Graduation Gifts get a Modern Twist

Whether you are attending a high school or college graduation ceremony, the same old standard graduation gifts still apply in today's world. Just be sure to check out these finds to make sure your gift is still relevant in the modern world:

Briefcases are still a great gift for grads, just make sure it is designed to safely transport a laptop, which is an essential part of any student or professional's world. This one has a feminine design and looks just like a handbag!
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Friday Fun with Beach Decor

It's almost beach season! Whether you live on the coast or in the middle of the country, adding a touch of the beach to your home design can be fun and refreshing. As always when changing up your home decor, start small and work your way up to a fully redecorated room.

Here are some great beachy-decor finds for every area of the home:

What a beautiful alternative to a traditional towel hook! These Coast Hooks are made of natural sea stones which are then replaced for sustainability. Use them in the bathroom, kitchen or entryway to hang coats, towels and more.
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Get more "Zen" out of your Garden Decor

Whether you are are a student of meditation or simply like an Asian-inspired space to relax, there are ways to make any outdoor living space more "Zen". You don't have to say "om" or even incorporate Buddha into your design. Simple swaps for items you already have in the yard can be made for a more calming, spa-like feel.

Here are the Best in Asian-style Garden Accents for the Home:

Rock Cairns guide your way through the garden with peace and ease. Purchase or make your own!
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Outdoor Entertaining Fun

Be ready for outdoor entertaining fun, just a month away, with the newest gadgets and tools in outdoor comfort! Here are our picks to help you achieve outdoor entertaining pro status:

This set of 12 Stackable wine glasses is made of acrylic plastic, crystal clear but unbreakable. Great for enjoying a favorite "glass" of vino with friends and family!

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What's New in Lighting Your Home (for under $100)

It really can't be said too often that changing up the lighting in your room's decor is one of the easiest ways to get a new, refreshing look. Fortunately, next to a good dose of new paint on the walls, it is also one of the most affordable.

Here's what's new in lighting, with each piece ringing in under $100* to keep you on budget:

Pendant Lights offer a unique opportunity to drop light down (literally), highlighting a particular area such as a kitchen island or dining room table. The Fedora Ceiling Pendant has great color too, and features a soft glowing red when lit from within.

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Crown Molding: Drama Queen

If you've already painted the interior of your home and are looking for an additional upgrade that you can do yourself (or maybe you are just a DIY-junkie like me), crown molding is your next step. It is truly the icing on the cake when you are designing or redecorating a room, and is pretty simple if you have even mediocre sawing skills. (Fair Warning: You will mess up a few pieces at first so buy a little extra!)
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I've always wanted a coop…

Maybe now's the time to start! Great facts about eggs, just in time for Easter.

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Painting Tip - Aluminum Foil

This tip from Real Simple may have just changed my weekend - wrap aluminum foil around awkward fixtures when you are painting instead of tape.

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Organized Crafts Room - You can say that again!

Something to strive for at least! Wow!

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DIYer In Need of Painting Tips…

I'm about to paint the whole downstairs of my home, and I'm always looking for tips on how to make it easier. Here is a great article I found from doityourself.com with tips for saving money on diy paint jobs. I especially like the idea of using old sheets, blankets and towels instead of buying drop cloths - great tips! Have a wonderful DIY weekend!

Photo by woodleywonderworks via flickr.

Awwww…

Too Cute!

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Chocolate Decor

Happy Valentine's Day! What better way to celebrate this day blog-style than with a little Chocolate…Chocolate Decor, that is. Including browns in your home decorating is as easy as 1,2,3. Simply mix up textures and intensities and add the occasional pop of color to wake things up!

A beautiful chocolate glass pendant light - perfect in the kitchen, dining room or bathroom!
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Great Repurpose

What a great idea - a cereal container as a car waste can!

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Bedroom Hideaway…

I could have used this when I was 13, when I was 20, and even more so now that I have kids. Sigh…

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Winter Cozy Corner

After a brief tease of spring-like temps, it's back to winter here. So what to do when you are stuck inside even though the sun may be shining outside? Why, get cozy, of course!

Here is your get-cozy list for this winter:

-Throws - Nothing says winter cozy like a throw blanket or two. Keep stacks of them next to the sofa, or rolled up in a basket in the corner of the living room for on-the-spot warmth and comfort.

-Excessive Amounts of Pillows - To fall back into a heap of pillows on your bed or sofa is coziness at its wintery best!
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Organized Kitties…

Unbelievably cute and I can't possibly imagine how they got them all to sit still that many times!

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A Nice, Easy Valentine's Treat

Yum!! Would be good without the "shot" part too for kids…

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Last Minute Valentine's Gifts

There are still 8 business days until Valentine's Day, plenty of time to pick up last minute gifts for your loves! We've got you covered with Valentine's Day gift ideas here, something for everyone! Two-day shipping is available on most of these items if you are really crunched for time.

For him…Or her! This charging tray takes your mess of wires and electronics and transforms it into something more pleasing to the eye - perfect for the desk, dresser or kitchen counter.

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Super (Organize Sports Equipment) Sunday

In the spirit of the Superbowl, I thought it would be appropriate to highlight this Smart Organizer System for Sports! If you have kids or are into sports yourself, all of that sporting equipment is probably driving you bananas on some level. I like this sports organizer because it is wall mounted and includes a ball net, easy for everyone to use and it keeps equipment off the floor!

Weekend DIYer Project - Hide Pet Claw Damage

Every day at around 11 o'clock, I find my cat hanging from the outside of our dutch door with her cute little head poking up over the glass, begging to come in. [See photo of offender, left]. Cute, yes. But the claw prints she leaves behind? Not so much. Here is a great tutorial from the Family Handyman on how to repair those pet claw marks on a hardwood door. And yes, I did wake her up to take this picture, hence the cat-itude look on her face.

Happy DIY weekend, folks!

Easy Kids Duvet Tutorial

I don't know what it is with me and sheets this week. But I recorded this tutorial to share an easy sewing project, something I've been doing ever since my kids were out of cribs. The thing is, we don't use top sheets in our house. We use comforter covers (duvets) instead, because they are easy to wash and eliminate the uncomfortable twisting and tangling that I feel top sheets create. So when I buy a twin sheet set for the kids, instead of wasting the top sheet, I use it to create a duvet with the help of an old sheet that I have lying around (see girly pink bedding set above), and then I have a perfect match for the included fitted sheet and pillowcase I've just purchased! It's very simple to do, even for beginning sewers, and very forgiving (since it's going to have a bulky comforter inside of it, you'll never notice wobbly seams or cuts). And the great thing is that it can hold a twin (sometimes full but measure first!) size comforter inside. And the whole project takes me less than 2 hours from start to finish!
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Luxury Bamboo Sheets

These are affordable, eco-friendly and ultra-soft. I love the springy look too!

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What to Get for Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is not like any other gift-giving holiday (Christmas, Birthday, etc.) – it’s a holiday all about love. Not just romantic love for your spouse or significant other, but for your mom, your dad, your siblings, your children, your best friend. So when you’re giving a Valentine gift, you want to really pamper someone, not just give them something they need – give them something they want. Here are my Valentine’s Day gift suggestions for everyone in your life.

Show your man you genuinely take an interest in his favorite hobby (even if that’s a stretch for you); it will make him feel understood and appreciated which equates to love. If he’s a golfer, treat him to something extra special like this Leather Driving Range Caddy.
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Neat Sheets!

Great way to keep that linen closet looking pretty…

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Baby-Kid Footprint Garden Path

Such a nice idea - these are pretty easy to do too!

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Two Shower Curtains?

This is such a great idea, must remember this next time I redecorate a bathroom.

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Superbowl Fun Treat

Whoopee football pies!

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Mustache Beer Glasses - ha ha!

Great for a superbowl party or even as a Valentine's day gift?

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Valentine's Day Gifts for Her

Valentine's day is only 3 weeks away! Don't get caught without a great gift for that special gal in your life! Here are some great ideas in range of prices and styles for everyone from your little girl to the love of your life.

I love the classic look of this dresser top jewelry box. A great price point too for V-Day!
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Cone Planters

Such a cool idea for kids or grownups! Start plants in ice cream cones and plant right into the ground.

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