Cool Idea: Growing Works


Updated 05/25/08 9:48 PM · Posted by CasaSugar · 12 comments

Cool Idea: Growing Works

London-based production designer Óscar Díaz dreamed up a novel printing technique whereby a specific type of paper absorbs ink gradually. The technique allowed for him to create self-printing designs, where numbers on a calendar, letters on a card, or leaves on a botanical (etc.) are revealed bit by bit, so they are "growing works." Quite appropriately, his calendar design showed under the Read more

Casa Quickie: Get the Ink Out


Updated 04/07/08 2:17 PM · Posted by CasaSugar · 5 comments

Casa Quickie: Get the Ink Out

Although my late nights at the library with a highlighter glued to one hand and a ballpoint lodged behind my ear are well over, and my professional writing is all accomplished via QWERTY, there are still times when my laundry emergency involves a dash of ink on my favorite Spring pants or crisp, white top. What to do? The solution is simple. All that need be done in this situation is pour Read more

The No-Regrets Tattoo is On Its Way


Updated 08/06/07 9:22 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 60 comments

The No-Regrets Tattoo is On Its Way

A new tattoo ink may make tattoo regret a thing of the past. Due to hit tattoo parlors this fall, Freedom-2 is a permanent but (relatively) easily removable ink. Right now, tattoo removal requires a lengthy, painful and expensive series of laser treatments. But Freedom-2 tattoos can be removed with just one such treatment. The science behind this ink is pretty cool: The biodegradable, Read more

Ink Up With Photojojo's Camera Tattoos


Updated 05/25/12 7:40 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Temporary Camera Tattoos

What do you give a photography pal who already has every camera, lens, and accessory under the sun? Gift skin ink of the nonpermanent variety in the form of the Tattly Camera Tattoo Set ($25). Since the photographers we know are rarely without a camera, a tattoo of any duration seems like a natural next step. The illustrations by three Brooklyn designers are not your average grocery-store Read more

See How These Pillows Were Personalized For Summer Lounging


Updated 05/17/12 9:52 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Ikea Pillow DIY Pictures and Instructions

As part of our Styled by You $500 Giveaway with IKEA, Angela and I have been applying simple techniques to reenvision some of our favorite IKEA products. Today, I'm sharing another of my projects. These URSULA Cushion Covers ($13 each) are made from a rough-woven ramie fabric and feature a cute gray striped lining. They seem like a perfect option for adding floor seating for a Summer picnic or Read more

What to TiVo: Tuesday


Updated 05/15/12 12:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

What's on TV For Tuesday, May 15, 2012

8:00 Cougar Town (new) 8:30 Cougar Town (new) 9:00 Dancing With the Stars (new) 10:00 Private Practice (new, season finale) 11:35 Nightline (new) 12:00 Jimmy Kimmel Live (repeat, with guest Emily Blunt) 8:00 NCIS (new, season finale) 9:00 NCIS: Los Angeles (new, season finale) 11:35 Late Show With David Letterman (new, with guest Brian Williams) 12:35 The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson Read more

100 Memorable Celebrity Tattoos


Updated 05/10/12 3:54 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Celebrity Tattoo Pictures

Many of our favorite celebrities work hard for their superstar bodies, and they don't stop perfecting their physiques at the gym. Girls and guys of Hollywood alike seem to love adorning their bodies with tattoos, on arms, backs, legs, and more! We've rounded up a look at 100 celebrity tattoos, including looks at Angelina Jolie's many markings. She may be rivaled in the ink department by Johnny Read more

What to TiVo: Tuesday


Updated 05/08/12 12:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

What's on TV For Tuesday, May 8, 2012

8:00 Last Man Standing (new, season finale) 8:30 Cougar Town (new) 9:00 Dancing With the Stars (new) 10:00 Private Practice (new) 11:35 Nightline (new) 12:00 Jimmy Kimmel Live (new, with guests Johnny Depp and Casey Wilson) 8:00 NCIS (new) 9:00 NCIS: Los Angeles (new) 10:00 Unforgettable (new, season finale) 11:35 Late Show With David Letterman (new, with guest Jim Parsons) 12:37 The Late Read more

What to TiVo: Tuesday


Updated 05/01/12 12:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

What's on TV For Tuesday, May 1, 2012

8:00 Last Man Standing (new) 8:30 Cougar Town (new) 9:00 Dancing With the Stars (new) 10:00 Private Practice (new) 11:35 Nightline (new) 12:00 Jimmy Kimmel Live (new) 8:00 NCIS (new) 9:00 NCIS: Los Angeles (new) 10:00 Unforgettable (new) 11:35 Late Show With David Letterman (new, with guest Seth Meyers) 12:37 The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson (new, with guest Jesse Tyler Ferguson) 8:00 Read more