Link Time!


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George Nakashima House Tour

Tour George Nakashima's handmade home. — DIYLife Simple steps for eclectic decorating. — ShelterPop Elegant and easy floral arrangements. — Real Simple Life lessons from a garden tour. — Shelterrific 27 inspirational study areas. — This Old House These three-dimensional quilts are too cool. — Craft Read more

In Her Shoes: Maddy Figueroa-Jones, Plus Model Magazine Editor


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Plus Model Magazine

I can't imagine another job as fulfilling as making women feel good about themselves and their body image. Maddy Figueroa-Jones accomplishes that every time she publishes an issue of Plus Model, a plus size magazine she co-founded with another former model in the industry. Read on to hear how she's changing women's lives, one page at a time! SavvySugar: How would you describe your job, and how Read more

Whitney Houston: Live Your Beliefs


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Whitney Houston Inspiring Quote

To celebrate Black History Month, we're featuring a series of inspiring quotes from movers and shakers who have paved the way and made a difference in the lives of African Americans today. We're all saddened by the passing of the singing legend, Whitney Houston. Her lyrics and passion for music have inspired us throughout the years. Her amazing talent will be remembered and celebrated for decades Read more

Quick! DIY Your Sweetie a Valentine's Day Card Tonight


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Ideas For Easy DIY Valentine's Day Cards

Instead of scanning the aisles for a last-minute Valentine's Day card, why not infuse a bit of creativity into your delivery by crafting your own? Regardless of what's in the card, you'll score serious points for extra effort. Whether it's clever origami folding, light scissor cutting, or easy printing, these Valentine's Day cards are sure to win hearts! Read more

Cool Idea: Put a Modern Spin on Grocery-Store Roses


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Transform Your Valentine's Day Roses

We've all received the readily available red roses and baby's breath bouquet at some point in our lives. While the romantic gesture of gifting flowers is always appreciated, the slightly dated look of this combination is often not. The divide and conquer strategy applies perfectly to this situation. With a little snipping and the right vessel, this tired arrangement can actually look chic and Read more

Does Fashion Influence Your Home Decor Style?


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Kate Spade Florence Broadhurst Pictures

Kate Spade has declared February to be the month of Japanese floral — specifically, the month of Florence Broadhurst's delicious Japanese floral pattern, seen in these photos. Broadhurst is experiencing a well-deserved revival at the moment, with rugs produced through Cadrys, wallpapers decking out fashionable homes and shops, and this collection with Kate Spade, to name just a few. When you Read more

Rent Naomi Watts's House For $20K a Month


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Naomi Watts's House For Rent Pictures

If you're lucky enough to be on the hunt for a rental property in Southern California (and you have deep pockets), you should set your sights on Naomi Watts's and Liev Schreiber's Brentwood home, which the couple is renting out for $20,000 a month. The property features a trellised outdoor living area, pool, gardens, formal living room, open kitchen and family area, and great architectural Read more

Celerie Kemble's Brilliant Advice on Choosing Colors


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Color Decorating Tips From Celerie Kemble

I was so pleased to stumble upon a great interview that Bob Vila conducted with designer Celerie Kemble. The long interview is full of great advice, and topics range from color to showhouses to kids' rooms, as well as Kemble's book Black and White (and a Bit in Between). Since so many people get stuck on the rules of decorating with color, I thought that this advice from the interview was Read more

Marc Jacobs Fall 2012


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Marc Jacobs Runway Fall 2012

One thing's for sure — nothing is off limits or out of the realm of possibility when Marc Jacobs is at the helm. Set in a storybook-inspired castle-in-ruins wonderland, he presented his Fall '12 lineup with more than just a little fashion fanfare. The first word that comes to mind? Hats! And lots of them; each one more wonderfully whimsical than the one before. These wild toppers, in addition Read more

Go Backstage with Grandma-Chic Beauty Looks at Theyskens' Theory


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Beauty at Theyskens' Theory Fall 2012

Theyskens' Theory is known for cool, downtown looks, and the Fall 2012 collection is rather inspired: by Grandma! Effortless hair floated down the runway thanks to a neat hair trick, and the makeup palette included warm bronze shades, taken from someone Granny might look at for beauty inspiration: the late Italian designer Elsa Schiaparelli. On Annie: BCBG; hair by TRESemmé. Read more