Vena Cava's Designer Duo Dish on NYC Spring Essentials, Brooklyn Street Finds, and More


Updated 03/17/11 9:58 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Interview With Vena Cava's Sophie Buhai and Lisa Mayock About Spring 2011 in New York City

Without hesitation, Vena Cava is on my shortlist of must-wear brands, and the designer duo and BFFs Sophie Buhai and Lisa Mayock are two of the coolest PopSugar City girls I know. The ladies haven't taken a break since debuting their 2011 Fall collection in February. Currently, Buhai and Mayock are in Vietnam, rounding up inspiration for Spring 2012 (talk about springing forward). They just Read more

Before and After: A Garage Sale Dresser


Updated 10/06/10 9:36 AM · Posted by · 14 comments

Before and After Painted Dresser

Here's a post from OnSugar blog Crafty McCrafterson: I got a dresser from Grandma at her estate sale. I don't have a lot of time since I had Cooper, but have spray paint, will paint! First, I cleaned all the surfaces and took off the hardware. Then I sprayed the dresser white and the drawers black! I found some hardware at World Market and voilà! Continue reading to see the final product! Read more

What's Your Favorite Spot to Score Deals on Décor?


Updated 08/31/10 4:23 PM · Posted by CasaSugar · 6 comments

What's Your Favorite Spot to Score Deals on Home Decor?

This weekend at a swap meet I scored some hard-to-find wine crates for next to nothing, as well as two barely used oversized mirrors for only $25 (for both!). When it comes to thrift shopping for home décor items, I like to cover all my bases, perusing Craigslist, scoping out antique shops, and stopping at yard and garage sales. But I'm wondering, where do you find the best pieces on the Read more

$5 Table + Beautiful CA Day = Perfection


Updated 02/05/10 4:59 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

$5 Table + Beautiful CA Day = Perfection

Here's a post from CasaSugar Community member malvarez from the Su Casa group:   I spotted this table at a "Daily Garage Sale" where one of our local storage units puts all of their abandoned units "stuff" on display under a tent in lieu of public auctions. I happened to find this adorable table amongst other chairs, tables and cabinets. I thought to myself FIVE DOLLARS!? This is one of those Read more

Ask Casa: What to Do About Burgundy


Updated 10/31/09 7:24 AM · Posted by CasaSugar · 3 comments

Ask Casa: What to Do About Burgundy

Su Casa member Pretty Little Things got this overstuffed burgundy chenille burgundy chair at a garage sale for only $50. She wants to integrate it into her awesome new apartment, but her "theoretical color scheme involves grays, golds, whites, neutrals, dark wood, no burgundy!" And aside from the color, she also finds the chair bulky. So she asks, "Can someone suggest a nice color palette that Read more

Fab Finding Follow-Up: Garage Sale Hopping


Updated 03/28/09 5:14 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 8 comments

Fab Finding Follow-Up: Garage Sale Hopping

Aren't garage sales so much fun? It had been a while since I had been to one so I did some garage sale hopping over the weekend. I got all sorts of funky and unique jewelry, clothes, and home goods. This outing required an ultra comfortable getup so I asked for sneakers or flats, and maybe some leggings or comfy jeans. I started you off with this Charlotte Russe Striped Ruffle Scarf Read more

Come Fab Finding With Me: Garage Sale Hopping


Updated 03/23/09 8:08 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 13 comments

Come Fab Finding With Me: Garage Sale Hopping

Aren't garage sales so much fun? It's been a while since I've been to one so I'm planning on doing some garage sale hopping this weekend. I'm seeking funky and unique clothing, jewelry, home goods, and anything else that catches my eye. This outing requires an ultra comfortable getup: sneakers or flats, and maybe some leggings or comfy jeans. But remember, I still need to be stylish. Read more

Home Library: Found Style


Updated 07/02/08 3:30 PM · Posted by CasaSugar · 1 comment

Home Library: Found Style

Sometimes I like to revisit books that may be oldies but are definitely goodies, like Amy and David Butler's Found Style, published back in 2003. Since it's also prime season for antiquing and garage sales, it seemed only appropriate to introduce you all to a book that offers sensible, inspired advice on integrating "found" objects into your home. Amy Butler, whose fabric designs I love, Read more

This Just In: Pamela Anderson's Estate Sale


Updated 05/04/08 3:51 AM · Posted by CasaSugar · 10 comments

This Just In:  Pamela Anderson's Estate Sale

Think that holding estate and garage sales are just for regular folks like you and me? Think again! Blond bombshell Pamela Anderson is setting up shop, too, and if you're lucky enough to live in Malibu, you could snap up some of her goods. As you can see from the sign, the sale starts today, so if you're reading this and you're in Malibu, you better get in your car and get over there — oh wait, Read more

Getting the Most from a Garage Sale


Updated 09/17/07 11:47 PM · Posted by CasaSugar · 12 comments

Getting the Most from a Garage Sale

Garage sales and yard sales are a great way to get rid of stuff you don't want. But when shoppers are expecting prices in cents rather than dollars, it's tough to make any money off of them. But if you're going to all the trouble, why not try to turn a profit too? Check out this list of tips on how to make money off of your garage or yard sale (via Charles and Hudson). Some of the advice is a Read more