Desire/Acquire: Restoration Hardware Mayfair Steamer Cube


Updated 03/31/10 5:56 PM · Posted by CasaSugar · 9 comments

Desire/Acquire: Restoration Hardware Mayfair Steamer Cube

CasaSugar Community member Skfitzsimons is on the hunt for a more affordable version of the Restoration Hardware Mayfair Steamer Cube ($995). "It would be a perfect bedside table, but it's way pricey," she says. I actually do know of a few more steamer trunk-inspired cube side tables that are easier on the wallet. Want to see them? Read more

Love It or Hate It? Pottery Barn Twill Cube and Tuffet


Updated 07/26/10 3:43 PM · Posted by CasaSugar · 7 comments

Love It or Hate It? Pottery Barn Twill Cube and Tuffet

Pottery Barn has caught onto the pouf trend and finally produced some of its own. Unfortunately, in a natural-colored cotton twill, the Twill Cube and Tuffet ($99) are as bare bones as can be. No pattern. No texture. Nothin'. What do you think? Do you like the simple seat or does it need more flair? Does the wallet-friendly price make you take another look? Love It or Hate It? Pottery Read more

PetSugar's Street Team: Cube


Updated 11/13/09 8:56 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

PetSugar's Street Team: Cube

This post comes to us from our Community Member WizeFroggy. There is an awesome new pet product that you have to check out. It's called Cube. Basically, it's sheets of sturdy cardboard that can be fitted together with built in tabs and slots to create custom designed cat condos. And because it's cardboard, it's super green, light-weight, inexpensive and cats love it. Super affordable, too - only Read more

Steal of the Day: JCPenney Canvas Cube Ottoman


Updated 07/21/09 3:44 PM · Posted by CasaSugar · 3 comments

Steal of the Day: JCPenney Canvas Cube Ottoman

Nailhead trim is like a great red lipstick. Both infuse even the most bare surfaces with eye-catching pizazz. Take the JCPenney Canvas Cube Ottoman ($79.99, reduced from $240), for example. You can't get more basic and blah that a canvas cube. Add nailhead trim in a greek key pattern and suddenly, you've got a fresh, elegant furnishing to use as spare seating or a side table in a contemporary or Read more

Steal of the Day: Americana Cube


Updated 07/01/09 11:05 AM · Posted by CasaSugar · 0 comments

Steal of the Day: Americana Cube

I love stars and stripes just as much as the next Yankee, especially around the Fourth of July. But, if I'm going to invest in patriotic furnishings to use year-round, I'd prefer to make a more subtle tribute. The Pottery Barn Americana Cube ($499, reduced from $699) has all the right ingredients. The small trunk incorporates Old Glory imagery with muted distressed fabric stripes in dusty red and Read more

A Do or a Don't: Personalizing Your Cube


Updated 07/16/08 7:19 PM · Posted by · 36 comments

A Do or a Don't: Personalizing Your Cube

Since we spend most of our time at work, our cube or office space essentially becomes our home away from home. I've never gone so far as to put frames on my desk, but I definitely have my fair share of unique touches that makes my desk feel homey and familiar. On the flip side, some people don't even feel comfortable sharing their personal life with their co-workers so I'd assume personalizing Read more

4 Time-Saving Tips For a Healthy Lifestyle


Updated 05/24/12 1:20 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Healthy Time-Saving Tips

Summers can be incredibly busy — between shuttling kids to and from activities to planning and going on vacation, all the activities that come along with the season can leave you pressed for time. Luckily, we've got a few suggestions for how to maintain a healthy lifestyle, even if you've only got minutes to spare. Total-body in 20: Breaking up your workout in just 10- or 20-minute increments Read more

In Season: Cherimoyas


Updated 05/21/12 4:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Cherimoya Preparation and Recipes

Don't be fooled by the cherimoya: though this fruit resembles a tiny dragon curled up for a nap, it's quite the opposite from a sour-tempered, fire-breathing reptile. With a texture that resembles custard or ice cream, the cherimoya surprises with a sweet flavor that tasters liken to a blend of bananas, pineapple, papaya, and strawberry. And fortunately for us, it's in season for another few Read more

Ice, Ice Baby: Creative and Healthy Ways to Use Your Ice Tray in the Kitchen


Updated 05/16/12 11:07 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Ways to Cook With Ice Trays

Eating healthy is no easy feat — it usually requires a little more time in both planning and preparation. But did you know that a simple ice tray can make healthy living a breeze? From smarter snacking to a good-for-you breakfast, keep reading for creative and healthy ways to use your everyday ice tray. Smoothies A smoothie makes a healthy on-the-go breakfast, but sometimes life is so Read more