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Su Casa member Kimpossible recently bought a new outdoor living set for her back patio from Walmart. It's a great set, with such warm colors, ideal for Summer entertaining. She says, "I have plans to either buy an outdoor rug for the set or paint one on the concrete if I can't find one reasonably priced." While I love her creative concept of painting a rug onto the concrete, I'm wary of it. Any Read more
Indoor/outdoor rugs can add instant picnicking or dining space to your deck or backyard. They're also super kid-friendly, since they don't absorb stains. If you're considering adding one to your outdoor space, look for one that's made from recycled content. This Reclaimed Oriental Rug ($45) is made from recycled soda bottles and plastic packaging. Do You Have an Indoor/Outdoor Read more
Overstock.com can be a wonderful shopping treasure — kind of like a low-rent ShopStyle. But, unless you have the patience to dig through its wealth of tacky inventory, it is a pain in the bottom. Since I noticed that they have a vast selection of outdoor rugs, and I told you that outdoor rugs were a must-have this month, I decided to be a good friend and weed through them for you. Overstock Read more
Buying a yoga mat is like buying a new pair of running sneakers. It takes careful consideration and research to find the right fit. Since there are hundreds to confuse you choose from, narrow down your search by asking these important questions. How Much Do I Want to Spend? Your budget is a huge factor in the mat you end up with. Do you have the dough to lay down for the priciest one on the Read more
Colorblocking is a trend that continues to catch my eye, both in interior design and fashion. There are so many creative ways to experiment with this look. Whether you're mixing colorful solids or choosing a piece that balances several colors without introducing a print, colorblocking can be an interesting way to emphasize the way colors interact with one another. Keep reading for some of my Read more
Here's a post from OnSugar blog House of Anaïs: Designer Kim Samson certainly loves the outdoors no matter what the weather is, and she brings the outdoors in to her white-based and so Scandinavian house. Sheep outside as well as sheep inside in the form of rugs is a major theme in this funky home. And all, of course, with the always fashionable, uber-chic and rustic Nordic touch . . . Keep Read more
Winter is often the most challenging season for your entryway or mudroom. Boots, heavy jackets, umbrellas, hats, and mittens are a few of the items that may grace this area during the Winter months, depending on your climate. Chances are inclement weather forces you to store more of these items at close reach — and your floors and rugs may suffer from salt stains or muddy bootprints. Read more
In between the barbecuing, relaxing, and family time this weekend, make sure to take some time to hit up the sales. If you want to avoid the crowds, all of these sales are valid online. Let's get shopping! West Elm is celebrating with an extra 15 percent off its clearance items. Bloomingdales' home items are marked down 20 to 65 percent. Save 25 percent on VivaTerra's eco-friendly Read more
