cheesecake Birthday Parties: How About Homemade Chocolate Frosting? Holiday Recipe: Double Chocolate Peppermint Bark
- Pinterest.com: Organizing Your Inspiration Online Do you ever look through websites and magazines and see a piece of furniture or decorating idea you love, but then later forget about? Sure, you could print or clip it, but then what do you do with the clipping? Set it in a pile? Put it in a box or scrapbook? Pin it to [...] Related posts:Tips for Organizing Your Kitchen Cutting Board Tips Organizing Tips for the New Year
- Cubicle Decor: Make Your Office Space More Homelike It’s a sad fact, but the reality is that most people spend more time at work than they do at home. Even those who have children and families have to create a delicate balance between the rigors of work and spending quality time with loved ones. We are a working nation and many people work [...] Related posts:Gardening Tips: Indoor Plants to Enhance Your Home Decor The Home Office Essentials Father’s Day: Fun Decor Ideas He’ll Appreciate
